Saranda (SR) Backpackers

9.6Superb(1440)

HostelSaranda, AlbaniaView map0.59km from city centre

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About

Best location in Saranda! 50 meters from FerryCorfu ,, FREE WIFI, Beach BBQ, promenade with bars, restaurants, buses to Butrinti ruins and Ksamili islands and beaches , farmers market, motorcycles cars rental.ATM - all on our doorstep!!!

Hostel descriptions!!!
Few minutes walk down hill from the bus station toward the beach ,you will be welcomed to Saranda Backpackers!
This hostel is run by local guys,who are fluent in English ,Italian and Greek !
This hostel is located only 20 meters from Saranda 's main beach. All rooms are connected to terraces overlooking Saranda bay and have A/C (which will get on from 22 00 till 08 00 every night )!
We are at your disposal 24/7 and can give you an insider view of Saranda.We can recommend cheap traditional restaurants as well as help navigate your next destination and point out all of the nearby hot spots including trips on budget for 400 Leke to Blue Eye.and for 200 Leke to the antic excavation of Butrint or the fantastic beaches of Ksamili or Pasqyra Beach south of Saranda or help you with excursion to Lekuresi castle !
To cool yourself off ,the beach is few steps from the hostel !
Coming back from the beach ,you may enjoy a beer and share the terraces with other guests ! During the evening you may stay longer in our living room area with A/C talking, drinking ,or come with us and share a BBQ on the beach (prior agreement with Tomi).

Located just 50 meters from Ferry Corfu and quick walk downhill from the central bus station,Saranda Backpackers is not only close to all major transportation hubs,its also a short walk to the promenade which is lined with bars ,discos and restaurants( be sure to try the famous mussels). As you stroll along the promenade stop and have a shot of raki,enjoy the sea view and live the moment as the locals do.Last but not least the main beach is in front of the hostel Soak up the sun,rent the paddle boat,or float the day away in the clean refreshing sea !
Being couples of times on fire by travelers in our hostel ,we have to let you know that we don't offer cooking facilities anymore in our place !
Also the hostel is located right around the corner from the farmers market and the town's big supermarket Alfa!
Some of the hostel;s benefits include hot showers,free internet,washing machine and balconies with stunning views of the bay and kitchen is well!
We are here open for all your questions and try to help you with all your travel needs-day trips around Saranda and travelling around Albania too !

Our Hostel Events
Albanian Culture night
Dinner in Town( local dinners,pizza places,and have time for drinks and ice creams)!
Beach BBQ ( on nights when we have 8 or more guests we can arrange a Beach BBQ. There is not better way to get to know your fellow guests and enjoy a beautiful Saranda night! After dinner you may even desire a moonlight swim!
Saranda Walking Tours
Seafood Night
So what are you waiting for?
Get yourself booked in now as unavailability may disappoint!
PS: We can not host people over 50 years old!!!!

House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 10:00

Taxes Included

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Facilities

Free City Maps
Free WiFi
Free Internet Access
Free City Tour
Bicycle Parking
Meeting Rooms
Adaptors
Jobs Board

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Reviews

9.6Superb(1440)

Value for Money
9.6
Security
9.8
Atmosphere
9.3
Cleanliness
9.2
Staff
10.0
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.1

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Stayed in Mar 2025

8.9

Robert

Male, 25-30, USA

Great location just a minute away from the beach. Tomi is super cool and communicative. Facilities are a bit dated but clean and work.

Stayed in Feb 2025

Deirdre

Female, 41+, Ireland

So lovely ... all of it, including Tommi. 🙆🏻‍♀️🙆🏻‍♀️🤩🤩

Stayed in Feb 2025

Zachaeus

Male, 31-40, USA

I wish I could give a higher rating. I became quite sick just after I arrived at the hostel. It's a scary thing to get sick overseas but the hostel owner, Tomi, took care of me. The man is a saint. He made me food, took me to the hospital, and went absolutely above and beyond to look after me. You won't find a more caring staff or feel more at home in any hostel you'll ever go to. And I've been to a lot. The hostel itself is cozy and the facilities have everything you need. Book this hostel now!

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Location

Rruga Mithat Hoxha Nr10, Lagja 4 Sarande, Saranda, Albania

0.6km from city centre

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About Saranda

7.8Very Good(42 Reviews)

Activities

8.5

Eating out

8.3

Shopping

6.4

Chilling out

8.6

Transport

7.4

Sightseeing

8.0

Culture

7.3

Nightlife

7.2

Value for Money

8.9

About Saranda

Saranda is on a stretch of the Albanian coastline, opposite the Greek island of Corfu. It’s a classic Mediterranean town with warm weather, turquoise Ionian Sea waters and mountains covered in olive trees. You can spend your days lounging on one of the many local beaches, or visiting surrounding fishing villages along the Albanian Riviera. Join locals for a walk along the promenade, or grab a table at a waterfront restaurant for cool cocktails and fresh seafood.

Some Saranda hostels have outdoor terraces with water views, ideal for a cold beer as the sun sets. You can stay 20 metres from the main beach, or further up the hill with panoramic views across the town and coastline. Try an authentic Albanian burek (savoury filo pastry) for your free breakfast, pancakes with homemade marmalade or a continental spread with bread, fruit and eggs. Daily Saranda hostel events include beach barbecues and Albanian culture nights, or you can whip up a meal in a fully equipped kitchen.

Saranda has a recently renovated promenade, Bulevardi Hasan Tahsini, running along its main beach. There are umbrellas and sun loungers on the pebbly beach and plenty of bars. Cross the road back from the beach and you’ll find cafés and seafood restaurants, while further up the mountain are parks and the ancient Synagogue ruins. Pasqyra Beach is 8km south of Saranda and a more secluded option than the urban beach, while Ksamil, a further 6km south, is known as the Ionian Pearl.

Activities in Saranda include visiting the remains of Lekuresi Castle, which dates back to the 16th century. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the town, you’ll be rewarded after a steep climb with sweeping vistas across the bay. The 50-metre-deep Blue Eye (Syri i kaltër) is a natural spring in the hinterland nestled among oak and sycamore trees. You can dive from the platform and swim in the turquoise waters. The UNESCO-listed archaeological park Butrint is just south of Saranda and has the largest collection of ancient ruins in Albania, with some dating back to 800 BC.

You can use the local bus network to travel to surrounding Riviera villages, as well as to capital Tirana. Rapid hydrofoils and slower ferries link Saranda with Corfu, with the journey taking between 30 and 70 minutes. Corfu International Airport is the closest to Saranda, and there are shuttle buses travelling the 5km distance between the airport and the port. Intercity furgons (minibuses) can take you around Saranda, while taxis are available for longer trips.