Mariblu Hotel (Xewkija, Malta)

Situated just 1.5 miles from the centre of Victoria, Mariblu  Guest House is a boutique family-run establishment offering villa-style accommodation. The rooms are very simply furnished and decorated, with tiled flooring to help keep things cool in summer. Each features en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, minibar, flat screen TV and tea/coffee stations. Most also have private balconies. There is a small pool terrace, with the usual sun loungers and parasols front and centre. The hosts are usually on-hand, are a wealth of local knowledge and can assist in many ways. The on-site restaurant serves a breakfast buffet. The other two meals are a la carte, and are usually Maltese seafood or continental favourites. In fine weather, guests dine down out by the pool. Gozo Island has a great deal of interest, with numerous grottoes and caves big attractions. The Azure Window, a dramatic geological arch, is just five miles from Mariblu .