Title: Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=117291987&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio Apartment in Victoria with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio ![Interior - Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio (Ir-Rabat Għawdex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117292000/117291987/6725569a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio (Ir-Rabat Għawdex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117292000/117291987/9a207a08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio (Ir-Rabat Għawdex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117292000/117291987/ecd2bfe5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio (Ir-Rabat Għawdex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117292000/117291987/d1e56c9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio (Ir-Rabat Għawdex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117300000/117292000/117291987/eb64fe36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom215 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio Travel back in time with a stay in this historical house of character in Gozo’s charming capital Rabat. Shambala is a 900-year-old home, beautifully restored yet still brimming with traditional features – some so rare it’s a stop on several walking tours of Gozo. You’ll find Shambala peacefully situated along a network of beautiful cobbled walkways, themselves a fascinating slice of Gozitan history. Shambala 4 is a luxury studio, perfect for two guests. Your self-contained studio inside Shambala is beautifully decorated to complement the traditional archways, high ceilings and sand-stone walls. In your room you’ll find a full-size double loft bed, a private bathroom with rain shower, a well-equipped kitchenette, high-speed Wi-Fi and a Smart TV. Shambala studio 4 is on the first floor, with easy access through keyless entry. This is truly one of the most historical rooms you can stay in while in Gozo. The window has one of the few medieval spy holes left on the island, so you see what it would have been like to look out on the street below without being seen. Beyond your room you can enjoy a shared courtyard, as well as a beautiful rooftop terrace with sweeping views across Rabat and the Citadel. Pack a picnic or make use of the communal barbecue for dinner with unbeatable views. This is the perfect base for a stay on the magical island of Gozo. Not only are you just around the corner from the famous St George’s Pjazza and Independence Square, both with a great selection of bars, restaurants, galleries and shops; but you are also a short walk away from the central bus station where you can easily connect to other attractions on the island. You will have private access to Shambala 4, your own beautiful studio apartment complete with private bathroom and kitchen. You will also have access to a communal seating area on the first floor, as well as a rooftop terrace with BBQ. These communal areas are shared with the five apartments within Shambala. This is the perfect base for a stay on the magical island of Gozo. Not only are you just around the corner from the famous St George’s Pjazza and Independence Square, both with a great selection of bars, restaurants, galleries and shops; but you are also a short walk away from the central bus station where you can easily connect to other attractions on the island. Amenities and attractions nearby: Several corner-shops and groceries St George’s Pjazza (Square) Independence Square Teatru Astra (opera house) Citadel Central bus terminus Supermarkets: Greens and Arkadia Top five suggested activities: 1\. Go for an early morning walk around the cobbled lanes of Rabat before enjoying a coffee in one of the many local cafes; 2\. Watch the world go by while eating lunch in Independence Square; followed by some souvenir shopping in Organika, House of Gozo or Preti Artigjanali. 3\. Explore the fascinating history of Gozo with a walk around the Citadel followed by a visit to the Il Hagar Museum; 4\. Visit one of the nearby art galleries, such as Art Hall, the Upstairs Gallery, and Art e Gallery. 5\. Enjoy sunset on the rooftop terrace, listening to the birds chattering and watching the lights come up on the Citadel, while enjoying a glass of Maltese wine and a dinner of locally sourced Gozitan specialities. You are located right in the heart of Victoria, Gozo\`s central town. From here, you have a long list of attractions to explore on foot. To explore the island at large, you are just a short walk from the central bus terminus where you can easily connect to all other towns. Amenities in common areas: Keyless entry Shared terrace with table for two Communal rooftop BBQ Washing machine Iron and ironing board Amenities and attractions nearby: Several corner-shops and groceries St George’s Pjazza (Square) Independence Square Teatru Astra (opera house) Citadel Central bus terminus Supermarkets: Greens and Arkadia House guidelines: • At certain times of the year, ants and mosquitoes are a common problem on the island. We provide ant traps and repellent spray which normally work well, but you may want to pack additional mosquito protection. Please do your part to reduce ants by keeping food sealed and kitchen surfaces clean. • Smoking is not permitted in Shambala rooms or on the first floor communal area. Smoking is permitted on the rooftop terrace. • No parties or loud noises. Shambala is located in a quiet, historical area and it is important to respect our neighbours by keeping noise down, especially when entering and leaving the building and always after 11pm. • Our Tourism License does not permit us to allow external guests without written approval. Only residents of Shambala may use the common areas or be in the rooms. • The septic system is effective and works well – unless improper materials are flushed. Feminine products, nappies and wipes should be disposed of in the bin, and the only thing flushed should be toilet tissue. • The cleaning fee covers a general cleaning upon check-out. To avoid additional charges, please keep the studio reasonably clean and wash any dirty dishes before departure. Please dispose of garbage in the bins provided. • You can check in any time from 4pm to Midnight. Check-out is at 10am on day of departure. • We have coin units installed for air-conditioning, in order to ensure efficient and environmentally responsible consumption. Just a couple of euros is more than enough to run the air-conditioning for reasonable use, and we will load enough credit for reasonable use for the length of your stay. We recommend switching off the air-conditioning when you are out of the room. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a hospital ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 215 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109090000/109087800/109087751/89153567.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bugibba Central Modern Apartment, Charming 2-bedroom apartment with AC, WiFi Bugibba - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=109087751&PinnedHotelID=109087751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118120000/118112900/118112839/353ab61c_edited_b4b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy 1BR Apt with Balcony & Sofabed in Sliema Tas-Sliema - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=118112839&PinnedHotelID=118112839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92980000/92978000/92977972/0b906620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gozo PH w/private Rooftop Hot Tub, Terrace + Views Ix-Xaghra - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=92977972&PinnedHotelID=92977972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19486900/19486863/07bc04ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Location: FREE Gozo transfers, WIFI, Bicycles & BBQ – NO Car required! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 294769 ## About the area Located in Victoria, this apartment is in the city center. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by The Malta Classic Car Collection, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Paradise Bay Beach and Mellieha Bay. Gozo Nature Museum and Villa Rundle Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Victoria travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria.dx1418) [View more Apartments in Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Apartments.d1418-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.04399%2C14.23763&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ffv8g3OEme0o4jHVbB9pA6N_Bs8=) Ir-Rabat Għawdex ### What's nearby - St. George's Basilica \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Il Hagar - Heart of Gozo Museum \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Pjazza Indipendenza \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - St John's Demi-Bastion \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - The Citadel \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km ### Getting around - Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 98 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk - ‪Ping’s Dynasty - ‬11 min walk - ‪Karamelli Brunch Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪Victoria Central - ‬3 min walk - ‪Rizzles Cafe - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio? ### What time is check-out at Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio? ### Where is Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic Hideaway: 900-Year-Old Converted Studio Reviews ## Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional