Rent offices in Sliema, Malta

Sliema is one of Malta’s most sought-after office locations for several reasons: strong transport links with direct bus routes to all major towns, a high concentration of English-speaking professionals, extensive waterfront amenities for client entertainment, strong international name recognition, and proximity to St Julian’s (5 minutes from Malta’s main iGaming and fintech district). Sliema commands a rental premium of €220–€360/m²/year — above mid-island rates but below the most premium St Julian’s buildings.

Sliema office rental rates in 2026: small private offices (20–40 m²) cost €600–€950/month, medium offices (40–100 m²) run €800–€2,000/month, and large floors (100–300 m²) range from €1,800–€7,500/month. Per square metre rates are €220–€360/m²/year depending on sea view, floor level, building age, and whether the lease is all-inclusive or bare-let. The most prestigious addresses on The Strand and Tower Road command the highest rates. VAT at 18% applies on top of all commercial leases.

Yes — Sliema has several business centres offering fully serviced private offices on flexible monthly terms. These typically include high-speed fibre internet, meeting room access, 24/7 building access, mail handling and reception, and kitchen areas. Serviced private offices in Sliema start from €650–€800/month for a 1–2 person suite. See our serviced offices guide for the full breakdown, or browse current Sliema listings for available spaces and contract terms.

Notable business centres in Sliema include Tagliaferro Business Centre (Tower Road), Plaza Business Centre, Tigné Point Business Centre, and Central North Business Centre. Sliema also has a number of converted townhouse offices popular with law firms, accountants and consultancies. Contact our Sliema specialists for current availability and a tailored shortlist.

Both are excellent choices. Choose Sliema if you serve local Maltese clients, want a prestigious address with slightly lower rates, or prioritise waterfront proximity and retail amenities. Choose St Julian’s if you are in iGaming, fintech, or tech, want to be near international company clusters, or need Grade A modern buildings with full amenities. Rent in St Julian’s typically runs 5–15% higher than comparable Sliema offices.

Sliema is well served by Malta’s public bus network. Key routes include Bus 13 (Valletta–Sliema), Bus 14 (Valletta–St Julian’s via Sliema), and Bus 12 (Msida–Sliema). Journey time from Valletta is approximately 20–25 minutes. The Sliema Ferry (15 minutes) connects directly to Valletta Waterfront. Parking in Sliema is very limited, making public transport an important consideration for car-dependent employees.

The Sliema market is split roughly 60/40 between unfurnished and furnished or serviced offices. Smaller units (under 50 m²) are predominantly furnished and serviced, while larger floors (100 m²+) are more commonly let as fitted open-plan. Key terms: furnished includes desks, chairs and storage; serviced adds reception, cleaning, utilities and internet; unfitted provides walls, electrics, lighting and air conditioning only. Our listings specify fit-out status for every property.

Lease terms for Sliema offices follow Malta market norms governed by di fermo and di rispetto structures: serviced and furnished offices offer monthly rolling contracts with a 1–3 month minimum, small-medium traditional leases run 1–2 year di fermo with break clauses, and large floors typically have 2–5 year di fermo with rent-free periods as inducement. A 1-year lease with a 2-month break clause is a common negotiated outcome for growing companies.

Dedicated parking is limited in Sliema and typically costs €80–€150/month per space as a separate charge. Many Sliema office buildings do not include parking in the lease. Alternatives include regional car parks (Qui-Si-Sana, Tower Road area), monthly permits from Malta Parking or local councils, and park-and-ride via Valletta ferry. Businesses with driving staff should factor parking cost heavily into their location decision.

When viewing office space in Sliema, check: a valid Class 4A planning permit for office use, adequate natural light (especially in converted townhouses), fibre internet availability and redundancy, air conditioning type and maintenance responsibility, floor level and lift access, parking availability and cost, and noise levels on main roads during peak hours. Our listings include key specification details for each property, and our agents will verify all of the above before recommending any building.