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The 10 Best Hostels in Gjirokastër, Albania

Some of the best backpacker spots in Gjirokastër

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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.

At the hostel, the rooms are equipped with a patio with a city view. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe.

The host was amazing. The location is just at the center and you feel like a family member since you arrive!

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9.3
Superb
129 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of city, Trigona Hostel is set in Gjirokastër, 44 km from Zaravina lake. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Lovely warm hospitality, nice décor, rooftop and bathrooms, and great air con. Overall, a pleasant, comfortable vibe.

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9.1
Superb
404 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

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. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

A nice view of the Castle. Hostel is owned by a local family and they are very friendly.

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9.3
Superb
637 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a microwave, a stovetop, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. The rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and selected rooms also boast city views. At the hostel the rooms have bed linen and towels.

Really one of the best hostel I have ever been. Amazing breakfast, free walking tour .

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9.6
Exceptional
839 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated in Gjirokastër, 43 km from Zaravina lake, B Vishe Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free private parking. The air-conditioned rooms provide a mountain view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

At the hostel, every room comes with a balcony. At B Vishe Guest House rooms are equipped with a TV, a private bathroom, and a terrace with a city view.

The view from the terrace is stunning and I wanted to spend so much more time there! Would be amazing if there were breakfast that could be served on the terrace. The room is on the small side but decorated very nicely with modern and fancy-feeling touches. Really great value for the price I paid.

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9.3
Superb
93 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Hostel Mateo has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Gjirokastër. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy an à la carte breakfast.

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10
Exceptional
2 reviews
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£15
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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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Hostels that guests love in Gjirokastër

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    Walter and his staff were amazing. Location is 10/10. I loved the vegetarian breakfast and the activities the Hostel organised. Best hostel I have been to, ever. Really social and I think it is because Walter knows how to get people connected. It was just amazing in general. I will come back for sure!
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    Elias
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £47.22
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 292 reviews
    The best hostel in Gjirokaster. Very good hospitality, delicious food and wonderful staff, I recommend it
    Elion
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    its clean and neat and staff is really helpful. breakfast was tasty. Walter did an amazing job with walking tours. He knows what he’s doing :). one of the best hostel’s I’ve ever been to. definitely I’ll come back!
    Talha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £34.35
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 129 reviews
    The place was great! The owner and his family are doing a great job with their business. They made me feel like being at my own home! I am also working as a digital nomad and the owner made sure to create my own spot, where I can work in peace. Generally, these guys make everything possible to make you feel welcome and I home. I definitely recommend it, if you go to Gjirokaster, It's ine of the best hostels I've been ao far
    Hristo
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    Everything I met amazing people The place is decorated so nice Best breakfast So clean Friendly staff Couldn’t ask for more seriously. Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at and I have stayed at so many
    Phoebe
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    Epic location to old town. Great comfy beds and cleans bathroom facilities. Nice indoor and outdoor space to socialise. Every day there is some kind of activity, happy hour, day tour, dinner etc. Great breakfast, even got a fried egg. Best hostel I've stayed in Albania for sure.
    ceyda
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    With all honestly this was the best hostel I have ever stayed in! The owner Walter had a wealth of knowledge of the best spots and offered an incredible off road tour. It was easy to make many good friends with all the activities organised. And Brenna’s breakfast cooking is next level!
    Isabel
    People with friends
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. The perfect location to tour Gjirokaster, and also the most beautiful terrace to relax and do your thing. The set up of the hostel allows for a community environment but also for you to do your own thing if you want. Loved it.
    Alison
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 839 reviews
    Great hostel in Gjirokastra, nice and helpful hosts, great location, new facilities and a large, beautiful room with castle views! They even prepared a packed breakfast for us as we were leaving very early in the morning <3.
    Diego
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £21.47
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 404 reviews
    The best hostel i have ever been! Host the best, inside beutiful, outside great view on the balocony! I will come back for sure! ♥️
    Teresa
    Young couple