"Birgu has ignited our interest in Maltese history so I'm sure we will be back!"

Annette & Bill – Devon, UK – November 2024

We enjoyed our week in Birgu and the style & comfort of Indulgence Divine. Having visited Malta and Gozo many times, this was our first visit to Birgu. It's a special place. We loved its history, exploring the quiet streets, bars and restaurants, the waterfront, the boat trips to Valletta and on to Gozo on the fastferry. Had a lovely swim at St Thomas' bay one day; went to the opera in Valletta another day (Valletta is much busier than it used to be, so even nicer to get back to the peace and calm of Birgu after days out). Sad to be leaving but Birgu has ignited our interest in Maltese history so I'm sure we will be back!

"Over the top gorgeous"

Robert La Bua – NSW, Australia – October 2024

Photo of Robert's guestbook entry

"We had everything we needed - comfort and beauty!"

Olga & Mikhail – Baltimore, USA – October 2024

Dear Aldo,

Thank you for letting us stay and enjoy this divine accommodation. We had everything we needed - comfort and beauty! Stay well!

"Indulgence Divine - the name ist programme!"

Gabi & Anton – Österreich, Austria – October 2024

Dear Aldo,

It was a great pleasure to stay again at Indulgence Divine and to enjoy the amenities you provide with this apartment! Indulgence Divine - the name ist programme!

"I could not have asked for a better place or location."

Denisa – Veľký Krtíš, Slovakia – September 2024

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with me. The place is absolutely charming - so full of character and personal touches. It felt like staying in a hidden gem. I could not have asked for a better place or location. It was the perfect spot for a holiday, and the experience was everything I hoped for and more.

Hope to have a chance to come back again one day soon.

"Our days were spent cooling off in the waters by Fort St Angelo followed by Maltese wine and dinner in one of the many fine local restaurants and wandering the magical streets at night

Harry and Jess – Norwich, UK – August 2024

We had a truly memorable stay during Birgu's festival week. Our days were spent cooling off in the waters by Fort St Angelo followed by Maltese wine and dinner in one of the many fine local restaurants and wandering the magical streets at night while fireworks and dynamite exploded overhead and marching brass bands appeared spontaneously followed by streams of ;ocals celebrating the festival of St Lawrence - a dream like experience which we'll always remember.

The house itself is stunning and wonderfully eccentric. We loved the hidden library, the verdant courtyard, the furnishings and the terrace. The location is absolutely perfect and we can't believe our luck having chosen such a flawless place for our first visit to Malta. Birgu has been an enchanting experience. Thank you for having us.

Birgu village feast - photo @timesofmalta

"We will certainly let others know of this little gem"

Wendy and Jan – Wiltshire, UK – June 2024

A wonderful little retreat for our 1st stay in Malta. Such a lovely little oasis to be based in - the attention to detail is lovely. We have enjoyed exploring the little lanes, dreaming of owning beautiful yachts in the harbour, but enjoyed the little taxi boats to Valletta.

We will certainly let others know of this little gem, and hope to be back one day in the future.

"We have no doubt that we will be back."

Ken and Viv – London, UK – March/April 2024

We have visited Indulgence Divine so many times but this was a special stay to celebrate Vivien's 60th birthday. It was made even more memorable because our stay was over the Easter period. This was the first time we have spent Easter in Malta andwe loved watching all the local celebrations.

Thank you Aldo and Mike for the lovely birthday wishes and the wonderful welcome treats.

We have no doubt that we will be back.

"A fascinating historical building to stay in"

Jane and Alan – Cambridge, UK – March 2024

A fascinating historical building to stay in, with many intriguing details -though we never did find the mood lamp! We love the church  bells, the pale goldstone and the clean streets. Happy to gaze at the view from the Saluting Battery for hours!

Dear Jane and Alan. sometimes I too miss things when I'm looking too hard. 🙂 I've switched the mood lamp in the library on and taken a snap. Regards, Aldo.

"Well, to think we nearly didn't book Indulgence Divine! It has been wonderful to stay here. We loved it!"

Stephen and Dawn – Stradford-Upon-Avon, UK – February 2024

Well, to think we nearly didn't book Indulgence Divine! It has been wonderful to stay here. We loved it! Our first visit to Malta and I am so glad we came here.

Thank you Aldo - we enjoyed chatting to you.

"I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it" (As You Like It)

"Smashing location, bags of atmosphere and magical personal touches."

Nic and Elly – London, UK – December 2023

Really enjoyed our stay in this unique and authentic residence. Smashing location, bags of atmosphere and magical personal touches.

Well organised, well thought and Elly was certainly impressed by the cleanliness (which is incredibly important to her 🙂 )

Thank you.

"Your place is wonderful, thoughtfully designed and full of small attentions."

Diana and Victor – Montreal, Canada – November 2023

Thank you Aldo for your hospitality 💛

Your place is wonderful, thoughtfully designed and full of small attentions.

We enjoyed our stay in Malta and wish you all the best !

"The house is so comfortable and thoughtfully designed and equipped."

Dan and Patricia – Ottawa, Canada – November 2023

We have enjoyed our first trip to Malta, and can't imagine a nicer place to stay while here. The house is so comfortable and thoughtfully designed and equipped.

Thank you.

"This place is just amazing!"

Stefan – Switzerland – October 2023

This place is just amazing! Thank you so much to have let me bepart of the experience! Hope to beback again one day.

"Our 10th stay at Indulgence Divine"

Ken and Vivien – London, UK – September 2023

Our 10th stay at Indulgence Divine and hopefully it won't be our last! The welcome treats are always 'welcome' - thank you!

This is a very special place.

"A great experience to be in the heart of Birgu in a traditional building with some unique features."

Andrea and David – Chesire, UK – September 2023

Excellently hosted by Aldo - exemplary and professional communications with great attention to detail and the generous 'welcome goodies' were really appreciated.

A great experience to be in the heart of Birgu in a traditional building with some unique features. We've thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

"Couldn't have asked for more on our honeymoon!!"

Glenn and Jo – Kettering, UK – September 2023

Dear Aldo,

Beautiful house and beautiful place. Couldn't have asked for more on our honeymoon!! ❤️

We will definately be back. Keep up the good work.
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"What a gem your house is. It really was all we wished for and so much more."

Lee and Jacqui – Bexleyheath, UK – September 2023

Dear Aldo,

What a gem your house is. It really was all we wished for and so much more.

Thank you for making our stay so very easy. We have fallen in love with Malta and will definitely be back. Thank you once again.

"Thanks to your tips advices and treats when arriving, you made our holiday very special. We felt at home in a different part of the World."

Anne and Pascal – Villeneuve-de-la-Raho, France – July 2023

Dear Aldo, We are so happy to have spent time here. ID is the place to stay in Vittoriosa, the flat is amazing, the little town is unique! You are very kind and helpful. Thanks to your tips advices and treats when arriving, you made our holiday very special. We felt at home in a different part of the World. More than this, we were very lucky to be in Vittoriosa while the "festa of San Lawrence" : astonishing! Ilove archeology and I discovered 'The Sleeping Lady' in Valletta : wonderful! Each day of the week was special . Thank you so much! All the best.

"The perfect design & style organised to perfection."

Cliff Curtis – California, USA – July 2023

Thank you!!

My favourite Airbnb ever! The perfect design & style organised to perfection.

"Wow! What a fantastic house, with its quirky features and hidden rooms."

Jacky and Neil – Reading, UK – May 2023

Wow! What a fantastic house, with its quirky features and hidden rooms. Aldo thanks for being at the end of the phone whenever needed. The house is set in a lovely traditional Maltese district with so many interesting places to visit. Easy access to Valletta and the 3 cities. We loved our boat trips to Valletta and beyond... Mdina is a must see.

Many thanks Aldo for making our first trip to Malta so enjoyable.

"What a lovely beautiful house for us to stay in!"

Ian and Louise – Oxfordshire, UK – April 2023

Dear Aldo,

What a lovely beautiful house for us to stay in! The welcome treats were a great surprise as well as the useful information - easy to follow. We visited the War Museum and the Palace of the Inquisitor and enjoyed eating at Onyx Cafe Bistro and Del Borgo. Took a water taxi to Valletta and explored the streets and markets.
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Last night we ate in - The Vietnamese Restaurant across the road does great takeaways - and enjoyed the food from your wonderful terrace. Look forward to our next trip.

