db Seabank Resort & Spa

🏊 Malta’s largest outdoor swimming pool
🍹 Adults-only pool with swim-up bar for laid-back cocktails
🍽️ Seven restaurants with global flavours and themed nights
🏖️ Just steps from Ghadira Bay, Malta’s largest sandy beach
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ superior
Board options: All Inclusive, All Inclusive Plus-style options
Child age guideline: up to 11 yrs in kids’ facilities
536 rooms | 6 floors | 9 lifts

db Seabank Resort & Spa sits at the quieter end of Mellieha Bay, directly opposite Ghadira’s long, gently shelving beach – one of Malta’s few true stretches of sand. You have relaxed beach bars and a handful of restaurants within a short stroll, while Mellieha’s hilltop old town, with its Baroque church and local cafés, is a quick bus or taxi ride away. Ferries to Gozo and Comino’s Blue Lagoon are also within easy reach, making this a great base for exploring the islands without sacrificing beach time.

• 30m to Ghadira Bay Beach
• 300m to nearest bars and restaurants
• 2km to Mellieha resort centre / old town
• Easy access by road to ferries for Gozo & Comino
Approx. transfer time from airport: 50 minutes

Mellieha Bay, Malta, Malta

All the variety of a small cruise ship, but on dry land. There are seven restaurants, mixing big buffet spreads with fun themed venues, many with show-cooking and kids’ stations. Expect Mediterranean favourites, Middle Eastern dishes, Asian flavours and American Tex-Mex, alongside a Brazilian-style grill.

• Coral Main Restaurant – Buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner with show-cooking, kids’ buffet, highchairs and microwaves.
• Laguna Restaurant – Poolside buffet with Mediterranean dishes, show-cooking and snacks; open for breakfast, lunch and dinner in season.
• El Rodizio – Brazilian-themed buffet dinners (seasonal, weather and occupancy dependent).
• Levant – Middle Eastern buffet dinners.
• L’Orjent – Asian-themed buffet dinners with live cooking.
• Salia – Sharing concept restaurant for relaxed, sociable dinners with kids’ options.
• The Jungle – American Tex-Mex à la carte with sharing plates, show-cooking and a family-friendly vibe.

Drinks are just as comprehensive, with five bars including:

• Adults Pool Bar – adults-only swim-up bar for daytime cocktails.
• Dome Bar – poolside bar open in the evenings (seasonal).
• All Inclusive Plus Lounge – pool-adjacent lounge for upgraded All Inclusive guests.
• Il Punent Lobby Bar – lobby bar that becomes adults-only in the evening.
• Sports Bar – for big-screen matches and a pub feel.

A smart-casual dress code applies in most restaurants, and some venues are seasonal or require reservations. Inclusions can vary by board package and time of year. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Water babies are spoiled here. Outside you’ll find five freshwater pools, including:

• Malta’s largest lagoon-style main pool with sunbeds and parasols.
• A dedicated adults-only pool with a swim-up bar (seasonal).
• Two additional pools with shallow children’s sections.
• Two separate children’s pools with waterslides and water dome features.

Indoors, there are two heated freshwater pools (seasonal heating), including a kids’ pool, within or near the spa area. Towels are available with a refundable deposit, and outdoor pools typically operate from around mid-March to late October, weather permitting. The main indoor pool may close at times in summer for maintenance and is adults-only between midday and 3pm.

Just across the road, Ghadira Bay offers a wide crescent of soft sand and shallow water that stays knee-deep for a good distance – perfect for younger children finding their sea legs.

When you fancy a break from the sun, the resort’s spa and activity line-up keeps things interesting.

Spa & wellness (typically 16+ for treatments):

• Indoor heated pool with whirlpool (in spa centre).
• Sauna and steam room.
• Selection of massages and beauty treatments (local charges apply).
• On-site hairdresser (chargeable).

Fitness & sports:

• Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights and strength equipment (usually 18+).
• Activities such as aqua aerobics, darts, football, mini-golf, pétanque, table tennis and volleyball.
• Bowling alley and arcade for family fun (extra charges for some activities).

Other handy facilities:

• 24-hour reception with currency exchange and luggage storage.
• Motorised scooter and wheelchair hire (local charge; request in advance if required).
• On-site mini-market for beach toys, snacks and essentials.
• Free Wi‑Fi in rooms and communal areas.
• Water refill stations around the hotel, with jugs provided in rooms on arrival to reduce plastic waste.

Rooms at db Seabank Resort & Spa are bright, modern and geared towards families, with sofa beds, clever sliding doors in family units and lots of balcony space. Jugs are provided on arrival and you’ll find water-refill stations around the hotel.

Quadruple Room – Land View
Sleeps: min 2, max 4 (+1 infant).
Great for value-seeking families, these rooms offer a double or twin beds plus sofa beds.
Facilities include:

• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Hairdryer
• Furnished balcony
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge
• Bathroom with bath or shower
• Air conditioning seasonally (approx. mid-June to mid-September)
• Daily cleaning; towels changed on request

Quadruple Room – Pool View
Sleeps: min 2, max 4 (+1 infant).
Same layout as the land-view quadruples, but with views over the pool area.

Standard Double or Twin – Land View
Sleeps: min 2, max 2 (+1 infant).
A comfortable base for couples or small families, with all standard amenities and land views.

Standard Double or Twin – Pool View
Sleeps: min 2, max 2 (+1 infant).
As above, with pool views.

Standard Double or Twin – Sea View
Sleeps: min 2, max 2 (+1 infant).
Enjoy front-facing views over Ghadira Bay from your balcony.

Standard Double or Twin – Sea View for Single Parent Use
Sleeps: min 1, max 2 (+1 infant).
Ideal when travelling solo with a child, with the same sea-view outlook and facilities.

