10/10 Excellent
Ian E.
2 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Birgu
Ian E.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Historic home c.1580 in the most beautiful street in Birgu (Vittoriosa)
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9250 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Vittoriosa
- Upper Barrakka Gardens16 min walk
- St. Johns Co - Cathedral20 min walk
- Malta Experience10 min drive
- Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Blue Bedroom
1 King Bed
Grey Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Master Suite
1 King Bed
White Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1st Floor (Right next to Grey Bedroom but not ensuite)
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Blue Bedroom Ensuite
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Master Ensuite
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
White Bedroom Ensuite
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Historic home c.1580 in the most beautiful street in Birgu (Vittoriosa)
Villa Mistral is a historical house built circa 1580. Once residence to a knight of the Order of St John, now restored and updated as a holiday home. The property is located in the heart of historic Birgu (Vittoriosa). The street Triq Hilda Tabone is one of the most picturesque in Malta and forms part of the famous 'Collachio', filled with renaissance palazzo and Auberges. Birgu is a peninsula surrounded by the sea, if you fancy taking a morning swim.
Birgu is a peaceful haven, perfect for relaxation, but only an 8 minute ferry ride across the Grand Harbour into the hustle and bustle of Valletta city. The main square is at the end of the street with a selection of restaurants and cafes. A short walk will take you down to the harbour's edge where the yacht marina has an additional range of restaurants and bars.
The accommodation is spread over four floors and offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience living in a historic Maltese house packed with original features. From the moment you open the front door and enter the grand hallway with its vaulted ceiling you are immersed in Maltese history. Enjoy the cool tranquillity of the private courtyard with its lush planting or relax in the sunshine on the roof terrace.
The local restaurants offer fantastic menus, so you may not need to cook, but if you wish to, our modern kitchen has all the amenities you will need - or fire up the BBQ!
Staying at Villa Mistral will give you a taste of the real Malta.
Birgu is a peaceful haven, perfect for relaxation, but only an 8 minute ferry ride across the Grand Harbour into the hustle and bustle of Valletta city. The main square is at the end of the street with a selection of restaurants and cafes. A short walk will take you down to the harbour's edge where the yacht marina has an additional range of restaurants and bars.
The accommodation is spread over four floors and offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience living in a historic Maltese house packed with original features. From the moment you open the front door and enter the grand hallway with its vaulted ceiling you are immersed in Maltese history. Enjoy the cool tranquillity of the private courtyard with its lush planting or relax in the sunshine on the roof terrace.
The local restaurants offer fantastic menus, so you may not need to cook, but if you wish to, our modern kitchen has all the amenities you will need - or fire up the BBQ!
Staying at Villa Mistral will give you a taste of the real Malta.
Property manager
Marcus Davis
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents are responsible for their childs safety
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Birgu
Located in Birgu, this holiday home is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St George's Beach and Golden Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Knights Spectacular 1565 or Starfish Diving. With power boating, sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Vittoriosa
What's nearby
- Upper Barrakka Gardens - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
- St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
- Sliema Ferry - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
- Malta Experience - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
- Fort St. Elmo - 14 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- San Paolo Naufrago - 12 min drive
- ION Harbour by Simon Rogan - 20 min walk
- Cafe Riche - 5 min walk
- DATE Art Cafe - 9 min walk
- Cargo - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Marcus Davis
Hi I am Marcus and I am Anglo-Maltese. I am a Maltese history and historic house lover. I love this house and the area and I want to share this amazing property with you. We have a spent a long time getting this house just how we want it and hope you enjoy it too.
Why they chose this property
Birgu is 'old' Malta in its authentic self, historic, immaculately clean and quiet without being lifeless. The quaint old streets are charming. It's close to the marina and the beach. And Valletta is just 15 mins away what's not to like?
What makes this property unique
Villa Mistral forms the major part of a former renaissance Palazzo built in the late 16th century. From the outside it has fine baroque stone features, beautiful overhanging balconies and the famous traditional Maltese enclosed balcony called a 'Gallerija'. Once inside the entrance hall you will be impressed by the stone mouldings around the doorways, and the stone vaulted ceiling, the cantilevered staircase is a work of art in itself. You can follow into the courtyard where there are tropical plants and a table and chairs so you can read a book and enjoy a coffee. All the bedrooms are furnished beautifully with excellent mattresses. There is a fabulous roof terrace with partial sea views of `Valletta and the grand harbour
Languages:
English
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