A Complete Guide to Clubbing in Malta

Whilst Malta is famous for its ancient history first and foremost, in the background we’re fast becoming known as a great place to party! With some fantastic festivals taking over the summer months and more than enough drinking spots, there’s always somewhere to go if you’re looking for good company and good music. Valletta, the capital city is the hub of bars and restaurants and a great place to start or to stay in, in order to travel slightly out of the city to Paceville and Rabat for some all-night clubs and get home easily again by cab, ferry or foot.

We’ve collated a list of our nine favourite night spots for you to explore and enjoy on your trip to Malta:

1. Havana – Paceville, open every day

The bright lights of the Havana Club attract large crowds across two floors of venue and a nice open terrace. If you’re into hip-hop and RnB this is the place to be; it’s one of Malta’s most popular clubs with capacity for 3000 people and entry is free so it’s very popular with tourists.

2. Level 22 – Paceville , every weekend

Level22 opens every Friday and Saturday night, but do host special events too, which can be found on their busy Facebook page. It takes its name from being on the 22^nd floor of the Portomaso Business Tower and is a classy wine bar attracting young professionals looking for a relaxing evening drink with great views. As the evening winds on, the dancefloor will get busy – it’s mostly house and techno music that you’ll hear here.

3. Sky Club – Paceville, most weekdays & after-hours

Sky Club is where the best DJs can be spotted. The atmosphere is fun, fast paced and Love-Island like! Popular nights include “Playground”, beach parties and the After-Hours parties on Sundays. Definitely a place for clubbers with stamina!

4. Marrakech – Gianpula Village Rabat, every Saturday in summer

Marrakech is Malta’s Luxury night club, where Champagne and Table Service is the norm and it’s not uncommon o spot a VIP or two. The attraction to this club is its beautiful garden with room for plenty of party-goers to dance the night away under the stars. 

Gianpula Village is a real party town and you’ll find a great selection of venues offering shared

membership in this area – so you can plan a night of club-hopping if you wear the right shoes!

5. Sound Salon Fridays –Gianpula Village Rabat, every Friday in summer

Sound Salon Fridays is Malta’s celebration of long summer nights and light early mornings! They have a special Membership Card, which can be collected from event organisers around Malta. The arena venue includes Groove Gardens a great outdoor space. Popular with students and has a relaxed, casual dress code where comfort is key! There are quite often VIP ticket giveaways on the Facebook page, so worth a look.

6. Rooftop Wednesdays – Gianpula Village Rabat, summer months

Another summer only special weekly event is Wednesdays at The Rooftop. This is a pool party venue with palm trees and pretty views. Swimwear is optional, smart casual wear essential. To make the most of the evening there, there’s also a tapas menu to nibble on before the drinking starts.

7. Uno – Uno Village Ta Qali, every weekend

Uno is widely renowned as “Malta’s best nightclub” for its technical set up and quality of DJs, and its impeccable table service. It’s a sophisticated venue for serious clubbers looking for a good time.

8. Aria Complex – San Gwann, for parties

Aria is a stylish private event venue in a quiet area of town that hosts a diverse selection of events. From LGBT glow in the dark parties to rock music to the Olympus World Tour, there’s always something interesting going on and their Facebook page will list all the current events. It’s a good place to enjoy an alternative to dance music venues.

9. Café del Mar – Qawra, summer months

Malta’s classy St Paul’s Bay beach club for relaxing Sundays with cocktails by the pool, jazz every Tuesday and a Wednesday pool party, plus special private events and after parties. Keep an eye out during festivals for special events at Café del Mar.

So, pack some comfy shoes but bring your heels too, bring your bikini and your best dress as there’s something for everyone in Malta’s nightclubs, from glamour to pure partying!