"Tutto e' stato perfetto"

Francesca and Giancarlo – Firenze, Italy – January 2023

Caro Aldo, Grazie per la meravigliosa accoglienza in questa casa bellissima, nella splendida città di Birgu! Tutto e' stato perfetto e tu sei stato una persona fantastica.

Un abraccio, a presto.

"What a wonderful quirky and historical place - very honoured to stay here"

Simone and Duncan – Surrey, UK – Oct 2022

What a wonderful quirky and historical place - very honoured to stay here - all delightful and beautifully kept.

We had a marvellous time from roaming around Valletta (taking the small boat there and back) to the friendly people at the local cafes and shops.

Can't wait to come again.

"We are reluctant to let others know about this place, but we will! I hope it won't be too long before we come back again."

Amanda and Nick – York, UK – Oct 2022

This place is amazing, from the welcome treats left by Josephine to all the information sent through emails and the house booklet (Aldo).

The Birgu Festival was a great bonus to our week's stay too. We are reluctant to let others know about this place, but we will! I hope it won't be too long before we come back again.

Thank you again.

"It's good to indulge oneself and we couldn't think of a better place to do so than I.D."

Thomas and Richard – London, UK – Sep 2022

Dear Aldo,

It's good to indulge oneself and we couldn't think of a better place to do so than I.D. We really appreciated the attention to detail, information, stylish accommodation and comfort.

"We felt like we were staying in a museum, it has been so beautiful."

Carey and Ollie – Wimbledon, London– August 2022

Thank you for a wonderful stay @ Indulgence Divine! We so appreciated the call to check that we were doing well and the treats for our stay (fresh bread, biscotti but especially the nectarines!). We felt like we were staying in a museum, it has been so beautiful.

It was the perfect spot to celebrate my 30th birthday and the first spot my little baby bump has been visible - baba Perry clearly likes ID ! We look forward to returning soon.

"Thanks for the warm welcome!"

Sven and Sissy – Germany – August 2022

Thanks for the warm welcome!

Great to be here again after the Corona-break!

"It's wonderful to stay somewhere with a true sense of space, yet to be so well looked after in a modern way."

Uwern Jong - OutThere magazine Editor
London, UK – June 2022

Thank you for a magnificent stay at this gorgeous home away from home in old Birgu. It's wonderful to stay somewhere with a true sense of space, yet to be so well looked after in a modern way.

Can't wait to return.

"If you wanna fall in love with Vittoriosa, Malta, Art, Food or Life again we would suggest a stay at Indulgence Divine in Birgu!"

Friederike & Clemens - Berlin, Germany – May 2022

If you wanna fall in love with Vittoriosa, Malta, Art, Food or Life again we would suggest a stay at Indulgence Divine in Birgu! We had a splendid week in this house and beautiful Birgu.

Thank you for this serene spot to go on adventures from. Loved all of it!

"Loved the calm of ID and Birgu and could happily have stayed longer - so we will just have to come back."

Eileen & Alex - East Lothian, Scotland – April 2022

Very much enjoyed our week at ID and appreciated great communication, especially with such a gap between our booking and finally managing to get here. Loved the calm of ID and Birgu and could happily have stayed longer - so we will just have to come back.

We leave with happy memories of an inspiring home at ID. Best wishes.

"Back for our second stay at ID - just lovely as we remembered."

Sarah & Robert - London, UK – April 2022

Back for our second stay at ID - just lovely as we remembered. We've had a much needed relaxing stay - a highlight being walks around the Valletta battlements in an extremely stiff breeze!

Thanks once again for your impeccable hospitality Aldo.

"We felt very spoiled thanks to your impeccable hospitality and the effortless style, taste and charm of this house."

Berty & Adrian - Cheshire, UK – March 2022

We booked our week at Indulgence Divine almost two and a half years ago so I don't think we quite remembered that what we had booked was an entire townhouse over four floors complete with a sun-trap roof terrace! What a truly fabulous place you have here, Aldo, right in the heart of historic Birgu. We felt very spoiled thanks to your impeccable hospitality and the effortless style, taste and charm of this house. We were also extremely lucky with the weather: 20 degrees ain't so bad considering it was actually snowing back home in Chesire!

