St. Julian’s is also known as San Giljan in Maltese and is on the eastern seaboard of Malta. Being centrally located it is extremely sought-after and one of Malta’s most expensive suburbs. The area is abuzz with construction and expansion on a grand scale with new apartment blocks and hotels being built round the clock.
St. Julian’s is well-known as a location for holidaymakers, tourists, café society and the “in”crowd. Here you will find 5-star hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, boutiques, designer shops and casinos. The area also informally incorporates neighbouring Paceville, the nightclub district of Malta.
As an area it is legendary amongst visitors and locals alike and for good reason. It is central, has a vibe that is unmatched and is the playground of Malta’s movers and shakers for shopping and entertainment. This is where you will find some of Malta’s trendiest bistros, cafes, designer boutiques, hotels, waterfront developments, casinos and shopping centres. St Julian’s borders Sliema to the north and continues along the same promenade that starts all the way back past The Strand and Gzira. The permanent inhabitants make use of the stunning promenade for walks, socialising and jogging all times of the day. St Julian’s incorporates the very elegant and beautiful Portomaso, the Paceville area and St George’s Beach, famous among celebrities and partygoers alike. With bays like Balluta, Spinola, St Julian’s, the Portomaso Marina and St George’s, there’s no shortage of picturesque and romantic backdrops. Some of the last remaining fishing boats can be seen in the small coves and bays along the coast. St Julian’s is also the location of some of Malta’s top-rated 5-Star Hotels. St Julian’s attracts countless thousands of visitors all year and is known as one of Malta’s most prestigious addresses, both for business and residential purposes. Owning a property here is the envy of all!
As one will expect, the area’s patron saint is St. Julian and its festa is held on the last Sundays of July and August.
Property for sale in St. Julian’s command premium prices and a huge variety of building styles can be found such as penthouses, apartments, townhouses and maisonettes. The area also hosts the country’s two tallest buildings namely Portomaso Tower and Mercury House Tower, designed by world-famous architect Zaha Hadid. Plans are afoot for a second tower to be added to the current one which is nearing completion.
St. Julian’s is a mixed use neighbourhood with business and residential properties side-by-side. The permanent number of inhabitants for St. Julian’s is recorded to be far in excess of 10 000 people and many of them make use of the stunning promenade for walks, socialising and jogging all times of the day. The area features many places to swim and has some beautiful coves, bays and beaches such as Balluta Bay and St. George’s Beach.
Due to the demand for property in the area, St Julian’s property for sale has seen a sharp rise in prices and resulted in extremely good returns for most investors. The area is also known for its many short-term rentals catering for the tourism and hospitality trade, being a favourite of expats and also as being in huge demand by i-Gaming companies to set up shop in Malta.
As one will expect, the area’s patron saint is St. Julian and its festa is held on the last Sundays of July and August.
St. Julian’s is a mixed use neighbourhood with business and residential properties side-by-side. Due to the demand for property in the area, St Julian’s property offered for sale has seen a sharp rise in prices and resulted in extremely good returns for investors. The area is also known for its many short-term rentals catering for the tourism and hospitality trade, being a favourite of expats and also as being in huge demand by i-Gaming companies to set up shop in Malta.
St Julian’s has a variety of property types such as villas, townhouses, maisonettes, apartments, penthouses and terraced houses: the latest and most sought-after are those of the Mercury Suites and Mercury Towers, Pender Gardens and then there is Portomaso Marina which is in a class of its own. These three developments are all Special Designated Areas meaning foreign investors can buy as many units as they like without the need for an AIP permit and it can also be rented out immediately. The Mercury Towers complex was the last design of world-famous architect Dame Zaha Hadid before her untimely death in 2016 and is now officially Malta’s tallest building.
Affordable real estate in St Julian’s can still found, depending on what you buy and prices range from under €200,000 for a one bedroom/one bathroom maisonette to millions of euros for the most spectacular penthouses in Mercury Towers or vast designer apartments at Portomaso Marina. Read more if you are interested in buying a property in St Julians.
The pedestrian-friendly, wide promenade is the place to see and be seen. Popular with joggers, those out for a stroll and people with all walks of life, the promenade is perfect for getting out and sitting on a bench marvelling at the picturesque bays and sailing vessels of all kinds. Along your walk you will find many kiosks, restaurants and coffee shops.
Along the promenade at Spinola Bay is where you will come across this popular landmark. It is a favourite for taking selfies and a must as evidence that you have been to St Julian’s. It was inaugurated in 2003 and won an award for its design. Many people are confused as to why it seems upside down and spelled backwards, but the intention is to see the monument in the reflection of the water on a calm day. After some controversy post its unveiling, it is now a well-loved landmark.
As one of Malta’s finest remaining Art Nouveau buildings, this apartment block overlooking Balluta Bay was constructed in 1928 and got its name from the oak trees that grew in front of it. With intricate geometric and floral decorations, keystones and buttresses the building is impressive and adored. All the apartments are large and luxurious and seldom come on the market.
An award-winning, eco-friendly development located on the water’s edge on the upper east end of St Julian’s. Here’s where you will not only find designer apartments but also 5-star Hotels, a casino and three spectacular basins that is home to over a hundred berth and moorings for luxury yachts. Apartments owned here are rented out year-round.
Dragonara Palace was built in 1870 for the Scicluna family as a summer residence and is now the home of a well-known casino.
This is Malta’s party hotspot and known globally amongst clubbers. Packed with nightclubs, bars, restaurants, the Eden Cinema Complex and a shopping centre, the area is lively and rowdy on most nights, but the volume is literally turned up on the weekends.
Dating back to the 17th Century, this elegant Baroque-style building is famous for the clock in the centre and comes complete with a chapel, boathouse and stables in the middle of St Julian’s.
This is the impressive 19th-century parish church located adjacent to Balluta Bay and cannot be missed due to its high spires and grand exterior. It is in the neo-Gothic style and a sight to behold especially when viewed from across the bay at night, reflecting in the water.
Once Malta’s tallest landmark, this imposing tower block can be seen from all over. Homes to multi-nationals, businesses and a casino, the tower also has underground parking and its own shopping centre. It opened in 2001 and spans 23 floors with a cocktail lounge near the top floor offering stunning views.
Now Malta’s tallest building, this mega complex will have everything once completed. It promises to be the ultimate visitor experience with hotels, apartments, cinemas, green spaces and a whole lot more. It envelops the historic Mercury House, a long-standing landmark in the St Julian’s area.
St Julians is a tourist hub full of restaurants and hotels. You can find 5 star hotels to airbnb apartments with seaviews. Then dine at some fantastic restaurants, a variety of cuisines to choose from.
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