Bugibba is a busy tourist hub within the St Paul's Bay area, known for its seafront promenade, dive shops, and budget holiday vibe. Outside summer it becomes noticeably quiet. It offers the cheapest coastal properties in Malta and is popular with British expats and retirees. The town has seen investment in recent years with new restaurants and a regenerated waterfront.
Best For
Budget coastal renters, Retirees, Airbnb investors, Summer holiday makers
Transport
Bus to Valletta 45–60 minutes. Local buses around the bay area.
Amenities
Seafront, seafood restaurants, dive centres, Dolmen Hotel casino, supermarkets.
Property note: Mostly older apartments and holiday conversions. Some seafront units available at very low prices. Quality varies widely.

Gr Floor Maisonette in Bugibba
€1,000/mo

Flats in Bugibba
€1,000/mo
OverpricedFlats in Bugibba
€1,150/mo
UnderpricedFlats in Bugibba
€1,500/mo

Apartment in Bugibba
€2,500/mo
OverpricedApartments in Bugibba
€1,350/mo

Apartment in Bugibba
€2,100/mo
UnderpricedFlats in Bugibba
€1,300/mo
Fair priceFlats in Bugibba
€1,200/mo
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median rent | €1,350/mo |
| Average rent | €1,504/mo |
| Median price per sqm | €14/sqm |
Source: djar.ai live market data, updated daily from every Malta estate agency.
It slows down significantly after October, with many seasonal businesses closing. However a core of permanent residents and expats keeps it from being completely quiet.
According to djar.ai live market data, there are currently 194 rental listings in Bugibba. The database is updated daily from every major Malta estate agency.
According to djar.ai market data, the median rent in Bugibba is €1,350/month. Prices vary by property type, size, and proximity to the seafront or town centre.
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