The Porto Fino restaurant at Porto Azzurro serves Maltese and Mediterranean dishes. The Avalon poolside bar offers drinks on the outdoor terrace.
The beaches at St Paul's Bay, Mellieha Bay, and Golden Bay feature a range of water sports, from windsurfing to snorkelling and scuba diving. The nearest golf course is 18 kilometres away at Marsa.
Guestrooms. The 110 guestrooms and apartments at Porto Azzurro are split between the hotel and the self-catering block. All are decorated in warm colours and feature modern furniture and balconies with views of the sea. Amenities include satellite television, direct- dial telephones, and safes. Bathrooms offer combination showers and tubs. Apartments feature self-catering kitchenettes with microwaves, hobs, and refrigerators. The hotel offers a half-board rate.
Expert Tip. Dotted along the Xemxija Heritage Trail are Roman stone apiaries, recently restored with replica beehives. The many caves along the trail show signs of ancient habitation.