The hospitality was amazing!! These people are so great. We enjoyed the meals here too. Loved our stay!

Stayed in September 2024

Very nice family owned guesthouse, with big and clean rooms. The staff was very attentive, accommodating and helpful. Wouldn't hesitate to come back here if I ever visit the Shala River again.

Stayed in September 2024

Small drainage problem for the shower, but wasn’t an issue.

The hosts were so helpful when organising our transport to and from the Shala River. They were proactive in communicating with us and checked in to make sure we arrived safe, which was very thoughtful. The breakfast was truely exceptional and the hosts were really nice.

Stayed in September 2024

hospitality, staff, room everything about this guesthouse. Thank you for making us feel like home! 😍

Stayed in September 2024

The food was quite disappointing (for lunch and dinner). And it wasn’t better any other places which made us happy that we didn’t stay there for more then two night. We ate a pizza at the neighbors hotel and got a huge piece of sharp plastic in it. AND the trip there is a serious hassle! If I knew it was that much of a pain I might have reconsidered. The boat ride alone was 1,5 hours (but it’s so beautiful) and the road to get to the boat station is bad. Like really bad. I wouldn’t go there with kids. But but but it’s BEAUTIFUL and it’s northern Albania at its most mesmerizing scenery.

It’s literally in the middle of nothing. It’s like a small village of hotels around this small river. We thought upon arrival that it was completely isolated but it’s not. Plenty of people and a fare amount of day trips tourists. It’s both a pro and a con. It offers more eating options but it doesn’t give you that completely isolated feeling. But the scenery is something that I have NEVER experienced before and it reminds me of nothing from other travels (and I have travelled the world). So I highly recommend it. The personal, which is a family business, is so sweet and nice and will help you with whatever. The rooms are nice, comfy and I slept like a baby. The breakfast is awesome.

Stayed in August 2024

Beautiful location with friendly helpful staff. They made breakfast early for us so we could make our early boat.

Stayed in August 2024

We had an excellent stay at the Guesthouse for two nights. As everyone says, the staff are very friendly and welcoming. We spent time rotating between the beach chairs and swimming, the chairs are complimentary for guests. With four of us to one room it was very hot at night, but with the windows open it cooled enough to sleep.

Stayed in August 2024

This is one of the best and most beautiful places I’ve ever stayed in. We were a group of 7 and were completely mesmerized by the beauty of this place. We had a great time at the guesthouse. Everything was clean and quiet. It was quite hot and the host gave us a fan to each room to keep it cool. We had a friend who had a bit of a faint due to the hot weather and the people who worked at the guesthouse were the most perfect, helping out in what they could! Would definitely recommend staying here!! We only stayed one night and we wanted to stay more! Perfect contrast to the south of Albania. The communication on how to get there could be better as you have to take a boat to get there and need to book it with the host. Other than that, 10/10 for sure!!!

Stayed in July 2024

Wonderful stay! Would choose to stay here again.

Stayed in July 2024

The property is further down the river away from the noisier parts

The staff are so kind and friendly

Stayed in August 2024

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A little piece of paradise. A staff always attentive. We were welcomed like kings. The whole team was amazing with our family. What a joy to be received like this. Thank you again for your hospitality, every little attention was very appreciable. The place is beautiful, relaxing and so exotic. It was a nice cut in the middle of nature. The rooms are very clean and the bedding very comfortable. We also ate very well throughout our stay . Our children were delighted and kept only good memories in mind. 100% Recommended

Stayed in August 2024

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This accomodation, the staff, facilities and restaurant was amazing. We had the best stay and I honestly believe we managed to book the best guest house on the river. Everything was brand new, clean, food hygiene was a high priority which we appreciated. We got a free beer on arrival and we were so cared for by the staff. They definitely take pride in their space and that’s evident by comparing Guesthouse Zgiboza to the other guest houses and facilities. The room was so clean, the linen was beautiful and clean and the bathroom was spotless. Would 10000% recommend. We loved the canoes, the fires every night and the sun chairs.

