Rruga Bardhosh Dani 876, 4001 Shkodër, Albania
#7 of 130 hotels in Shkodër
Guests' ChoiceBased on 63 hostel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Laura
BelgiumEverything was perfect <3
A home away from home… I had an incredible time staying at this hostel — it truly felt like home. The owners are extremely caring and make sure you feel comfortable and have everything you need. They also give great advice on where to go, what to do, and even help with booking tours. I kept extending my stay day after day, and would have loved to stay longer if i had more time. Leaving was really hard because it felt like being part of a family. This is honestly one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in, and I’ll definitely be coming back! The location is great — close to the city center, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. There are also many activities to do in the area. If you’re looking for a place where you can connect with others and settle in for a while, this is the perfect spot. And the animals at the hostel bring even more life and warmth to the place!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Baher
AlbaniaEverything's good.
The owner of the place is very respectful and has to talk to others
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Väinö
FinlandThe beds are kinda squeeky and seemingly poor quality. One bathroom was missing the toilet seat and the other was kinda stinky. Still nothing you can't get over for 8€ per night.
For the price it is everything you could ever ask for. The place is clean and the people there are lovely. The main host also goes out his way to give you recommendations where to go in the city and help out his guests in general. The dorms look nice and have balconies. They also have a nice hangout space in the main hall and in the yard where there is also a small swimming pool.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Sam
AustraliaThis is a wonderful hostel located in a nice part of town with everything you’d want or need nearby including a supermarket within a 5 minute walk, bakeries nearby, good cheap restaurants at the end of the street along with a smaller grocery store. Would recommend for any travellers wanting a nice chilled but social time in Shkoder.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Efa
United KingdomHome away from home - beautiful little friendly hostel!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Tara
AustraliaI loved the shower pressure, and the real homey feel of the hostel, the outside area was also really nice. And lots of animals!!!!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Olivia
New ZealandNot a negative but there are 2 bathrooms (shower and toilet in each) so sometimes it can be a few minutes wait but the hostel was full when I was there and it was never a big issue or a super long wait time
I really enjoyed my stay here. It is such a homely hostel and all the staff are so lovely and helpful. It is a good location, 5-10 minutes walk to the main area of Shkoder but also tucked away enough that it was perfectly safe and very quiet. There is good wifi and a space upstairs between the rooms which was great for remote working. They had set up a pool in the yard too which was ideal for hot days. I also needed to store a bag for a few days after I stayed and they were more than happy for me to do so
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Mathilda
AustraliaThe owner was super helpful and friendly. Felt very homey. Nice courtyard to sit in
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Lyla
United StatesNothing
This is suuuuch an amazing place, definitely one of my favorite hostels I’ve stayed in! It’s a small hostel converted from a family home so the feeling is super cozy and warm. What really makes the place special is the manager Dion and the volunteers. They are incredibly kind and helpful people who really care about the guests.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Matthias
Germanyvery social place, easy to meet other travellers. not too big. the owners are very kind and helpful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Clare
United StatesOnly 2 bathrooms, but it worked out fine.
This is such an amazing place to stay. Dion is an amazing host and will go out of his way to organize outings or buses or whatever you may need. Great staff who create the chill, inclusive vibe of this inn. Really enjoyed my stay here!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Anca
IrelandAll was perfect
Very nice, clean and cozy Hostel close to the bus station and city centre. Had a great time with the people there going for a day trip at the lake nearby and Canyon, I totally reccomend the trips they have, renting a bike or playing ping pong in the courtyard. The Staff is very friendly, Dion the owner is very attentive to details and also Cristian is very nice. I would ve wanted to stay there much longer. I felt like home. I liked they have a very well equiped kitchen, a nice living room to chill and garden with flowers and shade, a pingpongtable and cats :)
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 4 July 2025
Alexandra
GermanyIt was wonderful. Super easy to connect and the guy running it goes out of his way to give you a great experience in and about Albania! Highly recommend to go!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Clemence
Franceamazing value for the price, had a great time!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 27 June 2025
Serhii
Ukraine🙂
I really enjoyed my stay here! The place has a calm vibe, a nice chill-out area, a clean and spacious bathroom, and two very friendly owners — Dion and Christian, who made me feel welcome from the first day. Also, bonus points for the ginger cat who guards the place like a furry little king. Definitely a spot with soul.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Carole
FranceNothing
The staff, Dion was very accommodating from start to finish. The hostel is very cozy, very well-located. The evenings felt like little family gathering in the garden. It’s also clean and very comfortable. I had a great stay, and would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Vittorio
ItalyDion is the best host
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Stephens
United StatesA simple dish drying rack would help a lot. A bigger refrigerator would be nice.
Friendly & attentive hosts made it super easy for us to book an overnight hiking excursion in Valbone & Theth. Plenty of space on the property.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Samuel
New ZealandVery nice place to stay in Shkoder. The owners are very friendly and helpful, they booked tickets to Valbone for us and took us on an afternoon trip to a canyon nearby.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Chiu-chu
United StatesLocation : it is close to the bus stations, restaurants, and supermarket . Well centered . Friendly and helpful host Dion: He was very friendly and helpful with the information we needed such you can just buy the bus/boat rides from Shkoder to Valbone directly from him . 2 bus rides and 1 boat went smoothly without any problems. Dion also provided us free service to store our backpacks when we went on the hike from Valbone to Theth. Cleanness :The entire house was basically pretty clean and comfortable. It also proceeded a towel without additional charge . One small recommendation is the kitchen area. It can be a bit more tidy and clean. A dryer rack to place the washed plates near the sink would be helpful. Spacious space : you won’t never feel crowded in this hostel . Lots of common space.2 bathrooms for a private bedroom and 2 dorm rooms is plenty. Overall, a great stay.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 20 June 2025
Joaquín
ArgentinaFriendly and helpful staff
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 4 June 2025
Rachel
AustraliaNothing
It’s a wonderful hostel. Feels like a home (it was a family’s home beforehand and it still feels like it)! Dion the owner is wonderful, very laid back, friendly, with wonderful hospitality. We would definitely come back!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 30 May 2025
Rita
RussiaThis is home away from home! The owner Dion does everything for his guests to feel comfortable. He gives recommendations what to visit, where to go to eat, he has answers to all travelers’ questions) Hostel in villa, so it’s not big (what is good for me at least), but very cozy and comfy. Def recommend this place to stay!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 29 May 2025
Mathias
BelgiumDion wants to create a backpackers paradise, and he’s succeeding. The hostel is amazing, and Dion will go all the way to give you a good time in Shkodar.
Stayed in May 2025
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