The Island of Gozo has traditionally been overshadowed by its big brother Malta, but with diving 'pioneers' leading the way, Gozo has become a popular holiday destination in its own right. Gozo is different to Malta in a number of ways; it has shunned high rise buildings and mass tourism, preserving a more relaxed life style than its larger sister island. It has managed to retain its charm and originality.

The picturesque fishing village of Marsalforn is located on the northern coast of Gozo. This relaxed and friendly community offers a warm welcome to all. Shops, cafes, restaurants and bars line the harbour front, making a popular meeting place for both visitors and locals alike. A small beach at the centre of the bay and several rocky coves at the edge of the village, mean that sunbathing spots are easily accessible.

Accommodation in Marsalforn

• We offer two standards of Self Catering Apartments, each of which are available with one, two or three bedrooms. (Prices are based on two people per bedroom).
• We offer the 3* Beach View Hotel, which has recently re-opened after extensive refurbishment. This small 19 room hotel is located on the sea front, overlooking Marsalforn Bay.
• We offer the 4* Calypso Hotel, which was completely renovated during 2003, and is ideally situated right on the front of Marsalforn Bay, with outstanding sea views from the 'sea view' rooms and roof terrace.

Right: Marsalforn Bay. This would be the view from the roof of the Calypso Hotel.

Self Catering Apartments

If you would like the flexibility of staying in a self catering apartment, we have a wide range of one, two & three bedroom apartments, all no more than five minutes walk from our dive centre and Marsalforn sea front. Shops, restaurants and other amenities are close by.

All apartments are modern, built to a high standard, well maintained and serviced. They are fully equipped, insured and Government licensed. A 'welcome food pack' will await your arrival, containing water, tea, coffee, sugar, milk, bread, butter, ham and cheese.

We offer two grades of apartment, standard and superior. The higher grade apartments are equipped to a higher standard and offer a greater level of comfort. Some superior flats are in blocks with a lift. Baby cots are available free of charge on request.

Above & below: An example of the interior of our self catering apartments in Marsalforn - Gozo.

Below: All apartments have a fully equipped kitchen.

We are unable to confirm or request specific apartments. Our agent uses approx. 20 different apartments, all of which are officially licensed and we only use the best apartments. The photos here represent apartments used most commonly.

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Beach View Hotel

The 3-star 'Beach View Hotel' recently opened after undergoing an extensive refurbishment during 2006. This property was previously called 'Il Plajja'.

The hotel is located on the sea front, overlooking the beautiful bay of Marsalforn. All the shops, restaurants, cafes and bars that line the front of Marsalforn Bay are just seconds away.

The two dive centres that we use in Marsalforn are both less than 5 minutes walk from the hotel.

The Beach View Hotel has 19 rooms situated over 3 floors. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom, balcony, air-conditioning and offer a high standard of cleanliness, comfort and service. Other standard room facilities include TV/radio, telephone and hair-dryer.

In the summer a roof-terrace bar operates with good views over Marsalforn Bay. There is also a ground floor restuarant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Calypso Hotel

The 4-star Calypso Hotel underwent an extensive rebuild and renovation during 2003. Freshly designed, the hotel guest rooms are situated on four floors with the rooms enjoying breathtaking views of the open seas, Marsalforn bay and the countryside.

The 100 guest rooms and suites all have en-suite bathroom, balcony, TV / radio, telephone, fridge bar, ceiling fan, air-conditioning and hairdryer. All guest rooms are accessible by two passenger lifts.

The hotel caters for all tastes and has a number of different restaurants and bars (some are only open during the busier summer months):

- LA PERLA is the main restaurant and provides both international cuisine and traditional mouth watering Maltese food that will give you a true feel of what life in Gozo is all about.
- DRAGON CHINESE Restaurant opens daily for lunch and dinner.
- CAFFINO cafe is situated at harbour level offers views across the beach and the rest of Marsalforn Bay. This cafe serves a variety of light meals and delicious Pizzas, as well as drinks, pastries and ice-creams.
- LUCE D'ORO RESTAURANT is on the roof terrace overlooking Marsalforn Bay, and is open from 16 June thru to 15 October. The Mediterranean dishes served in this tranquil and elegant setting will be sure to meet with anyone's tastes.
If you wish to eat out, there is plenty of choice as you are just a stone throw from a number of bars and restaurants on the sea front.
- SUNSET BAR is the ideal place to enjoy an evening drink or sundowner cocktail. Live music or open-air buffet dinners are sometimes available during the summer months.

Facilities at the Calypso include a roof top swimming pool, with large sun terrace and bar/restaurant providing great views over the bay and surrounding countryside. (Bar open from 01 April thru to 31 October). Sports activities are a feature of the Hotel Calypso. Take out a wind surfer or go sailing and enjoy the breeze in your hair. Or perhaps a game of tennis or squash.

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