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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.

R
Rayzza
From
Brazil
This place is a yes yes yes yes yes ! Great location, room very comfortable with good space, the room with the view is beautiful, water in the shower is always warm, lots of places to park around, WiFi worked perfectly and it was super clean! I highly recommend 🤍 it totally worth the money. And, last but not least, there’s a/c if this is a big deal as well for anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$35.33
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.

I
Iwan
From
United Arab Emirates
Stunning view from the balcony.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 684 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$41.22
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.

T
Tomi
From
Finland
Amazing athmosphere! The crew and volunteers saw lot of effort that all the guests were having good time. They also helped us to find some awesome trekking routes in nearby area. Thanks for your kindness and hospitality! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
US$47.10
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 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$28.26
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.

T
Teresa
From
Spain
Is a really welcoming family, really good experience and it was so clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$35.33
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.

K
Kujto
From
Albania
guest house val mar was a wonderful place, very comfortable rooms, very hospitable hosts if you visit gjirokastre, it is the first place I would suggest for your stay, comfortable, clean rooms, above all, the location was very comfortable, being in the center of the historic city in Gjirokastre. It was a pleasure to meet the owner Mariani who was ready to help us with anything. It was a wonderful trip and I would like to visit him again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$47.10
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.

L
LinuSomnia
From
Taiwan
The owner is very nice and friendly The bathroom, toilet, and the room are super clean They even have a rooftop where you can see the castle clearly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$25.91
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.

N
Nikolett
From
Hungary
Helpfull friendly staff, amazing place to stay, card terminal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,057 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$33.91
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, 113 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$36.03
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.

G
GeorgianaDediu
From
Romania
The hostel was clean and nice. I stayed in a female room. The bathroom was in the room. Each bed has a bedlight to use at night. There was AC in the room, which was great. There are also lockers in the room. Towels are provided. Towels and bedsheets are changed whenever needed. There is a spacious common area where guests can spend time, socialize etc. The hostel provide a washing machine (much needed during summer), an equipped kitchen, a terrace (with beautiful view over the city and the sea) and outdoor area equipped to dry your clothes. The internet was ok, I could work from the hostel. In the kitchen there is a water dispenser with cold and hot water. Also, at the tap a filter is installed to have drinkable water. The owners are friendly and always trying to help with anything. Thank you so much for hosting me! Overall, I had a great time at this hostel. :D
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$32.97
1 night, 2 adults
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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 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 838 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, 838 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, 838 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, 838 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$35.33
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 541 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$35.33
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 541 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, 838 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, 838 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