Introduction to the area:
Bugibba are Qawra are localities of St. Paul's Bay. This area is Malta's largest seaside resort and it is located on the Northern coast, about 11 miles from the capital city of Valletta and 12 miles from the airport. This area is very popular with tourists and quite busy and bustling during the summer months. There are lots of restaurants, bars and cafes close by, so if you are looking for a more lively holiday in Malta or Gozo, then the St. Paul's Bay area of Malta is probably for you. The coastline promenade provides an easy walk from St Paul's Bay all the way to Qawra Point, with its tower and views over Salina Bay.

Brief History: St Paul's Bay started life as a small fishing village and it's name refers to the shipwreck of Saint Paul, as tradition says that the Apostle was shipwrecked on the islands situated in the entrance to St Paul's Bay, now known as St Paul's Isles. The parish church, built in 1617, was carefully restored after suffering heavy damage in World War II. Nearby is the Wignacourt Tower built in 1610 during the reign of Grand Master Alof de Wignacourt. It served as Malta's northern-most defensive outpost until fort St. Agatha was built in Mellieha in 1649. Today, it houses a small museum dedicated to Malta's rich military-architectural heritage.

Standard Rooms. All the 148 hotel standard rooms have: Balconies, Central Heating / Air-conditioning En suite bath and shower, Cable TV with pay TV options, Mini bar, Radio, Laundry facilities, Full size mirror, Hair dryer.

Right & Below: Standard Room at Santana Hotel.

Superior Rooms. All the 43 Superior rooms, which were refurbished in January 2001 convey a distinct superior feeling, Additional space plus the added amenities are the main characteristics of all superior rooms.

Right: Superior Room.

Junior suites. Junior suites are divided, by means of a traditional Maltese archway, into two areas: the bedroom and the living area. For additional comfort the bedroom area offers a double wardrobe space.

Right: Junior Suite.

Restaurants & Bars

The Moire Restaurant. Elegant and yet informal, The Moire' is the main Hotel restaurant, with a seating capacity of approximately 300 persons. This restaurant was refurbished in January 2000.
Trattoria Calico. For those preferring a more personal style of service, the Trattoria Calico, which is open daily in the evening, is an alternative dining facility to all our hotel guests. Traditional Italian foods.
The Lacey's Pub. Certainly a drinking hole with a difference! The Lacey's Pub features a maritime theme, and an antique 13 metre long rowing boat adorns the ceiling.
Algadon 24 Hour Internet Cafeteria. This outlet is an informal yet smart and comfortable facility.

This Egyptian theemed facility comprises a heated indoor pool, 2 whirlpools, fitness room, sauna, hydrotherapy bath, a massage room and a beauty treatment salon. These facilities are ideal especially for clients seeking those relaxing winter breaks, especially since the outlet is open for over fourteen hours.

The health and beauty salon is manned six days a week by fully qualified personnel who offer over 80 different services ranging from slimming treatments, algae baths, mud wraps, acupuncture, to simple make up. Massage facilities which are catered for in the outlets massage room, by no less then four different qualified masseuses, also offer this facility in the outdoor pool area during the peak summer season.

Above: Standard two bedroom apartment.

The Sands Self Catering Apartments are operated by Maltaqua and are located just two minutes walk from the Dive Centre. They are ideally situated just off the main road through St. Paul's Bay and were planned from the outset to satisfy the discerning tourist. Just on the edge of town, they offer some good views over the countryside but are also just five minutes walk from the lights & sights of St. Paul's Bay.

The apartments have a flight of stairs to the first floor and a lift from there to the remaining floors. For the convenience of divers, there is a room in the basement to wash and store equipment. The rooms have recently been refurbished and they feature individual air-conditioning/heating controls in each apartment.

Note: these apartments are only available to divers making a diving booking with Maltaqua Dive Centre, as they are owned by Maltaqua.

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