Thank you very much for everything - this is exactly what we needed after 28 months without a proper holiday.

"It was a gift for my 40th b'day and I can't imagine to get a better gift than being at this place in this city."

Adrian & Michèle - Zürich, Switzerland– March 2022

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful accommodation. It was a gift for my 40th b'day and I can't imagine to get a better gift than being at this place in this city. We appreciated every little detail. Thank you very very much.

Thanks Aldo for everything and for your patience over the last two years. Indulgence Divine was definitely worth the visit.

"Another fantastic stay at Indulgence Divine"

Glenn & Lindsay- Durham, UK – October 2021

Another fantastic stay at Indulgence Divine - thank you so much Aldo.

We cannot wait to visit again in June.

"We felt the love of the collector of the single items and the right combination of these items, their curation, impressed us and caused moods in us we rarely experience in habitation rented for a short time. "

Wolfgang & Angie- Munich, Germany – October 2021

Dear Aldo, It's quite difficult to find the right words to express what we felt in your/our Indulgence Divine. There were so many personal artefacts to discover. We felt the love of the collector of the single items and the right combination of these items, their curation, impressed us and caused moods in us we rarely experience in habitation rented for a short time.

Also remarkable are the fine colour settings and the play with sun light achieved by the bathroom windows, the doors between kitchen and living room, and living room window in red, yellow and green tones, so that even  a rainy Sunday morning couldn't ruin our mood.

We will not forget ID and hope there will be an opportunity for us to return.

"We were completely wowed by this place. It is the place to stay in Malta if you are looking for somewhere very unique and stylish."

Simon & Camille- London, UK – August 2021

We were completely wowed by this place. It is the place to stay in Malta if you are looking for somewhere very unique and stylish. Indulgence Divine combines both modern and ancient aspects of Malta - set in a beautiful stone building with a secret staircase to an underground library, there is also an ultramodern and spacious mezzanine floor, and it all drips with a serious level of designer flair. We stayed for 4 nights and could happily have stayed much longer.  

Located in a charming and quiet area of Vittoriosa there is easy water taxi access to Valletta, but also plentiful local eating options including the remarkable Tal-Petut just 2 minutes away.  

Aldo is a charming and attentive host who has thought of everything to make his guests as welcome and comfortable as possible.

"We loved the artistic flair in the apartment, appreciated the home comforts and found it to be an excellent base to explore the island."

Jess & Emmet- Ireland, UK – August 2021

We had a fantastic stay at ID! We loved the artistic flair in the apartment, appreciated the home comforts and found it to be an excellent base to explore the island.

Both ID and Birgu itself are full of character and we felt privileged to have enjoyed them both!

"We are so pleased we chose Birgu for our first visit to Malta - such a beautiful, peaceful and friendly place from which to visit all the sights."

Tess & Donal- Oxford, UK– February 2020

Dear Aldo,

What a wonderful place to stay! We really appreciated the generous 'Welcome Pack' with all its treats, your very helpful house manual and the truly unique character of Indulgence Divine. We are so pleased we chose Birgu for our first visit to Malta - such a beautiful, peaceful and friendly place from which to visit all the sights.

We had fascinating trips to Valletta, Mdina and Rabat, Hagar Qim, Marsaxlokk and spent our final day over on Gozo. Though Osteria Ve was sadly closed for our stay, we had wonderful meals (and wine!) at Del Borgo and Tal-Petut, both superb!

Thank you for sharing your home in Birgu with us - we hope to come back again soon.

"Your welcome pack was very generous and the interior style and central location of Indulgence Divine made it an unforgettable travel to Malta."

Rosh - Lynchburg, USA – December 2019

Dear Aldo,

Thank you for everything! We had a wonderful stay and especially enjoyed your thoroughness in direction and the whole ease to everything in the apartment and during the whole stay. Your welcome pack was very generous and the interior style and central location of Indulgence Divine made it an unforgettable travel to Malta.