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing! Everything was perfect 👌

The guesthouse has only 2 years that is opened it is absolutely brand new. The room was perfect with river view, exceptionally clean and the sheet were smelling so good! The place itself is incredibile and the way to reach it is simply beautiful and part of the journey. The family running the place has a strong personal history The place is a must-see of Albania, we learnt that the North-Tournism is kind of hidden in the country in favour of the South Coast to be 'preserved'. We invite everybody to come and visit this little gem instead which has more than wilderness to offer, you will find a great atmosphere and great people. Among all the other guesthouses of the place we love this one above all! Great breakfast, it has a bar and a restaurant with delicious food.

Stayed in July 2024

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I had a wonderful stay at Guesthouse Zgiboza! The hospitality was top-notch, and the family-run atmosphere made us feel at home. The rooms were impeccably clean, and it’s the best in the area for peace and quiet. The food was amazing and very affordable. Highly recommend for a relaxing and enjoyable stay!

Stayed in July 2024

I wish we had stayed another night!

What a stunning and special place! Starting with the boat ride from Komani Lake Ferry (booked via the guesthouse and cost 25 Euros pp return) - the scenery reminded me of Thailand. Arriving at the guesthouse, we were shown directly to our room which although basic, had everything we needed for the night and a beautiful view. We took advantage of the sunbeds outside the guesthouse, drinks in their bar and lots of refreshing swims in the river. Highly recommend taking a kayak onto the lake. Everyone was very friendly and helpful and I cannot recommend more!

Stayed in July 2024

Everything is good about the property. Maybe in the future they could add aircon.

Beautiful setting. The staff are wonderful - very helpful and friendly. The food in the restaurant is outstanding. The breakfast really impressed us and was delicious.

Stayed in July 2024

My recent stay at Zgiboza Guesthouses was truly exceptional. This family-run gem offers a warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like part of their family. The staff were incredibly helpful and attentive throughout my stay. The traditional food was a highlight, with a variety of affordable options and a dedicated vegetarian menu that catered to all my dietary needs. I highly recommend Zgiboza Guesthouses for anyone looking for a comfortable and memorable stay with genuine hospitality.

Stayed in July 2024

You should know the fact that it is a like village. So you shouldn't expect a five star hotel experience. The guesthouse is made out of wood. That's why, there are bugs everywhere which is pretty normal for somewhere in the woods.

First of all we loved the river. It was amazing. Canoeing was a nice experience for us. There were sunbeds and umbrellas in front of the guesthouse. We used them and nobody charged us for that. The host and staff were helpful.

Stayed in July 2024

We recently stayed at Guesthouse Zgiboza near the Shala River and were thoroughly impressed by the experience. The hospitality was outstanding, with staff going above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The highlight of our stay was the campfire by the river, creating a magical evening ambiance. The rooms were spotless, reflecting their commitment to cleanliness. We were amazed by every aspect of our stay and are already planning to return next year for a whole week.

Stayed in June 2024

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Amazing loocation! Very helpful staff, let us check in once we turned up and held our bags for us on the day we left.

Stayed in May 2024

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Zgiboza Guesthouse is the most amazing place in the whole Shala River, I’m talking about hospitality, food,drinks and late night talks with the owners of Zgiboza Guesthouse infront of a campfire that they make every night. The rooms were very clean and spacious and let’s not talk about the balcony view, it’s just stunning. I thank the staff of Zgiboza Guesthouse for making the stay much more comfortable and pleasant.

Stayed in June 2024

That we didn't stay longer

The boat ride bore some of the most beautiful sights I have ever seen, and as the ride went on it only got better. The staff were the most accommodating I've ever seen, bringing us cold drinks for free by the water, taking us up the mountain to the old village, and playing volleyball with us as well. They truly went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible, truly an unforgettable experience!

Stayed in June 2024

Amazing location, charming place run by a very friendly family.

Stayed in June 2024

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Amazing.

Stayed in June 2024