Qawra

Qawra is the quieter neighbour of Bugibba — a coastal resort area on St. Paul's Bay that shares the same tourist infrastructure but with a more relaxed pace. The name means 'rounded' in Maltese, referring to the shape of the rocky peninsula that juts into the sea. Where Bugibba is loud and commercial, Qawra is slightly more subdued, with a long coastal promenade, rocky swimming platforms, and a cluster of hotels and apartment blocks. The Qawra promenade is one of the longest continuous seafront walks in Malta, stretching from Bugibba's aquarium all the way to Salina Bay. The salt pans at Salina are one of the oldest in Malta, still producing sea salt using traditional methods. The Qawra Point tower, a Knights-era watchtower, sits at the tip of the peninsula. Property in Qawra mirrors Bugibba's market — affordable purchase prices and solid rental yields from tourist demand. The area is popular with British retirees and long-stay visitors who prefer Qawra's slightly calmer atmosphere over Bugibba's bustle. Winter occupancy is better than most Maltese resorts thanks to the retiree community.