There are many positives about the apartment – it's clean and spacious on the inside, and has a beautiful little patio for sitting out in and having a drink. And Alison was a great host, recognising me from my profile photo and greeting us at the city gates, then showing us to the apartment. She also made some really good suggestions for things to do while in Malta, and helped my partner find a swimming pool to exercise in while we were staying.

It's very central for Valletta, and this might provide the drawback depending on your preference. Its closeness to lots of restaurants and bars means that it's a noisy flat, with music into the early hours, particularly at the weekend. I called the police a couple of times to get them to come out when the music carried on beyond midnight – which they did very promptly. Ultimately, if you're a light sleeper, or noise averse, you might want to consider whether this location is ideal for you. Otherwise, very much recommended.