Because letās be honest: cocktails just taste better when youāre sipping them 20 floors up with a view that makes your Instagram followers jealous. Malta isnāt short on jaw-dropping rooftops ā from Vallettaās historic skyline to St Julianās neon-lit bay ā and weāve rounded up the best of the best. Whether youāre in the mood for boujee bubbles, Asian-inspired bites, or that āgolden hour glow-up,ā these rooftop bars bring the vibes, the views, and the vibes (yes, we said vibes twice because itās that important).

1) The Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge, Valletta
Vibe: Chic, sunset-sprinkled elegance.
Why we love it: Set high above Strait Street, this is the kind of spot that makes you want to twirl your glass and pretend youāre in a Netflix drama. The amber glow of Vallettaās domes at dusk? Unreal.

Best time to go: Golden hour. Trust us.
Signature sip: A Negroni, simple and sophisticated.
š The Rooftop, Embassy Valletta Hotel
š +356 2016 9818
2) Over Grain, Rosselli AX Privilege, Valletta
Vibe: Luxe terrace above a 17th-century palazzo.
Why we love it: Inventive cocktails, twinkling city views, and that subtle āIām an art collector nowā energy.

Best time to go: Evenings, TuesdayāSaturday.
Signature sip: Something citrus-forward and Instagrammable.
š Over Grain
š +356 2235 4167
3) SKYBEACH, InterContinental Malta, St Julianās
Vibe: Infinity pool by day, glamorous lounge by night.
Why we love it: Panoramic sea views, sushi platters, and a vibe that screams āMalta, but make it resort-chic.ā

Best time to go: Late afternoon to catch both the sun and the sparkle.
Signature sip: Champagne, darling. Always champagne.
š SKYBEACH
š +356 7955 4123
4) Infinity by Hugoās, St Julianās
Vibe: High-energy rooftop pool, champagne on tap, and more sequins than your last NYE.
Why we love it: Itās extra in the best possible way ā 65-foot pool, retractable roof, DJs, hot tubs, and that āletās not go homeā buzz.

Best time to go: Weekend sunset for max energy.
Signature sip: A tall Aperol spritz to match your playlist.
š Infinity by Hugoās
š +356 2016 2410
5) TemptAsian & Lounge 360, AX The Palace, Sliema
Vibe: Date-night perfection with skyline romance.
Why we love it: Start with cocktails at Lounge 360 (hello, poolside selfies), then dive into Asian fusion flavours at TemptAsian. Itās an experience in two acts.

Best time to go: Sunset for cocktails, then straight into dinner.
Signature sip: Yuzu martini or anything with ginger.
š TemptAsian
š +356 2133 3444
6) TwentyTwo, Portomaso Business Tower, St Julianās
Vibe: Iconic late-night lounge with full-glam energy.
Why we love it: On Level 22, itās literally the highest nightlife spot on the island. Floor-to-ceiling windows, DJ beats, and that āIām living my best lifeā vibe.

Best time to go: After 22:00 on weekends.
Signature sip: Martini, because itās that kind of bar.
š TwentyTwo on Instagram
š +356 2310 2222
7) Radio Rooftop, Mercury Tower, St Julianās
Vibe: Futuristic chic inside Zaha Hadidās architectural masterpiece.
Why we love it: Perched on Level 20, this rooftop is Maltaās latest must-sip, must-snap bar. Think 360° panoramas, DJ-curated beats, and cocktails that double as art pieces. If you want to say you were āliterally on top of Malta,ā this is the place.

Best time to go: Golden hour straight into neon night.
Signature sip: One of their bold, globally inspired cocktails ā go adventurous.
š Radio Rooftop Malta
š [email protected]
Rooftop hacks (so you look like you belong there)
- Book ahead ā prime tables vanish fast.
- Dress smart-casual ā Malta rooftops are stylish but not snobby.
- Arrive early ā golden hour is prime time for photos.
- Check seasonality ā some pools and rooftops close off-season.