Hidden Gem Beaches in Malta and Gozo
We rank the 8 hidden gem beaches in Malta and Gozo. San Blas Bay (Malta) comes first with 4.5 / 5, followed by St Peter's Pool, Wied il-Ghasri, Gozo.
The sea reaches about 24 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 2 of the 8 have easy access, and 8 are hidden gems.
1San Blas Bay
Nadur, Gozo, Malta · 4.5 / 5 · Challenging access · about 25 °CA secluded cove below Nadur on Gozo that can only be reached on foot or by quad down a steep, rough road.
2St Peter's Pool
Marsaxlokk, Malta · 4.5 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA natural rock pool on the Delimara peninsula, with clear water, pale limestone ledges and no sand.
3Wied il-Ghasri, Gozo
Gharb, Gozo · 4.5 / 5 · Moderate access · about 25 °CWied il-Ghasri is a narrow inlet cut into the cliffs on the north-west coast of Gozo, reached by steps down the gorge.
4Fomm ir-Rih Bay
Mgarr, Malta · 4.4 / 5 · Challenging access · about 23 °CA remote pebble bay at the foot of steep cliffs on the west coast of Malta, with a rugged setting and no development.
5Ghar Lapsi, Siggiewi
Siggiewi, Malta · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CGhar Lapsi is a small rocky inlet on the south-west coast of Malta near Siggiewi, with ladders and flat rock platforms for swimming and no sand.
6Mgarr ix-Xini
Gozo, Malta · 4.4 / 5 · Moderate access · about 24 °CA narrow, sheltered inlet on the south coast of Gozo with a small pebble beach, clear water and a historic watchtower above.
7Xlendi Bay, Gozo
Xlendi, Gozo, Malta · 4.4 / 5 · Easy access · about 26 °CXlendi is a narrow bay on the south-west coast of Gozo, with steep golden cliffs on both sides and a small beach at the head.
8Imgiebah Bay
Selmun, Malta · 4.3 / 5 · Moderate access · about 23 °CA small sandy bay on the north coast of Malta, reached by a path down from Selmun, with clear water and rocky headlands.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Blas Bay | Malta | 4.5 | 25 °C | June–September | Challenging |
| 2 | St Peter's Pool | Malta | 4.5 | 24 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 3 | Wied il-Ghasri, Gozo | Malta | 4.5 | 25 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 4 | Fomm ir-Rih Bay | Malta | 4.4 | 23 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 5 | Ghar Lapsi, Siggiewi | Malta | 4.4 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Mgarr ix-Xini | Malta | 4.4 | 24 °C | May–October | Moderate |
| 7 | Xlendi Bay, Gozo | Malta | 4.4 | 26 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 8 | Imgiebah Bay | Malta | 4.3 | 23 °C | May–October | Moderate |
How we picked these beaches
Included when we flag the beach as a hidden gem, meaning it is quieter than the headline beaches nearby, then ranked by editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated hidden gem beaches in Malta and Gozo?
Our top three are San Blas Bay (4.5 out of 5), St Peter's Pool (4.5 out of 5), Wied il-Ghasri, Gozo (4.5 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 24 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Ghar Lapsi, Siggiewi, Xlendi Bay, Gozo have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.