Claude‘s apartment is stunning, comfortable, wonderfully equipped, and expertly hosted. Both Claude and his colleague Joseph went to extraordinary trouble to make sure we were happy. Everything has been thought of. The building itself is really, really beautiful. You’re also right in the heart of Victoria old town, and seconds from St George‘s basilica and the Citadel. We were lucky enough to be there for the St George parade, which went past our apartment, and to watch the fireworks competition from the roof. The apartment is also opposite one of the best restaurants on the island - an exquisite, Siciliano, family-run place called Il-Panzier.
If you’re not sure whether to stay in Victoria or closer to the sea - choose Victoria! It makes it much easier to access ALL the beautiful, varied parts of the Island. Claude‘s apartment feels like modern comfort set in the historical beauty of Old Gozo, and whilst you’d never know, it’s 5 minutes walk from the bus station. The buses are cheap and easy to navigate. No part of the island is more than 15 minutes away by bus. And as beautiful as Xlendi, Wied Il-Ghasri, Qbajjar Bay or Malsaforn are, you won’t find any apartments as beautiful and comfortable as Claude’s.
From the comfort of Victoria, we did a PADI course at Malsaforn, went hiking (from Azure Window to Xlendi - really beautiful - and from Wied Il-Ghasri to Qbajjar Bay past the amazing salt flats), we enjoyed cooking in Claude‘s brilliantly equipped kitchen, and went out for some amazing meals... Il-Panzier & Maldonado Bistro (Victoria), Otters Bistro (Malsaforn), The Stone Crab (Xlendi), Qbajjar Bay Restaurant and - best of all - we went down to the St. George’s Square to Cafe San George every morning for coffee and pastries, and to watch Gozitan life with the lovely locals.
Thank you for an incredible holiday x