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Reviews of El Nacional Hotel 4 stars

Gjirokaster, 6001 Gjirokastër, Albania

#22 of 85 hotels in Gjirokastër

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Review score

Based on 48 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    8.1

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The breakfast is not so great

    The staff were friendly and helpful. Aqhi is the staff to go to for hidden gems in South Albania, he gave excellent insights on where to visit in Albania.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a little confusion on the booked rooms. On booking.com it was two rooms, which counted for three for the hotel, due to it being adjoining rooms.

    Nice pool. Breakfast buffet gives you a choice what to eat. Very helpfull staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    Very pleasant stay in Hotel « El Nacional »
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All was fine. If just one point of improvement, the air conditioning seems centrally controlled and possible to regulate individually only at night. It worked well two nights but the last night it was not possible for us to regulate. Not a big deal but could be annoying in very warm nights.

    Family business with very committed and nice personnel, which constantly make the effort for the customers to feel at ease. Spacious and nice rooms, all very clean. Nice breakfast. We enjoyed much the swimming pool, that is big and deep, specially as the weather has been really warm during our stay. The location feels a bit strange at the beginning, as the hotel is directly on the road but it is finally ok and very convenient to visit Gjirokaster and the surroundings. Overall, very good quality for the money. We have enjoyed a lot our stay

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful alternative just outside of Gjirokaster
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean rooms, friendly staff, big clean pool. Breakfast was nice.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Airconditioning was centrally regulated- often locked during day time. This was probably to limit energy waste and costs. As such, in the evening it took a while to lower the room temperature.

    Breakfast was good. Staff was very helpful. Pool was very clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very kind staff, clean. The swiming pool appreaciable

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is not the best, but we enjoyed the place as a stop and go.

    Clean, big rooms and very nice staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor breakfast, bathroom

    Pool, staff, bed

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A wonderful and very well-organized hotel. The rooms were clean and tidy, and the pool was beautiful and very relaxing. The staff were extremely kind and helpful. The breakfast was delicious, rich, and varied. I highly recommend this hotel, and I will definitely come back again! 🌷

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2025

    10
    You will like the hotel !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good localization, super swimming pool, comfortable room, delicious breakfast and very nice hotel staff. As a family we had a very good time staying at the hotel with a beautiful panorama for the mountains.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They made us feel like home

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is welcoming and ready to help you. It's placed on the road so it is practical if you're heading somewhere else the next day and 10 mins far from Gjirokastër.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of choices for an evening meal

    Staff very friendly and helpful. Clean and modern

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2025

    9.0
    An excellent stopover
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff very friendly and helpful, 24 hr reception. Private parking The swimming pool looked quite inviting but I didn't have time to use it. Good breakfast. The room was excellent. Good as a base to explore the area or as a relaxing overnight stop.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Definitely best hotel in Southern Albania!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing, I really don't know what could be improved in this perfect hotel.

    Absolutely perfect, best hotel during one week trip to Albania: new hotel, perfect location, free parking, beautiful modern interior design, spacious rooms, comfortable bed, huge TV screen, spotlessly cleaned room, great breakfast area with a great buffet. And last but not least: amazingly friendly and motivated staff!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    10
    Stay here in Gjirokaster!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was perfect.

    This beautiful hotel in Gjirokaster did not disappoint. The rooms were moderns and comfortable. The parking is easy and the pool is very nice. The owner of the hotel and his staff were really amazing and friendly. I highly recommend this hotel if you plan to visit this Albanian city.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2024

    10
    Excellent 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing much.. shower curtains might help so water is not splashed

    Convenient location on highway with good facilities and amazing Mountain Views.ample parking space

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2024

    10
    Staff here were super - clean, comfortable hotel with easy car access to Drino Valley sights
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The warmth of the staff puts this up a notch - extremely pleasant, professional and helpful with recommendations. The room was clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was solid. If you're going by car and trying to visit a few places around the Drino Valley, this is almost certainly the most convenient spot. A lot of new amenities (central heating/AC, rainfall showers) were nice, though a little complicated to figure out, but staff got it sorted. Very good hotel at a solid price.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Kettle provided but no tea or coffee, though provided later free from reception. Fridge not working. Bathroom items not fully functional.

    Good facilities including swimming pool. Comfortable bed and good-sized quiet room with view. Breakfast adequate. Good value.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    10
    Awesome hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    You felt welcomed soon as you walked in. Great place to stay outside of the city center.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    10
    from the beginning of arrival until our departure we felt welcome. Gladion the owner knows like no o
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    we had a bathroom without a shower wall, something we are not used to. so everything was wet, but.. they immediately offered a new room. so great!

    fantastic new hotel, clean, top hospitality good location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    10
    Wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The staff were incredibly caring and attentive, always ensuring that everything was perfect. The breakfast was delicious with a great variety of options to choose from. The highlight was definitely the stunning view of the mountains – a perfect way to start each day. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable experience!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    9.0
    Nice and comfortable place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel was modern, super clean, excellent breakfast and the swimming pool is a nice extra!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    9.0
    Very nice and recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was very big and clean. The swimming pool with clean cool water. Very friendly and helpful staff. 10 minutes driving from Gjirokasta old town.

    Stayed in August 2024

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