About

Welcome to the ancient city of Durres!

Durres is a friendly seaside city in the central part of Albania. Its the second biggest city of Albania, after the capital Tirana.
Durres has a lot to offer, from beach, sun, great seafood to the roman amphitheater; which was only discovered in the 1960s. The city has a Mediterranean feel, and you can enjoy this lifestyle by having a coffee or drink in one of the many bars.
We offer free breakfast and wifi. There is also free parking next to the hostel.

The hostel has a nice shady garden where you can relax and lie in the sun. We have 8 rooms, of which 2 rooms are private and have its own bathroom. The other rooms are dorms, varying in size between 4 and 8 beds. There are 2 shared bathrooms with showers and toilets, which are completely RENEWED in January 2018!

Durres is a great place to start some daytrips. As it is centrally located and the major transportation lines run passed the city. You can make daytrips to Tirana, Divjak National Park for birdwatching, Kruja Catsle and many nice beaches like Bishti i Palles or Capi Rodonit. Car rental is available in town, we can arrange this for you.

Please note:

Cancellation policy: 24h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check in until 23:00.
Check out before 10:30.

Payment upon arrival by cash.
Taxes included.
Breakfast included.
No curfew.
Non smoking.

House Rules

Check In

8:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:30

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Currency Exchange
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

8.5Fabulous(430)
  • Value for Money
    8.5
  • Security
    8.3
  • Atmosphere
    8.5
  • Cleanliness
    7.5
  • Staff
    9.4
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    7.5
Summary of traveller reviews

Hostel Durres offers a fantastic central location, perfect for exploring. Guests frequently praise the incredibly friendly and helpful staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The included breakfast is a definite plus. However, some recent guests note issues with cleanliness and a lack of air conditioning, making stays uncomfortable during warmer periods. It suits travellers seeking a social vibe and convenient base.

Stayed in Jul 2026
5.4
K
Katie
Female, 18-24, New Zealand
Didn’t feel safe no lock on the room anyone could walk in and hostel door doesn’t lock till 10 also showers were bad only a curtain that would not say closed.
Stayed in Jul 2026
6.6
D
Daniella
Mixed Group, 18-24, England
Not a bad place. Staff were lovely and not bad location. This being said, there was no air con, so it made sleeping unbearable. My brother and I had about 1 hour sleep in total. Not a great place if you want sleep.
Stayed in Jul 2026
7.7
R
Ruben
Male, 18-24, Canada
nice people, good location,
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Location

Sheshi Liria, Durres, Albania
1.6km from city centre