Ax The Heights Residences, SliemaAx The Heights Residences in Sliema, Malta has a corrected score of 4.3 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 4 of 72 hotels we score in Sliema. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.7 before correction: Booking.com 4.5, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.5.AX The Heights Residences offers self-catering apartments on the Tal-Virtù ridge in Rabat, near Mdina. This adults-only property is suitable for travellers seeking a quiet stay, featuring air-conditioned units with private balconies and in-room washer-dryers. The apartments include full kitchens and laptop-compatible safes. Guests can access a seasonal outdoor pool, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk with concierge services. The location is rural and sits within walking distance of the Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha’s Crypt. While the setting is peaceful, the property is a short drive away from major beaches like Golden Bay.What stands out

Self-catering apartments with kitchens

In-unit washer and dryer

Seasonal outdoor pool

Near historic catacombs

Watch out for

Adults only sixteen plus

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