As your wedding photographer I want to make your life easier. I have experienced a vast number of wedding locations and wanted to share with you the best venues and locations here in Malta for your wedding day.
Whether you are more interested in a farmhouse wedding venue or a beach wedding venue in Malta, I have compiled the list which should serve as an ultimate guide to reception locations in Malta.
The selection includes both budget venue options as well more elaborate wedding venues to ensure that all type of wedding packages are covered.
Razzett l-Abjad
Ir-Razzett L-Abjad, set in the heart of Malta, is a typical Maltese farmhouse and is perfect for a couple looking for a traditional Maltese culture within their wedding. This 200-year-old building is abundant in character and tradition with a reception area that is cut in rock and which formed part of the original stables.
Casino Maltese
The Casino Maltese is a Grade I listed building in Valletta. The building has a number of interconnected reception halls on the first floor which provide a prestigious setting for any occasion. The available rooms include the elaborate Ballroom as well as the elegantly decorated Presidents hall, the Princess Room and the Dining Room.
Palazzo Parisio
Palazzo Parisio is located in Naxxar and used to be a hunting lodge built in 1733 by Paolo Parisio. The palace includes a glamorous Ballroom, a grand stairway and beautiful gardens which enable this place to be a very elegant location for a wedding day.
Sheer Bastion
The Sheer Bastion in Senglea provides unparalleled panoramic views from the historic waters-edge building of the Grand Harbour and Birgu City give way to stunning sunsets, exquisite firework displays and illuminated views of the cities.
Giardini Lambrosa
Giardini Lambrosa is a modern venue which has been newly built on the outskirts of Mdina. Set near the amazing surroundings of the open countryside and just under the Mdina skyline, the venue has spacious indoor and outdoor facilities for wedding receptions.
Chateau Buskett
Chateau Buskett enjoys unique location set in the heart of the beautiful Buskett Gardens, with the majestic backdrop of the Verdala Palace. This versatile venue has a variety of indoor and outdoor areas to choose from to accommodate weddings and events of all types and size.
Olive Gardens
The well-groomed gardens, charming pool area and stunning views of Mdina, offer an unparalleled uniqueness of Olive Gardens. Furthermore, the venue’s versatility provides for various set-ups which include receptions and seated dinners, both indoors and outdoors.
GARDEN OF EDEN HALLS (EDEN LODGE)
Situated just outside the vilage of Zurrieq and immersed in typical Maltese countryside, Eden Lodge is proudly situated on one of the highest hills in Malta, with breath-taking views of the sea, nearby villages and Wied Babu valley below.
The Victoria Hotel
AX The Victoria Hotel presents a high quality 4-star accommodation. This hotel is indeed special because of its location in the heart of Sliema. The style of the AX The Victoria Hotel can be defined as being modern but in the same time also true to an original Victorian style, that previously dominated the Sliema area.
The Phoenicia
The Phoenicia, is an iconic hotel which is surrounded by gorgeous landscaped gardens and located just outside the vibrant capital of Valletta on the edge of the city’s 16th Century bastions. The Phoenicia is as a national treasure and has a variety of classically refined interiors, alongside fresh outdoor spaces.
Xara lodge
Xara lodge is a large estate area which covers 5780m² and offers a mix of interconnecting indoor and outdoor locations of varying sizes. It is located in Rabat, close to traditional Maltese countryside hunting estate.
Mediterranean Conf. Centre
The Mediterranean Conference Centre (MCC) is located towards the tip of Valletta peninsula and has magnificent views across the Grand Harbour. The MCC was built as a hospital in the 16th century by the Order of St. John and is now a conference centre.
Montekristo Estate
Montekristo Estate operates a selection of flexible, becoming venues that are able to host and accommodate a wide range of functions and activities in its attractive and unusual surroundings. The Estate boasts of no less than ten singular indoor and outdoor venues, all of which ooze individual charm and charisma.
L-Arka ta’ Noe is located in the outskirts of Siggiewi and is only 15minutes away from the Malta International Airport. Apart from the vast range of animals that the park has to offer, one will also enjoy the numerous amount of trees and greenery.
Limestone Heritage
Located in the traditional Maltese village of Siggiewi, this venue has vast grounds which offer a variety of possibilities - both indoor and outdoor. The location has a remarkable thirty foot waterfall and also large park grounds which can easily host a ceremony or a reception.
Castello Zamittello
Castello Zamittello was built by a wealthy Baron Bernardo Zamitt, and is a unique castle that lies on the outskirts of a country village of Mgarr, on the way to Gnejna Bay. The castle is now set in lush gardens and surrounded by calming country scenes.
Villa Fiorita
Located on the sister island of Gozo and set amongst one of the most beautiful landscapes, Villa Fiorita Hall offers classic ambience at its best. The villa is adorned with French antiques and offers both an indoor area and an outdoor terrace.
Villa Mdina offers an indoor or outdoor venue experience and is centrally located in Naxxar. The mature posh garden is the ultimate outdoor space for a romantic evening under the stars, and the elegant halls provide the perfect ambiance for a memorable celebration.
PALAZZO CAPUA
Located in the heart of Sliema, Palazzo Capua, also referred to as Capua Palace, stands as an elegant Neoclassical palace dating back to the early 19th century in Sliema, Malta. The AX Palazzo Capua offers five distinctive suites named after its past residents which can be used as preparation rooms and one large hall.
MARIA ROSA WINE ESTATE
Maria Rosa Estate is a versatile and peaceful venue for various events with large indoor and outdoor venues. Situated in the rural countryside of Attard and named after his spouse lies a small boutique winery called Maria Rosa wine estate. The venue offers complete flexibility so that most requests can be accommodated, with different room configurations available.
Villa Bologna has captured hearts for generations, and there’s no denying what a special space it is. Villa Bologna is situated in the heart of Malta, in Attard and with lush Mediterranean gardens to explore and the beautiful house as its backdrop, Villa Bologna has secured its reputation as one of Malta’s top venues.
The Bacchus is a lovely wedding venue which also houses a restaurant in its historical building situated in Mdina. Bacchus is housed in two separate chambers built by Grand Master Fra Martino De Redin in between 1657 and 1660, initially serving as gunpowder magazines for the main fortified bastion built by him to fortify the Old City of Mdina. These aristocratic chambers have been transformed into the perfect environment for enjoying a first class meal and reception with warm service.
