What is the water and sand quality of the Golden Bay?

The coastline of Golden Bay is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Golden Bay?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Golden Bay has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Golden Bay is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Golden Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Golden Bay does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Golden Bay for swimming is positive.

Is the Golden Bay good for families?

Yes, the Golden Bay is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Golden Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Golden Bay?

Golden Bay can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Families with children </li><li>Senior people</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Golden Bay?

The bar is located right on the Golden Bay.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Munchies Golden Bay - Spiaggia D'Oro is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Golden Bay?

There are 885 places to stay in the Golden Bay area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Golden Bay include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2574331&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Zammitella</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1961551&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The 1930's Maltese Residence</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6775296&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ta lonza Amazing new app near GoldenBay RivieraBay App no1</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2338957&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Blue Harbour 2 bedroom Seafront Apartments with stunning seaviews - by Getawaysmalta</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2221349&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Water's Edge Apartment</a></li></ul>

How far is the Golden Bay from parking?

The Golden Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Golden Bay?

There are 4 attractions near Golden Bay that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Il-Majjistral Nature & History Park located in 0.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Golden Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Golden Bay is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 16°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Golden Bay (Malta island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

Photo of Golden Bay with bright sand surface

Photo of Golden Bay with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Golden Bay with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Golden Bay surrounded by mountains

Golden Bay

Mellieħa, Malta

8.9

#2 out of 51 in Manikata 28

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Manikata • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Gnien Anton Buttigieg

5.3km

Playground Kennedy Grove

6.7km

Playground Pjazza San Pawl Playground

7.4km

Hiking Area Blata il-Bajda

5.7km

Park Salina National Park

6.7km

Park Bird Park Malta

6.7km

Restaurant Munchies Golden Bay - Spiaggia D'Oro

8.4 - Very good 60m

Bar Pebbles Beach Bar

8.2 - Very good 60m

Restaurant Apple's Eye Restaurant

8 - Very good 120m

Cafe Mokka - Radisson Golden Bay

8.8 - Excellent 130m

Restaurant Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands

9.2 - Excellent 150m

Cafe Coffee Circus

10 - Exceptional 320m

Cafe Riviera Martinique

8.4 - Very good 350m

Bar Singita Miracle Beach

350m

Cafe Clivens house

6.4 - Pleasant 1.1km

Supermarket SPAR St. Paul's Bay

5.3km

Supermarket Lidl

6km

Supermarket Piscopo's Cash & Carry

6.1km

Supermarket EuroSaver Supermarket

6.1km

Supermarket SPAR Bugibba

6.3km

Supermarket Tasty Green

6.4km

Ice Cream Shop SOTTOZERO - The Gelato Factory - Bugibba

9.4 - Excellent 6.4km

Supermarket A&Z Mini Market

6.6km

Supermarket Scooby's Grocery Store

6.7km

Tourist Attraction Il-Majjistral Nature & History Park

9.2 - Excellent 460m

Tourist Attraction Għajn Tuffieħa Bay

510m

Tourist Attraction Sailing Charters Malta

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Church Parish Church of Mellieha

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Start of Xemxija Hill Heritage Walk

9.2 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Mellieha Bay

3.7km

Tourist Attraction WWII Beach Post - Ta' l-Imgharqa

9.4 - Excellent 4.9km

Tourist Attraction Għajn Ħadid Tower

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Tourist Attraction Mistra Battery

8.6 - Excellent 5.2km

Amusement Center Popeye Village

2.9km

Aquarium Malta National Aquarium

7.5km

Historical Landmark The Red Tower

4.4km

Historical Landmark Mdina Gate

7.5km

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About

Golden Bay is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 2th place out of 51 beaches in the Malta region 15.8 km away from its center, the city of Valletta. It is one of the beaches of Manikata settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +26 ^o C

Air temperature

3.9 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Manikata • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Gnien Anton Buttigieg

5.3km

Playground Kennedy Grove

6.7km

Playground Pjazza San Pawl Playground

7.4km

Hiking Area Blata il-Bajda

5.7km

Park Salina National Park

6.7km

Park Bird Park Malta

6.7km

Restaurant Munchies Golden Bay - Spiaggia D'Oro

8.4 - Very good 60m

Bar Pebbles Beach Bar

8.2 - Very good 60m

Restaurant Apple's Eye Restaurant

8 - Very good 120m

Cafe Mokka - Radisson Golden Bay

8.8 - Excellent 130m

Restaurant Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands

9.2 - Excellent 150m

Cafe Coffee Circus

10 - Exceptional 320m

Cafe Riviera Martinique

8.4 - Very good 350m

Bar Singita Miracle Beach

350m

Cafe Clivens house

6.4 - Pleasant 1.1km

Supermarket SPAR St. Paul's Bay

5.3km

Supermarket Lidl

6km

Supermarket Piscopo's Cash & Carry

6.1km

Supermarket EuroSaver Supermarket

6.1km

Supermarket SPAR Bugibba

6.3km

Supermarket Tasty Green

6.4km

Ice Cream Shop SOTTOZERO - The Gelato Factory - Bugibba

9.4 - Excellent 6.4km

Supermarket A&Z Mini Market

6.6km

Supermarket Scooby's Grocery Store

6.7km

Tourist Attraction Il-Majjistral Nature & History Park

9.2 - Excellent 460m

Tourist Attraction Għajn Tuffieħa Bay

510m

Tourist Attraction Sailing Charters Malta

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Church Parish Church of Mellieha

