Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Malta Golden Sands

🌊 Panoramic views over Golden Bay and the Mediterranean
🏖️ Direct access to one of Malta’s largest sandy beaches
🏋️ Great range of facilities including three pools and multi-sports court
🍽️ 3 restaurants covering Mediterranean, Italian and Indian flavours
💆 Rejuvenating Myoka spa with panoramic sauna and indoor pool
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 338 | Blocks: 4 | Floors: 9 | Lifts: 4

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board

Child age: up to 11 years (for typical child pricing and facilities)

Set on Malta’s quieter north-west coast, this resort crowns the headland at Golden Bay, giving you cinematic views along the shoreline and easy access to the island’s second-largest sandy beach. Mellieha’s laid-back resort centre is a short drive away, while Valletta and Mdina make rewarding day trips for history and culture. From nearby ports you can also hop over to Gozo and Comino for blue-lagoon boat days.

Direct access to Golden Bay beach
Nearest restaurant: approx. 350m
Għadira Bay (Mellieha Bay): approx. 4km
Mellieha resort centre: approx. 5km
Valletta: approx. 16km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 50 Minutes

Mellieha, Malta and Gozo, Spain

Food is a real highlight here, with three distinctly different restaurants and a pair of relaxed bars, many with sea views.

Flavours Restaurant
Buffet-style main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with show cooking and a varied spread of Mediterranean and international dishes. Highchairs and a kids’ buffet keep younger guests happy.

Agliolio Restaurant
Beachfront à la carte offering Italian and local Maltese favourites for lunch and dinner – think pastas, fresh fish and stone-baked pizzas, with a separate children’s menu and highchairs available.

Essence of India
À la carte Indian restaurant open for lunch and dinner, serving tandoori grills, curries and regional specialities. Kids’ options available.

Mokka Lounge Bar
Indoor lounge bar for coffees, drinks and light bites, ideal for an evening cocktail away from the sun.

Lagoon Bar
Pool bar (seasonal) for daytime refreshments and snacks by the water, usually open from late morning to early evening depending on occupancy.

A smart dress code may apply and reservations or supplements can vary by board basis; details are subject to change between seasons. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Between the clifftop pools and the golden sand below, you’re well covered for swim time.

Outdoor pools
• Three outdoor freshwater pools, including:
  – Main pool with children’s section and spacious sunbathing area
  – Adults-only pool with whirlpool and sea views
  – Dedicated children’s pool
• Sunbeds and parasols around the terraces
• Baby-changing facilities near the pools
• Inflatables and water toys are generally permitted
• Complimentary pool towels

Indoor pool
• Freshwater indoor pool at the spa centre, perfect for cooler days
• Adults-only hours (typically 1–4pm) for quieter swims

Golden Bay beach
Step out of the hotel and down to Golden Bay, one of Malta’s few wide sandy beaches. The bay shelves gently and is great for families, with seasonal water sports on offer:
• Canoeing, kayaking and pedalos*
• Windsurfing and snorkelling*
• Motorised water sports and giant inflatables*
• Scuba diving with local operators*

*Run by external companies; charges apply and availability may vary by season.

Myoka Spa
A full-service spa sanctuary offering:
• Panoramic sauna, steam room and Turkish bath*
• Whirlpool and relaxation areas
• Wide menu of massages and body treatments*
• Beauty treatments including facials and salon services*
Spa access and treatments are typically for guests 16+; charges apply.

Fitness & sports
• Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights, fixed strength equipment and stretching zone (18+)
• Aqua aerobics in the pool
• Tennis and yoga sessions (schedule varies)

Entertainment & extras
• Frequent evening entertainment (May–Oct) with live music
• Regular live music in the cooler months (Dec–Mar)
• On-site mini-market for essentials
• Concierge and currency exchange*
• Luggage storage and equipment hire including pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters*

*Local charges may apply. Facilities and programmes are subject to change between seasons.

Superior Room with Country View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Overlooking the Maltese countryside, these stylish rooms are a comfortable base after days on the sand.
Key features include: balcony, TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, air conditioning (seasonal), bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, coffee-making facilities, kettle and fridge. Bathrooms offer a bath or shower. Daily cleaning, with linen and towels changed on request.

