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“The (very) young receptionist was funny and we enjoyed the breakfast”
“The breakfast and dinner were amazing”
“Great staff, perfect location, beautiful view of the castle and a huge breakfast”
“And the staff were very helpful”
“Very clean and cozy rooms, very nice city views, amazing breakfast and the byrek…”
“The rooms are very clean and cozy, and ours faced directly the castle”
“Location, service, security and mostly the food and good breakfast”
“The location, the food, the coffee at the bar on the second floor”
“The hotel was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained”
“The rooms were so clean”
“Parking is on the street in front of the hotel, dedicated places”
“I also had a reserved parking spot which helped with my late arrival”
Featuring a bar, Hotel The First is located in Gjirokastër, 44 km from Zaravina lake. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view. The hotel offers a continental or Italian breakfast. Hotel The First offers a sun terrace. The nearest airport is Ioannina Airport, 83 km from the accommodation.
Ensar Enes
solo_traveller
February 21, 2026
No complains, everything was good.
Nassim
couple
January 19, 2026
“Although we didn't like the city that much, we had a blessed time in the hotel.”
For us, it was perfect to keep ourselves with the car under the old town without moving up the steep path which we did with our feet then. The (very) young receptionist was funny and we enjoyed the breakfast. Also the view above the town from our balcony was stunning.
Tahir
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Overall was good, specially breakfast and lunch was well cooked”
Location, service, security and mostly the food and good breakfast
Paweł
family_with_children
January 13, 2026
I had booked three nights, but I left after two nights and rented another hotel because I didn’t want to spend my vacation in such a shabby place.
Irilda
couple
December 26, 2025
“The hotel offered a welcoming and relaxing environment throughout the stay. Everything was spotless and carefully taken”
The hotel was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The food was excellent with great quality and taste, and the overall atmosphere was very pleasant
Rigerta
couple
December 23, 2025
“Clean rooms, nice view of the castle, best byrek me mish and you should definitely try the house wine!”
The location, the food, the coffee at the bar on the second floor! The rooms were so clean!
Tania Guerra Escapa
solo_traveller
December 18, 2025
“Ecellent”
Great staff, perfect location, beautiful view of the castle and a huge breakfast
Rigerta
couple
December 7, 2025
Very clean and cozy rooms, very nice city views, amazing breakfast and the byrek me mish (meatpie) was to die for!
Rigerta
couple
December 7, 2025
“Clean rooms, very nice food and amazing byrek me mish!”
The rooms are very clean and cozy, and ours faced directly the castle! The breakfast and dinner were amazing! You should try the byrek me mish here! And the staff were very helpful!
Mayfield
solo_traveller
November 11, 2025
Gracious hosts. Excellent breakfast. Close to everything.
Juan Carlos
solo_traveller
October 6, 2025
Very well placed at the feet of the old quartier
BC123
family_with_children
August 7, 2025
“Great location”
Fabulous room on the seventh floor with a view of the castle. We were able to check in early. A short walk from the bus station.
Jorge
solo_traveller
July 13, 2025
“A room with a view!”
Staff super friendly; Good breakfast - i couldn't eat all!!!!! Excelent cost/benefit ratio Balcony with super view to upper fortress and town Nice bar on the second floor i will repeat in next visit to town Excelent room with very good bathroom, everything was new.
Martin
solo_traveller
June 2, 2025
Very nice breakfast, lot of food. It is nearby old city center and in the new area with lots of restaurants. Staff of the hotel is very friendly, I was able to agree on later check out 12:00. Parking is on the street in front of the hotel, dedicated places.
Tabaku
family_with_children
March 20, 2025
“Excellent”
Hoteli sh I mire, pozicioni ne qender, pastertia, mobilimi dhe akomodimi ne Nivel te larte. Mikpritja e popullit gjirokastrit shume e perzemert. Gjirokastra ka shume vende per tu vizituar sidomos nese do te qendroni tek The First.
Gerta
couple
March 11, 2025
“Very comfortable room and amazing breakfast!”
The rooms are very clean, the staff is very polite and the view of the castle from the 6th floor was great. I also had a reserved parking spot which helped with my late arrival. The included breakfast was delicious!
Murray
solo_traveller
February 10, 2025
All staff very supportive and helpful. Breakfast was substantial and a range of food. Quality was excellent.
Eva Kristo
couple
January 5, 2025
Very well
victoria
couple
September 22, 2024
Very helpful and cheerful staff
TONY
family_with_children
September 21, 2024
very friendly staff, great location near to bus station and the old town. Best breakfast we have had in Albania
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Kid-friendly buffet, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Sun terrace
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Street parking
Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available, Thermometers for guests provided by property
Trouser press, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, Private check-in/check-out, Ironing service, Laundry, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk
The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a walk-in shower, a bath, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.
This air-conditioned triple room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned triple room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as mountain views. The unit offers 3 beds.
This air-conditioned twin room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit has 2 beds.
The quadruple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a walk-in shower, a bath, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned quadruple room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as mountain views. The unit offers 3 beds.
The single room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a walk-in shower, a bath, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned single room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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