About

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, authentic Albanian hospitality, and unforgettable views at Bora Hostel.
Located just a 10-minute walk from Gjirokastër’s UNESCO Old Bazaar, our hostel offers a peaceful escape while keeping you close to the city’s most famous attractions. Right across the street you’ll find a supermarket, ATM, local shops, and the bus station, making it easy to explore the city and beyond.

Step inside and relax in our beautifully designed lounge, decorated with handcrafted local details inspired by the rich history and culture of Gjirokastër. We also offer an on-site restaurant where you can taste freshly prepared traditional Gjirokastër dishes, cooked with authentic local recipes and full of rich, homemade flavor. Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, or as a couple, you’ll immediately feel at home.

Start your day with a complimentary breakfast, thoughtfully prepared to give you a fresh and energizing start before exploring Gjirokastër. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking, making your stay even more comfortable and stress-free. For electric vehicle travelers, we also provide an EV charging station (available for an additional fee).

Choose between our comfortable 6-bed dormitories or our unique private room, thoughtfully designed with nature-inspired décor to create a warm, relaxing, and memorable stay.

One of Bora Hostel’s greatest highlights is our peaceful garden, surrounded by trees and fresh mountain air—the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, meet fellow travellers, or simply relax after a day of exploring. Animal lovers will also enjoy meeting our friendly resident cat and our beloved turtles, who have been part of the hostel family for years.

House Rules

Check In

8:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 00:00

  • Child Friendly
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
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Reviews

9.5Superb(19)
  • Value for Money
    9.6
  • Security
    9.6
  • Atmosphere
    9.2
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    9.9
  • Location
    8.9
  • Facilities
    9.6
Summary of traveller reviews

Bora Hostel in Gjirokaster offers a welcoming atmosphere with modern, clean facilities and exceptionally friendly staff. Its convenient location is ideal for exploring the city, and it's well-suited for solo travellers and couples seeking a comfortable and social stay.

Stayed in Aug 2026
7.1
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Ruth
Female, 18-24, England
Overall was a decent place to stay, staff was pleasant and breakfast was nice. The bathrooms were also particularly nice. However, security was pretty minimal (though they do have lockers), and there was actually no kitchen despite this being advertised. Beds don't have curtains.
Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Erika
Female, 25-30, USA
The staff are so helpful and kind. Hostel is brand new, breakfast is really good, I love the living room & the patio area that’s apart of the bar is awesome. It’s a walk to old town BUT that also means you don’t have to carry your things up the hill which I prefer lol
Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Anne-Kathrin
Couple, 31-40, Australia
The hostel is very new and the facilities are great. We ended up being the only two people in the 6 bed dorm. The beds are comfy and sturdy and big lockers are available. Each bed has a socket and light. Curtains weren't installed yet but there were railings around each bed, so I assume that will still happen.The bathroom has 4 separate toilet cubicles, 4 shower cubicles and a separate sink. The space is well utilised and there are plenty of hooks. Breakfast was included.
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Location

nd.172 Rruga Tepelenë - Gjirokastër - Janinë, Gjirokaster, Albania
0.1km from city centre