Lovely guesthouse and hosts were lovely

Stayed in August 2025

Before booking, we read through all the negative reviews about Guest House Mani, so we were curious to see if they were justified. After staying here ourselves, we can confidently say that most of the complaints don’t hold up. here’s our experience: • Parking: It’s true, you can’t park right in front of the guesthouse. However, we parked at this spot (34HR+2VX Gjirokastër, Albania) which is only a 10-minute walk away and completely free. Not a problem for us. • Small Bathroom: Some mentioned the bathroom being too small. We (as a couple) did not experience this as an issue. Sure, you can’t brush your teeth side by side, but for us, that’s really not a big deal. • Room Space: There was a comment about limited space in the rooms. We stayed in the Triple Room with Mountain View, and we had plenty of space for all our stuff (two backpacks). It didn’t feel cramped at all. • Shared Garden: Another point was about the shared garden. We haven’t seen anyone sitting there during our stay, and in any case, the garden is spacious and you also have your own private balcony. • Bathroom Amenities: Someone mentioned a lack of soap, but we had a very different experience. There were three body soaps and two hand soaps provided. On top of that, we were warmly welcomed with cold water, which was a really nice gesture. • Birds: The birds in the garden are a wonderful touch in the morning, creating a peaceful atmosphere. At night, you won’t hear them. So no disturbance at all. We deliberately based this review on the negative comments we had read, but our own experience was excellent. This guesthouse deserves a solid 10/10 recommendation. It’s a charming place, with friendly hospitality and a perfect vibe for exploring Gjirokastër.

Stayed in August 2025

Wonderful room (decoration, comfy bed and very clean)

Stayed in July 2025

Super friendly family, offered water when we arrived. Amazing place, with local decoration. Definatively recommend

Stayed in July 2025

The location is perfect for exploring Gjirokaster, just a short walk to the castle and the bazaar. Host is very accommodating and kind, and the guest house setting is perfect for relaxing in between sightseeing. Would definitely reccommend!

Stayed in July 2025

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This spot is a gem! We stayed here only one night on our way to the coast and would have loved to have more time! It’s so cozy and quaint, great a/c and wonderful hosts! Delicious breakfast in the morning (additional charge) but nice large portions of local dishes. Excellent location near the old town.

Stayed in June 2025

We loved Mani and Lila!! Super helpful and patient with us despite our different languages. We were a bit lost finding the location but they guided us every step of the way. And Mani helped carry our big luggage. View from the rooftop was breathtaking. Great location to tourist attractions.

Stayed in May 2025

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Loved my cosy, comfortable room. Hot water, spotless room and bathroom and friendly family. The WiFi worked perfectly for me. Great location for arriving and leaving gjirokaster.

Stayed in May 2025

Everything was great.

Very warm welcome by the hosts, the rooms were charming, clean and very well located. A very peaceful garden to drink a beer after a day of visits. Amazing guesthouse, would 100% recommend.

Stayed in May 2025

Perfect location run by a very friendly family. Garden was great for lounging after all the walking we did. Highly recommend if staying in Gjirokaster.

Stayed in May 2025

A beautiful guest house tucked away on a quiet side street just off Gjirokastër Old Town, perfect location. The family were incredibly helpful and accommodating, even providing an optional extra breakfast of traditional Albanian tea and food. Rooms were very spacious and comfy, with a stunning view of the mountains and Gjirokaster. The host kindly drove us to pick up our car (a 20-minute walk away) and guided us back after Google Maps kept getting us lost and leading us through the blocked-off, steep streets of the old town instead of the main road. If you're using Google Maps, make sure to follow the main road: Bulevardi 18 Shtatori, then Rruga Doktor Vasil Laboviti. There's an off-road garage outisde where we were kindly allowed to park. Don't park on the main road outside the house though as I think they have tow trucks. Thank you again for saving us and for sharing your beautiful home!

Stayed in April 2025

Great stay in beautiful setting, close to everything and wonderful hospitality

Stayed in April 2025

If we could score Mani Guest House an 11 we would! Peaceful property with exquisite view of the town and surroundings. The family are just amazing too. We opted for the breakfast option at €10 for both of us and it was delicious and plentiful. It's quite close to the old town and castle. It's very steep but walkable and if you want a break from the hill walking there is a local bus that we found in the new town area which is 5 mins downhill walk and is located outside Pasteceri Elefteria and cost us 40 Lek. The locals helped us with which stop to get off for the castle. It's still uphill from there but might save your legs a bit if you are older. If you are lucky enough to find availability here then don't hesitate. Amazing stay

Stayed in April 2025

The owner was very nice and helpful. Clean room and amazing view from the terrace.

Stayed in April 2025

The water in the bathroom drained very slowly, which left the floor a bit wet. However, we were provided with extra towels to manage the situation.

We had a wonderful stay at Mani Guest House, which is conveniently situated near the Old Bazaar and transport pick-up/drop-off points. We took the bus from Berat to Gjirokaster and then headed to Kalambaka, Greece after our stay, so the location was perfect for our travel plans. The host was friendly, making us feel right at home. The room was clean, comfortable, and offered a beautiful mountain view, adding to the overall charm of the stay. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a great location, comfortable accommodations, and friendly hospitality!

Stayed in April 2025

The wifi didn’t work for us. We were connected but it didn’t have any internet connection

The breakfast was a great portion and delicious traditional food. The hosts and staff were all lovely and very accommodating to speak English with us. Room was lovely and a brilliant location, just a short walk from the centre of old town and the bazaar!

Stayed in April 2025

We had a really great time staying here! It’s a small, family-run guesthouse, and the hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming. The parents don’t speak much English, but their daughter does, and she was super helpful in making sure we had everything we needed. They even offered us coffee in the morning, which was such a sweet gesture. The room was really nice and comfortable, and the terrace had an amazing view. There’s also a beautiful garden, which made the whole place feel peaceful and cozy. It’s a simple, homely stay, but that’s what makes it special. If you’re looking for something authentic and personal, this is a great choice. Would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed in March 2025

Great hospitality, clean and tidy, breakfast was very, very nice and everybody was so lovely and helpful.

Stayed in March 2025

Amazing view, very nice and cozy room, Perfect location

Stayed in January 2025

Owners very friendly and helpful!

Stayed in December 2024

Clean room in a charming crafted building. Very good traditional breakfast with very warm, welcoming and helpful hosts!

Stayed in October 2024

Great stay and very lovely family. They helped us when we bumped the car.. super friendly and would highly recommend!

Stayed in October 2024

what a lovely place: little garden, roof terrace, small but very functionable bed room and bathroom, and a very warm welcome from the owner

Stayed in October 2024

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Lovely family owners. Great location in old town. Delicious traditional breakfast. Rooftop had great views.

Stayed in September 2024