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Friends' Guesthouse & Hostel

Gjirokastër

Friends' Guesthouse & Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Gjirokastër. Providing a bar, the property is located within 44 km of Zaravina lake.

R
Ryan
From
United States
After travelling in Albania for over two months, I had the pleasure of staying at Friends' Hostel for one week. This is a perfectly managed family-run hostel and it has been my best accommodation experience during this long trip. The hostel is centrally-located in the Old Town in Gjirokaster, so it is close to all the attractions, cafes, restaurants and bars. At the hostel, you have large common areas that include two terraces with fantastic views. As for the facilities and cleanliness, everything is excellent. Lastly, the family is very welcoming and kind. While it is called Friends' Hostel, it can also be called Family Hostel given how they make you feel like you're at home!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews
Price from
US$139.51
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Xarba

Gjirokastër

Hostel Xarba has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Gjirokastër. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

M
Matviienko
From
Ukraine
Amazing and cosy place, friendly and helpful hosts, delicious and big breakfast, very clean, very quite place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews
Price from
US$46.50
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House and Hostel VAL-MAR

Gjirokastër

Set in Gjirokastër, 45 km from Zaravina lake, Guest House and Hostel VAL-MAR offers air-conditioned accommodation and a bar. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

V
Violaine
From
China
Very cosy and nice! Very nice host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$46.50
1 night, 2 adults

Vega 43 Hostel

Sarandë (Near Gjirokastër)

Located in Sarandë, Vega 43 Hostel offers beachfront accommodation 100 metres from Saranda City Beach and provides various facilities, such as a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

N
Nikolajs
From
Latvia
Looks like a boutique hostel with a nice design, social,clean and very central, friendly staff. Very comfy beds with soft quality bed sheets, also good breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$35.58
1 night, 2 adults

Saranda Boutique Hostel

Sarandë (Near Gjirokastër)

Set 700 metres from Saranda City Beach, Saranda Boutique Hostel provides accommodation with free WiFi in Sarandë. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

C
CianTI
From
Taiwan
Room super clean, the staff is really helpful :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
Price from
US$51.15
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Mehmeti

Sarandë (Near Gjirokastër)

Located in Sarandë, 1.9 km from Maestral Beach, Villa Mehmeti provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

R
Rigon
From
Kosovo
Rooms were very clean and also bathroom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$29.65
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Roo Hostel Saranda

Sarandë (Near Gjirokastër)

Lazy Roo Hostel Saranda features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Sarandë. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, an ATM and currency exchange for guests.

R
Rodrigo
From
Mexico
The roof garden area is great, also the staff team is very gentle. The hostel is very well located and easy to find food, groceries and going to the beach. Thank you so much!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
Price from
US$46.50
1 night, 2 adults

B Vishe Guest House

Gjirokastër

Situated in Gjirokastër, 43 km from Zaravina lake, B Vishe Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free private parking.

L
Lauren
From
Australia
Great location in relation to the old town, easy ten minute walk. Room and bathroom were clean and spacious. Wifi and aircon worked well. One of four rooms in this guesthouse. Great communication by host - follow booking.com directions, not google maps.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Stone City Hostel

Gjirokastër

Stone City Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Gjirokastër. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

S
Siri Eika
From
Denmark
Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in! Location is perfect, good recommendations and help from staff. The place is nice with at nice terrace, and a great breakfast. Rooms and showers are nice as well! Guided tour with Walter was very interesting! I wish we have had time to go on the tour in the mountains to monasteries and waterfalls, but unfortunately only booked one night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 807 reviews

Hostel The Old Gate

Gjirokastër

Set in Gjirokastër, 44 km from Zaravina lake, Hostel The Old Gate offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Free WiFi is offered.

A
Antoine
From
France
The host is really nice, always ready to help you at any time and very friendly. Even if the road to go at the place is steep, the effort is worth it, you have one of the best views of the city. It's also a good place to meet other travelers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
As a solo female traveller, I couldn’t recommend Stone City more! The hostel is spotless, great location, amazing staff, free breakfast and incredible social areas to meet other travellers.
Guest review by
Lucy
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Probably on of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at, not just very tastefully decorated but also very comfortable and cosy. And the staff is for sure the kindest ever, they are very attentive and nice. I wish we had one more day in Gjirokäster so we could spend more time in the hostel!
Guest review by
Petra
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
This is the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. The staff were super friendly and helpful, even offering great insights into day trips around the area that weren’t online. Would highly recommend!
Guest review by
Emily
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
It was a lovely hostel, with a real homey feel and vibe. Great location and nice hot showers
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Whelan
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$25.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews
Great location, cozy hostel, really nice owners. Our balcony had a nice view on the castle.
Guest review by
Yvana
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$25.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 532 reviews
Cool rooftop, funny host, smart Kitchen and top position: 7 mins from the movida! Best Hostel in My trip, and cheap!
Guest review by
Eleonora
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
great staff ,great location with beautiful interior ,very clean ,nice terrace garden,the best hostel i visited during my all travels
Guest review by
Zoher
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
The best hostel I have stayed at in Albania! Staff were amazing and very helpful! Dormitories were great, bathrooms were clean and modern. The breakfast each morning is perfect, and the hostel itself is well set up. Attracts a good group of backpackers, had a great time. Will definitely be back. Also the cocktail night they held had the best G&Ts
Guest review by
Harry
Solo traveller