Staying with local host families in Malta allows you to live like a local and fully immerse yourself in the island’s unique culture and lifestyle. With a variety of rooms available for both short—and long-term stays, we offer great value for students, allowing you to focus on making the most of your experience in Malta.
Room type
Single / Twin
Bathroom
Shared
Board status
Bed & Breakfast / Half Board
Available
Year-round
Arrival and departure
Saturday/Saturday
Host families are all within easy reach of EC Malta, either using public transport or within walking distance. Homestay locations include, but are not limited to, St Julian’s, Sliema, Swieqi, San Gwann, St Andrew’s, Ta’ Xbiex, Gzira, Msida, and Pembroke.
When choosing to stay with a homestay, students have the unique opportunity to share and experience the day-to-day life of an English-speaking Maltese family and the diversity of the local culture.
While staying with a host family, students will have access to communal rooms such as the lounge, dining area, and kitchen; however, please note that students cannot use kitchen facilities. Bathrooms are shared with the host family. When private bathroom options are booked, they can either be en-suite to the bedroom or located outside the bedroom; however, these facilities will be for the student’s sole use during their stay.
Housing
Homestays in Malta offer mixed-gender accommodation with access to shared spaces such as the lounge, kitchen, and dining room. Bathrooms are typically shared with the household.
Room Options
Students can choose between single and twin rooms. In twin rooms, students share with a student of a different nationality (not guaranteed) or with a friend.
Each room will provide the student with storage space for clothes, a chair and desk (if not in the bedroom, students will be able to use a designated area for studying), good lighting, a mirror, and a wastepaper bin.
Laundry
The host family provides bed linen and towels and will also offer students one clothes wash per week; anything extra is at the discretion of the host family.
WiFi
Internet access is included, and phone usage is restricted to incoming calls only.
Journey to school
Our homestays are typically 15 minutes to 45 minutes bus ride from school. Students use public transport or walk to school. Times are approximate.
Host Family Locations
Homestays are in different areas of the city.
Arrival and Departure
Available: Year-round
Arrival day: Saturday
Departure day: Saturday
Contact
Emergency number: +356 9946 7078
*Images are for representation purpose only. Actual furnishings may differ from those shown. Amenities and services are subject to change.
Arrival transfers are free of charge when students book accommodation with EC.
If you have problems and cannot contact your driver then please call the EC emergency number on +356 9946 7078 (for use outside of office hours only).
For more accommodation terms and conditions please refer to EC accommodation policy.
Students cancelling or postponing fewer than 14 days before arrival will be charged a two-week accommodation fee at the standard accommodation rate and the accommodation placement fee.
Students leaving their accommodation must give written notice four weeks before termination. After deducting the price of accommodation used, including the required notice period, charged at standard accommodation rates, students will be refunded the remaining accommodation costs. If the four-week notice period is not provided, a cancellation fee equal to four weeks of the accommodation cost will apply.
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When you study in Malta with EC, you can choose from two main types of accommodation: homestays with local families or student residences. Homestays offer a cultural experience with friendly hosts in nearby neighbourhoods, giving you a chance to practice English outside the classroom. Our student residences provide a social setting with fellow students and are also close to the school in St. Julian’s. Each option offers a comfortable and convenient stay with easy access to EC Malta, so you can focus on enjoying your course and your time on the island.
The best place to stay in Malta depends on what you’re looking for, but EC Malta offers accommodation options in various locations, all within convenient reach of our school in St. Julian’s. Our homestays are an excellent option for those who enjoy a local experience. Host families are located in areas with easy access to the school, whether by public transport or on foot. Homestay areas include St. Julian’s, Sliema, Swieqi, San Gwann, St. Andrew’s, Ta’ Xbiex, Gzira, Msida, and Pembroke. With Malta’s efficient public transport system, commuting from any of these areas to EC Malta is straightforward, with short travel times that make getting to your classes easy and convenient.
When you book an English course in Malta with EC, you have the option to book accommodation too, either in a homestay or a residence. You can only book accommodation with a course and only for the length of your course. It is best to book your course and accommodation as soon as possible because demand for our accommodation, especially in summer, is high and places are limited. While you are welcome to find your own accommodation, please be aware that securing short-term rentals in Malta during the summer can be challenging. There are many hotels near the school; however, they tend to be quite expensive, especially in peak season.
