I stayed four weeks in Pauline's residence and it's, by far, the best AirBnB experience I've had to date.
In 25 years of frequent travel around the globe it would rank highly of the most enjoyable stays I've experienced anywhere.
The residence, Pauline's family home is beautifully appointed and kept immaculately clean and tidy.
I stayed in a comfortable room on the 3rd (top) floor.
Adjacent to my room was a fully equipped kitchen/ breakfast room with a very efficient washing machine available for use by guests. Staying longterm, I appreciated these facilities very much.
There is also a large sundeck available for relaxation, especially in the cool of the evening.
Pauline is a very generous and welcoming host....strawberries and mandarins were in season and she made several gifts of these delicious fruits to her guests.
Attention to detail is remarkable and comprehensive sewing kit and first aid kits are available for use in the kitchen and/or bathroom.
The residence is located in a quiet area just five minutes walk from the centre of town.
It has a tranquil, relaxed 'village' type atmosphere where, for 40cents, you can sit and drink a glass of tea with the locals.
There are several cafes, restaurants and bars near the church, offering outside dining areas....great for balmy evenings, if you can work out their hours of opening.
I managed to find a bakery which opens 24/7, 365 days of the year !
It's another 5 minutes by foot to the Rabat Interchange where several buses depart for Valletta (45min journey) and other significant destinations.
The Mdina, the old capital of Malta, is also located in this area. It's elevated position affords great views over a large portion of the island.
I found Rabat an ideal place to stay for a visit to Malta and I hope to return for a much longer visit.
I highly recommend Pauline as a host and her fine residence as being worthy of your consideration.