Hugo's Terrace & Rooftop

Hugo's Terrace & Rooftop is a seafront venue in St Julian's that combines a restaurant, a cocktail bar and a late-night dancefloor under one name. It faces the clear water and golden sand of St George's Bay and is the flagship of the Hugo's brand, which is well known around Paceville. Most visitors treat it as an all-day option: lunch or a drink with a view, then a livelier evening as the music picks up.

On VisitMalta.co.uk the venue is listed with our nightclubs in Malta and entertainment venues in Malta. This page explains what is on offer, how the terrace and rooftop differ and how to arrange a booking.

The terrace: food, cocktails and music

The terrace is known for stylish decor, attentive service, classic and contemporary cocktails and Mediterranean cooking with its own twist. Live performances by local and international artists are part of the programme, and the venue adds a dancefloor, two fully stocked bars and free wi-fi. For groups who want more comfort, there is VIP sofa seating.

Food, cocktails and desserts each have their own menu on the venue's pages, and one of the photos shows a hot chocolate brownie served on a cast-iron plate. Prices are not printed on the pages we used, so we do not quote any: ask the team what you can expect before you book a table for a group.

An interior with a decorated ceiling, a long bar and low round seating gives the place a lounge feel. If you want to compare it with other places to eat and drink, our guide to things to do in Malta covers the wider area.

The Rooftop

Above the terrace, the Rooftop offers views over the beach and the surrounding skyline. It has both indoor and outdoor dining, a large VIP sofa area and its own fully stocked bar. It was named one of the best rooftops in Malta for 2021 by a rooftop guide, which gives a sense of its standing among local venues.

The Rooftop suits a slower start to the evening or a special occasion where the view matters, so mention the space you prefer when you ask about a table. Because the rooftop includes an open-air element, the Malta weather guide is worth a look when you choose your dates.

Private events and bookings

Hugo's takes requests for private events on either the terrace or the rooftop. A request asks for your name, the section you want, the date, the start and finish times, the occasion, how many people are coming and a short description of what you have in mind. Having those details ready makes it easier for the team to answer quickly.

The venue also has a page for jobs, a gallery of food, drink and venue photos, and a guest feedback page. For a night out with friends or a celebration, send your requirements early, especially for weekends.

Location, hours and planning your visit

The venue sits on Ix-Xatt ta' San Ġorġ in St Julian's, opposite St George's Bay and close to Paceville. It is open from 11:30am until late on every day of the week. If you are looking for somewhere to stay nearby, our page on hotels in Sliema and St Julian's is the place to start, and where to stay in Malta compares the other areas.

For a day by the sea before an evening here, see our guide to the best beaches in Malta, and for flights from the UK see flights to Malta. The Malta holidays overview helps you place the trip in context. To ask about a table, a rooftop booking or a private event, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to Hugo's, whose team will reply to you directly.