Eight cities · one country

From Ottoman stone to Ionian shore.

A field guide to Albania's most beautiful cities — and where to stay in each.

Tirana
City · Cafés · Art

Tirana

Vibrant capital, nightlife & culture

Stays
184
Best Season
Apr–Oct
From
40
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Sarandë
Beach · Nightlife

Sarandë

The Albanian Riviera's crown jewel

Stays
142
Best Season
Jun–Sep
From
47
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Berat
Historic · UNESCO

Berat

UNESCO city of a thousand windows

Stays
76
Best Season
May–Oct
From
54
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Gjirokastër
Historic · Castle

Gjirokastër

Ottoman stone city on the hill

Stays
54
Best Season
Apr–Oct
From
61
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Ksamil
Beach · Islands

Ksamil

Paradise islands and turquoise water

Stays
98
Best Season
Jun–Sep
From
68
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Shkodër
Lake · Alps

Shkodër

Gateway to the Albanian Alps

Stays
61
Best Season
May–Oct
From
75
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