With the recent tourist boom, Durrës continues to hold the throne of the Albanian capital of tourism. To cope with the ever-increasing number of tourists from many countries of the world, many hotel structures have been built in the city and along the coastline, which welcome tourists who come to our country through charter flights, organized groups, or individual trips.
The “Epidamn” boulevard, which runs through the historical area of the city (otherwise known as Commercial Street), has been revitalized in recent years. Many of the historical buildings of the 20-30s of the last century (properties of merchant families of Durres) have been completely reconstructed to transform into a Boutique Hotel, welcoming foreign visitors in every season of the year.
The price of rooms in most boutique hotels in Durrës in the low season starts from 60-70 euros per night, while in the high season, the prices significantly increase, starting from 90-100 euros and above.
What are some of the most popular boutique hotels & SPAs in the city??
Below, you will find them listed* in alphabetical order, according to the name under which they are registered with Booking.com, one of the largest online travel agencies.
2 KITARRAT Boutique Hotel & SPA
Hotel “2 Kitarrat” is located very close to the coastal promenade, in one of the most beautiful areas of Durrës. 100 meters from the nearest beach and 500 meters from the city center is the perfect choice for those looking for an experience to remember! With the rooms furnished in baroque style, the restaurant with live music, and the SPA, where you can perform body or face treatments according to your preferences, the hotel “2 Kitarrat” is unique. During your stay, you can explore the city and enjoy the beach, thus combining cultural tourism with sunbathing and swimming in the blue waters of Adriatik.
Two hundred eighty customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 9.1 (Wonderful).
The staff is always ready to help, the cleanliness, the proximity of the hotel to the sea and the coastal promenade, where you can admire the magical sunsets, and the services such as the Turkish bath and the jacuzzi are some of the most frequent positive impressions that customers underline about their stay at the hotel “2 Kitarrat.”
Art Gallery Boutique Hotel
Art Gallery is one of the newest hotel structures in the city, opened in 2024. The 4-story building, positioned very close to the Amphitheater and the city center, offers optimal conditions for customers. Its 19 rooms stand out for their elegant design, comfort, and impressive view from their balconies. Only 36 km away from the “Nënë Tereza” airport and very close to the center and the beach of Currila or Kallmi, the hotel is the perfect choice for those who want to explore Durrës, the coastline, or the rich cultural heritage that the 3000-year-old city offers. The hotel has a garden, lounge, terrace and bar. Despite only opening a few months ago, the clients have been diverse from many EU countries and beyond.
The hotel offers an abundant and very tasty buffet breakfast.
119 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 9.7 (Exceptional).
Most of the hotel’s customers appreciate the building’s location, cleanliness, comfort, and the well-educated and friendly staff as strengths of the “Art Gallery.” The modern decor of the rooms and the architecture of the exterior facade have also left impressions on many of the hotel’s customers.
Envy Hotel
Hotel “Envy” is located in the historical center of Durrës, a few meters from “Epidamn” boulevard. With modern and elegant furnishings, the premises of the 4-storey building offer a very comfortable and relaxing stay. Some of the city’s most famous archaeological and historical sites are very close to it, such as the Amphitheater, the Venetian Tower, the surrounding walls, etc. The 4-star hotel offers room service as well as in the standard room. You can admire the city of Durrës from the hotel terrace while consuming a cocktail or drink.
The hotel offers a buffet breakfast or, according to your preference (à la carte).
144 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 9.0 (Wonderful).
The hotel’s position, the elegance and space of the rooms, the very friendly staff, and the delicious breakfast are some of the strongest points of the “Envy” hotel, which are appreciated in most of its customers’ impressions.
Giulia Albérgo Hotel
Hotel “Giulia Albergo” is positioned very close to the city center and some of the most important monuments of the cultural heritage of Durrës. Opened only a few years ago, the hotel has 25 rooms furnished in a neo-classical style. It is the perfect choice for customers who want to combine cultural tourism with beach holidays during their stay. “Giulia Albergo” is located 2 km from Kallmi Beach and 2.5 km from the main beach, two of the most important tourist destinations of the city.
The hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast.
894 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 9.4 (Wonderful).
In most of the impressions, customers express that they like that the hotel is located in the historical center of Durrës. By walking, you can visit a lot of the city. The staff is quite friendly, the rooms are clean, and the hotel is a place where you can find peace.
Hotel Brais
Hotel “Brais” is located in the historical center of the city, very close to the Amphitheater, built in the 2nd century AD, which you can admire from the balcony of the room. Its proximity to the “Epidamn” boulevard dramatically facilitates access to the city center and the coastal promenade. Pleasantly furnished rooms guarantee you a relaxing stay of several days. During the days of your stay, you can explore the city or visit Currila Beach, which is about 10-15 minutes away on foot.
Breakfast is served in buffet or continental form.
