MS Cutty Jean

2.5 star property
Beachfront cruise ship for sun and fun
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On the beach
On the beach
Classic Cabin, Non Smoking
Fitness facility
Classic Cabin, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Berth #103, Tigne Seafront, Sliema, Malta, SLM3011
  • Point Shopping Mall
    5 min walk
  • Manoel Theatre
    17 min walk
  • Tower Road
    17 min walk
  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    34 min drive

Room options

Classic Cabin, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 5 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Sliema

This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Sliema for at least part of your stay. Highlights at this beachfront cruise ship include free daily breakfast, a marina and a bar/lounge. .This beach cruise ship offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. . 

What's nearby

  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 20 min walk
  • Sliema Promenade - 4 min drive
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 7 min drive
  • Sliema Ferry - 8 min drive
  • Malta Experience - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carolina’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

MS Cutty Jean

Beachfront cruise ship for sun and fun
MS Cutty Jean offers its guests a marina. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at MS Cutty Jean.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sliema cruise ship.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1963
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
MS Cutty Jean offers 4 accommodations with free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

Croatian, English, German, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
  • Destination fee: EUR 0.50 per person, per night.
  • Cleaning fee: EUR 5 per accommodation, per stay.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Cutty Jean House Boat Sliema
Cutty Jean House Boat
Cutty Jean Sliema
MS Cutty Jean House Boat Sliema
MS Cutty Jean House Boat
MS Cutty Jean Sliema
MS Cutty Jean
MS Cutty Jean Houseboat Kalkara
MS Cutty Jean Houseboat
MS Cutty Jean Kalkara
Cutty Jean
MS Cutty Jean Cruise
MS Cutty Jean Sliema
MS Cutty Jean Cruise Sliema

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to MS Cutty Jean?

Yep, MS Cutty Jean is a short 19-minute walk from Exiles Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

What makes MS Cutty Jean a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at MS Cutty Jean.

Does MS Cutty Jean serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at MS Cutty Jean?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at MS Cutty Jean?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at MS Cutty Jean?

No, pets are not allowed.

MS Cutty Jean Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Norman

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It is an old boat and is difficult to maintain- it was what I expected and I enjoyed being there !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

seungdae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
best way to experience boat life and Malta!
It was an amazing stay. Very romantic with beautiful scenry of the Malta. I really recommend if someone wants to have an actual experience of staying in a boat(Yacht). The Capt. and all the members were nice and welcoming. But please understand that this is an actual boat experience, not a normal hotel(small room, bathroom, etc...)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay in Sliema
Captain Charles and his wife run a fantastic houseboat which makes a great change for a boring hotel. I spent the afternoon relaxing on the sun deck before being whisked off to Valletta by speed boat for the evening. Then after dinner called Captain Charles to again taxi us back to the houseboat for a night cap of Malt Whisky. Simple the best night in Malta!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solo trip to Malta
Was met with a warm welcome from owners Charles & Daria & there is a friendly family atmosphere on the boat. Cutty Jean has lots of character as it was a working fishing boat. The cabin (room) was clean & comfortable. There is a buffet breakfast provided on deck which was perfect for relaxing especially with a drink in the evening. Restaurants & cafes are all around & all the boats going around the island are close too, but its still quiet & peaceful on the boat. The ferry to Valetta is a 5 minute walk away. If I ever return to Malta I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacob, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I wasn't sure what to expect about staying on a boat, but the MS Cutty Jean was a great place to do just that. I felt immediately welcome by the crew. If you are afraid of staying on boats because of sea sickness, don't worry - the rocking of the sea put me to sleep every night. The Cutty Jean was located right next to a bus stop, making it very easy to use public transportation to get around Malta. We were also very close to the cruises and day trips. I recommend staying here, I wish I could have had more time. I also recommend bringing a small bag or duffel, as the rooms are big enough to accommodate for sleeping. This isn't your typical hotel, but that's what I like about it. The Cutty Jean made my experience in Malta so much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic nautical experience
A fantastic nautical experience—the waves rock you to sleep. Really nice Mediterranean breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Alison, Essex, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
House boat in Sliema, Malta
As you would expect a boat to be - small and little headroom, so not ideal for the taller, larger person. Tiny toilet and separate shower - not like the one shown in the photos of the property. That aside, reasonably comfortable. Owners very hospitable. Nice continental style breakfast on the deck. Had booked a cabin but was given the room where the steering wheel/controls were which had a larger bed. However, there was no sink to wash my hands after the loo or to brush my teeth and, although there were curtains around und the bed area there were none along the main front window so I did not feel happy getting undressed for bed or changing into my swimming costume with the day trip boats going past. When I said I was not happy I was moved into a cabin which had a small sink and some privacy so was much better, although a bit claustrophobic. Great if you want something adventurous or a bit different but think carefully about bathroom arrangements. Obviously shared facilities and no paper allowed down toilet. I had to use the loos in the local shopping centre or fast food restsurants which is when I wished I had booked a hotel! Nice to meet other travellers for a chat if you are a single traveller.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location in Sliema, just 5 minutes walk from some nice restaurants and bars, but still quiet. Beautiful views of Valletta and a short walk to the ferry across the bay to Valletta or 20 minutes walk to St Julian's Bay. Spotlessly clean cabin, lovely continental breakfast spread. Our host Charles and his wife couldn't be more friendly and went the extra mile to be helpful and look after their guests. Something totally different to one of the standard hotel rooms. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

