Albanian Riviera

Travel Guide

Aerial view of Sarande in Albania
Aerial view of Sarande in Albania
Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting.
The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection).  #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #History
Beach only reachable via a dirtroad..
Beach in Ksamil. Small town near Saranda, and very very close to Korfu. Right there i met a man from Kosovo, which has a wife from Kraków. Uncommonly you can talk with Kosovar in Polish :)

Where to stay in Albanian Riviera

A panorama aerial view across the pool fed by the Blue eye spring in Muzine, Albania in summertime

Kodrra

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Kodrra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal.

Kodrra
Sunset Terrace Viewpoint Between Ksamil and Sarandë, Albanian Riviera

Qender

5/5(1 area review)

Qender might not have many top sights, but Sarande Ferry Terminal and Port of Sarandë are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Qender
Blue Eye spring and river in Albania, Saranda area.

Qafë e Gjashtës

When in Qafë e Gjashtës, you can plan a visit to Castle of Lëkurësit and Sarande Ferry Terminal, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Qafë e Gjashtës
Julia Hotel

Julia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
The price is RM176 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
RM176
RM211 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Sarandë ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
Albi was great he was there for breakfast everyday and if we needed something he got it done. Being here during off season was probably not the best as a lot of things were closed and this is the time they do maintenance and upgrades so our last breakfast was in a bit of a construction zone. Bed ...

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Julia Hotel
San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Rruga Mitat Hoxha Sarandë
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)
Room was spotless, the staff were amazing. The breakfast was great and everything was really good

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only
Hotel Luxury

Hotel Luxury

4 out of 5
Rruga Jul Cezari Ksamil
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Great hotel and staff

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Luxury
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marku Apartments

Marku Apartments

3 out of 5
Rruga baba Sherifi, Ksamil 9706, Albania Ksamil Vlorë
Stay at this beach apartment in Ksamil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Butrint National Archaeological ...
This apartment doesn’t exist is fake they took my money and they destroyed my vacation.terrible experience

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2023

Marku Apartments
Apart-Hotel Lili2

Apart-Hotel Lili2

4 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castle of Lëkurësit and Mango Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Amazing view, great hotel, in a great location. Definitely recommend this hotel. And so clean.

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Apart-Hotel Lili2
Green Garden Villa

Green Garden Villa

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Ali Pasha Ksamil Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Ali Pasha Castle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
My only compliant was that there were ants entering the Apt in the kitchen area. The property is filled with plants and fruit trees etc, they may have been entering through a wall. Keep things clean and place food in the refrigerator or you will share your food with the ants. You also must drive ...

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2024

Green Garden Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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