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Rruga Gjergj Araniti, 9701 Sarandë, Albania
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Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location was wonderful, the host very helpful and kind. The room is spacious and with sea view. There was free private parking place too.
Dear Laura, Thank you so much for your kind words and for the great rating ! 🌟 We are delighted that you enjoyed our location, the spacious sea-view room, and the convenience of private parking. It’s also wonderful to hear that our host made you feel welcome with helpfulness and kindness. We look forward to hosting you again on your next visit to Saranda! Warm regards, The Vive Mare Team.
Dear Laura, Thank you so much for your kind words and for the great rating ! 🌟 We are delighted that you enjoyed our location, the spacious sea-view room, and the convenience of private parking. It’s also wonderful to hear that our host ma… Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewRoom was clean. City & sea view were amazing. Didn't get bothered by the host and they were super nice.
Dear Armir, Thank you so much for your kind words and perfect rating. We’re delighted you enjoyed the room, the views, and your stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! Best regards, Vive Mare team.
Dear Armir, Thank you so much for your kind words and perfect rating. We’re delighted you enjoyed the room, the views, and your stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! Best regards, Vive… Show more
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWonderful stay! Spotless and comfortable rooms with stunning balcony views. The hotel is beautifully decorated with the owner’s own paintings, adding a unique charm. Perfect hillside location with easy parking – rare in Saranda! Friendly owners, great communication. Highly recommend!
Dear Sylwester, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and perfect rating. We’re delighted you enjoyed the comfort, views, and unique charm of the place. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime ! Best regards, Vive Mare team.
Dear Sylwester, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and perfect rating. We’re delighted you enjoyed the comfort, views, and unique charm of the place. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime ! Be… Show more
Reviewed: 14 September 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewNice paintings in the room, very nice and helpful stuff. Outside the room they have washing machine, iron, AC and small kitchen inside the room. We like the balcony with small sea view.
There was no hot water in the shower. The way to the apartment is a bit up hill. Every evening in the room untill 12 am you can hear loud music from the city.
Dear Evelina, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the paintings, amenities, and balcony view, and we appreciate your kind words about our staff. We are sorry about the hot water — during the very busy period it might have run out. The evening music is a summer issue that affects the whole town, unfortunately. Best regards, Vive Mare team.
Dear Evelina, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the paintings, amenities, and balcony view, and we appreciate your kind words about our staff. We are sorry about the hot water — during the very busy period it might have … Show more
Reviewed: 1 September 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewLovely views and beautiful artwork in the stay with great bar above.
Reviewed: 28 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewI had a wonderful stay at this charming family-run property! The room was exceptionally clean, cozy, and had such a unique character with its artistic touches. It truly felt like a home away from home. The attention to detail made the experience even more special. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm atmosphere with panoramic view !
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience ! We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our property.
Reviewed: 23 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewLarge clean room - bottled water supplied. Amazing view. Very kind and lovely people looking after the place. Cafe upstairs with wonderful views.
There are stairs - no lift. Although I received help with luggage. The property is up the hillside - so a bit of steep walking getting up and down to the promenade/restaurants. Shower has no screen.
Thank you so much for your feedback, we are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay !! hank you for sharing your experience and providing detailed feedback. We understand that the stairs and the hillside location might present challenges, and we appreciate your understanding. Regarding the shower, your feedback is noted, and we'll look into possible improvements. THank you.
Thank you so much for your feedback, we are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay !! hank you for sharing your experience and providing detailed feedback. We understand that the stairs and the hillside location might present challen… Show more
Reviewed: 22 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewClean hotel with character and well equipped rooms( AC, fridge,little kitchen).Friendly and welcoming owner. Great location far from the crowds and very loud music. Lovely sea view from a little balcony. Little convenience shops, restaurants within 10 min walking distance. The hotel is situated on a hill so you need to be fit to get there and it takes about 20 min from the town centre and the sea.
If you are noise sensitive, you might need earplugs to fall asleep at night because of the loud dance music from the town.
Thank you for your feedback ! Thank you for taking the time to share it, we truly appreciate it. We are sorry to hear that the noise from the town affected your sleep. The lively atmosphere carries into the night unfortunately, and we understand this might be a challenge for light sleepers. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay over all.
Thank you for your feedback ! Thank you for taking the time to share it, we truly appreciate it. We are sorry to hear that the noise from the town affected your sleep. The lively atmosphere carries into the night unfortunately, and we under… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe owner is a Greek painter: very friendly and welcoming. He is happy to show guests his lovely artworks. Great view of bay. The rooftop bar serves amazing breakfasts.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had the chance to appreciate the artworks. It is great to know that you felt welcomed. We’re also glad you enjoyed the breakfast with view. Your kind words mean a lot to us !
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had the chance to appreciate the artworks. It is great to know that you felt welcomed. We’re also glad you enjoyed the breakfast with view. … Show more
Reviewed: 17 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe room was big and the view was great. Also the staff were super nice and the possibility to use the washing machine is a great bonus.
There was some noise during the night and you have to walk up the hill (but then you get the nice views ofc).
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your feedback regarding the noise and the walk up the hill. We understand that these aspects might affect your experience, and we are grateful for your understanding.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your feedback regarding the noise and the walk up the hill. We understand that these aspects might affect your experience,… Show more
Reviewed: 16 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewI really enjoyed my stay in Vive Mare. Beautiful and clean room with panoramic view, in walking distance from the town centre. The stuff was very friendly and helpful. I would recommend it !
Thank you so much for your fantastic review ! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Vive Mare. It is great to know that our location and the friendliness of our staff contributed to your positive experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review ! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Vive Mare. It is great to know that our location and the friendliness of our staff contributed to your positive experience. Your recommenda… Show more
Reviewed: 12 November 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewGreat views, quiet, spacious, loved the art work. Best roof top bar!
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us! We are really happy you had a pleasant experience :)
Reviewed: 13 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewApartments with beautiful paintings. Staff is very nice and helpful, most do not speak english but communicate well through translate. The painter can show you many of his works. View of the sea and sunset is great. City centre is a short walk away.
Sarande traffic is bad but parking is private and good, although hard to get to. I cant complain, we had a good stay.
Thank you so much for your feedback, we really appreciate it ! We are glad you enjoyed your stay :)
Reviewed: 10 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewEverythings is fine, good host, good view and close to the beach.
I did not like bathroom because it is small and because of open shower everything gets wet.
Thank you very much ! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we are grateful for your feedback. We are going to sort out the open shower situation soon. :)
Reviewed: 9 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewBreakfast in a bar in same Building
All Is very good
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us ! We are so grateful for your king words :)
Reviewed: 30 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewLocated just near the city centre and sea side, this house provides you great hospitality. Popi, despite the language barrier, was very helpful. The room was very clean, cosy and we really enjoyed the view. I would definitely recommend it!
Thank you very much! We are happy you enjoyed your stay !
Reviewed: 19 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewThe room was big and had a nice view.
There is no reception. The only people at the hotel tried to be helpful but do not speak English. The entrance is not marked so be sure you contact the owner before arrival.
Thank you very much ! Regarding the location, we do not have a reception as we are a family run townhouse. Our entrance point is the homonym "Vive Mare cafe" and we do send to the guests a message with intstructions before the check-in. :)
Thank you very much ! Regarding the location, we do not have a reception as we are a family run townhouse. Our entrance point is the homonym "Vive Mare cafe" and we do send to the guests a message with intstructions before the che… Show more
Reviewed: 13 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewThe hosts were very warm and welcoming. Even with language barrier they made everything easy and comfortable.
Thank you very much !