Malta’s hotel industry saw strong growth in the second quarter of 2025, with guests spending more than 3.3 million nights in collective accommodation establishments, according to new figures.

Between April and June, total guests reached 761,184, with an average stay of 4.4 nights. Occupancy rates climbed to nearly 72%, up almost three percentage points compared to the same period in 2024.

Four-star hotels were the main driver of activity, accounting for almost half of all guest nights. They were followed by five-star and three-star establishments, while smaller guesthouses, hostels and tourist villages also registered growth.

A regional breakdown shows Malta attracting 723,910 guests during the quarter, up 7.5% year on year, while Gozo and Comino hosted 37,274 guests, a 22% increase. Visitors in Malta stayed longer, averaging 4.4 nights, compared to 2.7 nights in Gozo and Comino. However, Gozo’s occupancy rate rose sharply to 49.5%, up nearly five percentage points.

June data highlights the scale of Malta’s hotel infrastructure, with 336 active establishments offering 22,229 bedrooms and over 51,000 bed places nationwide.

The upward trend reflects a rebound in European tourism and Malta’s growing appeal as a short-haul destination. Higher occupancy rates suggest a more efficient use of hotel capacity, even as the number of establishments grows. The increase in average length of stay is a particularly positive sign for the industry, as it translates directly into greater spending on the islands.

Still, the results point to clear differences between Malta and Gozo. While Gozo saw faster growth in guest numbers, the shorter stays limit overall bed-night volumes. For operators, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity to attract visitors for longer trips.

With Q3 traditionally the busiest period for Malta’s tourism sector, the Q2 performance sets a strong baseline. Hotel operators are likely to focus on sustaining higher occupancy while catering to demand in the four-star segment, which continues to dominate the market.