Gardenia, 29 Maqsab, MSK3160 Marsaskala, Malta
#86 of 144 Holiday rentals in Marsaskala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 13 apartment reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Location
8.9
Facilities
7.7
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.7
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Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Adriana
RomaniaIt was very hot in the apartment and the AC in the living room did not work properly. The one in the bedroom was very good. You cannot use the terrace during the day because it is very sunny and hot and there is no cover/umbrella nothing. The apartment is at the last floor so you have sun all day long. Even if you need to place a deposit, they don t even leave you garbage bags (and expect you to sort it). They left no shower gel, almost no hand soap/dish washer etc. we had to buy everything (we even bought tablets for the dishwasher, but when wanting to turn it on, it did not have salt and liquid in it - so we couldn t use it. The big fridge was not working, but had a small one instead which was very dirty and they had to come and clean. The apartment has a lot of rules, requires a guarantee…acts like a hilton but it s rather a basic accommodation. Price was ok but I wouldn t go back. It is a pity because the apartment is nice, but the administration of it and the care to customers can be improved
The apartment is very nice, big with a lot of space, an amazing terrace, walking distance to the beach nearby
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 December 2024
Dan
RomaniaSlow internet for remote working: 30mbps download /1.5mpbs upload and a couple of interruptions. Elevator engine/mechanism against the bed wall with an unbelievable loud noise. Luckily only 1apartment/floor elevator is not often used. Terrace huge glass doors makes livingroom a solarium in November!!! and drapes cant fight efective the heat as would some mirror protection film glued/applied on them. Shower heater small capacity cannot be used for 2 consecutive showers. Building entrance has a good set of stairs you need to climb with your luggages.
Close by supermarkets. Large terrace with great view to the sea.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2024
Karenjp
United KingdomLeft hand terrace door lock was broken so couldn’t secure the apartment. Mattress was too soft for me. There was a flat sheet on the mattress which meant the bed had to be remade every day, a fitted sheet would make it much more comfortable. Plenty of storage space in the bedroom. There’s a pod coffee machine, but only 2 pods were left for us. We bought a jar of coffee. There were curtains on the large terrace windows, but they didn’t close fully. Felt a bit “goldfish” as the opposite apartment could see right into ours. No local information. I know most people use the internet, but bus routes, supermarkets and restaurant recommendations would be nice - at least a starting point.
Large terrace and lift to the property. Shower was great. Location was fairly quiet, 10-15 minute walk either into town or down to the bay for drinks and meals. Views were great except for the unfinished hotel on the waterside. Local supermarket a 5 minute walk, with a good selection of groceries. Efficient and fairly quiet washing machine. Netflix available, but no local tv station. We always found a parking space either outside or on the next street, but it might be different in high season.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2022
Julia
CanadaThe deck needs a big sturdy umbrella. It is otherwise too hot to enjoy the deck during the day. The only way to make coffee was with coffee pods. None were supplied and were not available nearby. It took the host a couple of days to reply to my concerns while I was staying there.
Loved the large deck. Very clean suite.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 20 June 2025
Gunita
LatviaOn arrival day we were told that check in is gonna be 2 hour later cause cleaning is gonna take longer time. No wonder.. i added photos of the walls and dirty coach. They try to hide dirty coach with yellow blanket. Not sure if they tried to wash something off the walls or what. Sended the pics them at the moment i stepped my foot in their property. At the end they were giving me headache about my damage deposit, trying to persue me to pay even more money about some hairdryer i did not used, and did not wanted to give back my damage deposit! I told them i will put these pics in review, so they sended me my damage deposit money back, cause i did not break anything or damaged anything. I still think they owe me an moral compensation and all of you should still see this!! There was a storm - terrace doors leeking a bit, showers doors leeking as well. In strong wind you can hear all the wind going through the flat. Also it says no pets allowed on properties- there was a dog in other their apartment - small one - barking a lot , so annoying and disturbing our relaxation. In the end they were happy to play with my nerves for more than 2 weeks about my damage deposit.
Large terrace, there is a lift. Nice kitchen. Big space. Quiet neighbourhood, good location for calm relaxing holiday.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Barbara
United KingdomMattress / pillows was t that comfortable
Location was great. Amenities good
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 25 April 2025
Fiona
United KingdomOutside space and views.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Graham
United KingdomVery sparse facilities provided. No salt, pepper, sugar, oil. Only 3 dishwasher/washing machine tablets for 2 weeks. Only 2 coffee pods and nowhere local to buy. No sun umbrella provided zero shade on terrace. Only one set of keys provided caused fire escape hazard due to faulty front door lock. Problem failed to be resolved during stay.
Good location, large balcony, nice apartment.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Anne
United KingdomTo be notified that my deposit has been returned as I left the flat as clean as I found it, stripped the beds et cetera et cetera Didn’t like the fact that I had to wash sheets and towels as there was no spare ones and nobody delivered anything fresh in the two weeks that we were there. Also there was things missing in the kitchen which I thought was unnecessary not to have I don’t mind using the washing machine, so I washed my sheets five times and my towels every other day as we’ve been on the beach and had two showers a day
There was no breakfast the location as you stood on the patio to your left. You can see the sea which was lovely, but in front of you to the left was an old hotel that was redundant, not the greatest view
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 April 2025
Alison
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Mario
MaltaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Ben
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
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