Where to get accommodation in MaltaThe "The island of the sea", is one of the most frequent concerns of students who decide to begin their studies in one of the most paradisiacal islands of the European continent.
Malta is an archipelago with a population of over 500,000 inhabitants. The country has four islands, Malta, the largest, where all the economic activity of the country is concentrated.
Gozo, second largest, very touristic mainly in summer. And the disabled, Comino, where are the most famous and crystalline natural crystal clear pools, and Flifla, a nature reserve and restricted access.
Malta and Gozo are the places where you should look for accommodation, however, it would be best if you live on the same island where you are studying. Although the two islands are connected by a ferry with trips every 30 minutes, the distances and times are not convenient if you are looking to make the most of your experience at 100%.
When you plan your trip with Boom Studies, you have all the advice and guidance before your trip, during your stay in Malta and even when you finish your studies. Contact us for detailed information about our accommodation options in Malta.
Accommodation in Malta for the first few days
If for the moment you have only booked your course and you want to check the accommodation options in Malta once you arrive on the island, it is important that you have a reservation for the first 7 or 10 days, while you choose your accommodation.
It is recommended that the accommodation you look for during the first days is very close to the place where you are going to study. This will make it easier for you to move to the school where you will study and for you to adapt during the first days.
The most common types of temporary accommodation in Malta for students are the lodgings offered by schools, hostels, hotels and Airbnb's. The country is a tourist destination with a great offer for different audiences and profiles.
Where to book accommodation in Malta for the first few days?
At Boom Studies we will guide you step by step on how to book your accommodation according to the area where you are going to study and your budget.
If you still wish to check the available options on your own, you can check several international hostel and hotel search platforms such as Booking.com, hotels.com, or hostelworld.com.
These platforms offer accommodation depending on the area, price and type of room. Hostels offer you a very economical option if you opt for shared rooms, that is, rooms with several beds or cabins. Something that is very common for travelers in Europe.
If, on the other hand, you wish to book apartments or studio apartments, Airbnb may be the option that best suits your needs.
What is the price of accommodation in Malta for the first few days?
If you are looking for the cheapest option, hostels in winter can offer you the best prices for accommodation in Malta, ranging from €8 to €15 per night and in summer between €15 or €25, depending on the type of room and number of people you share it with.
On the other hand, the night in hotels can go from €20 per night in winter and €50 in summer. And on Airbnb, private rooms can be found from €20 per night in winter and €35 in summer.
Lodging in Malta for the full time of your studies
Once you have defined the length of the course you wish to take, you can choose your accommodation in Malta before arriving to the island with the accommodation offer that the schools have through Boom Studies.
You can also make a temporary reservation as we have explained above and look for your permanent accommodation once you arrive in Malta. In the country you will find different accommodation options depending on your budget. These include shared or private rooms in shared apartments, and apartments and houses all to yourself.
It is important to keep in mind that having an accommodation contract in Malta for the full duration of your studies is essential to be able to apply for a student visa. Contracts are usually made for a minimum of 6 months and must be registered by the tenants with the Housing Authority, which is the entity responsible for regulating these contracts.
Where to book accommodation in Malta for the full time of your studies?
The approximate time it will take you as a student to find accommodation in Malta varies depending on the season in which you arrive on the island. Normally, it is between 5 and 10 days, being much easier in winter, when there are not so many tourists and the demand for accommodation on the island is low.
For accommodation in Malta for 6 months or more, it is recommended that you rent directly with a local tenant or an agency that deals with "Real State", a term that refers to the leasing and sale of real estate.
If you want to find your accommodation in Malta with a local tenant you can do it through Facebook groups like 'Rent a room in Malta' and 'Share a Flat in Malta'. If you don't feel very comfortable doing it in English you can also ask in Spanish-speaking groups like 'Todo sobre Malta'.
If, on the other hand, you want an agency to do the search for you, you can contact some of the larger agencies such as Quicklets, Dalhia Real State or Remax.
What is the price of accommodation in Malta for the full time of your studies?
The most economical way to rent a room or apartment is to do it directly with the tenant, since you will not have to pay the agency's commission for finding an apartment.
Generally, landlords will always ask for your passport and the equivalent of one month's rent as a deposit, plus the first month's rent in advance. This means that if the rent for your room is €400 you will have to pay €400 deposit and €400 of the first month's rent, €800 in total.
When you do this process through an agency, the commission is 50% +18% (VAT), this means that in addition to the €800 for the room you will have to pay the agency €200 + 36 (tax), €1,000 in total.
The following are average prices for accommodation in Malta:
- Shared room: €250 - €300.
- Private room: €320 - €450
- Studio apartment:€500- €600.
- One-bedroom apartment: €650 - €700
- Two-bedroom apartment: €800 - 900
- Three-bedroom apartment: €1,000 - €1,200
Finally, we advise you, when negotiating, to ask if the bills (electricity, water and internet are included). If they are not, you will have to add €50 per person to your monthly budget. Remember that in Boom Studies we offer you support in this and much more.
