I liked everything.

The House is very authentic and peaceful.It is also very clean. The host is very kind and hospitable. You can go to centre by walking.I liked it so much. I recommend that you should stay there.

Stayed in August 2025

One of the most beautiful rooms we have ever stayed in. Such a unique location, rich with character. The staff were helpful and friendly. The lady who made us breakfast was so kind and lovely. The breakfast was large and delicious. The view from the guest house was absolutely spectacular. We couldn't have been happier with our stay here.

Stayed in July 2025

Not so easy to find, but very helpfull neighbourhood to assist. Is part of the charm !

Lovely homestay, very friendly owners. Good location close to the Bazaar and the castle, with a beautiful view over the city. I loved the "Raki with cinnamon" :-)

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was fantastic!

This is such a gem! It is so beautiful - you feel like you are sleeping in a castle and the updated facilities, such as air conditioning and bathroom, are clean and wonderful. It truly is a 10-minute downhill walk to the Bazar and a 15-minute walk to the castle. The hosts are so lovely with Andi even picking us up at the bus station in town. The breakfasts were exceptional with great vegetarian options! This place is clean and beautiful! Highly recommend it.

Stayed in July 2025

I have some suggestions. First, it is very difficult to reach the place if you don't know the city. The owners give indications but still we got lost (and the owners picked us up and took the car for us). I would suggest that a video or even more detailed indications are provided. Second, the room is very big, so it is missing a chair and a trash bin perhaps. Last, since you cannot flush toilet paper, it is essential that the toilet bin is changed daily. These are suggestions to improve, my rate is still a 10.

This is a very especial property with very especial hosts. Delicious breakfast by Albanian family, espectacular views. Real old Gjirocaster house fully renovated.

Stayed in July 2025

The location we found difficult to find up cobble roads, however Nella said to face time her and she would guide us in. Once we got the hang of it we were fine.

Views were amazing Owner and family were incredibly friendly Breakfast was the best yet with homemade honey and jams. Staying in a traditional homecrafted building restored beautifully

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was excellent!

This was such a gorgeous room and location. The host was so personable and helpful and breakfast was delicious! We were only here one night, but it was the perfect place to be!

Stayed in June 2025

Everything was perfect

Amazing room, beautiful view, delicious breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

Unbelievable little suite, clean and well-appointed. Lovely lady running the place that gave us an incredible breakfast as well. The balcony has an incredible view of the town and castle, and only a few minutes walk from the old town.

Stayed in June 2025

What a spectacular place to stay in Gjirokaster! The hosts were so friendly and thoughtful. So much care and love has gone into the guesthouse and property. The view over the city was spectacular. We only planned for a quick stay in Gjirokaster so I regret not having more time to enjoy the beautiful views from the terrace. The room was immaculately clean. Breakfast was fantastic. We loved our stay and highly recommend the property.

Stayed in June 2025

Steep climb by car. Dark at ground level.

Castle view, very nice host!

Stayed in June 2025

Despite being given directions with photos, it’s still tricky to find. It’s worth doing a bit of research on Google maps to try to marry up the instructions/photos with Google maps so you have a sense of where to go. Owner responsive & very helpful when we called to ask if we were in the right place. Beware some switchbacks in the road are too tight to drive round in one go - either shuffle or go further along & do a U-turn to come back & make the switch back turn from the other direction. All good fun! It wouldn’t put me off staying again.

Beautiful stone room with domed ceiling and lovely large feature bed. Room kept cool due to stone construction. Nice shower. Good breakfast. Location close to bazaar (although a bit of a climb uphill - but to be expected in Gjirokaster!) Friendly hosts. Parking was ok, a bit tight/crowded; directions sent by WhatsApp. The drive up was an experience! We found it fun/s challenge but others might see it as stressful.

Stayed in May 2025

Tricky to find using Google maps.

We stayed in the family room, which is beautiful. The Doda family are wonderful hosts, and the views from the room are spectacular. 10 minutes walk into the old town bazaar and 20 from the castle.

Stayed in May 2025

Lovely property owned by a family. When booked remember to check your messages on booking where the owner clearly explains how to get to the property, we didn’t do this and were wondering around until opened the app. Great home made breakfast, lovely people.

Stayed in March 2025

Due to the narrow and steep streets up to the hill, it is better to arrive in daylight and drive up to the guest house. But it is the ‘price’ of the amazing view.

Our hosts are amazing people, our hospitality was great, we had a delicious breakfast on our terrace, with an amazing view! Our duplex apartment was fully renovated and comfortable for 3 people.

Stayed in May 2025

Everything was so perfect!!! The atmosphere, the breakfast, the amazing location - close to the bazaar but still quiet. The rooms are amazing and the hosts are so welcoming and friendly!

Stayed in May 2025

The room could get a bit chilly at night, and the shower runoff often caused water to spread across the bathroom floor, which was a bit inconvenient.

The place is stunning, and the room was uniquely designed, unlike anything I've seen before. The king-size bed was spacious and very comfortable. The guesthouse is perfectly located, just steps from Old Town and Gjirokastër Castle. Breakfast was a highlight, especially the delicious donuts. The hosts were incredibly friendly and welcoming.

Stayed in May 2025

Very bright it the morning - a small curtain would be ideal. Finding the parking was difficult but not impossible. If you are not an experienced driver I would not try and drive here. I would park at the bottom and get a taxi up. The roads are very narrow, steep and windy.

Lovely room and very comfortable bed. Breakfast was fantastic and the hosts are great.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing - everything was perfect!

Very cozy and sparkling clean little duplex apartment up on the hill right above the old town of Gjirokaster. The hosts very super friendly and the traditional Albanian breakfast out on the terrace with the great view of the castle was excellent. Absolutely recommended!

Stayed in April 2025

In the morning, light shines through the curtains which could be more opaque We could hear fainted sound from the lively atmosphere of the old Bazaar

Welcoming and hearty hosts, spacious family room traditionally decorated, well-tended garden with a cute breshka eating the salads, practical terrasse for morning yoga (or other activities)

Stayed in April 2025

It was difficult to get in the place by car but it is super easy and close to the city centre on foot! There was a car closing the road to access the place which was very stressful for getting into the right spot, apart from that I certainly would choose this place again!

The room was clean, bed comfortable and the breakfast was delicious

Stayed in April 2025

This budget hotel offers a lovely view from the balcony, and the duplex room layout was a pleasant surprise. The living room had a great sofa sitting area, perfect for relaxation. However, the bathroom space was quite cramped, which could be uncomfortable for some. The location was a bit tricky to find on Google Maps, but the supportive staff made it easier. It's conveniently walkable from the old town market, which is a big plus. The breakfast served was amazing, a definite highlight of the stay. The initial room booked was small and lacked windows, but the hotel was accommodating and switched it upon request.

Stayed in March 2025

The shower and sink did not have hot water. We didn't have a chance to tell the host before we left, but I'm sure there would have been no issue getting it fixed with enough notice.

The hosts were great. As everyone else mentioned in their reviews, the guest house is VERY difficult to find and get to. After searching for 30 minutes and trying to follow the host's diagrams provided after check-in, we finally had to call the host for assistance. They asked us to share our location and they were there in their car for us to follow within 10 minutes. The room was great and the breakfast was great as well. There's a wonderful view of the castle and town below. Overall, it was a great place to stay and a good value!

Stayed in April 2025

We had a great stay and really enjoyed Doda Guest House! The view from the balcony was incredible, and so was the breakfast. It was close to the main bazaar while still being quiet. The host was very welcoming and kind!

Stayed in March 2025