Golden Bay is a picturesque beach located in Malta. It is one of the few places on the island that can truly be called a beach. The beach is easily accessible by bus, with a bus stop conveniently located nearby. For those who prefer to drive, there is a decent car park available.
The beach is known for its great sand and stunning views. It is set against a cliff, offering a beautiful vantage point to watch the sunset and have an amazing view of Riviera beach. Despite its beauty, the beach is not overly crowded, even on a Sunday afternoon.
Golden Bay offers a range of amenities for visitors. There are toilets and showers available for public use. For those looking to relax, sunbeds and umbrellas can be rented. There are also a number of restaurants and coffee shops in the vicinity, as well as other shops where visitors can purchase items needed for a day at the beach.
The natural characteristics of the beach can vary, with the waves and wind sometimes being a bit rough. However, lifeguards are present and attentive, ensuring the safety of beachgoers. Despite these occasional rough conditions, Golden Bay is a beach worth checking out for its natural beauty and amenities.
Golden Bay amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the easy accessibility of the beach, either by bus or car, and its well-maintained facilities such as toilets, showers, and car park. They also appreciate the beautiful views, especially the sunset from the cliff, and the fact that it's not overly crowded. However, some visitors were disappointed with the lack of public showers and the quality of the nearby restaurants.
Visitors to Golden Bay often stay in the nearby town of Mellieħa, which offers a variety of accommodation options and is a short drive from the beach. Many choose to stay in resorts or hotels that provide easy access to both the beach and the charming Maltese countryside.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 35.9338697 / Longitude: 14.3444612
Golden Bay is located in Northern Region. The following map of Golden Bay shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 24.3°C/31.8°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 36.6°C |
| Sea Temperature | 27.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.1 m |
| Rain Chance | 10% |
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| Rainfall | 0.1 mm |
| Rain Duration | 1 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:47/20:23 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.55 |
| Cloud Cover | 27% |
| Speed | 12.2 km/h |
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| Gusts | 24.1 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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