Sustainable

Characteristics

• Charming and historic townhouse from the 16th century
• Located in the historic and vibrant Collacchio district of Vittoriosa, Malta
• Great mix of traditional and modern
• Sunny roof terrace for relaxing
• Many cafes, restaurants, wine bars and shops within walking distance

Features

• Spacious holiday home for 2 people
• 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
• Living room and dining room
• Well equipped kitchen
• Roof terrace with seating

Testimonials

As Valletta gets busier and pricier, in-the-know travellers in search of a historic stay are hopping across the Grand Harbour to Birgu/Vittoriosa. This Renaissance-inspired 16th-century property, aptly named Indulgence Divine, is a vibrant mix of ancient and modern tucked into Birgu’s labyrinth of medieval streets. It is less than five minutes’ walk to the main square, Inquisitor’s Palace, Maritime Museum and Malta at War Museum, and ten minutes to the nation’s oldest castle, Fort St Angelo.

It sleeps two, very comfortably, the huge double bed is set inside the former private chapel of the house, but there’s also an equally enormous sofa upstairs. The owner has refurbished with care, retaining a secret room as a library, spiral stairways, and roof terrace. He’s splashed bright colour here and there among more traditional tapestries and artworks and there’s Wi-Fi, a state-of-the-art kitchen and a rather glam walk-in double shower. The rate includes pickup from the airport and basic essentials on arrival. In addition to a couple of wine bars, Del Borgo and Il Forn, there’s a tiny osteria just across the alleyway and a handful of shops and bars.

One of the few exceptions is Indulgence Divine. This 16th century townhouse in Birgu was lovingly restored by London-based art director and producer Gattaldo and transformed into a space that is literally an indulgence of colour, design, retro nods and flashes of beautiful inspiration.