Is Malta Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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based on 110 experiences from female travelers
Osa
Ireland
Malta, Solo travel
My first international trip was to Malta, where I spent a month improving my English. There, I learned to take care of myself, to stay safe, and I made good friends. I returned in 2026 with my family.
Posted: July 27, 2026Experienced: June, 2014
Courtney
Canada
Malta, Solo travel
Enjoyable, walkable country that you can experience a lot of in one week. I recommend taking a boat trip to the other island and to see the blue lagoon - it was so beautiful and well worth the visit.
Posted: July 8, 2026
Milka
Finland
Malta, Solo travel
I traveled to Malta by myself and had two locations in me week long trip. Three days in St.Julians and five days in Mellieha. Malta was super easy to navigate and find activities. Public transportation was easy to use and affordable and you were able to pay with cash or card there. Food was really good everywhere and going to restaurants alone was really nice and not uncomfortable at all in my experience. I explored Valletta one of my days and did the sunshine riding experience by the...
Posted: June 8, 2026
Trisha
Hungary
Malta, Group travel
My experience in Malta was amazing!!!!! The first thing that stood out to me was the beaches. They were really nice, clear water, good spots to just relax and spend the day. The weather was also perfect most of the time, sunny, warm, just really easy to enjoy being outside. What I also really liked was how easy it was to meet people there. I would just randomly meet people during the day or at night, and somehow we would end up going out together or partying later. The energy everywhere was...
Posted: June 8, 2026
Maria
Greece
Malta, Group travel
Our Airbnb in St Julian was really clean and roomy. Although the host was kinda weird about noise and he gave as twice a notice about the noises our heels were making. There were 24h stores around which was very convenient. We visited the old city of Medina which felt like a fairytale. We went clubbing, we visited the popeye village and the aquarium. We were always moving around with bolt and it was very cheap as we were travelling as a group of 7 and we shared the amount every time
Posted: April 30, 2026
Vee
United States
Malta, Solo travel
I went solo and even stayed in a not so well rated party hostel in St Julians even though I don’t party and the women’s dorm was cozy and had a great community. I did not go out at night so can’t speak to the safety there but do know a girl got her phone stolen so maybe be aware. But walking around the city and navigating public transport people are very kind and the island is beautiful with so much to see from game of thrones locations, beautiful short hikes, blue lagoons, great architecture,...
Posted: April 24, 2026
Csilla
Hungary
Malta, Couple travel
I went there on my 20th birthday with my best friend. We stayed there for 4 days and I absolutely loved it! I wish we stayed there for longer, and I will definitely go back 🥰 It was not expensive, nor inexpensive, it was just right. Beautiful historical sites and the scenery was amazing
Posted: March 8, 2026Malta, Group travel
A beautiful experience, would visit again. Ww went to see St.Peter, we visited Mdina and Valetta, they we exceptional. I love Malta because it has its own unique vibe, very special if you ask me. Blue lagoon was top tier.
Posted: December 25, 2025
Sofia
Greece
Malta, Solo travel
Malta felt extremely safe, although it is a country built for tourists. Despite this it was nice walking around Valetta, which is a UNESCO world heritage site. Visiting the prehistoric temples around the islands was also very interesting. I would skip the blue lagoon and go hiking in other beaches which are less touristy. There is a local hiking group which organises hiking trips every Sunday at a low price
Posted: November 11, 2025Experienced: August, 2025
Wissal
Algeria
Malta, Solo travel
Malta in October was perfect. The whether was breezy Mediterranean. Not too touristy. Perfect for a day cruise to Gozo and Comino from the main island. Medina and Rabat are a must day trip. You should plan to stay at Sliema or Valetta. Avoid staying at St. Julian (party neighborhood) if you’re looking for calm nights lol.
Posted: November 5, 2025Is Malta safe for women?
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Elena
Marsascala
In general, Malta is quite a safe country, and personally I feel safer here than I did in Russia. It’s common to see people walking around late at night, and overall the island has a relaxed atmosphere. That said, like anywhere else, it’s important to stay aware — especially when traveling alone or visiting a new country. There have been cases of drink spiking in the clubbing areas, so always keep an eye on your drinks and surroundings. Pickpocketing can also happen, especially during the busy...
Posted: May 16, 2026
Elena
Birkirkara
Very safe but is just a residential area. Town center is nice and well connected. Not the best area to visit the island, but it's safe . Overall Malta is a safe country, but in touristic places sometimes become more risky
Posted: March 11, 2026
Zoë
Sliema
Sliema feels very safe. All of Malta famously is. It's a quiet residential zone of the wealthy locals and internationals. Sometimes it isn't very wheelchair accessible or buggy friendly because people leave their rubbish on the road to be collected and the footpaths are small
Posted: January 9, 2026Malta
Since it's a small island with not many inhabitants, everyone knows each other. Plus, the police do a good job and we feel really safe here. For example, I always get home very late at night. At least around 11pm and I've even gotten home between 5am and 7am, and I've never never never had any problems.
Posted: December 17, 2025Malta
I visit in February and felt very safe for my first solo trip, I stayed in St. Paul’s Bay but traveled around the island and Gozo and felt fine no matter where I went on the island. The locals were welcoming and friendly and helpful.
Posted: October 19, 2025
Nathalia
Birkirkara
Birkirkara is a nice town in Malta, mainly residential, so it’s really calm. Have good transportation to Valleta and it’s well connected to other cities. St. Helen church is a nice place to see around here
Posted: September 3, 2025Safety in Malta
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Carolina
Qawra
Can host for:
1 day
About me
I'm an engineer who loves nature, music, and neuroscience books. I currently live and work in Malta, having traveled there to learn English, and now I'm building a remote job. I enjoy rock climbing, I'm easygoing, and I can talk for hours if a topic fascinates me.
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Denise
Qala
Can host for:
3 days
About me
Hi, I’m Denise, 33, originally from Germany and currently living in Malta even though I moved here without ever having visited. Spoiler: best decision ever. I joined this app because I love connecting with people, hearing their stories, learning about different cultures, and seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. Nature makes me happy, deep talks energize me, and I’m always up for a spontaneous adventure (especially if there’s good food involved). I have ADHD, which basically means I’ve collected more hobbies than some people own socks. Gardening, painting, writing, hiking, photography, language learning it all depends on the phase I’m in. Right now, I’m into succulents and planning a big trip through Asia to explore meditation, local traditions, and hopefully some spiritual wisdom that doesn’t require me to sit still for too long. One day, I’d love to host retreats and organize cultural trips that combine travel with mental well-being and personal growth. Until then, I’m just out here exploring, meeting kind souls, and collecting stories (and maybe more plants). If you’re into nature, culture, creativity, or just enjoy chatting with slightly chaotic but passionate people — I’d love to hear from you.
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