I did get to meet Claudette but we had good message contact but I did meet her family. They were all very welcoming and friendly. Claudette arranged for Sonny to collect me at the airport and he was there waiting. Trisa was there at the apartment. The apartment is very much what you see in the pictures. I was surprised as it was a bit bigger than I expected.

The apartment is a very Maltese experience built mid 19th century and made of traditional Maltese stone. The apartment has been modernised and is clean and very functional. The traditional courtyard has been covered by a frosted glass ceiling with loads of natural light.

It can be a bit warm in the summer but the air con keeps it comfortable. The kitchen is very functional with all you need and the master bedroom was super comfortable with a king size firm bed. I asked for a fan to help circulate the air and a brand new one turned up and was really helpful. The stone “breathes” it can be a bit moist with an occasional musty smell, but this did not bother me and keeping it aired during the day dealt with this.

It is part of an authentic Maltese experience. If you want generic luxury go to a hotel, but this place is uniquely Maltese and I am so happy I got stay here and hope to come back one day soon.
I am a bit biased I guess with a Father originally from Malta but it is a lovely Med’ island full of ancient history. Thy oldest free standing buildings in the world are here. You can find so much at your fingertips on these compact isles. There is guaranteed Med’ sunshine, where English is an official language. A sightseeing tip: if you want to go to the Hypogeum check the website and pre book as I was disappointed with no availability during my stay.

The area of Floriana is a great location where you can walk easily to the main island bus terminal, all buses start and end here and go anywhere in Malta, and to Valetta, all within 10 minutes walk. The local street has a couple of small “corner” shops selling all the basics to stock your fridge and kitchen. At one corner there is a Pastizzi shop selling the local savoury pastry snacks. I love the ricotta cheese ones! I even like them cold out of the fridge.

Nearby there is a long formal garden that is very pleasant in the evenings to sit and watch the world go by. Right next to the apartment there is an ATM. Another tip is to use the ferries from Valetta to Sliema where there are loads of shops. I always felt safe and did not have any issues with security.

Go and enjoy a wonderfully relaxing holiday with a great warm friendly people accommodated in a unique Airbnb experience. Well done Claudette, a 5 star stay!