Reviews of il bel tramonto

I spent a long time choosing a hotel in Vlora, carefully reading reviews and looking at photos. The reviews for Il Bel Tramonto really surprised me — they were so enthusiastic that I decided to book this hotel. And it exceeded all our expectations! The hosts are incredibly hospitable, welcoming us as if we were their relatives or best friends. The room had a stunning sea view. Breakfasts and dinners were very delicious. I’m now recommending this hotel to all my friends and acquaintances, because I’ve never experienced such warmth and hospitality anywhere else. A huge thank you to the hosts for our unforgettable stay! We would be happy to come back again!

The only small downside is that the hotel is located quite high on the hill, so walking up can be challenging. However, once we rented a car, this was no longer an issue.

The view was great, the staff was very nice. We also enjoyed the breakfast with its daily homemade cakes.

Nothing. Maybe advicing the guests who drive to take the second less steep hill to go up to the hotel, the other one is difficult to drive if you are not used to drive uphill.

Staff (the couples) is really kind and helpful

It doesn’t have a lift and we were in floor no. 3 which made us too difficult to take up our bags. We also didn’t get hot water for a shower for likely some reasons. Moreover, I didn’t like the location of the property as it is too higher than the center and the path is difficult to reach.

The owners are exceptional. They treated us like family . Amazing service, the food was incredible!

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The view from the room was amazing.

The wifi wasn’t working in our room.

The see view was incredible

It was difficult to access it by a certain road but the main road is accessible

We had a sea view appartment and the view was stunning. Breakfast was good and enough with a good mix.

Very kind and helpfull people. The food was amazing!

No complains!!

Our stay was absolutely magical and exceeded every expectation we had. This place is a true gem, and we're already wishing we could have stayed longer. First, the location is breathtaking. Perched on a hill, the view from our balcony at sunset, watching the sun dip over the water, was simply majestic. We had booked a sea-view room, and the panoramic vista of the city and the sea was absolutely stunning. Beyond the views, the room itself was a sanctuary—immaculately clean, quiet, and furnished with very comfortable beds. One of the highlights was the excellent homemade breakfast. We especially appreciated how fresh and lovingly prepared everything was. The homemade jams (fig, cherry, and apricot) were so delicious that we couldn't resist buying some to take home with us! What truly made our stay unforgettable, however, were the hosts, Linda and Tato. They are the heart and soul of this place. Their warmth and kindness are truly special. As they speak Italian, it was wonderful to converse with them, and I particularly enjoyed a great conversation with Linda about the Italian influence in Vlorë. Their hospitality extended to our whole family in the most amazing way. We were amazed when our six-month-old son, who is usually very shy even with family, went straight to Tato and was happy to just relax with him. Both Linda and Tato kept our son happily entertained, allowing my partner and me to enjoy the delicious breakfast in peace. It’s rare to meet people with such genuinely kind hearts. We left feeling completely refreshed and cared for. This was more than just a stay; it was a beautiful experience. We cannot recommend it highly enough.

Nothing - Not that the hosts can help it but It's worth noting for future guests that while the direct road up is steep, there is a much more manageable alternative route so ake sure your mavigation does take you straight up.

Beautiful view from our room, very friendly staff. Nice spacious room and bathroom. Variety of food served at breakfast.

Has a very steep hill up to it which was not a problem for us but could be hard for some people.

The hotel is in a great location, offering views of the city, the sea, and the mountains. It’s clean and quiet, with very comfortable beds. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was excellent. We especially appreciated that the food served in the mornings was homemade and fresh. We had booked a room with a mountain view, as other options were unavailable at the time. However, I would highly recommend choosing a room with a sea view—the panoramic view of the city and the sea from the hotel is absolutely stunning.

Family run hotel just out of town with amazing views and very peaceful. Breakfast very good too.

The road up was rather hairy in the first run but ok when you realised where you were going the next time. Very steep road and walking was hot.

Very attentive and friendly staff. Beautiful views from the room and balcony. Breakfast was delicious!! Everything was perfect. Tip: it's best to enter through Rruga Petro Marko.

Breakfast was amazing, and the staff as well. Fantastic hospitality.

This was an amazing stay, the owners are so friendly, incredibly hospitable, and made a delicious breakfast! The highlight of our trip was drinking a fantastic bottle of Tuscan wine while overlooking the city at night. They even made us a hours d’oeuvre tray to go with it! The room was fantastic, clean, and comfortable.

The only thing to overcome is the hotel sits high on a steep hill - this is a big plus for the unobstructed view, but if you don’t have a car it will make access challenging. However, they didn’t let us walk after we were dropped off as we had young children - they drove us to their favorite restaurant and picked us back up!

Everything was great, the people who run the place are so kind and helpfull, the room was clean, beds comfortable, the view from the balcony is amazing, the breakfast and dinner very tasty, cooked fresh at the villa, the location is close to the sea, to restaurants and bars, just down the hill, the way down is a bit steep but a little fitness was not bad, the sandy beach with shallow warm water, the waves, the nightlife.

I stayed here two nights together with my 2 boys. It was totally amazing and beyond our expectations. We already had nice online contact before our arrival. After a long day travelling and driving the steep hill. We were welcomed like family. We got some refreshing water to relax and enjoyed the most amazing view of the sunset on the terrace. The room was cozy, clean and with a very welcome airconditioning, refrigerator and again a balcony with extrodinary view. The beds were good and the sheets and towels very soft and clean. The dinner (traditional food) was delicious! The owner very helpfull and friendly. The breakfast buffet was very extended and my boys even got fresh bakes pancakes. The owner helped me with my car (not a very good driver on hills and parking in narrow spaces). He and his family really treated us as family and no question was too much to ask. He showed us a alternative road downstairs, which was a relieve. I really recommand this place if you like a quite stay, away from the crowed, with a breathtaking view and lovely, friendly owners. I sure did! And would love to come back some day.

Nothing...well maybe the steep hill (nothing the owner can fix) , but the alternative road is manageable...

If you're considering staying here, take a minute to read this review or just go ahead and book right now—you won't regret it and might even extend your stay! Il bel tramonto, exactly like the name has the most breathtaking view in Vlore, with sunsets that are truly spectacular. The host family is incredibly friendly and service-oriented; they attended to our every need and prepared the most delicious meals. We enjoyed breakfast every morning (we looked forward to it each morning) and had dinner there, which felt like a grand feast at unbelievably reasonable prices. It was delicious, family homemade Albanian food. The rooms are beautifully renovated, thoughtfully planned, and equipped with everything you might need. The entire experience was incredibly cost-effective—we would have gladly paid three times as much for such a stay. I stayed here with my mother, and both of us, despite having traveled all over the world, can confidently say this was the best hotel and stay we've ever had. We will miss the entire family and hope to come back one day, as they were all incredibly kind. Such warmth and hospitality are rare in life, and we are profoundly grateful. We highly recommend booking this place—it's an experience you won't want to miss!

Beautifully styled house, nice area for breakfast and breakfast itself.

Road may be challenging for some cars, very steep

Amazing people are running this place, gorgeous views. Breakfast was lovely and they were helping where needed. Little steep walk up, but not bad for fitness. Or car use.