Living in Sliema, Malta
Sliema, defined as ‘peace’ in Maltese, is not so much quiet and peaceful as it is lively, urban and exciting. Located in the vicinity of the Maltese port, Sliema is a popular city, both with Maltese and tourists. Beautiful views, coastlines, shopping areas, restaurants, cafeterias, banks, language schools, diving schools, among other amenities characterize the city.
Sliema has seen a lot of change since the 20th century, when the area grew from a fishing village to a metropolitan area. Being close to Malta’s capital, Valletta, the region emerged as a resort for wealthy Valletta residents who lined the coast with pretty villas and townhouses.
Today, the town is both a commercial and residential area. Apart from commercial and entertainment establishments, people reside there. The penthouses and apartments are very popular and offer a desirable coastal view: the rocky beaches and the Mediterranean Sea, together with the ships and large ships on the horizon, are not to be missed from the terraces and balconies that face the outside.
Given the city’s popularity and urbanity, several hotels in Sliema accommodate tourists there. When staying in Sliema, foreigners will live in a central area, where buses run regularly and all necessary services are just a few steps away. Whether it is a supermarket, a boutique, a hairdresser or a souvenir shop, tourists will find what they need. In addition, you can enjoy a pleasant and relaxing walk or jog along the promenade, attend a Spa session or take a ferry that runs through the port or the island.
Local and foreign companies also have their offices located in Sliema. In fact, business people who come to Malta for a corporate vacation stay in one of the business hotels there. Central, friendly and with all the commercial features that a hotel needs, such as Internet access, conference rooms, etc. Many foreign expatriates who work or study in Malta temporarily live there.