Accommodation

Where you'll live in Malta

Accommodation shapes your experience (and your budget) more than any other decision. Here's what each option really costs in 2026, and who each one suits.

Host family (homestay)

≈ €150–250 / week

Live with a Maltese family, usually with breakfast and dinner included. Full immersion — you keep speaking English at the dinner table.

Best for: first-timers, younger students, fastest English progress

Student residence

≈ €150–320 / week

Shared or private rooms in a dedicated student building. Social, international, and close to school. Some schools run their own residence a few minutes from class.

Best for: meeting people, independence with a safety net

Residential campus

school-specific packages

Some schools put classrooms and accommodation in one building or campus — with the pool, gym, and social areas included for students. You wake up where you study.

Best for: comfort seekers, short stays, everything-arranged packages

Shared apartment

≈ €300–600 / month per room

Rent a room in a flat-share, independently or through the school. The cheapest way to stay long-term — and the most independent.

Best for: long stays, work & study students, tighter budgets

What areas cost (shared room, monthly, 2026 estimates)

Sliema / St Julian's€500–900The classic student zone — seafront, nightlife, most schools walkable

Swieqi€450–750Quiet residential area 5 minutes from St Julian's

Gzira / Msida€400–70020–35% cheaper, still central, close to the ferry and university

St Paul's Bay€350–600Cheapest coastal option — longer bus rides to most schools

High season (June–September) adds supplements of roughly €25–40/week at most schools, and independent rooms get scarce. Book 2–3 months ahead for summer.

Book through the school, or on your own?

Through the school

Guaranteed for your dates, quality-checked, walking distance or a short bus ride, and support if anything goes wrong. Costs a little more than DIY — worth it for your first stay.

On your own

Cheaper for stays of 3+ months, but Malta's rental market moves fast and scams targeting students exist. Only recommended once you're on the island — many long-stay students book 4 weeks via the school, then switch.

Quick questions

Can I change accommodation after arriving?

Yes — schools generally let you switch (subject to availability) with one or two weeks' notice. Many students upgrade or move to a flat-share after the first month.

Is accommodation included in my course price?

No — course and accommodation are priced separately. Your personalised quote itemises both, so you can compare and decide.

What's included in the price?

School-arranged options include utilities and weekly cleaning in most cases; host families include some meals. Independent rentals usually add €50–100/month for bills.

Which option gets me the discount?

The Maltalingo 20% discount applies to your course fees. Accommodation is charged at the school's standard rate — but we make sure your quote uses the school's own prices with no agency markup.