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Reviews of The Bearded Dad Hostel

Rruga Hamid Shijaku, Vila 13, 1001 Tirana, Albania

#68 of 305 hotels in Tirana

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 145 hostel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: April 30, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Caravan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super friendly staff, easy to meet other travelers, good location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    10
    A great place to enjoy Tirana and socialise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Caravan
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nights can be sometimes loud, especially with karaoke nights. But it really wasn't a problem.

    The staff are all amazing, but the cooks might be even better. The breakfast was ways a great start to the day. Showers and toilets were always avalible and a shot of raki costs 1 euro. They also seem to always organise events, in the two days we were there we saw a karaoke night, dinner party and pub quiz. It is a great place to socialise. I also saw a pretty cool lizard.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    10
    A bit cold, but nonetheless the best hostel I’ve stayed at so far.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only small complaint I could give is that the rooms are very cold if it’s not summer season, and if you happen to get cold very fast this might be an issue. Especially on the top bunks, it tends to be even colder. But pack warm and you’ll be fine.

    What I liked most was: 1) the staff there - amazing, friendly, felt like hanging with family. They tried their best to make our stay feel magical. But also 2) sitting on the terrace upstairs in the morning, having a cup of coffee and chatting with other travellers was absolutely magical. Feels like you’re just chilling at home on a couch on the balcony, fresh air, blankets - can’t brag enough. All these aside, the activities were cute too, there was a quiz night and a social night with another hostel in the city. It was both very chill but also very entertaining at the same time.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I had a great time in this hostel. The staff is super friendly and they make you feel like home. My flight arrived late but they arranged a taxi for me and waited for a late check in (thank you Adrien). The room was comfy and espacious and I loved the terrace.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Caravan
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would be nice if there was drinking water

    Nice Hostel with good social atmosphere, good volunteers and nice comunal áreas with a good kitchen and comfortable beds. Nice location close to the centre as well.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 4, 2025

    10
    You’ll never stay in a place like this. Seriously.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were a bit cold as the building doesn’t have insulation. It will be no problem in any other seasons.

    Fantastic staff who made me feel right at home. I will never forget about the jackbox game session. Good breakfast where people get connected and also very nice family dinner.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's terribly cold! The hostel owner needs to come up with something. At least fix the air conditioners, which do not heat the second floor at all. Wi-Fi on the second floor is very poor.

    Location, all amenities 10/10. The staff deserve all the stars because they do everything possible to make the guests comfortable. I felt at home. I only booked for one night, but ended up staying for another week. Hostel guests from different countries find it very easy to find interlocutors and travel companions. There is breakfast in the morning. In the evening you can buy dinner.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great work by the entire hostel team; from the very first moment, you feel good there. The hostel is clean and has both indoor and outdoor spaces for meeting other travelers. Thank you!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The people in the hostel are defs a highlight

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing I didn’t like

    The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The hostel was tidy and very comfortable. It had everything that I was looking for in a hostel :)

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2024

    10
    A must-stay hostel in Tirana
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn't like how short my stay was

    Jacob is a god amongst men. This hostel is the bee's knees.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous hostel with nice international vibes, clean and convenient located in Tirana. Recommend it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A bit small size bathroom but can cope if you are not a XXX size. Perhaps a noise-curfew after 11pm or 12am?

    Fantastic international atmosphere and excellent location in the city. A short 10min walk and you are in Skanderberg Sq. An good arrange of volunteers from over the world helping at the hostel. Available some free stuff if someone need it and even some evening left-over food and cake. Evening supper (normal and veggie) prepared by Diego ,at a small cost, was delicious. Thanks to Jacob, Diego and Kiki for nice conversations during my stay. Local breakfast-style in the morning. Quiet street and lower beds with curtains. Available luggage storage on the last day. Day trips are advertised in reception. Alternatively some guests decided to do activities in groups. Outside balcony and patio-terrace for late drinks if the weather is pleasant.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2024

    8.0
    Great hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No place to put your stuff in the bathroom and no privacy there.

    Jacob is great, comfortable bed, very social!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: October 21, 2024

    10
    Great place to stay in Tirana
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place to stay in Tirana. The staff is very welcoming and thoughtful. The hostel is so tidy and neat. The breakfast is amazing and lovely dinner is served at the hostel. I do recommend staying here.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great community and welcoming vibe with excellent recommendations from the staff. Staff were super friendly, helpful and available when needed.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 3, 2024

    9.0
    Good place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None.

    Its a few minutes walk to Skanderberg Square. Close to shops and restaurants. Hostel staffs and volunteers are friendly and very accomodating. Breakfast is okay. They prepare dinners too and have a mini bar in the garden area.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This was the best hostel!! The breakfast and dinners were delicious, staff is incredible and helpful, and the vibes were so good. It’s a very social hostel & I had the best time!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathrooms could have more hangers for towels and personal items.

    I've felt very welcome here! The staff was great, helpful and very friendly. I had dinner and breakfast there and both delicious! I loved the “no shoes indoors” rule, so they provide lots of slippers for guests to wear, you really feel at home very easily. Only stayed for one night, I would gladly stay for a longer period.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super friendly and helpful staff. We had a communal dinner each night which was great for chatting to other travellers.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    10
    Great stay in the heart of Tirana
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I wish there would be more hangers inside the showers. Other than that, there is nothing else to report. Bom trabalho!

    The staff (Jacob, Nick, and Sarah) were friendly and made me feel at home. Met nice travelers during my stay. It's super clean pretty much all the time. The location is perfect. Minutes away from one of the main streets and in a quiet neighborhood.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to say it was perfect. And big plus for the breakfast that is really good.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Absolutely loved this hostel! very social yet chill vibe and the staff are so nice and helpful. The dinners they make were also very very good

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2024

    9.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beds are a bit wobbly and would be better with curtains so you could actually use your bedside lamp and not disturb others.

    Good location, strong AC in the rooms and clean bathrooms. Loved that everything was separate (individual toilet, showers, sinks).

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2024

    10
    Amazing Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. I wish all hostels were run like this one. Thank you

    Great Hostel with such a warm and friendly atmosphere. Everything you could possibly need and made to feel like part of a family.

    Stayed in August 2024

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