Albanian Riviera

Travel Guide

Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting.
The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection).  #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #History
Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting.
The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection).  #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #History
Beach only reachable via a dirtroad..
Beach in Ksamil. Small town near Saranda, and very very close to Korfu. Right there i met a man from Kosovo, which has a wife from Kraków. Uncommonly you can talk with Kosovar in Polish :)
This little island is part of the Ksamil islands on the Albanian riviera. You can take a small boat from the mainland for about $4 roundtrip. You must arrange with the driver a pickup time. 
Albania is a beautiful country off the mainstream tourist map, and definitely worth a visit for the beautiful waters and cheap prices. Check out more of Albania on my latest blog post➡️ www.crazytravelista.com :)
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Where to stay in Albanian Riviera

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Kodrra

3/5(3 area reviews)

When in Kodrra, you can plan a visit to Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kodrra
Looking across to Corfu from Saranda in Albania. Taxi cabs here all smelt of weed.

Qender

5/5(1 area review)

Qender might not have many top sights, but Sarande Ferry Terminal and Port of Sarandë are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Qender
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Qafë e Gjashtës

While Qafë e Gjashtës isn't home to many top sights, Castle of Lëkurësit and Sarande Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.

Qafë e Gjashtës
San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Rruga Mitat Hoxha Sarandë
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal ...
8/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)
Room was spotless, the staff were amazing. The breakfast was great and everything was really good

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only
Julia Hotel

Julia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
$43 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
$51 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Sarandë ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
Albi was great he was there for breakfast everyday and if we needed something he got it done. Being here during off season was probably not the best as a lot of things were closed and this is the time they do maintenance and upgrades so our last breakfast was in a bit of a construction zone. Bed ...

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Julia Hotel
Bougainville Bay Hotel

Bougainville Bay Hotel

4 out of 5
Rr. Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$85 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Castle of Lëkurësit and Mango Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (155 reviews)
Todo perfecto! El lugar está precioso! El desayuno es muy rico! Aunque tuvimos un inconveniente de que entregaron nuestra misma habitación a otros huéspedes y entraron a mitad de la noche con nosotros adentro.

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

Bougainville Bay Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marku Apartments

Marku Apartments

3 out of 5
Rruga baba Sherifi, Ksamil 9706, Albania Ksamil Vlorë
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Butrint National Archaeological ...
This apartment doesn’t exist is fake they took my money and they destroyed my vacation.terrible experience

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2023

Marku Apartments
Apart-Hotel Lili2

Apart-Hotel Lili2

4 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castle of Lëkurësit and Mango Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Amazing view, great hotel, in a great location. Definitely recommend this hotel. And so clean.

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Apart-Hotel Lili2
Green Garden Villa

Green Garden Villa

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Ali Pasha Ksamil Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Ali Pasha Castle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
My only compliant was that there were ants entering the Apt in the kitchen area. The property is filled with plants and fruit trees etc, they may have been entering through a wall. Keep things clean and place food in the refrigerator or you will share your food with the ants. You also must drive ...

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

Green Garden Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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