We loved your restaurant suggestions (esp. Osteria Ve) and Birgu is where it's at. We look forward to returning one day! Thank you!

"We loved just resting and hanging out in your chic, homely and historical home."

Pat & Veronica - Ireland – November 2019

Thank you! We had a very special four days in Birgu. It is such as wonderful base to explore this quaint city! It i such a tranquil space and has such a serene atmosphere! The welcome pack and house information book were phenomenal. Thank you! Thank you! We loved just resting and hanging out in your chic, homely and historical home. Just one question, how did you get that sofa down into the library? We hope it's our first of many visits to Malta. xx

"Sitting on the terrace reading at the end of the day and, of course, for breakfast is simply perfect."

Margaret & Michael - Dorset, UK – October 2019

Thank you Aldo for such a wonderful stay in the lovely Birgu accommodation, such a great find in the sea of accommodations, but perfection and comfort is here in ID.

A lovely week spent exploring Malta and chatting during our crossings to Valletta on the water taxis - brilliant!

Sitting on the terrace reading at the end of the day and, of course, for breakfast is simply perfect.

Every day we looked forward to come back to the haven of Birgu and ID.

Thank you xx

"Your house is a treasure trove and one we will highly recommend to anyone looking for a perfect base to explore Malta."

Roz & Stu - London, UK – October 2019

We've had a wonderful 6 days here, taking in the sights (St Angelo's a highlight), the sounds (and how we miss that 8am bell!) and the tastes (particularly Osteria Ve, Del Borgo and Tal-Petut - all so wonderfully local).

Your house is a treasure trove and one we will highly recommend to anyone looking for a perfect base to explore Malta. Thanks again.

"delighted we were around for Birgufest Saturday"

Gordon & Elspeth - Aberdeen, Scotland – October 2019

Very stylish interior and fantastically central to what's happening in Birgu. Great base to explore and delighted we were around for Birgufest Saturday.

Thanks for the very generous and welcome 'Welcome Pack'; it set the tone for us. Our first visit to Malta and hopefully one we'll repeat. Off to St Julians now for a few days.

"Thank you for sharing ID. It bursts with personality!"

Sally & Brent - Melbourne, Australia – September 2019

Dear Aldo,

Thank you for sharing ID. It bursts with personality! We loved staying in Birgu... it was a peaceful base to return to each day and we enjoyed the local life around the square and in the street! We continue our Malta adventures now to Gozo and then Rabat, but ID will be part of our memorable intro to Malta.

"We are SO happy that we stumbled across Indulgence Divine while looking for accommodation!"

Donna & Mark - Victoria, Australia – August 2019

What a wonderful apartment. Could not want for more. We are SO happy that we stumbled across Indulgence Divine while looking for accommodation! AND think that Birgu is the perfect spot for a base to explore Malta. OR you could just stay in Birgu to relax and enjoy the area!

Aldo, your apartment is fabulous but your information and communication was brilliant. Will certainly let family and friends know about your wonderful home! Thank you.

PS. Excellent welcome pack. Thank you.

"It was truly an experience to be here during the Feast of St Lawrence and to see Birgu all done up for the local festival"

Sarah & Mark - Edinburgh, Scotland – August 2019

We had a wonderful time. It was truly an experience to be here during the Feast of St Lawrence and to see Birgu all done up for the local festival, culminating in the fireworks display over the Grand Harbour. It was definitely an amazing experience!

"The harbour front is a must on a sunny evening, drooling over the yachts and what could've been."

Martyn & Karen - Crawley, UK – June 2019

We had a wonderful 4 nights at Indulgence Divine, the weather couldn't have been better. Many a happy hour spent watching Malta roll past as we graced many of the local bars to "people watch". The harbour front is a must on a sunny evening, drooling over the yachts and what could've been. The combined ticket for the Inquisitor's Palace and the Maritime Museum is a bargain.

Mdina is well worth a visit, as is Valletta, but if relaxing is your thing, then stay in Birgu and chill. The ferry to Valletta is amazing value and the buses are also excellent.

Indulgence Divine is an artistic delight in this fantastic town and we can't wait to come back.

