Rruga Astrit Karagjozi, 6002 Gjirokastër, Albania
#39 of 77 hotels in Gjirokastër
Guests' ChoiceBased on 99 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 16, 2025
Peter
AustriaIt was a perfect stay, thank you very much.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: November 20, 2024
Bruce
United StatesManager excellent- very well informed - fluent multi-lingual- fascinating and very kind. This is the best place. A pleasure to stay here. Highly recommend.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: September 18, 2024
Steven
United KingdomBreakfast was ok but felt it could have been better at this price point i.e. fresh orange juice. Some noise at night due to local bars, but that's not their fault, it wasn't the worst and I am sensitive to noise. Beware that parking in this area is challenging, there's only 2 spaces for the hotel and the streets to get there are very tight, you may be best to park in the town centre underground car park and walk up.
We booked the Deluxe King Suite, it's an impressively large room full of character. Good AC in the room. Nice lady who greeted us and checked us in. In a great location close to all the tourist streets.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 8, 2024
Peter
United KingdomA beautiful room in a historic building centrally located just minutes from the castle and the bazaar district of Gjirokaster. Very good breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 22, 2024
Andreas
SwitzerlandPerfect location with ancient flair
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 19, 2024
Julie
FranceEverything was very good !
Perfect location to discover the city, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast on a nice balcony
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 26, 2024
Darian
CanadaEverything was perfect.
The Old Bazaar was absolutely perfect! I wanted to stay in a traditional hotel/house in Gjirokaster and I was not disappointed by the beautiful room -with a small patio and view of the mosque --with its impeccable decorations and gorgeous furniture. The owner has paid attention to every detail, while integrating modern "creature comforts". The bathroom was spacious and had an ample walk-in shower. The common areas for breakfast were absolutely divine with a gorgeous view of the valley below. I cannot rave enough about the hospitality. Both the owner and her staff, especially the evening/overnight doorman host, were beyond kind and helpful. He especially had lots of tips of where to go in town, and was helpful arranging a taxi to my bus, among other things. The breakfast was fabulous and abundant: fruits, cheese, eggs, Albanian pancakes and honey, delicious coffee and fresh cool water from the local spring. Please make sure you eat a lot because the staff puts tremendous effort and love into this breakfast and it shows. I left early in the morning, and the same evening/night host arranged to have the breakfast ready for me an hour early. I hadn't asked, but it was this sort of attention to detail that makes this place very special. I was disappointed only that I had just two nights here and couldn't stay longer in Gjirokastër. It is a charming town with incredible views, and a slow pace. Enjoy your time!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 3, 2024
Mark
United KingdomA bit of outdoor space like a garden to sit in.
Beautiful, historic building in the Old Town. Amazing room - like being a Pasha. Very helpful staff. Good breakfast. Great location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 3, 2024
Tim
NetherlandsNothing.
The people were happy to have us visit for the second time. They helped us out with parking, showed us around the beautiful house, and had our table waiting for breakfast every morning.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 26, 2024
Christine
BelgiumBeautiful old house. Very clean and comfortable. Staff very professional and welcoming. Awesome breakfast. Awesome location 3 min walk from the citadelle/castle. In the old bazaar. Right In the middle of what you need to visit. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 12, 2024
Leesa
AustraliaThere was a musty smell from the rooms bathroom drains, but I guess this is to be expected from an older hotel and location.
Loved the traditional decor and the big spacious room. It’s an amazing location in the immediate vicinity of the old Bazaar. The host at reception and Anilla who handles the bookings, were very friendly, welcoming and accomodating. We had to leave the hotel early on our last day, so they ensured breakfast was ready for us a half hour earlier than the usual time.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 10, 2024
Yanbo
United KingdomShower & toilet.
Good breakfast.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 7, 2024
Rim
IrelandThe location is very central which convenient but too much noise from the center in the evening (music, parties...) not ideal to rest.
Beautiful hotel, rooms are very clean and confortable, the breakfast is lavish and excellent. The staff is absolutely adorable and very helpful
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 18, 2024
Dimitrije
Denmarkn/a
The location is excellent. Close to the fortress, as well as the old town. I loved the old Ottoman-era house and vibe. The view of the mosque from the terrace was just stunning. The hosts were very friendly and acommodating.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: May 17, 2024
Anna
SwitzerlandWeak security (my credit card information was stolen since the hotel was hacked, no compensation disappointingly), poor understanding / communication (I was mistaken for an error that another guest has done)
Location, decoration, breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Stephanie
FranceVery basic breakfast Bad isolation, you can hear everything happening in the street Bad mattress and very thick pillows
Very nice host, perfect location Nice rooms with terrace
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Kenneth
United StatesThis hotel is perfect. I wouldn’t change a thing.
This hotel was absolutely amazing, mostly due to the incredible staff, particularly Anila, who was just the loveliest and kindest of persons. She and her male colleague (I forgot his name) treated us beautifully, including making sure we had something to eat and coffee before our early departure. They know how to provide excellent customer service. The location of the hotel is the best in Gjirokaster, located right in the center of the old city and close to the old house museums, the castle fortress, and the old bazaar and restaurants. You couldn’t find a more convenient location in Gjirokaster. Finally, we had the King Suite (Room 206), which was magical and made us feel like we were back in time and staying like a Pasha in the best room in the city. This hotel was absolutely superb in every way!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Penet
TurkeyI had a great time with my friends. The place is so cool and comfortable!! The place to stay in Gjirokastra🥰. I am coming soon again 😊
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: October 21, 2023
Anna
GermanyBeautiful historic building
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 8, 2023
Corinne
CanadaThe parking is not always free...
Breakfast was amazing and set on nice covered balcony. The staff was welcoming and helpful in giving us recommendations. The rooms are beautiful!!! Like sleeping in a museum
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 18, 2023
Stephen
United KingdomNothing
Great location and very helpful who went above to accommodate an early start on the morning we left. It was the most comfortable bed we had in Albania. The breakfast was really good. Highly recommended
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 12, 2023
Jazz057
FranceNothing.
Very well located, a stone throw away from the Old Town and the Old Bazaar. Very quiet at night. Both building and interior are Ottoman style, which is very charming. The room is comfortable with all the necessities. The Albanian breakfast is massive and tasty, with a view over the mountain and the old Ottoman houses. And, the staff is kind and always willing to help you. Thank you again !
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 8, 2023
Felix
GermanyNothing !
Perfect location, historical building, personnel very helpful and friendly (especially the man on the nightshift). Breakfast typical for Albania: fried eggs, fried sausages, tomato, cucumber, bread and different marmelades. When I asked for gluten free breakfast (celiac disease) they managed to make it possible. I haven't yet found gluten free bread in Albania! They have a few hotel parking spots, but there's also a parking lot right behind the hotel.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Holly
AustraliaBeautiful property, comfortable and lovely staff. Right in the guts of the old town
Stayed in September 2023
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