4.70 ★
Rabat Gozo

Elegant Studio in Heritage Home - Private Terrace

    Apartment·2 guests·1 bedroom·1 bathroom

Travel back in time with a stay in this historical house of character in Gozo’s charming capital Rabat. Shambala is a 900-year-old home, beautifully restored yet still brimming with traditional features – some so rare it’s a stop on several walking tours of Gozo. You’ll find Shambala peacefully situ...


Amenities

Free WiFi
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Washing Machine
Street parking
Suitable for children

Available days







Reviews

4.70 (19)
·Juno·May 2026

Mixed feelings. Positive: The building and the streets around it are absolutely gorgeous! Very traditional and nicely renovated. The apartment was small but the terrance was spacious and comfortable. The Citadel is a short walking distance from the apartment as are public transportation and shopping areas. Keep in mind that some areas are narrow and quite steep to walk. Negative: The winding stairs were extremely narrow, not suitable for any bags larger than carry on luggage. I had to unpack our suitcases at the landing and take our stuff up one by one. The wifi stopped working. I found out the plug was too loose. The host was friendly, but they couldn't solve the problem, the replacement plug they brought didn't work either, and the problem solving suggestions also didn't help. We ended up using our own adapter. If it wasn't for our own adapter we would have been without wifi for most of our stay... The kitchen equipment is functional but old. There are several churches in the vicinity of the apartment that all ring every 15 minutes. The windows are traditional so they don't isolate very well. If you sleep lightly it is not recommended.
·Agnes·May 2026

Tel que je l’imaginais via les photos et l’espérais! Top ! Positive: L’authenticité des lieux L’agencement optimisé La terrasse Proximité du centre de la ville
·Laurence·February 2026

En été et en forme! Positive: C'est une bâtisse très typique et qui vous transporte dans le temps, dans des petites rues charmantes réservées aux piétons. L'espace extérieur (une cour intérieure au 1er étage, une terrasse partagée, une terrasse privée pour l'appartement tout en haut)à disposition sont un point très positif. La proximité du centre avec les restaurants et les petites boutiques aussi. Les propriétaires ont été TRÈS GENTILS et HONNÊTES! Nous n'avons pas pu rester à cause de nos problèmes de santé et des soucis d'humidité(pluie) et nous avons pu échanger avec une grande bienveillance avec les propriétaires. Negative: L'endroit doit être fabuleux en été, nous avons malheureusement voyagé en février et la pluie ne fait pas bon ménage avec ce type de bâtisse. De plus, les installations conviennent probablement davantage à des personnes en bonnes conditions physiques: le lit est repliable dans une armoire par exemple. Nous n'avons pas rencontré le confort nécessaire car nous avons des problèmes de dos. Les propriétaires ont été très compréhensifs et nous les remercions pour leur gentillesse!!!
·Kristine·January 2026

A room full of character Positive: We loved the bright characterful room and thoughtful way it was installed. A nice touch was the water filter by the well! Only wish we had come later to make use of the terrace. Negative: Nothing
·Julia·January 2026

Positive: Okay to stay for a night or two max to see Citadella and surroundings if you have no luggage. Nice view from the shared rooftop terrace. Inside kitchenette is okay to cook a small breakfast for yourself, TV has Netflix. Negative: Do not come if you are with luggage and for a long stay - no car can access even near the property, lots of walking and stairs especially to room 5 are extremely narrow and dangerous. Very small room, bed is not comfortable at all, both nights we slept very bad. Shower is very small and needs upgrading. Cleaning could be better, dust and hairs found all over the room, after unfolding the bed there is a gap between a wall and the pillows full of dirt. Besides the host was very dismissive, do not bother to contact the numbers provided “to contact the property” as no answer or “I am driving and can’t help”. My parter got unwell a night prior the check-in and we kindly checked if possible to move the dates which was dismissed according to “cancellation policy”, keep that in mind. Overall wouldn’t stay here again, lots of better options nearby.


Good to know

House Rules
Check-in: 4 pm
Check-out: 10 am
Pets: not allowed
Smoking inside: not allowed
Cancellation policy
100% refund up to 14 days before arrival
50% refund up to 7 days before arrival