"So happy to be able to return to Indulgence Divine"

Penny & Gary - Toronto, Canada – May 2019

So happy to be able to return to Indulgence Divine. Rediscovering Malta has been wonderful and staying at ID has made it perfect. Aldo, we can't thank you enough for opening your home to us.

"We have so many strong memories to take back to London and a lot of reading about Malta and its fascinating history to look forward to."

Jeremy & Christine - London, UK – March 2019

Malta has changed somewhat since I was last here in 1971! But the magic that is Grand Harbour and its mysteries remain unchanged. We consider ourselves very fortunate to have been introduced by our friends, Lesley and Graham to the charms of Indulgence Divine, Birgu and Senglea. It has been a wonderful six days of discovery and rediscovery. Aldo, thank you for being such an attentive host and for guiding our visit. We have so many strong memories to take back to London and a lot of reading about Malta and its fascinating history to look forward to.

"You have thought of everything Aldo."

Karen & Max - Oxford, UK – March 2019

We had a wonderful stay. You have thought of everything Aldo. Looking forward to our next trip already. Thank you and Happy St Patrick's Day!

"We enjoyed discovering local sites & restaurants"

Helen & Michael - Oxford, UK – February 2019

Arrived on the weekend of Malta's worst storm in our 30 yrs! But despite a very wild and windy couple of days, it was a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We enjoyed discovering local sites & restaurants. Especially a trip to Dingli Cliffs. Excellent restaurant there and very informative walking tour.

"ID was an exquisite place for our first visit to Malta"

James & Glenda - Dungloe, Ireland – November/December 2018

Great location. Birgu has so much to offer. As well as the must dos of Fort St Angelo and the Inquisitor's Palace, don't miss the very nearby Norman House and St Lawrence Church/museum. Great food at Osteria Ve, Del Borgo , Tal-Petut and D Centre.

Ferry - public and cheap to Valletta - excellent views. St John's Co Cathedral obviously but to start get the lift near the ferry, head to main city gate and head clockwise around the walls to avoid the crowds a bit.

In different directions, take buses to No.1 Hypogeum (you must book) and Tarxien Temples, No.2 Mdina (esp. Museum at Cathedral).

ID was an exquisite place for our first visit to Malta. Thank you Aldo for your helpfulness and pointers.

"thank you very much for all your efforts and the great care you have taken to provide such a wonderful place."

Simon & Cat - Fulbourn, UK – November 2018

We came to Malta to find a peaceful haven in which to relax and unwind whilst gently warming in the sun. Indulgence Divine has provided that and much more.

So thank you very much for all your efforts and the great care you have taken to provide such a wonderful place. We hope to return...

"Even with all the developments in and around Vittoriosa, Bormla and Senglea, the 3 Cities remain a lovely calm contrast to the hustle and bustle of Valletta."

Ken & Vivien - London, UK – October 2018

So good to be back at ID for our 8th visit. It still feels like our "home from home" and we really don't want to have to leave. Thank you Aldo again for letting us experience this haven of relaxation and calm. Thank you to to Josephine for the welcome treats and great to see Victor again when he popped round.

Even with all the developments in and around Vittoriosa, Bormla and Senglea, the 3 Cities remain a lovely calm contrast to the hustle and bustle of Valletta. Great to have had the opportunity to see the capital in its year of culture though we really hope we get the chance to come back to ID.

"Will definitely recommend"

Kairee & Bennard – October 2018

We've had a wonderful stay here at Indulgence Divine, perfect and peaceful location! The personal touches, fabric and detail in each room are impeccable. Many thanks for such great hospitality. Will definitely recommend.

"...the location of ID is much better"

Paul & Gigi from Perth, Australia – September 2018

This is a truly great apartment Aldo. You have really thought about everything. We are so glad that we happened to find this, especially since it was just an internet search to find decent accommodation here in Malta. We were initially disappointed that all the good stuff in Valletta was booked up (almost a year ago), but have since found that the location of ID is much better. We have enjoyed our stay here immensely.

