Rruga Kala, 1501 Krujë, Albania
#12 of 23 hotels in Krujë
Guests' ChoiceBased on 193 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 July 2025
Carol
New ZealandParking area bit of a walk down the hill - tricky to find initially. Didn't bring suitcases into accommodation as too far to wheel over cobblestones
Amazing location in castle grounds, beautiful accommodation, fantastic panoramic views all round. Clean & lovely, friendly staff. Beautiful huge breakfast on the terrace. Access to & views of castle surreal
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Pana
RomaniaThe best location in Kruja, nicely decorated rooms with all the necessary amenities, plentiful breakfast.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Ruslan
United StatesNot much options in the bar, but it will be better in the future, for sure
Excellent hotel. Best location with breathtaking views to the castle and down to the valley. Exceptional and very attentive service from Olsi - co-owner and the person who is extremely passionate about its project. We was enjoying with the hotel for days and will be back for sure 🙂
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Sajan
IndiaGreat location and a good stay . Rooms are bit small , since the location is too good we have to sometimes compromise in the room size 😀
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Divyadarshni
United KingdomLocation location location !!! Absolute gorgeous property within the castle complex in Kruja . The owner Olsi was very attentive and thoughtful and put a lot of attention to detail and his passion exudes through the property . The breakfast was beautifully presented and the homemade pancakes were a good touch ! Olsi was friendly and a great host
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Penny
New ZealandWe loved staying in this beautiful and authentic hotel within the castle. The room was beautiful and very stylish. The sunset from balcony amazing. Breakfast was superb. Staying here was a highlight of our holiday and the peacefulness so very special. Orse the owner was a wealth of local history and culture.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Tamara
United StatesThe air conditioning is problematic. He has brand new units and systems in place, so it may be a matter of fine tuning the new system. The room only cooled 1 degree (from 24 to 23) the whole time we were there, despite it being on and lowered to 19. While he is working on figuring out what the issue is, it would be really helpful to have fans to offer the guests just to have some sort of air flow in the room. There was not screens on the windows, so I did not want to open, plus it I was very hot outside. He kindly offered us a room change to the lower floor, which was cooler in general and also the units seemed to work well, but we wanted to keep the room with the castle view.
What you see in the pictures is what you get. The room in beautifully decorated, very clean and comfortable. All the finishes and bedding are high quality. The owner is making improvements every day and it is evident he cares about the quality of your experience/stay at his place. It's a beautiful place! We loved our room and would stay there again! 1 thing to keep in mind: you have to walk up to the property via the castle entry, it's not super far, but can be if your luggage is heavy. Be prepared to carry your luggage. The rock pathway is slick even in dry, not rainy weather. Wear appropriate shoes.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Allison
United KingdomJust need to take care on the cobblestones to the hotel as extremely slippery but well worth it.
Exceptional and unique accommodation within the walls of the castle.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Nils
NetherlandsNice and quiet place with very clean rooms and a fantastic bathroom. When you step outside you immediately have a nice view of the city in front of you
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 15 June 2025
Ian
CanadaIt was a little hard for us to find, (that may have been my navigating) but with communication from the host, we found it and he helped us with the parking.
What a fabulous space that is inside the castle. The host was very helpful, with great customer service, very clean rooms, with an outdoor common area, indoor bar and seating area, and a beautiful patio to relax with a drink in the evening or eat a great breakfast overlooking the valley. All this and a 5 min walk to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Lydia
CanadaLovely hotel in a very convenient area. Everything is easily walkable. The rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Melody
AustraliaLoved absolutely everything about the place.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 8 June 2025
Samuel-georges
IsraelBear in mind to call the hotel before parking as it is a bit challenging.
It was very authentic, the owner refurbished old Ottoman homes to a wonderful hotel. It is located inside of the castle, and fully embedded in the Medieval history of Albania. The staff was extremely welcoming, and the recommended restaurant for dinner is great.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 31 May 2025
Revanth
IndiaExcellent experience. Host was very accommodating. Perfect location to explore Kruja. Coffee and breakfast was great.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Lauren
United KingdomWe had a lovely stay, staff was very helpful and accommodating. helped us to find a parking space and even offered to help with bags, and where to eat. Spacious room and comfortable sleep. Would recommend.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Nihal
United KingdomBreakfast was lacking choices. Hospitality could be improved. Difficulty to park as there is no parking nearby and requires about 5mins walk to the hotel. Also, no direction received from owner/staff on where to park the car.
Excellent location right inside the castle walls. Clean room and comfy beds.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 13 May 2025
Mehmet
TurkeyJust a recommendation. Maybe a little improvement for breakfast with some little traditional touch. Byrek etc..
Atmosphere was amazing. You feel real medieval vibe in a historic castle. Super clean, well renovated rooms. Price was perfectly reasonable. Thanks for amazing stay..
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 13 May 2025
Silvia
SwitzerlandNothing. Absolutely perfect.
This hotel is stunning! Waking up inside a heritage treasure is a unique experience. There are other accommodation options in the castle area but this is the only one truly inside the historic site. Rooms are brand new, spotless clean and tastefully decorated. The standard is top. Breakfast on a terrace with a view that reaches the Adriatic Sea is priceless. Excellent service and value for money. Highly recommended!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 19 April 2025
Valerie
BelgiumFantastic location. Great hote
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Lilach
IsraelThe place is located in the castle complex, we took a room with a balcony and the view was wonderful. The owner of the place was very helpful and kind. Breakfast is served in a restaurant in the castle complex and was very nice. Check about parking before arriving at the place and the owner of the place will direct you to the parking, do not be tempted by charlatans who claim that the parking is private
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 4 April 2025
Nathaniel
United KingdomBeautiful property in a beautiful place
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Maha
NetherlandsOnly about the breakfast should be more options but maybe because was off season. And on more thing maybe more facilities yo reach the hotel because from the parking to go inside the castle the road not easy. But we like it
Amazing place in kruja. We was looking for restvand calm and we found it there. Is really a castle. So clean the room and all facilities there.we was on off season not enough staff but it was very nice.the honor Olsi so gentle, and helpful. Our breakfast was in the other place same in the castle no a lot if option but not bad.sure I will visit kruja again and again in this wonderful castle hotel.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 28 February 2025
Michael
United StatesImagine staying on Castle 🏰 grounds. Unbelievable experience. Wonderful near museum (5 Euro per person. ) Hotel room looks brand new and cozy. Steps away from Old Bazaar and many restaurants. I recommend this 100 times!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Fabio
United Kingdombreakfast was included on the price, but you are only allowed to have one cup of coffee. If you want another one you have to pay for it.
Beautiful location, nice and comfortable bed very friendly staff!
Stayed in February 2025
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