jonathon

Liked: Staff & service

2/10 Terrible

Elaine-Sara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Please avoid at all costs!
TERRIBLE - AVOID! This boats facilities are dire - no lock on your room, the shower or even the toilet. The cabin is too small to stand up in and the boat is not suitable for anyone wanting any type of privacy or security. Other guests were asking to leave the same day we did ! - avoid at all costs. I witnessed another traveler beg the owner to leave and him argue with her for 15 minutes to stay - it was very uncomfortable. Please note the current owners just purchased the boat so any old positive reviews are not for the current owner, though this does not take into account the general awfulness of the boat. When I complained to the boat owner after I left the boat after one night he was very rude and gave such baffling reasons for no locks or privacy as 'everyone on the boat is friends' and I quote "I remind our gentle guests this is the cutty jean... not an armed assault prone area" - so you heard it here folks - don't expect a lock on your door unless you are in a war zone! I was also told I should have booked the entire boat (4 cabins) if I wanted more privacy... words fail me.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
MS Cutty Jean, Sliema, Malta
Jens was incredibly welcoming and nice - the boat was very cool and was docked in a great location. Definitely would love to stay with them again wherever they are docked next in Europe!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts are very nice, I really enjoyed staying there, Thank you.

8/10 Good

Camille, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A unique place to stay
If you want a unique experience in a place to stay then this is for you. The boat is docked in the harbor along the main street. It was a great location and easy to find. If you have a lot of luggage then you may have a problem fitting it in the room. The rooms are as pictured and very small (of course being a small boat). Also if you get sea sick you might want to take something before you get on in case the water is choppy. We had a good time talking with the other guests and staff.

10/10 Excellent

John, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most unusual hotel I have stayed in
You will be staying on a boat. Rooms will be small. However, experience is fabulous. View is fabulous. Location is fabulous. You get to interact with guests and owner. Missing a swimming pool? Jump off the boat and you are in the bay. Fully recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

dumelis, kaunas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great adventure.
Entertaining and delightful host. Welcome drink and buffet breakfast most appreciated.

8/10 Good

Sangita, Rome, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Splendid location, wonderful hosts!
The hosts made this stay exceptional, right from the extra efforts to make me comfortable and arrange an airport transfer, to the welcome drink, the personalized breakfasts, and the afternoon conversations. I planned the trip last minute, and wanted a comfortable place to stay and work, which the Cutty Jean certainly was. Within a 5 minute walk is the ferry to Valetta, island busses, cafes and restaurants, tour organizers, and shops. Do be aware that this is a houseboat, so the rooms are small and intended for sleeping, and the toilet and shower facilities are shared. However there is ample of seating place both indoor and out to watch the ocean and views, read a book, sip coffee or a beer or a meal, or have lovely conversation with the owners and other travellers.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mooie boot, zeer vriendelijke medewerkers, goed ontbijt
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

DMITRIY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome experience on a boat
One of the best experiences on the cozy boat Cutty Jean. Actually I do not know how to live in ordinary hotel now. When after breakfast you can dive into the sea directly from the boat, or read a book in the evening lying in the hammock with perfect views on the city. Of course there is not so much space on the boat, but that makes very cosy environment.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Stefan+Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Urlaub auf dem Boot - ein schönes Erlebnis
Liebe Daria, lieber Charles, danke für einen schönen Urlaub! Wir haben die Zeit bei Euch an Bord genossen - dank Eurer Aufmerksamkeit und Freundlichkeit. Die Gespräche mit Euch und den anderen internationalen Gästen, das sehr gute, täglich frische Frühstück, und das ein oder andere Getränk an Deck haben einen perfekten Rahmen für unsere Ausflüge auf der Insel geschaffen. Alles Gute! Stefan und Stefan
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Arto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Erilainen vaihtoehto.
Ihan mahtava paikka! Kyseessä siis entinen troolari josta tehty hotelli. Huomioi että kyseessä on aika pieni laiva joten vessa ja suihku ovat myös kompakteja :D (yhteiskäytössä). Erinomainen muutaman yön majoitus, ihan viikkoja en täällä olisi. Kapteeni ja hänen vaimonsa olivat erittäin ystävällisiä. Aamupala ok tasoa. Kaiken kaikkiaan hyvä maku jäi kokemuksesta.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017