Tourist spending in Malta: €1.21 billion in Q2 2026

Between April and June 2026, tourist spending in Malta reached €1.21 billion, up from €1.06 billion in the same period of 2025.

Key figures

• Tourists in the quarter: about 1.33 million (1.11 million in 2025)
• Average length of stay: 5.5 nights (down from 6)
• Average spending per night: €166 per tourist (up from €158)
• Average spending per tourist: €913 (down from €949)

The picture is clear: more people are arriving, staying slightly less, but spending more per night.

What it means for holiday lets

More arrivals and higher spending per night are positive signs for owners renting out apartments to holidaymakers, especially in the most popular areas. Shorter stays also mean more guest turnover, so good management matters. Discover our property management service.