Marsascala

Marsascala – It is a tourist resort, in the southeastern part of Malta, which is located around a small (long and narrow) Marsascala Bay. The bay is protected from the north by Ras iż-Żonqor, the southeastern "corner" of Malta, and from the south by Cape Ras il-Gżira.

Marsascala is located just 12-13 kilometers south of the capital, Valletta. The distance to Malta International Airport is even less — 8 kilometers.

The most famous fish restaurant in Malta is located in Marsascala. People from all over Malta come here to taste the best fish dishes. After all, real culinary masterpieces from seafood are prepared here.

In Malta, it is always warm in Marsascala, even in winter the temperature here is considered very cold + 14 degrees. From May to October, you can splash in the warm waves of the Mediterranean Sea from morning to night and enjoy the blue horizons.

Near Marsascala there are rocky, but quite pleasant beaches. But the most magnificent and calm beach is considered to be on St.Thomas Bay, called Magen Bay. There is a bar, a snack bar, a cafe and one of the best beachwear shops on the island. But the most important thing is the magnificent white sand!

The Maltese call Marsascala — Wied il-GhAjn, a city between two valleys through which freshwater flows into the inner bay in spring."Wied `` means''valley ``, and "GajAjn'' (pronounced "Ain") translates as spring fresh water. Literally, Wied il-GhAjn means "Spring Valley".

Marsascala — brief facts

• Marsaskala is a coastal town on the west coast of Cyprus.
• The whole city is included in the UNESCO Heritage List
• A popular tourist resort
• Many ancient historical sites and sites of archaeological significance
• Marsaskala beach is rocky, but very pleasant for sunbathing and relaxing
• There are many architectural monuments and buildings
• The most famous fish restaurant in the whole of Malta is located in Marsascala

The best time to visit

The best time to visit Marsascala is from May to October. From June to September is the summer season. But the heat never burns. Spring, from March to June, is also a good time, because the sea water is very soft at this time of year. But the water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea never drops below 18 degrees Celsius, so you can swim and snorkel even in winter.

Weather and climate

Marsascala Beach has a Mediterranean climate. Summer is hot and long. Winters are mild. Most of the rains fall in winter. The average daytime temperature in summer is 32 degrees Celsius. Winter is mild with a temperature of about 14 degrees Celsius.

• September is the time for the best holiday in Marsascala with children. The heat subsides to +27-28 ° C, the sea remains warm in summer, and there is more and more free space on the beaches every day.
• The velvet season in Marsascala drags on until the end of October. The air temperature at this time is kept at +24-25 ° C, but if you are going on vacation with a child, take warm clothes and waterproof shoes with you: in October, the first autumn rains begin, sometimes a cold wind blows.
• The rainy season lasts from November to March. At the same time, the air temperature does not fall below +15 °Happy birthday and +10°With the night.
• In March-April, the surroundings of Marsaskala change unrecognizably: dozens of plants bloom on the rocky shore, from unsightly dandelions to outlandish orchids.

Sea water temperature

Maltese open the bathing season very early: on St. George's Day, which falls at the end of April. On this holiday, they believe in Malta, you should definitely plunge into the sea, although the water temperature is only + 16 ° C. After that, no one is in a hurry to swim until June, until the water warms up to +21-22 ° C.

• In July-August, the water temperature on the beach rises to +24-26 ° C, and the hotter the days, the more pleasant it is to plunge into the sea. With the arrival of autumn, the water is in no hurry to cool down.
• In September, the sea temperature stays at +24-25 °C and does not fall below +23 °C until the end of October. If it were not for the rains and the wind that raises waves, it would be possible to swim in November, since the water temperature is +21 ° C.

How to get to the beach?

• By plane. The nearest Malta International Airport is 8 km from the beach. The road from the airport takes about 15 minutes. Taxis can be rented outside the airport.
• By bus. You can only get here by regular bus No. 19

What to do?

• The fishing village of Marsashlokk. A fishing village, soaked through with sea winds, is located not far from Marsascal. It is worth visiting this village, at least only because of one atmosphere, which is literally in the air. The village is known for its market, which is the largest on the whole island. In the market of this village, they sell everything that your soul desires, but first of all, of course, he specializes in fish.
• Blue grotto. This is a beautiful place, located just south of the city of Marsascala. The grotto got its name from the British soldiers, who named it by analogy with another grotto, which is located on Capri.
• Marsascala Bay. The bay is a favorite holiday destination for Maltese. Here you can simply enjoy the picturesque and fascinating landscape, relax on the beach, which is equipped with everything you need from the point of view of beachgoers.
• The Church of Our Lady of Pompeii. A very famous temple among pilgrims. The temple was erected in 1892. The temple building completely repeats the outline of the Latin cross, and the interior decoration is made in an impeccable Baroque style. In 1900, a statue of the Madonna with a baby in her arms was delivered to the walls of the temple, to which Catholic believers gather every year on the eighth of May.
• St. Thomas Bay. This bay, quite justifiably, is considered the best place for swimming in Malta. The beaches of this bay can be called almost wild. Relaxing here, you are completely connected with nature. The gulf coast is mostly rocky, but there are also magnificent areas with the purest soft sand.

