Dale’s place is exactly as advertised - looks just like the photos - but is even bigger in person! There was so much space for just me (and all of my excessive luggage) that I would’ve been happy with another person or two and still been comfortable.
Warning if you’re weak or frail - hiking up and down 5 flights of stairs with luggage or just to go out is not easy. Keep in mind that you don’t have a lift.
The WATER PRESSURE. Spectacular. The shower was wonderful because of this, although the hot water tank is a little small so if you’re here with a few people, army showers might be recommended.
Super easy location to get to on the bus (even coming from the airport and not having any idea about Malta bussing). I personally wouldn’t drive in Malta, it’s ridiculous, but good on you if you want to try. The flat is right around a ton of bus stops - one that has busses going directly to the hub in Valletta - so don’t worry that you’ll have to walk everywhere.
Dale didn’t lie when saying it’s 2 minutes from the beach. That’s including the time climbing down the stairs. It’s nice and sandy, but some people aren’t the cleanest so you might see some garbage :(
Lots of smoking in the area, but thankfully Dale’s apartment didn’t smell the least bit like smoke (I’m extremely sensitive to it). The non-smoking clause in his flat is full accurate.
Dale keeps this flat meticulously clean. Tons of fresh towels and extra blankets if needed, with there being 2 towels per person (total of 8) as bath towels available on the beds.
The air conditioning works very well in the main bedroom, although I did come at the end of April so it wasn’t really desperately needed.
The road can be quite noisy, as can the people at the restaurant below you, so you may want ear plugs if you’re a light sleeper or are disturbed easily. Malta drivers honk… frequently.
All around a great place to stay, and I likely would again if I wanted to return to the southern-most tip of Malta. Otherwise, I would be happy to rent from Dale again knowing how much care he takes with his flat and his check in to make sure everything is alright once you get in.
Thanks again, Dale!