Reviews of Guva Mangalem Hotel Restaurant 3 stars
L. Mangalem, 5001 Berat, Albania

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Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFantastic
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Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewEverything, location, hospitality, food.
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Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewSuch a welcome, felt right at home straight away. They cannot do enough for you.Amazing views from the terrace anytime you are there. I wandered up first thing in the morning and had a delightful view as the sun moved across the valley. Building full of character and curios. Climb up not so bad if you take the steps rather than the long slow road. Worth every step to have the views we had from our room and the terrace. Only stayed one night but loved every minute. Highly recommend.
We chose to bring small backpacks from our car for the overnight so weren't dragging up luggage but might be a bit of a climb with lots of heavy bags. Climb =view in Berat though so anywhere with a great view you'll have a steep walk.
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Reviewed: 1 October 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewNice staff, great view, amazing location at the castle mountain in the middle of the town and fair value.
Maybe the toiletries could have been a bit better.
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Reviewed: 24 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 20 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewStunning view from our room, and from the beautiful terrace at the rooftop. Authentic and aesthetic interior, nice breakfast, and a wonderful and attentive host. Would highly recommend 😊
The mattress could have been a bit more comfortable. It’s also quite a steep walk up to the property (but also totally worth that part for the views!)
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Reviewed: 10 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewWe liked everything, Gabriela was a fantastic host, very kind and warm. The room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was lovely, the terrace was very nice. It is a bit of a climb but most hotels are and this one is a worth it and it’s in a nice quiet area.
Thank you for your words and your review! You are welcome 🙂. Gabriela
Reviewed: 14 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewSuper friendly hosts, charming hotel, amazing views. Highly recommended. Super friendly hosts . Climb up to Guva mangalem is not too bad thought its the last hotel on top. The hotel is character-some, nice decorated and the views from the terrace is awesome of Berat. Rooftop terrace has service for food and drinks, great place to spend the evening. We loved the stay here. Special mention goes to owner who made us feel so welcome. She even trekked up the hill with me when I managed to get my mini drone stuck in a tree on the hill beside the terrace. Highly recommend hotel Guva Mangalem.
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Reviewed: 11 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewAmazing hotel. Beautiful view, extremely nice owners, very very clean. Also beautiful decorated. Definitely our first choice next time in Berat.
Absolutely nothing, everything was great.
Thank you for your review and your words. You are welcome 🙂 Gabriela &Viktor
Reviewed: 28 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewEven we came late, kind lady waited fór us. Thanks ;-)
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Reviewed: 28 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewIt’s in the central and close to every sightseeing places. They have a restaurant as well. The staff are so kind.
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Reviewed: 23 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewSuper friendly hosts Gabriela and her family who runs the hotel was the highlight for us. Climb up to Guva mangalem is not too bad thought its the last hotel on top. Me my wife and 2 little kids managed it easily. The hotel is character-some, nice decorated and the views from the terrace is awesome of Berat. Rooftop terrace has service for food and drinks, great place to spend the evening. We loved the stay here. Special mention goes to Gabriela who made us feel so welcome. She even trekked up the hill with me when I managed to get my mini drone stuck in a tree on the hill beside the terrace. :) Highly recommend Gabriela's hotel Guva Mangalem.
Nothing, all was great.
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Reviewed: 21 August 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewIt was a great pleasure for us to spend some nights in this very beautiful historic hotel. You can really feel with how much love the owners of the hotel have furnished and maintain their hotel. It's a must to spend some time there if you are in Berat! We can also recommend the restaurant - especially the restaurant terrace with the view over the valley! Brilliant!
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Reviewed: 18 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe host is an exceptional person. She went beyond her duty and exceeded our expectations. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. We enjoyed the evenings in the terrace. The atmosphere was warm and very welcoming.
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Reviewed: 14 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe hotel is the highest spot hotel on the hill, so one has the old town in the palm of its hand. The hotel is very cozy, landlord nice and views fabulous.
Parking of the car may be little bit tricky since the main road is full of parked cars. Also carrying all the big bags up to the hotel was quite bodybuilding.
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Reviewed: 14 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe view was amazing, from the window of my room I could see all Gorica district. The hotel was traditional and very nice and the ladies which was the owner of the hotel was very polite and friendly.
Everything was perfect
Thank you Aerona! You are welcome . Gabriela 🙂
Reviewed: 14 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewFabulous views of a beautiful city. Situated perfectly amongst restaurants (Lili, right next door, is an exceptional not to be missed dining experience) and above the main avenue. The hostess works around the clock to assure that guests get everything that they need. She deserves a medal
Be aware that if you are walking up from the main avenue (there is no way to drive) especially with suitcases. the climb can be difficult
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Reviewed: 5 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewWe love the room, the location of the hotel and the staff!
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Reviewed: 4 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewFrom the terrace you had a really great view over the city. The owner was so friendly, offered us cold water every day and asked multiple times if we needed anything. The breakfast was also delicious, especially the omelett, homecooked and fresh from the pan! Very reccomendable!
Thank you for your words and your review. You are always welcome. Gabriela 🙂
Reviewed: 3 August 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
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