135 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 8.8 (Excellent).
Customers value the hotel’s position, the terrace on the fourth floor, the comfort of the rooms with considerable space, and the friendly staff ready to help them the most with their impressions.
Hotel Epidamn Boutique & Spa
Hotel “Epidamn” is positioned in the center of “Epidamn” boulevard, which turns into a pedestrian street at 19.00-23.00 every day during the summer season. Very close to the city’s historical area, the 4-storey luxury building offers easy access to many of the cultural heritage sites of ancient Dyrrah. Customers can use the hotel’s hammam and beauty center (SPA). At the same time, the hotel has a garden, free private parking, a restaurant, and a bar. Only 1.2 miles from the beach of Kallmi and 1.5 miles from the main beach, the hotel “Epidamn” is perfect for customers passionate about cultural tourism, swimming, and sunbathing.
Breakfast is served according to your preferences (à la carte).
1395 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 8.9 (Excellent).
Most clients consider their days spent at the “Epidamn” hotel to be pleasant and comfortable. They also appreciate the luxurious and elegant design of the rooms, the very friendly staff, and the delicious food served at breakfast and in the hotel restaurant.
Hotel Kloest
Hotel “Kloest” is located in Durrës, close to the Venetian Tower and “Veliera” Square. Its proximity to the city’s historical area allows tourists who want to know the 3000-year-old city better to walk only a few hundred meters to visit the 2nd century AD Amphitheater, the Byzantine Forum, the Roman Terms, the Walls and coastal Promenade, etc. The elegant design of the rooms, the spacious spaces, and the panorama they offer make the stay even more pleasant. In addition to other services in the hotel, you will also find an ATM, a photocopier, and a fax machine.
Breakfast is served as a buffet and has a variety of products.
1326 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 9.0 (Wonderful).
Based on their impressions, customers appreciate the hotel’s location, which is very close to the center and the best restaurants, as well as the very caring and professional staff. The very tasty breakfast and cleanliness are other strong points of the hotel, noted by its customers.
Hotel Nais
Hotel “Nais” is located in the historical center of Durrës and offers customers a pleasant stay. With hospitality and a family atmosphere, it is the perfect choice for customers looking for comfortable rooms, accessibility to the city, a quiet place, and full of history. Proximity to the tourist area of Currila, Kallmi, or Plazhi i Madh allows customers to visit some of the most beautiful beaches in the city. The common areas are curated in detail by the careful hand of its owners. The hotel is just a few meters away from the “Epidamn” boulevard, where you can find a variety of souvenir shops, boutiques, bars, pastry shops, etc. j.
The hotel serves a rich breakfast, with cakes prepared at home by Mrs. Lika.
248 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 9.6 (Exceptional).
Based on most of their impressions, customers list the hospitality of the hotel owners as the most vital point of this hotel structure. During summer, on the day of arrival, customers are served iced mountain tea, while in winter, hot tea with lemon is served. The hotel is close to the center, has an excellent staff, has an abundant breakfast, and is clean, which are other positive impressions of the clients.
Hotel Veliera
Hotel “Veliera” is located at the end of “Epidamn” boulevard, very close to the Venetian Tower, “Veliera” square, and the entrance to the port of Durrës. With their elegant furnishings and the view of the central boulevard or the port of Durrës and the sea, the hotel’s family rooms offer you an enjoyable stay. Its proximity to the center and the most important archaeological and historical monuments allows customers to explore the 3000-year-old city, the coastal promenade, or the beach of Currila and Kallmi, as well as to have lunch or dinner in some of the best restaurants of Durrës.
The hotel offers continental or buffet breakfast.
476 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 8.6 (Excellent).
In their impressions, customers almost all agree that the hotel has an excellent location in one of the city’s most beautiful areas. Its other strong points are the space of the elegant rooms, the good breakfast, and the cleanliness.
Hotel Boutique Vila 8
Hotel “Vila VIII” is located in the center of Durrës, very close to the municipality and “Liria” square, in one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. The proximity to the cultural heritage sites of early and late antiquity and the most popular bars and restaurants in the area makes your stay in Durrës and visits to the most visited tourist destinations much more accessible. The hotel is only 1.3 miles from the beach of Kallmi and 1.5 miles from the main beach, so if you want to visit the beautiful beaches of the Adriatic during the summer, the “Villa VIII” hotel is the right choice. The elegantly furnished rooms offer you all the comfort and tranquility you need, away from the crowded areas with vacationers during the summer season.
385 customer reviews on Booking.com (up to the time of writing) evaluate the hotel with a grade of 8.8 (Excellent).
Many of the customers who have left their impressions regarding their stay at the “Vila VIII” hotel would return to stay there again as the staff is very friendly and ready to help, the breakfast is very tasty, and the rooms resemble an oasis of calm.
*The list may be updated in the future with other hotel names