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Start of Xemxija Hill Heritage Walk

9.2 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Mellieha Bay

3.7km

Tourist Attraction WWII Beach Post - Ta' l-Imgharqa

9.4 - Excellent 4.9km

Tourist Attraction Għajn Ħadid Tower

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Tourist Attraction Mistra Battery

8.6 - Excellent 5.2km

Amusement Center Popeye Village

2.9km

Aquarium Malta National Aquarium

7.5km

Historical Landmark The Red Tower

4.4km

Historical Landmark Mdina Gate

7.5km

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Located at nearest locality

Manikata • 3.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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520m 7 min walk

Riviera Beach

8.1 Very good

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Morina Bay

5.9 Pleasant

1.5km 20 min walk

Gnejna Beach

8.4 Very good

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Fomm ir-Rih Beach

6.2 Pleasant

4km

Ghadira Bay

8.5 Excellent

4.4km

Fekruna Beach

6.2 Pleasant

5.1km

Imgiebah Bay

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Manikata • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Valletta • 15.8km

Transport

Airport

JCO • 9.3km

Bus Station

Ghajn Tuffieha Bus Terminus • 240m

Train Station

Pozzallo • 99.7km

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8.9 Excellent

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8.9 Excellent

Iris Chaos

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning with its sand. During my visit in February, it was pleasantly uncrowded and there was ample parking available up the hill.

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Lila Nguyen

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is a great spot with a lovely expanse of golden sand.

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Nghi Le.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This place is absolutely amazing. The water has a stunning color, the sand is beautiful, and the breeze is very pleasant. If you venture behind the beach, you'll find another beach and a rock that are worth checking out. And, for those in need, there is a free restroom available at Golden Bay Beach.

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Max R.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is quite spacious and boasts of golden sand.

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Vogt-Skarns

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

4 Frustrating

The beach for tourists is quite noisy and dirty. However, it should be noted that the sand is a beautiful golden color.

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Golden Bay

Mellieħa, Malta

Playground Gnien Anton Buttigieg

Playground Kennedy Grove

Playground Pjazza San Pawl Playground

Hiking Area Blata il-Bajda

Park Salina National Park

Park Bird Park Malta

Restaurant Munchies Golden Bay - Spiaggia D'Oro

Bar Pebbles Beach Bar

Restaurant Apple's Eye Restaurant

Cafe Mokka - Radisson Golden Bay

Restaurant Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands

Cafe Coffee Circus

Cafe Riviera Martinique

Bar Singita Miracle Beach

Cafe Clivens house

Supermarket SPAR St. Paul's Bay

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Piscopo's Cash & Carry

Supermarket EuroSaver Supermarket

Supermarket SPAR Bugibba

Supermarket Tasty Green

Ice Cream Shop SOTTOZERO - The Gelato Factory - Bugibba

Supermarket A&Z Mini Market

Supermarket Scooby's Grocery Store

Tourist Attraction Il-Majjistral Nature & History Park

Tourist Attraction Għajn Tuffieħa Bay

Tourist Attraction Sailing Charters Malta

Church Parish Church of Mellieha

Tourist Attraction Start of Xemxija Hill Heritage Walk

Tourist Attraction Mellieha Bay

Tourist Attraction WWII Beach Post - Ta' l-Imgharqa

Tourist Attraction Għajn Ħadid Tower

Tourist Attraction Mistra Battery

Amusement Center Popeye Village

Aquarium Malta National Aquarium

Historical Landmark The Red Tower

Historical Landmark Mdina Gate

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Manikata, ,

Playground Gnien Anton Buttigieg

Playground Kennedy Grove

Playground Pjazza San Pawl Playground

Hiking Area Blata il-Bajda

Park Salina National Park

Park Bird Park Malta

Restaurant Munchies Golden Bay - Spiaggia D'Oro

Bar Pebbles Beach Bar

Restaurant Apple's Eye Restaurant

Cafe Mokka - Radisson Golden Bay

Restaurant Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands

Cafe Coffee Circus

Cafe Riviera Martinique

Bar Singita Miracle Beach

Cafe Clivens house

Supermarket SPAR St. Paul's Bay

Supermarket Lidl

Supermarket Piscopo's Cash & Carry

Supermarket EuroSaver Supermarket

Supermarket SPAR Bugibba

Supermarket Tasty Green

Ice Cream Shop SOTTOZERO - The Gelato Factory - Bugibba

Supermarket A&Z Mini Market

Supermarket Scooby's Grocery Store

Tourist Attraction Il-Majjistral Nature & History Park

Tourist Attraction Għajn Tuffieħa Bay

Tourist Attraction Sailing Charters Malta

Church Parish Church of Mellieha

Tourist Attraction Start of Xemxija Hill Heritage Walk

Tourist Attraction Mellieha Bay

Tourist Attraction WWII Beach Post - Ta' l-Imgharqa

Tourist Attraction Għajn Ħadid Tower

Tourist Attraction Mistra Battery

Amusement Center Popeye Village

Aquarium Malta National Aquarium

Historical Landmark The Red Tower

Historical Landmark Mdina Gate

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