Malta Short-Term Rental Regulations 2026: A Guide to Legal Notice 92 for Property Owners
Malta Short-Term Rental Regulations 2026: A Guide to Legal Notice 92 for Property Owners
On 15 April 2026, the Maltese Government published Legal Notice 92 of 2026, signaling the most significant overhaul of the Short-Term Rental (STR) sector in recent history. Classified under the new Category E, these regulations are designed to professionalize the industry, protect local communities, and reinforce Malta’s reputation as a high-quality travel destination.
At CiaoStay, we have meticulously analyzed these new mandates to ensure our owners remain fully compliant and competitive. If you own or manage a holiday home in Malta, here is everything you need to know about the transition.
The New Malta Short-Let Reforms 2026: A Survival Guide for Property Owners
The New Malta Short-Let Reforms 2026: A Survival Guide for Property Owners
Malta’s short-term rental market is entering a new era of professionalization. As we move through 2026, the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) has transitioned from a period of rapid expansion to one focused on "quality and sustainability" over volume.
For property owners in Sliema, St. Julian's, Valletta, and beyond, the message is clear: the "ghost host" era is over. To protect your investment and maintain your yields, you must align with the new Tourism Accommodation Regulations 2025/2026 today.
Valletta 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Malta’s Living Museum
Valletta 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Malta’s Living Museum
Welcome to Valletta, the "city built by gentlemen for gentlemen"—though in 2026, we prefer to call it the Mediterranean's most vibrant cultural capital. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Valletta is a masterclass in Baroque architecture, but beneath its honey-hued limestone exterior lies a tech-forward, bustling city perfect for the modern traveler and the savvy property investor alike.
Whether you're planning a sun-drenched getaway or looking to maximize your property's potential in the Malta short-let market, this guide covers everything you need to know about the "City of the Order."