Exciting developments for Malta’s hospitality industry! International hotel group Meliá Hotels International has announced an ambitious expansion across the Maltese Islands, in partnership with the local Agius Group through its hospitality division, Blue Clay Collection.
Originally announced in January 2026, the expansion includes nine new hotels across Malta and Gozo, introducing a diverse collection of luxury boutique properties, contemporary lifestyle hotels and international hospitality concepts.
The development brings several of Meliá’s renowned brands to the islands, including The Meliá Collection, INNSiDE by Meliá, Affiliated by Meliá and Meliá Hotels & Resorts. New properties include beautifully restored historic buildings in Valletta and Gozo, alongside modern hotels in popular destinations such as Buġibba and St. Julian’s.
Among the latest additions are INNSiDE by Meliá Buġibba, featuring 86 contemporary rooms and a rooftop swimming pool, and two charming boutique properties in Gozo: Casa Azure in San Lawrenz and Palazzo Giuseppe in Victoria.
The expansion also includes plans for a 300-room Meliá hotel in St. Julian’s, together with further boutique properties in traditional Gozitan villages.
With several hotels also expected to offer dedicated meeting and event facilities, this exciting investment will create new opportunities for corporate groups, incentive programmes and luxury travellers, further strengthening Malta and Gozo’s position as leading Mediterranean destinations for business and leisure tourism.