Dear Paul and Gigi, Thank you so much for choosing Indulgence Divine. Valletta does indeed get booked up first (we know as we had one property there too before we decided to sell). The reason is that Valletta's name precedes it and most visitors know the city by name. Valletta can however become victim to its own success and may seem to some a tad too touristy at times. I still find Valletta to be delightfully striking but we're only a stone's throw from it anyway. Vittoriosa's history is decisively older than that of the capital city and hopefully won't ever loose its local charm to excessive tourism. Regards, Aldo.

"The most difficult part of our trip has been working out whether to spend our time in the fascinating museums, wandering the beautiful streets... or simply taking advantage of ID itself - sitting on the terrace reading a good book."

Chris & Christina from St Albans, UK – August 2018

We only booked our trip to Malta & ID a week before heading out here, and as last-minute holidays go, it has been excellent. We couldn't have found a better place to stay even if we'd been planning a year in advance. ID has really been the perfect base to explore Malta.

The most difficult part of our trip has been working out whether to spend our time in the fascinating museums, wandering the beautiful streets, lazying on the beaches, indulging in all the great food & wine Malta has to offer, or simply taking advantage of ID itself - sitting on the terrace reading a good book.

All in all, we've had a fantastic time - thank you Aldo for such a beautiful place to stay, and all the helpful additions like the house information booklet.

There's so much more to see and do in Malta that we'll have to come back soon!

Dear Chris and Christina, It has been lovely having you stay at our boutique rental. We do try our best to keep you 'captive' but Malta's history and character are tough competitors indeed. Regards, Aldo.

"Indulgence Divine is even better than we hoped it would be"

Erika & Chad from Oberlin, USA – June 2018

Indulgence Divine is even better than we hoped it would be, and we had high hopes! We love the balcony, the roof, the bathroom tiles, the library, the Garden of Earthly Delights.

We much appreciated the wine and snacks, which saved us a grocery run. The house guide was also very helpful.

I'll add that I originally was attracted to this apartment because I've always been charmed by the nearby Cafe Riche (which I highly recommend). Now that I'm just as charmed by this apartment, I've got the ideal spot in Malta.

"I was particularly pleased to have found a great book in the library, to read on the terrace sun-beds and in the evenings."

Stephen & Lisa from Scottish Highlands, UK – June 2018

ID is an amazing home to stay in whilst exploring Valletta and the Three Cities. We loved being immersed in the heart of Birgu, surrounded by the history and local culture.

We loved the mixture of History, Art and Comfort afforded by Indulgence Divine and fully intend on recommending a stay here to all our friends and family.

I was particularly pleased to have found a great book in the library, to read on the terrace sun-beds and in the evenings.

Thank you for a great place to stay and for being so helpful.

"Thank you Aldo for being at the end of an email/phone to often help and advise. We have had an awesome time and will most definitely be back!"

Vicki & David from Cambridge, UK – June 2018

What an amazing place Indulgence Divine is to stay! It is always great to come back to a lovely base after a day out exploring. ID is a brilliant base - location is perfect to discover all of Malta's towns.

Thank you Aldo for being at the end of an email/phone to often help and advise. We have had an awesome time and will most definitely be back!

Dear Vicky and David, Always feel free to email us whether it is to ask questions about the islands or just to keep in touch. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Regards, Aldo.

"Indulgence Divine has been a great place to be based to enjoy fascinating Valletta, with pleasant little trips on the water taxis."

Kevin & Alison from Brough, UK – June 2018

Our story at Indulgence Divine is the second part of our stay on Malta - and it was a lovely counterpoint to the hotel part. The visit to Malta was a return to my roots, having been born in Mtarfa, to a services family in 1963... having returned, I wish I had come back sooner, having left as a baby in 1964.

Malta has been a revelation, with so many contrasts and so many places of fascination and interest, and great views and vistas.

Indulgence Divine has been a great place to be based to enjoy fascinating Valletta, with pleasant little trips on the water taxis.

The people are as friendly as everyone says, always happy to chat and offer help or advise. The food has been great and so much choice.

Congratulations on a fabulous place. Aldo and Mike, your creative flair shines though every room.

"My husband had booked this as a surprise for my 60th Birthday... It is stunning and I couldn't stop looking at all the colours, details and pictures."

