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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.

E
Emmanouil
From
Greece
Everything was great, very clean with a nice balcony
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
US$35.27
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tom F
From
Australia
An excellent family run hostel, beds were spacious and super comfy. Location was great, in a quiet part of old town close to all the sights and a great view from the balcony
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 685 reviews
Price from
US$41.15
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A
Anna
From
Poland
Ambient, comfy mattress, common area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 835 reviews
Price from
US$51.74
1 night, 2 adults

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.

D
Damian
From
Poland
The host is the nicest guy that I've met in whole Albania. He cares a lot about the place and visitors - after long and exhausting hike he even shared his dinner with me. I really enjoyed my stay there :)) Rooms was clean and spacious - I like that beds are single and there is only 3 of them, it's just more comfy and cameral.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$28.22
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.

B
Błażej
From
Poland
we spent a few days in Albania and it was definitely the best accommodation. Mateo and his family are wonderful people. The breakfast was delicious, the location was quite good, quiet and peaceful. I highly recommend this accommodation, the rooms were clean, it was quiet and peaceful. we will come back for sure. Before arriving, it is worth contacting and stopping the car before the hill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Price from
US$35.27
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.

M
Mousa
From
Saudi Arabia
This hostel is clean and the bed is conformable. It has four separate bathrooms and showers. It have different option of 6 beds rooms or private rooms. And the location is in the center of old Bazar. It has restaurant. And Marjan is the man, he will do everythings to help you. My original plan was one day to stay, then I have extended it for additional one day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$47.03
1 night, 2 adults

Trigona Guest House & Hostel

Gjirokastër

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of city, Trigona Guest House & Hostel is set in Gjirokastër, 44 km from Zaravina lake.

F
Fatos
From
Netherlands
The hostel is very clean and the owner is very welcoming and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 543 reviews
Price from
US$25.87
1 night, 2 adults

Central Boutique Hostel

Sarandë (Near Gjirokastër)

Situated in Sarandë and within 300 metres of Saranda City Beach, Central Boutique Hostel has a bar, rooms, and free WiFi.

B
Bruno Henrique
From
Brazil
Very new and good hostel. All the beds were really good and my room had a nice view. They offer a big breakfast which was amazing. I had a great experience with everything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews
Price from
US$33.86
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.

A
Asaba
From
Germany
Als a solo Travel this was the Best Hostel, i had stay in, the Location was direkt in the City Center, Everything was Close by. And the workers was really nice and the people was really great, helpful, got to meet new friends, who we all Late Open a WhatsApp Gruppe on the Name of the Hostel 😊 definitely a place I will stay again if I visit sarande in the future:)) thanks to the host and the amazing people who was there during my 5days at Vega 43 Hostel. You guys make my solo trip wonderful. Also there is happy hour 🍻 cocktail time which starts everyday at 9pm definitely worth trying out they happy hour drinks which is not that expensive 4 to 6€.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$35.98
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.

R
Rebecca
From
United States
The staff is super friendly and helpful. They answered all my questions about getting around the area. Location is about a 7-10 min uphill walk from the main square. Loved my time at this hostel and would stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
Price from
US$32.92
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 835 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, 835 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, 835 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, 835 reviews
    It was a lovely hostel, with a real homey feel and vibe. Great location and nice hot showers
    Guest review by
    Whelan
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$35.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 543 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$35.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 543 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, 835 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, 835 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