Name: Villa Gjeçaj Guesthouse and Restaurant
Address: Center Theth, 4027 Theth, Albania, Center Theth, Shkoder County, 4027, Albania
Rating: 8.8

Villa Gjeçaj Guesthouse and Restaurant

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About this property

Located in the village of Thethi, family-run Villa Gjecaj is set within Thethi National Park, famous for its natural beauty. This complex which includes a traditional stone house and a newly constructed building. There is an outdoor kitchen with a traditional oven and barbecue facilities in the spacious lush garden with table and chairs. WiFi is provided in common areas and free of charge. Renovated in 2016, the rooms at Gjecaj Villa are simply furnished and fitted with hardwood floors and wooden furniture. The private en-suite bathrooms are fitted with a shower. Some rooms feature a balcony and views of the valley. The on-site restaurant specialises in Mediterranean and traditional dishes made from the local produce which are available for lunch and dinner, while laundry and ironing service are available upon request and for an additional cost. Breakfast is included in the room rate. There is a church and some other historic sites, as well as a rich natural beauty that can be enjoyed in the near vicinity. Thethi, Valbona and Vermoshi offer hiking opportunities, while the Waterfall of Thethi, 3.5 km away, is locally famous for being the most beautiful site in the Albanian Alps. Shuttle services are available upon previous request and at a surcharge. The city of Shkodër is 72 km away and features restaurants, bars and markets. Podgorica Airport is 96 km away, while Tirana Airport can be reached in 170 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

- Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)
- Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
- Breakfast info
- Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet
- Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony 1 extra-large double bed
Triple Room with Balcony 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Rita
Israel
“We realy liked the place! Stayed here for one night. The location was great, the room was perfect, the balcony had agreat view. Breakfast was local and very good ;-)”
Ziad
Germany
“Everything, super nice location, staff were unbelievably friendly and welcoming! Food at the restaurant was great, we didn't eat anywhere else and the breakfast was good!”
Alexander
Germany
“Really beautiful location and building featuring lots of animals and cute kids.”
Ryanne
Netherlands
“It is a family run business run by the loveliest people with the greatest love and car.”
Sophie
United Kingdom
“The setting is stunning and the food was some of the best we had in Albania. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming! Room was perfect for what we needed and the balcony was so sweet, with a great view.”
Ian
United Kingdom
“The location is perfect, with stunning views. There is parking available. The bed was super comfortable, plenty of sheets were offered because the heating was not working at the time. The staff were exceptional. Helping in every need and cooking...”
Michael
Australia
“The food was very good (don’t miss the stuffed eggplant!) and the staff were super friendly. In fact, the hostess and her friend spent half an hour fixing a broken zipper on my clothing!”
Dennis
United Kingdom
“The host was very kind and welcoming. The food served in the restaurant was exceptional, as it was homemade. The rooms were clean with great facilities and a spectacular view from the balcony. Breakfast was perfect and there were plenty of parking...”
Matti
Netherlands
“Great room and stay in general, there is on site parking but its up a dirt road, as long as you drive carefully basically any car should be able to get up there. Food is amazing, and staff very helpful and nice, great place to stay when hiking the...”
Flynn
Australia
“Held our bags for us while we hiked, extremely good service, very comfortable & cosy property and rooms, yummy breakfast & good dinner place on sight.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Aida Gjeçaj

9.4

Host review score

Aida Gjeçaj

Villa Gjeçaj is a gem located in the heart of Thethi valley and National Park, famous for its beauty; only 250 meters from the village center. Villa Gjecaj is inspired by traditions, by the picturesque scenery around Thethi National Park and it is animated by the spirit of innovation and cordiality. Amongst the peace and tranquility of the surroundings, the fresh air, and pristine beauty where nature reveals its stunning elegance, you have the chance to enjoy a traditional kitchen with homemade food and comfortable rooms to embrace yourself. Villa is a newly constructed accommodation from 2014 and reconstructed lately, a chalet-style, with five contemporary furnished rooms. Most rooms feature a balcony with a valley view. Double and junior suite rooms suitable for couples or small families with modern farmhouse decor. Each of Villa Gjeçaj unique rooms is a tribute to the nature and cultural heritage of the area itself. The rooms feature plenty of natural materials and wood, as well as breathtaking views of the valley, of the nearby river and mountains, and with the river’s sound in the background. The breakfast and dinning area is at an open space with tables in the garden.

Your host at Villa Gjecaj will be from a young family, Petrit's family, from Aida and the daughters. They both have a clear vision for the future of tourism in Theth and especially of the growth of their agribusiness. They are innovative and flexible. They show great hospitality and are helpful in every moment. Communication is the strongest skill they have. Petrit & Aida are raising three beautiful daughters together and they hope to grow more. You will feel the Albanian welcome in a family-friendly environment with small children around, the smile and availability of Aida at any time for anything you must need to be solved during your stay at his guesthouse. You can feel free to ask for transport arrangements, mules or horses to carry your luggage, local transfer to Blue Eye or toward the city, food limitations,s and so on.

Our house is placed in the center of the small valley but in a position where you can see all the down valley. You can go to the church, museum or Lock-in Tower in 15 minutes easy walking. Grunasi waterfall is just 40 min from Church square. Next to our house, 10 min walk, there is a traditional mill next to the river and a bridge. We like to go there for a relaxing walk or for a Pic-Nik. Just close to the center of the valley but in total privacy and close to nature. From the bridge, you can have beautiful photos of the river and nature. Then, going down to the river, you can feel the cold water and enjoy nature and the sun. For 20 min easy walking you can reach the waterfall with our family name, Gjecaj Waterfall, close to the main road. The guesthouse location is evaluated as a great location for the people planning to hike the Valbona Pass too. Families like to have swimming activities next to the Gjecaj waterfall or just next to the river wherever can be found some water pools suitable for swimming.

Languages spoken: English,Italian

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Villa Gjeçaj Restaurant
- Cuisine
  Mediterranean • Local
- Open for
  Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- Ambiance
  Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary options
  Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

Villa Gjeçaj Guesthouse and Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 18:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years

Cot upon request

Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Now, from 2021, the access road to Thethi National Park and valley is all paved/ asphalted.

Please inform Villa Gjeçaj Guesthouse and Restaurant in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.