basically everything - the location was peaceful, the room was clean and tidy, both of the owners were super nice and welcoming, the food that Mrs Aida cooked was perfect. We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely come back.

Beautiful place! We made a very last minute booking but everything was ready for us. The owner makes us feel very welcomed and relaxed. Great communication and breakfast. Highly recommended!

Aida has been the best host. They gave us the best advice and I definitely recommend to order food from them, it was delicious. The kindest people on earth.

“Highly recommended”

Villa Rira is an incredibly peaceful and relaxing place, far removed from the usual tourist spots. The warm hospitality of the host family really made our stay special – they were extremely friendly and helpful. We enjoyed delicious meals made with fresh ingredients straight from their own garden, which added a lovely personal touch to our dining experience. Unfortunately, it rained during our visit, but that wasn’t a problem at all. The hosts lit a cozy fireplace in our bedroom, making the atmosphere even more charming. Although we didn’t get the chance to go hiking due to the weather, the villa is located near a national park that’s known for its great trails. All in all, we had a wonderful stay and highly recommend Villa Rira!

“A wonderful place to be in Albania!”

Villa Rira is a magical place where you can find everything you need to get the real albanian experience - beautiful landscapes, slow food made from scratch and cooked with love and incomparable attention to detail. it was a beautiful experience, it was definetly a highlight of our trip. you can explore the interesting surroundings and come home to a lovely place in the evening. we can higly recommend to stay there!

“What a unforgettable stay”

After so many years of travelling and countless accommodations, I can only think about one property which would match villa Rira. Everything was absolutely amazing: from the tastefully decorated, super clean and beautiful accommodation, to the absolutely delicious food. The hosts are two fantastic people who dedicated their lives to create this little piece of paradise. If you are looking for a property in this area, don’t waste your time and book this one: I guarantee, you won’t be disappointed and it will exceed your expectations by a mile. Thank you again for a unforgettable stay.

I was looking for something off the beaten tracks, quiet and close to albanian life and people. I found it here. It`s an amazing and restful place. The food is fantastic with local products. The room is spacious and the beds are so comfy, you have a hard time getting out of them. Aida and Ajet, the owners, will make your stay very special and help you with everything. They created a lasting memory for me and the kids (who would give them 20 out of 10). I highly recommend to stay here and enjoy the time. If we ever come back to Albania, we will definitely come back to Vila Rira!

Aida was really polite. The villa is really nice in the middle of nature. The room is spacious and clean, the bathroom too. We had a great dinner there (extra) that I suggest to try. We also enjoyed the delicious breakfast with home made bread and marmelades. We had a wonderful experience there for 1 night.

If you want to feel the love for Albania, you have to go to Vila Rira. Aïda and her husband Ajet are most welcoming and want to share their knowledge about the environment. Even before and after our stay they gave us suggestions about where to go and where to eat. The rooms are nicely decorated, have good matresses and a powerful shower. The breakfast served consists of warm, homemade bread and local products. Aïda and her assistent are the best home cooks we met in Albania. You should definitely stay here for dinner. We've been 3 nights, but could have stayed longer. We went to Lin, Pogradec, Korçe, Sveti Naum and the tombes of Scela. Closer to the Vila you can make beautiful walks in the unspoiled nature.

Aida and her team were really kind and warm. It was so nice talking to you and enriching us with interesting conversations. They made us a delicious plant based dinner and dessert was surprising. Breakfast was also amazing with a homemade bread and a porridge. The room was so cozy, clean, and calm. Our stay was great.

Warmth and friendliness of our hosts and the meals they provided. One could not have asked for, or eaten, more. The information on the surrounding area they gave was exemplary. We were spoilt throughout.

amazing hosts and the place looks even better than in the photos. Highly recomendable if you want to enjoy the countryside and relax

I travel through Albania for more than ten years. During that time I was almost always very satisfied with accommodation. Who visit Albania knows, that people are mostly nice. But Vila Rira is extraordinary! Everything is very professional but also very warm and friendly. Owners Aida and Ajet are very kind persons who are always ready to do something more for you. One point to raise - cleanliness! This is usually weakness of many places in Albania. In Vila Rira you really don't need to worry - cleanliness is very above EU standard.

“One of the best experience in Albania!”

Awesome hosts, who put a lot of effort into creating an authentic, yet modern experience. The place is a great starting point for hikes at the national park.