Standard Double or Twin – Larger Balcony (Pool View)
Sleeps: min 2, max 4 (+1 infant).
Adds extra outdoor space and sunbeds to the balcony, plus sofa beds for additional guests.

Standard Double or Twin – Larger Balcony (Sea View)
Sleeps: min 2, max 2 (+1 infant).
Sea-view terrace with sunbeds and more outdoor living space.

Standard Double or Twin – Single Parent Use (Land View)
Sleeps: min 1, max 2 (+1 infant).
Configured with a single adult in mind but with the same comfortable set-up.

Family Room – Land View
Sleeps: min 2, max 4 (+1 infant).
Two bedrooms separated by a sliding door – perfect for giving kids and parents their own space, with land views.

Family Room – Pool View
Sleeps: min 2, max 4 (+1 infant).
As above, but with views over the pool area.

In all family and standard rooms you can expect:

• Flat-screen TV and free Wi‑Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Hairdryer
• Balcony or terrace
• Coffee-making facilities, kettle and fridge
• Bathroom with bath and shower attachment or walk-in shower
• Seasonal air conditioning (roughly mid-June to late September)
• Daily housekeeping; towels changed on request or daily in some categories

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

There’s a full daily programme of activities if you like to mix pool time with something a little livelier.

• Frequent daytime entertainment year-round, from small team games to poolside activities.
• Organised sports including football, mini-golf, pétanque, table tennis and volleyball.
• Fitness classes such as aqua aerobics.
• Arcade and bowling alley for extra family fun (charges apply for some games).
• Daily evening entertainment, with in-house shows, live music and a kids’ mini-disco.

For younger guests (approx. 4–11 years), you’ll find:

• Children’s clubs with arts and crafts, team games and water-based fun.
• Indoor soft play area (4–8 years) for cooler or windy days.
• Three dedicated children’s pools with slides and splash features.
• Kids’ buffets, menus and highchairs in many restaurants.

Practical touches are well covered at db Seabank Resort & Spa, making family logistics that bit easier.

• 24-hour reception with currency exchange and luggage storage.
• Express-style resort transfers available in summer with some packages (you’ll usually be among the first drop-offs and last pick-ups).
• Free Wi‑Fi in communal areas and rooms.
• Pool towels available with refundable deposit.
• Water refill stations across the resort plus in-room jugs on arrival.
• Scooter and wheelchair hire on request (local charge).
• On-site mini-market for daily bits, snacks and beach essentials.
• Lift access to most room floors (nine lifts in total across six floors).

Board basis
All Inclusive typically includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, plus:

• One dinner per stay in each of the themed restaurants (subject to availability and reservation).
• Late continental breakfast (approx. 10:00–12:00).
• Afternoon snacks (approx. 15:00–18:00).
• Local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails and soft drinks for at least 12 hours per day.

Half Board Plus or All Inclusive Plus-style upgrades may add branded soft drinks, beer and selected wines at dinner and/or enhanced bar access – details can change seasonally, so always check your specific inclusion at the time of booking.

Good to know
• Official rating: 4-star superior
• Certified Sustainable Hotel – GSTC-recognised standard at time of review
• Typical UK–Malta flight time: around 3.5 hours
• Time difference: GMT +1
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Languages: Maltese and English widely spoken

*Facilities, services and entertainment are subject to change and may be weather or occupancy dependent. Some activities and premium services incur an extra charge. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

db Seabank Resort & Spa Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is db Seabank Resort & Spa good for families?
Yes. The resort is purpose-built for families, with several children’s pools (some with slides and water features), a kids’ club for 4–11 year-olds, indoor soft play, bowling, an arcade, spacious family rooms and child-friendly buffets and menus.

2. How close is db Seabank Resort & Spa to the beach?
db Seabank Resort & Spa is right across the road from Ghadira Bay, Malta’s largest sandy beach – about 30 metres away. The sand is wide and flat, and the sea is shallow for a long way out, making it ideal for younger children and non-swimmers.

3. What’s included in the All Inclusive at db Seabank Resort & Spa?
All Inclusive usually covers buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, late continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, and a wide selection of local alcoholic and soft drinks served for a minimum of around 12 hours per day. Guests normally receive at least one dinner per stay in each of the themed restaurants, subject to availability and reservations. Exact inclusions can vary seasonally and by package, so check your booking details.

4. Are there adult-only areas at db Seabank Resort & Spa?
Yes. There is an adults-only outdoor pool with a swim-up bar, where you can enjoy a quieter atmosphere, plus adults-only time or policies in some indoor spa facilities and in the Il Punent lobby bar during the evening. The main indoor pool also has adults-only hours at midday.

5. Does db Seabank Resort & Spa have a spa and gym?
The hotel has a full spa with indoor heated pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room and a menu of massages and beauty treatments (minimum ages and local charges apply), as well as an air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment, weights and strength machines, generally for guests aged 18 and over.

6. How long is the transfer from Malta International Airport?
The transfer to db Seabank Resort & Spa from Malta International Airport (MLA) takes around 50 minutes, depending on traffic. In summer, some holiday packages include express-style shared transfers, which typically make the resort one of the first stops.

7. Is db Seabank Resort & Spa accessible for guests with reduced mobility?
The resort has lift access to most floors and offers mobility scooter and wheelchair hire for a local charge, subject to availability. As accessibility can vary by room type and season, we recommend discussing specific needs with a Travelisto travel specialist before booking.

8. Is db Seabank Resort & Spa a sustainable hotel?
Yes. db Seabank Resort & Spa is recognised as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meeting a GSTC-recognised sustainability standard at the time of assessment. Practical steps include refill water stations and the use of in-room jugs to cut down on single-use plastic.