About

With its minimalistic and practical design, Buff it offers you the space to meet with other travelers or private corners for you to focus and plan your next destination.

Situated in a multilayered historical neighbourhood, Buff is set in one of the main areas of attraction in Tirana. Historical sites, markets, bars, and restaurants are all very nearby. Buff is located only 850 m from the main Skanderbeg Square, 350 m from one of the coolest areas of Pazari i Ri, and 14.5 km from Mother Theresa National Airport, while the National Museum is just a 10-min walk and the National Gallery of Arts only a 15-min walk.

The hostel is spread over three floors with a variety of room typologies, from the double-bedded rooms with balconies to the six bunk bed dorms and a small and comfortable common area. Buff Hostel is a quiet place where you can pause and recharge for your next destination. Buff Hostel features shared bathrooms, showers and mirrors. Bed linens and personal lockers are included in the price; towels with a deposit. Buff Hostel is your best choice.

BUFF Hostel Tirana Policies & Conditions:

Check in from 14:00 - 23:00. We do accept check ins after this hour with an extra fee of 3 euros and payment is required by transfer, in advance. Please inform us about your expected arrival time via whats app or e-mail
Check out before 11:00.

Cancellation policy: 72 h before arrival.
Payment upon arrival by cash only, except in cases of late arrivals where a transfer is requested. This property might pre-authorise your credit card.

Taxes not included.

General:
Child friendly.
Non-smoking.
The maximum period of stay is 14 days.
We do accept late check-ins, but no 24-hour reception. We do accept check-ins after this hour with an extra fee of 3 euros. Please inform us about your expected arrival time.
Air conditioning in private rooms only with an extra fee.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Postal Service
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Internet access
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Reviews

8.8Fabulous(274)
  • Value for Money
    9.0
  • Security
    9.4
  • Atmosphere
    8.2
  • Cleanliness
    8.1
  • Staff
    9.3
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    8.2
Summary of traveller reviews

BUFF Hostel Tirana offers a fantastic location in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. While most find the beds comfortable, some recent reviews mention occasional issues with bathroom cleanliness and a lack of certain amenities like a kettle.

Stayed in Jul 2026
10
L
Lauren
Female, 18-24, England
Staff where lovely, room was clean, felt safe too!
Stayed in Jun 2026
10
C
Catriona
All Female Group, 18-24, England
As 4 girls travelling together we would 100% recommend this hostel. The staff were all so lovely and the room was amazing with air con which helped keep the room a really nice temperature.
Stayed in May 2026
10
M
Madeline
Female, 18-24, England
Lovely staff and we were upgraded to a private room. All very cleanly, toilets cleaned in the morning. Communal kitchen space and nice outdoor seating.
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Location

Rruga Johan Fon Han, Ndertesa 4, Hyrja 1, Tirana, Albania
0.8km from city centre