Amphora Guesthouse & Apartments
Himare Fshat, Vlora
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Why people book this hotel
“I absolutely loved this property, we had a lovely welcoming, the place felt auth…”
“Very welcoming and helpful hosts, beautiful view and great breakfast”
“The breakfasts were brilliant, it was quiet at night which we found some places …”
“He was very knowledgeable about the country history and since the first moment h…”
“The view is amazing and the breakfast wonderful 😊 moreover, the house it's in t…”
“Really tasty breakfast and nice, friendly owners”
“Nice and quiet location within the old town of Himarë; clean room; terrace with …”
“If you get chance to walk around the old town of Himare I would recommend as I r…”
“The place is really clean & beautiful”
“The apartment was very clean and spacious, a real ‘home from home’”
“Hosts are extremely nice and welcoming and breakfast is totally worth the price”
“Breakfast was very reasonably priced and delicious”
Overview
Amphora Guesthouse & Apartments features air-conditioned accommodation in Himare. The property has sea and mountain views. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. At the guest house, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and stovetop. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms come with a balcony. At the guest house, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including fruits, juice and cheese is available for breakfast. The nearest airport is Ioannina Airport, 146 km from the guest house.
Traveller reviews
Sandra Valeska
couple
June 15, 2026
Nice and quiet location within the old town of Himarë; clean room; terrace with a view; very friendly owners
Sophie
couple
June 13, 2026
“FANTASTIC AUTHENTIC STAY! High recommend!”
I absolutely loved this property, we had a lovely welcoming, the place felt authentic, the dog pablo is really friendly, also the owners and the volunteers were really helpful. We would sit in the stunning bar area and have lovely conversations with the owners & guests whilst admiring the view. The place is really clean & beautiful. The breakfasts were brilliant, it was quiet at night which we found some places in Albania to be very loud so that was perfect for a good nights rest. If you get chance to walk around the old town of Himare I would recommend as I really enjoyed it early in the morning, great views, interesting historical things to see and overall a cute town.
Alexander Andreas
couple
April 21, 2026
“Wonderful.”
Very welcoming and helpful hosts, beautiful view and great breakfast. Highly recommended!
Imendra
couple
April 20, 2026
I like the view
Johan
couple
April 7, 2026
Beautiful small place in the coziest and most authentic mountain village, with very kind hosts and a stunning view over the Albanian Riviera. A peaceful and charming stay — highly recommended.
Gonçalo
couple
March 21, 2026
Orestis was the best host we had in Albania. He was very knowledgeable about the country history and since the first moment he left us comfortable to contact him for whatever reason. The house is more beautiful in person than in the pictures. The view is amazing and the breakfast wonderful 😊 moreover, the house it's in the old city of Himare what makes the experience even more special!
Saad
extended_group
October 2, 2025
Spacious, nice flat in the old part of Himare. It's a nice view, and the hosts are happy to help!
Michael
solo_traveller
September 23, 2025
Phantastic place with amazing sea and mountain views. Spacious room with a wonderful balcony and a very comfortable bed. Hosts are extremely nice and welcoming and breakfast is totally worth the price. A car might be useful, I didn’t have one, but still managed to hike down to the very beautiful (at least in the second half of September) Livadhi beach in around 25 minutes. Public buses from Saranda to Vlora or Tirana (or back) stop in the village upon request.
Barbara
couple
September 14, 2025
Really nice spacious apartment with two balconies with a beautiful sea and mountain view. Really tasty breakfast and nice, friendly owners.
Nicola
couple
September 12, 2025
“Wonderful stay in paradise.”
The location of the property is exceptional. Views to die for. Our rooftop terrace was so comfortable and cool, with such amazing panoramic views, that we were happy to while away many hours there with a daily short trip to swim in the sea. The apartment was very clean and spacious, a real ‘home from home’. A place to let life slow down! The staff that we met were lovely and very helpful when my partner was taken ill (Thankyou). The setting is in Old Himare, just below the castle, which was fun to explore. There is plenty of parking although not right next to the property - 2 or 3 minutes walk.
Hilario
couple
August 27, 2025
“We had a good stay. The place had everything we needed and overall it was a positive experience.”
The facilities were good, just as shown in the photos of the accommodation.
Raymond
family_with_children
August 23, 2025
“Cozy apartments, amazing breakfasts and the kindest hosts”
We stayed at Amphora Guesthouse for 12 wonderful days and it truly exceeded all our expectations. The hospitality is outstanding – Fredrika and Oresti are amazing hosts, always welcoming, kind, and ready with great tips for exploring Himarë and the surrounding area. They really go the extra mile to make you feel at home. Every morning, for a small fee, we enjoyed a fantastic breakfast in a magical setting. Sitting outside with breathtaking views of the sea and the mountains while starting the day was simply unforgettable. The location in Old Himarë is so peaceful, with the charm of old stone houses, olive and fig trees, and a beautiful view to the beaches. The apartments themselves are cozy, very clean, and fully equipped with everything you might need. They offer comfort and privacy, but also a warm, homely feeling. Waking up to such an incredible view every day was a highlight of our stay. We can wholeheartedly recommend Amphora Guesthouse to anyone who wants a relaxing, authentic and unforgettable stay in Himarë. P.S. We will truly miss Pablo, the sweetest little dog – he made our stay even more special!
Anastasios
couple
August 18, 2025
Great view, room and hospitality! Amazing place
Nadia
family_with_children
August 10, 2025
“Great view, calm historic area”
The view and how clean it was.
Harvey
couple
July 24, 2025
“Lovley relaxing stay, we would definitely recommend staying here.”
The guesthouse is beautiful! Views from the balcony are stunning. We got lots of great recommendations from the hosts on the best restaurants and beaches nearby to vist. The apartment was located in the beautiful old town and parking wasnt too far away.
Igla
couple
July 19, 2025
“Amazing 😍”
The room had a spectacular view of Himarë 😍 We didn’t wanna leave the room. It was very clean and had all the necessary equipment for cooking. Also the hosts were very helpful. Will definitely come back 😊
Melissa
extended_group
July 18, 2025
Fantastic location, right next to Old Town and close to the beaches. A great view from room. Very clean, the hosts were very informative and provided lots of recommendations for places to eat and beaches to visit. Breakfast was very reasonably priced and delicious! Would definitely come back!
Siân
couple
June 30, 2025
“Beautiful accommodation, views and friendly hosts”
We had a lovely stay at Amphora Guesthouse - it exceeded our expectations and we would definitely return! Frederika and Oresti were very kind and helpful.
Luciana
couple
October 13, 2024
“Amazing Stay”
The location was superb as well as the property itself. The village is very authentic and beautiful. We had a private balcony with an amazing sea view, it was top. The owners were very friendly and recommended us a lot of nice restaurants and coffee shops to visit. I recommend the Coffee Butterfly that is a few meters from the guesthouse. The breakfast was rich and delicious! We really enjoyed our stay.
agnieszka
couple
October 5, 2024
“staying at amphora gave us a great base to explore southern albania. wonderful hosts and perfect views really made our s”
amazing views, lottsa space, hammock, great breakfast and very helpful and friendly hosts.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
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
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Services
Private check-in/check-out
Apartment with Sea View
This spacious apartment comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. Among the room amenities are air conditioning, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as a patio and sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Penthouse Apartment
This spacious apartment comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The apartment features air conditioning, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 3 beds.
Penthouse Apartment
This spacious apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The fully equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The apartment features air conditioning, a private entrance, soundproof walls as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
The well-equipped kitchenette features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
The double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Patio
Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room with Sea View
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
The twin/double room features air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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