Paradise Bay Lido
Beach Lido, Restaurant and Events · Il-Mellieħa, Malta
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Paradise Bay Lido, trading as The Beach at Paradise Bay, is a beach lido on Triq il-Latnija in Mellieħa on Malta's north-western coast. It offers sunbed and parasol hire, kayak and stand-up paddle hire, a beachfront restaurant serving breakfast and lunch, a beach shop and a venue for weddings and private events. Enquiries go through the VisitMalta.co.uk form on this page.
Paradise Bay Lido sits in one of the prettiest corners of Mellieħa, on the north-western coast of Malta, where a sheltered sandy bay is backed by low limestone cliffs. Trading as The Beach at Paradise Bay, it combines a classic lido day, with sunbeds, parasols, showers and a beach shop, with a beachfront restaurant, water sports and a venue that hosts weddings and private events.
It is a useful address for UK visitors who want a comfortable base on the sand rather than a bare beach, and for residents looking for somewhere to hold a celebration. On VisitMalta.co.uk it is listed under swimming pools and lidos in Malta, and it is close to the town covered in our Mellieħa guide.
A day on the beach
The core of the lido is its sunbed hire. Sunbeds come with parasols and clear views across the water, and you can reserve in advance through the lido rather than hoping for space on a busy August weekend. Sunbathing terraces, showers and a beach shop are on site, which means you can arrive with very little and still have what you need for the day.
The setting suits couples, families and groups, and the atmosphere is laid back rather than loud. If you are building a wider trip around the north, our best beaches in Malta page compares the island's sandy bays, and Golden Bay is the other well-known beach on this side of the island.
The beach shop opens from 9:00 on weekdays and from 8:00 at weekends and on public holidays. Opening times for the lido itself follow the season, so check the times below before a late visit.
Kayaks, paddleboards and watersports
For something more energetic, the bay is set up for kayak hire and stand-up paddle hire, and the lido is well placed for other watersports in Mellieħa. Gliding across the clear, calm water in a kayak is a good way to see the cliffs and small coves from the sea, and paddleboarding gives a quiet vantage point over the bay.
If you want to go further afield, the ferry to Gozo and its sights and the boats to the Blue Lagoon on Comino leave from the nearby north-west tip of the island, so a morning on the water here fits naturally around a boat day.
Eating and drinking by the sea
The beachfront restaurant serves breakfast and lunch overlooking the bay, and the menus are published for the 2026 season. Breakfast is served daily between 9:00 and 12:00. Granola with honey and Greek yoghurt is €9, a three-egg omelette or scrambled eggs is €8, and focaccia sandwiches filled with chicken or smoked salmon are €12 and €14.
The main menu runs from small plates such as calamari fritti at €17 and octopus in a mango and citrus salsa at €18.50, through pasta including a seafood linguine at €23 and a vegan ravioli at €15, to burgers, salads and mains. A Scottona beef burger is €21 and a beef tagliata is €32. Side dishes are €4.50 and the kids' menu is €8.50 for penne or chicken nuggets with chips.
Drinks include smoothies at €6.20, frozen cocktails and Aperol Spritz at €9, local beers on tap and a good range of coffees from €1.80. Gluten-free pasta or buns are available for €1.50 each, although the kitchen is not gluten-free, so tell your server about any allergy or intolerance before ordering. Removed items are not refunded.
Weddings, events and catering
Paradise Bay is also a seaside venue for weddings, birthdays, corporate events, social occasions and community functions. The events team handles planning from start to finish, including sit-down menus, canapés and cocktails, flexible menus and a fully licensed bar, and it takes care of details such as table plans and place cards. There is on-site parking and sea views from the event spaces.
A separate catering offer brings live cooking to celebrations, and an events brochure for 2026 can be downloaded. Past occasions have included lunches for Mother's Day, and the lido's photos show a ceremony garden above the water, a floral arch on the sand and evening events with live music.
If you are planning a wedding or a group trip from the UK, our where to stay in Malta page and the hotels in Mellieħa list show where guests can sleep nearby.
Opening times and getting there
Hours change through the year. In April and May the lido opens daily from 9:00 to 18:00. From June to August it is open from 9:00 to 22:00 every day. In September it closes at 20:00 from Monday to Thursday and on Sunday and at 21:30 on Friday and Saturday. October is 9:00 to 17:00 daily, and in November it opens Friday to Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00.
The bay can be reached by public transport on the circular route 101, which runs hourly from Mġarr through Mellieħa to Ċirkewwa, and also on routes 41, 42, 221, 222 and X1. Check the latest timetable with Malta Public Transport before you travel. The area is also close to Popeye Village, and our things to do in Malta and Malta weather guide help you plan the rest of the trip.
To ask about a sunbed, a table or an event, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to Paradise Bay Lido.
Questions about Paradise Bay Lido
Where is Paradise Bay Lido?
It is on Triq il-Latnija in Mellieħa, on the north-western coast of Malta, in a sheltered bay known as Paradise Bay. It trades as The Beach at Paradise Bay.
Can I hire a sunbed?
Yes. Sunbeds with parasols are available to hire and can be reserved in advance through the lido. Showers, sunbathing terraces and a beach shop are on site.
Can I hire a kayak or a paddleboard?
Yes. Kayak hire and stand-up paddle hire are available at the bay, and the area is also well suited to other watersports around Mellieħa, if you want to spend more time on the water.
What are the opening hours?
Hours depend on the month: 9:00 to 18:00 in April and May, 9:00 to 22:00 from June to August, 9:00 to 20:00 or 21:30 in September, 9:00 to 17:00 in October and Friday to Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00 in November.
Does the restaurant serve breakfast?
Yes. Breakfast is served daily from 9:00 to 12:00, with dishes such as granola at €9, omelette or scrambled eggs at €8 and focaccia sandwiches at €12 and €14.
Can it handle food allergies?
The kitchen is not gluten-free, but gluten-free pasta and buns are available for €1.50 each. Tell your server about any allergies or intolerances when you order.
Can I hold a wedding or event at the lido?
Yes. The lido hosts weddings, birthdays, corporate events and community functions, with catering, a licensed bar, on-site parking and an events team to organise the details.
How do I get there by bus?
Take the circular route 101, which runs hourly from Mġarr through Mellieħa to Ċirkewwa. Routes 41, 42, 221, 222 and X1 also serve the bay.
Practical information
Paradise Bay Lido is on Triq il-Latnija in Mellieħa. Opening hours change with the season: 9:00 to 18:00 daily in April and May, 9:00 to 22:00 in June to August, 9:00 to 20:00 or 21:30 in September, 9:00 to 17:00 in October and Friday to Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00 in November. The beach shop opens from 9:00 on weekdays and from 8:00 at weekends and on public holidays. Buses 101, 41, 42, 221, 222 and X1 serve the bay. To ask about sunbeds, a table or an event, use the enquiry form on this page and VisitMalta.co.uk will pass your message to the lido.
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The details on this page were correct on 25 October 2026, as published on the Paradise Bay Lido website. Services, prices and hours can change, so please confirm when you enquire.