Marsascala Beaches

Marsaskala Bay – if you walk along the promenade of Marsaskala, from time to time it will be "torn" by stone descents to the water (they are marked with signs as "places for swimming"). From here it is very pleasant to sunbathe and admire the surf.

But it is better to swim on the nearby sandy beach of St. Thomas Bay. This is a "civilized" place for swimming — nearby rental of umbrellas and sunbeds, cafes, toilets. Recreation in the bay of St. Thomas is very popular among locals (there are many "summer houses", as well as vans), but in this bay there are areas densely overgrown with algae – not everyone can like it.

5 Best cafes and restaurants in Marsascala

Restaurants are especially popular among tourists and locals:

• The Mad Hatter Bar on Mifsud Bonnici Square is a corner of real American cuisine. They love this place for delicious grilled dishes.
• Zondor Point Restaurant at Triq Ghar ix-Xama is a place where you will be fed delicious seafood dishes.
• Sepia Restaurant on Triq San Anton is a cozy small restaurant that always welcomes a warm atmosphere and high-quality service. It works until 17.00, so mostly people come here for lunch.
• Happy Hive on Mifsud Bonnici Square is a welcoming cafe serving Spanish cuisine. Here you can listen to the performance of many aspiring musicians.
• Summer Nights on Marina Street is a chic pizzeria for the whole family. They serve excellent food here, which, by the way, can be delivered to you anywhere in the city.

Hotels in Marsascala

• The Corinthia Jerma Palace 4* Hotel is located in the southern part of the island, 8 kilometers from the airport. This hotel is considered the best on the coast of Marsascala Bay. Located on the first line of the sea. A distinctive feature are: interesting decor, lots of paintings, spacious rooms. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool (with sea water) and a children's pool, there is an indoor heated pool. A restaurant with a sea view, as well as a bar and grill bar. For outdoor enthusiasts — gym, tennis court, games room, sauna and massage.
• "Cerviola Hotel" 2,5* — Is a small 4-storey building in some retreat from the sea. There is a small outdoor pool on site.
• "Sensi Hotel" 2* — This budget hotel is located almost in the bay of San Thomas, more precisely — a three-minute leisurely walk from the beach. The hotel has only 20 rooms, so it's not crowded. It offers a small swimming pool, a large terrace with a beautiful view of the sea. The rooms have air conditioning, cable TV and Wi-Fi Internet, which is not bad for hotels of this class. Hotel guests can also use the hotel's restaurant "Sensi Smile Lido", which is located just 100 meters away (closer to the sea). In summer, guests can rent canoes and rowing boats, and water skiing is possible.
• "Sensi Smile Lido" — Located just 2 meters from the sea, this hotel is quite convenient for a beach holiday. This hotel belongs to the worldwide network "Lido", which implies a high level of service. There is also Wi-Fi Internet, there is a rental of sun loungers and beach umbrellas, etc.
• "Etvan Hotel" 3* — The hotel is located near the embankment, about 500 meters from the center of the town. This comfortable hotel, Here, as they say, combines good price and quality. The hotel has a small garden, each room has a balcony or terrace. The hotel offers its visitors both standard rooms and apartments, which have the necessary kitchen utensils. There is a small swimming pool (umbrellas and sunbeds are free. The rocky beach is only 150 meters from the hotel, and a little further, at a distance of about 650 meters, there is a good sandy beach of St. Thomas. There are many fish restaurants, bars and shops near the hotel.
• The Etvan 3* Hotel is also considered one of the most popular hotels in Malta.

Villas

Renting a villa in Marsascala is a fundamentally different type of vacation compared to the standard hotel service. There are a number of advantages here:

• the whole house and the surrounding area are completely at your disposal;
• almost complete independence from other vacationers;
• the opportunity to have a great time in a cozy home environment.

Renting a villa or a private house in Marsascala is quite affordable and inexpensive, especially for a large company of tourists. Often this type of accommodation is chosen by couples traveling with children.

These can be huge houses with large pools and jacuzzis, fitness rooms, green landscapes and amazing views. Or modest charming villas with a small patio and barbecue area.