Hotel Kalemi
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Hotel Kalemi
Rruga Bashkim Kokona 14, Gjirokaster, 6001, Albania
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With a stay at Hotel Kalemi in Gjirokastër, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Skenduli House and 5 minutes by foot from Ismail Kadare's House. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Gjirokastra Castle.Show More
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Highlights
Delicious Breakfast
Parking available
Airport pick-up available
Lots to doAmenities
Hiking
Private ParkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Airport drop-off
Currency Exchange
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Property Description
With a stay at Hotel Kalemi in Gjirokastër, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Skenduli House and 5 minutes by foot from Ismail Kadare's House. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Gjirokastra Castle.
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4.5/5
GreatCleanliness4.5
Amenities4.5
Location4.5
Service4.5
All 43 Reviews
Surroundings
Landmarks: Ethnographic Museum
(120m)
Landmarks: Skenduli House
(120m)
Landmarks: Zekate House
(180m)
Landmarks: Gjirokastër Obelisk
(300m)
Landmarks: Bazar Mosque
(300m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
10
Double Or Twin Room
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
City view
Electric fan
Towels
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5
Superior Jacuzzi Suite
1 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
TV
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4
Triple Room
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
TV
Mountain view
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Guest Reviews
4.5/5
Great
43 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.5
- Amenities4.5
- Location4.5
- Service4.5
Average for similar properties in Gjirokaster
Alex In Amber
August 11, 2024
Stunning hotel in the upper hillside of the town. Traditional architecture, incredible views, charming owners and support staff. Wish we could have stayed longer than 1 night!
Guest User
October 22, 2023
AMAZING!!!! A wonderful hotel in the Ottoman style. My room was unreal, the view of the city and the castle. I had the pleasure of experiencing a thunderstorm, the rumbling and lightening cracking over the city was a sight to behold.
The staff were super friendly and helpful, the breakfast was exceptional!
Thank you so much for an amazing stay and I’m just sorry I couldn’t stay longer this time.
Guest User
May 16, 2024
Beautiful, quaint hotel with lovely old style Albanian furnishings. Classic! We took “the best” room #3, with king-size very comfortable bed with soft linens. Spectacular long window seat with full-on view of the mountains was extraordinary to lounge in at any time of day. Had a huge private bathroom down a hall with a soaking tub and shower. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with table service on the balcony, in the courtyard or under the trees. Friendly, helpful service. Short walk to the fabulous Old City Center. Shops and restaurants galore. We highly recommend staying here. The road up from town tested my boldest Eastern European driving skills to the max! It was a great adventure on 2-way streets wide enough for one car!
Guest User
October 8, 2023
We spent one night at the Kalemi Hotel. It is an old Ottoman house with a lot of character and charm. The room is very large, very quiet and the view of the city is breathtaking. A very warm welcome, very good breakfast, wifi which works very well...everything was perfect. Only small point, a little difficult to find because the streets of Gjirokastër are quite "complicated" with a car. But, parking is at your disposal. I especially wanted to warmly thank the hotel staff : I had forgotten a gold chain in the room. I contacted them and they graciously sent it back to my home in France. I found it in my mailbox when I returned. A big thank-you.
Guest User
September 4, 2023
At the top of the hill and the common balconies had a beautiful view! Stunning! The service was fab as well. Breakfast was in their cute courtyard and it was simple but delicious! Even if you are vegetarian, it's not too bad! Amazing location and great views
Guest User
August 26, 2023
We had booked Kalemi 2 in the center of Gjirokaster, but were transferred to Kalemi, situated more up hill, near the castle. Old fashioned wooden interior, lovely garden for extensive breakfast. The center of Gjirokaster is not accurate on Google maps, the hotel normally provides the guests with travel directions.
Guest User
May 19, 2023
Very noisy - hotel nightclub on one side and bar with outdoor speakers on the other Thump thump thump every night until midnight. Spoke with owner, said there is nothing that they could do. I suggested an additional layer of double pane, which i saw used to great effect in Paris and Berat, and he argued with me why it wouldn’t work
Guest User
January 31, 2023
Not only are the rooms beautiful, clean, and offer great views, but the staff is exceptionally accommodating and friendly. We literally got stuck on an impassable street on our drive up the narrow streets to the hotel. We called and described where we were. Francesca, the receptionist, met us on foot and drove our car along a cleared route to the hotel. She also drove us back down the next day, and refused to accept a tip. The breakfast that was included was delicious, and our eggs were made to order. We will definitely stay here again on a future return trip.
Guest User
October 14, 2022
Visted this with a group of friends, the town is about an hour form the port of Saranda, majority of the trip is on a modern road with great scenery. The old town is on the side of the mountain with single lanes and a very tight squeeze for vehicles. The hotel is further up the mountain, less than a 10-minute walk to the old town centre and maybe 15 minutes to the castle. We arrived early and after a conversation with the lovely lady and a mobile phone call advised the rooms need a bit more time. The rooms are wonderful as keeping with the old style of the property with the modern comforts, the view from a lot of the rooms was breath-taking. Breakfast on the hotel balcony was wonderful, the selection for the breakfast was nice and bountiful. Reception was helpful and welcoming. The hotel as a big fridge near the entrance with a selection of cheap beverages to buy. Great place to stay and visit
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Hiking
Private Parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Currency Exchange
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Bar
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private Parking
Free
Valet Parking
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Shuttle Bus Service
Additional charge
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Currency Exchange
Luggage Storage
VIP Check-In Service
24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Languages Spoken
English
French
Greek
Italian
Spanish
Food & Drink
Bar
Room Service
Health & Wellness
Hiking
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Smoking Area
Vending Machine
Picnic Area
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Business Services
Fax/Copying Service
Safety & Security
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 12:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
To check-in, contact the property 2 days in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeWestern
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestFree
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 12
With a stay at Hotel Kalemi in Gjirokastër, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Skenduli House and 5 minutes by foot from Ismail Kadare's House. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Gjirokastra Castle.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.
Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.
Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.