Stone City Hostel
Rruga Alqi Kondi, Pazar
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Why people book this hotel
“Owner, staff & volunteers were the best”
“Staff are amazing”
“Breakfast is the best you will get at any hostel”
“I loved the breakfast with everyone sitting at one big table, so it is super eas…”
“Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, good vibes, good location”
“Clean, comfy, very good location”
“Absolutely stunning view from our bedroom window”
“The view from the room window was breathtaking and the mood was nice”
“The hostel was very clean and comfortable”
“Stone city hostel it's a clean and warming hostel that makes you feel welcome”
“- Great location - Lovely staff, helpful, kind, friendly - Hostel is SUPER clean…”
Overview
Stone City Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Gjirokastër. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a microwave, a stovetop, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. The rooms are equipped with a safety deposit box and selected rooms also boast city views. At the hostel the rooms have bed linen and towels. Guests at Stone City Hostel can enjoy a continental or a vegetarian breakfast. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Gjirokastër, like hiking. Zaravina lake is 44 km from Stone City Hostel. The nearest airport is Ioannina Airport, 83 km from the hostel.
Traveller reviews
Peter
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
“Perfect and very nice place. Highly recommended!”
Pedro
solo_traveller
June 6, 2026
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, good vibes, good location
Juuso
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“Came for one night, ended up staying for three!”
Clean, comfy, very good location. Owner, staff & volunteers were the best!
Xavier
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
Honestly, everything was good about my stay, the place was kinda magical.
Oscar
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
Staff are amazing. Breakfast is the best you will get at any hostel
Tine
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
The hostel was very clean and comfortable. I loved the breakfast with everyone sitting at one big table, so it is super easy to meet people. Also, the owner Walter did a fantastic city tour with us - it was amazing!
SimFio
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
“Our favourite stay on whole Albania trip!”
Fabulous location in the heart of the old city. Absolutely stunning view from our bedroom window. Beautifully renovated building. Really friendly, welcoming and informative staff. (Owner) Walter's city tour was excellent and gave real insight into the history of the city. Great breakfast. Spacious, well-equipped communal areas inside and out. Numerous good local restaurants.
Pozidis Nikolaos
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
Stone city hostel it's a clean and warming hostel that makes you feel welcome ! I loved the breakfast the super staff and the location just in the hart of the old city center!
Ole Kristian
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
My oh my, I can’t speak more positively about this hostel — it was the best hostel experience I had in Albania, and the managers and volunteers made it all so special! The breakfast in the morning and everyone sharing it around the table, talking about their travels and adventures, was a really great time I will cherish for a lifetime. I wish I could have stayed longer, but I ended up going rafting in Përmet and then continuing on to Krujë. Thank you so much for your hospitality, guidance, and all the help with getting around Southern Albania and onward to Greece. This was one of the best-run hostels for travellers I’ve ever stayed at. So inspirational and informative.
Minh
extended_group
May 5, 2026
“Warm stay”
The view from the room window was breathtaking and the mood was nice
Aiko
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
“Most amazing hostel EVER.”
I never ever gave an accomodation only 10’s. This hostel is amazing. - Great location - Lovely staff, helpful, kind, friendly - Hostel is SUPER clean - Rooms are very nice, beds/sheets are very good - Breakfast is super cosy and more than enough - They have a groupschat and an activity every day (very nice to meet some wonderful people) - Price is VERY good - I could go in forever…
Carmel
solo_traveller
April 1, 2026
“Exceptional stay & warm hospitality”
This is the best hostel & hotel that I have stayed in my 6 months of travelling. Extremely clean, comfortable beds, great kitchen & social area to hang out in & cook if needed. Included breakfast is excellent. Owner Walter & his team are fantastic hosts and make you feel so welcome & comfortable. Walter is so knowledgeable of the local area and suggests multiple excursions you can do. He also runs some walking tours around the local town/area. I had a private room with en-suite and it was perfect. Beautiful views of the valley & castle from the windows. Just book it you won’t regret it
Roberta
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Comfy, clean and friendly”
The hostel has a central location right on the edge of where the restaurants and bars start. The six bed dorm was quite at night and had a fantastic view of the fortress. Breakfast was superb! The bed was comfy, and everything was very clean. People, including staff and the owner, were nice and helpful. I would return!
Sarina
couple
January 19, 2026
“Nice located and cozy hostel”
- Good location - Big nice private room - Very friendly and helpful staff: gave us useful information (places to visit) about Gjirokaster & even for our next stop in Përmet - Good breakfast
Judith
solo_traveller
November 1, 2025
Just perfect! The staff is nice, it’s clean, breakfast is great and it’s a super place to meet other travelers
Brett
couple
October 31, 2025
“Could not recommend this hostel more! Thanks Walter!”
Everything! Walter and the volunteers were so lovely. We went on an actually free walking tour with Walter. Breakfast was great, beds were comfortable, bathrooms were clean and there were lots of them. It was shoulder season but it was still easy to meet people in the common area. Location is central
Jade
solo_traveller
October 27, 2025
Amazing location, friendly and welcoming staff, free walking tour, communal breakfast, views from the dorm, clean bathrooms and more! Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at!
Guest
solo_traveller
October 26, 2025
“Comfy, clean and friendly”
The hostel has a central location right on the edge of where the restaurants and bars start. The six bed dorm was quite at night and had a fantastic view of the fortress. Breakfast was superb! The bed was comfy, and everything was very clean. People, including staff and the owner, were nice and helpful. I would return!
Zoe
solo_traveller
October 25, 2025
Fabulous, travel family atmosphere, comfy beds, exceptional staff
Izabella
solo_traveller
October 23, 2025
Location, cool vibe, comfortable beds, breakfast being a bit more than the regular hostel stuff
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Hiking, Evening entertainment, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar, Wine/champagne, Breakfast options
General
Safety deposit box, Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Private check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Tour desk
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
The triple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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