Superior Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Enjoy elevated views over Golden Bay or the Mediterranean from your private balcony.
Amenities mirror the Country View rooms, with TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, iron and board, coffee and tea facilities and seasonal air-conditioning. Bathrooms typically have a bath with shower attachment.

Suite with Country View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Ideal for families or longer stays, these suites add generous living space and a useful kitchenette.
Facilities include balcony, separate sleeping and living areas, TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer and full kitchenette with fridge, fridge-freezer, double cooking rings, microwave, toaster and dishwasher. Bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Daily cleaning, linens and towels changed on request.

Suite with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
All the benefits of the Country View suite, upgraded with sweeping sea or bay views from the balcony.
Includes living area and kitchenette (fridge, fridge-freezer, double cooking rings, microwave, toaster, dishwasher), TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer and seasonal air-conditioning. Bathroom with bath or shower.

Superior Room with Country View for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
Perfect for solo travellers who still want space and a balcony view. Facilities as per Superior Room with Country View, including TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, kettle and fridge.

Superior Room with Sea View for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
Single-occupancy rooms with the bonus of a sea-facing balcony. Facilities as per Superior Room with Sea View.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🏊 Three outdoor pools plus indoor pool
💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio, weights and stretching zone (18+)
🧘 Yoga sessions and aqua aerobics
🎾 Tennis and multi-sports court
🌊 Wide choice of water sports on Golden Bay (seasonal, external providers)
🎵 Frequent evening entertainment with live music (seasonal programme)
🧒 Kids’ club (3–12 yrs) with arts & crafts, games, sports and water-based fun
🛝 Outdoor playground and supervised indoor soft-play area

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge
💼 Luggage storage
💱 Currency exchange*
🧴 Myoka spa with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath*, whirlpool and treatment rooms*
🧖 Beauty salon services and treatments*
🛒 On-site mini-market for snacks and essentials
👶 Equipment hire including pushchairs, fans, toasters and kettles*
♿ Wheelchair and mobility scooter hire and charging points*
🧺 Daily housekeeping; linen and towels changed on request

*Local charges apply; services are subject to availability and may vary by season.

Malta’s northern tip is one of the best places on the island for proper sandy beaches, with Mellieha and Golden Bay both offering gently shelving shores and clear, swimmable water. From here it’s easy to take boat trips to Gozo and Comino, explore UNESCO-listed Valletta and Mdina, or simply enjoy the sunsets from your balcony.

Language: Maltese and English
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT+1
Average direct flight time from UK: around 3.5 hours

Hotel facilities, entertainment and water-sports availability can vary by season and occupancy, and some services incur a local charge. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Malta Golden Sands on the beach?
Yes. The hotel sits directly above Golden Bay and has direct access down to the sand, so you can move easily between the pools and the beach throughout the day.

2. Which board bases can I book at Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Malta Golden Sands?
You can book Bed and Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board. Buffet-style meals are served in the main restaurant, while selected dishes at the à la carte venues may involve a supplement depending on your chosen board.

3. Is Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Malta Golden Sands good for families?
Very much so. Families benefit from a children’s pool, kids’ menus and buffet options, a children’s club for ages 3–12 years, playground, indoor soft play area and the option to stay in larger suites with kitchenettes and separate living space.

4. What wellness facilities are available at the resort?
The on-site Myoka spa offers a panoramic sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool, an indoor pool and a full menu of massages and beauty treatments. Access rules and age limits apply (usually 16+) and treatments are payable locally.

5. How long does it take to get from Malta Airport to Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Malta Golden Sands?
The resort is around 50 minutes by road from Malta International Airport (MLA). Actual times will vary with traffic and whether you choose a shared coach transfer or a private car.

6. Is there a dress code for the restaurants?
A smart-casual dress code is generally requested in the restaurants. Beachwear is not usually permitted inside for dinner, so plan to change out of swimwear and cover up appropriately.

7. Does the hotel have Wi‑Fi?
Yes. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Malta Golden Sands, including guest rooms and most public areas.

8. What sports and activities are available nearby?
Alongside the hotel gym, tennis and fitness classes, Golden Bay offers seasonal water sports such as kayaking, canoeing, pedalos, snorkelling, scuba diving and selected motorised options, run by external operators for an extra charge.

9. Are spa and water-sports activities included in the price?
Use of basic hotel facilities like pools and gym is typically included, but spa treatments, some wellness services and all water sports are run on a pay-as-you-go basis by the hotel or external providers.