Elaine & James from Essex, UK – May/June 2018

Indulgence Divine is a beautiful and relaxing place to stay. My husband had booked this as a surprise for my 60th Birthday so I was amazed at the apartment. It is stunning and I couldn't stop looking at all the colours, details and pictures. It is a lovely quiet area, with easy access to everything.

The convenience store was lovely and we had a lovely last meal at Osteria Ve which was great after a day spent in Valletta. It's been a lovely few days here. Thank you.

"Her young memories being of black-clad ladies making lace in the streets - more likely now to see groups of young ladies on their mobiles!"

Tony & Penny from Hertford, UK – May 2018

Penny was born on the island at Sir Paul Boffa's Hospital where her mother worked while her dad was in the Navy. She visited again aged 10 and in her early 30's and has seen the large change over that time. Her young memories being of black-clad ladies making lace in the streets - more likely now to see groups of young ladies on their mobiles!

We've had a very nice stay here - it is very well situated and we hired a car for our last 3 days to get around the rest of the island.

The decor is certainly an eclectic mix of 'old' and 'new' and very comfortably put together. We are off for 6 nights to Gozo now, so not ending our 'Malta' jaunt.

Dear Tony and Penny, How lovely to have been party to such a delightful return to Penny's birth place. Thank you for giving us the opportunity. We'd love to hear more! Regards, Aldo.

"modern design of a high order sits comfortably within the ancient stone walls of this lovely house."

Michael & Susan from East Sussex, UK – April/May 2018

We were previously on the island in 1971 staying with friends in St Julians. That period, 47 years ago, was very different from today - some building development was taking place - mainly villas at the coast and the economy was much centred on the naval dockyard. The old buses were everywhere with many drivers' cabs decorated in the manner of religious shrines. We loved it, especially the charm and friendliness of the Maltese people. We were much saddened when our very close friends were forced to depart with 48 hours notice - they still however think of Malta as their second home and visit once-twice every year - now we see their reasons for their constant love of the country.

We are overwhelmed by the development of the Island - we have seen so much exciting and challenging infrastructure and design projects - as our taximan from the airport said - it's all BOOM! What is most pleasing is that outstanding success has not in any way spoiled that warmth and humour and openness of the Maltese "man in the street"/

Birgu is wonderful - to explore the little streets is magical. There is something interesting to see around every corner and the ongoing restoration projects of domestic buildings is awe inspiring. Easy access to Valletta and other cities and towns makes Birgu the perfect base for a holiday.

Indulgence Divine is great. We have mostly occupied ancient houses in the UK but have always played "restoration" according to what we have been 'taught' by English Heritage, National Trust and the Local Planning for listed buildings. How refreshing (and daring) to restore I.D. in a manner where modern design of a high order sits comfortably within the ancient stone walls of this lovely house.

Our thanks to Aldo for having provided the opportunity to stay in this lovely accommodation. We thank also the welcoming from Leila and Sam and the charming lady who cleaned and tidied the house half way through our stay.

"I would love to stay indefinitely. I am a total convert to the Birgu way of life."

Claire & Steve from West Yorkshire, UK – February 2018

My lovely boyfriend Steve brought me to Malta to celebrate my 40th birthday in style. And style it was! What a beautiful setting for our Maltese experience. To which I hope there will be many more in the very near future. Indulgence Divine truly did become our home from home.

The welcome gift basket was such a thoughtful touch. And on the following day we were able to enjoy the wine in a Spritzer with brunch on the fantastic roof terrace. Even though we didn't get the opportunity to use the reading room, it was such a joy to discover! I could imagine myself curled up on the sofa in this bijou bibliophiles' bolt hole. Bliss!

I must add how hospitable the Maltese are. Everywhere we went we felt very welcome. I would love to stay indefinitely. I am a total convert to the Birgu way of life.

Thank you so much for sharing your Oasis with us Aldo.

"we always felt slightly smug returning here each evening!"

Alan & Claire from Oakenshaw, UK – February 2018

A wonderful stay. Indulgence Divine provides an excellent base... everything we needed and in a great location (we always felt slightly smug returning here each evening!)

We had thought that a week would be plenty of time to experience all that Valletta/3 cities has to offer... but are pleased to find that there is plenty left for a future visit.