Reviews of Old Bazaar 1790
Rruga Astrit Karagjozi, 6002 Gjirokastër, Albania
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Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe Old Bazaar is one of the best place to stay in the town , very well organised and very clean,very great breakfast, and the owner is very friendly kind, Is worth it every Pany you pay to stay.
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe enjoyed our stay in this traditional Ottoman house lovingly converted into a hotel. The hosts showed us around on arrival. Those with mobility issues should be aware there are quite a few stairs and no lift. But that didn't put us off. We stayed in the Queen's Suite, which was comfortable and clean. The location is perfect - 15 mins hike to the Castle and 10 mins to the Old Bazaar. Loved stepping back in time. The breakfast was good spread.
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewNice, traditional hotel, good value
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Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful traditional property.
Would have been more comfortable and more cost effective to have had a 3 bed and a 2 bed room rather than all 5 in one family room.
Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat spot close to Bazaar and good restaurants. Lovely staff. Quiet. Some rooms like staying in a traditional house.
Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat location right next to the Old Town. A perfect size room for one night with comfortable bedding. Once we arrived, we walked everywhere which helped remove the stress of driving on the tight roads. The manager was very kind and helpful with recommendations and was eager to please. We also enjoyed the breakfast selection!
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Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe property was beautiful and in such a great location. The price was very cheap for what we got and the breakfast was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. The staff was so incredibly nice as well.
There wasn’t anything I didn’t like
Reviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery beautiful, perfectly restored room. We felt like in a museum. The host were very attentive and always available. The location is near to the historic city center and most sights
Reviewed: 15 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewA charming and authentic stay in the heart of Gjirokastër’s old town. The location is perfect, just steps away from the historic bazaar. The room was clean, comfortable, and full of character, with beautiful traditional decor. The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience the true atmosphere of Gjirokastër.
Reviewed: 3 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful building, good location right above old town. We did not have any issues with noise from traffic or restaurants, but did wake up owing to religious sounds. Comfy beds, spacious veranda. Good breakfast (though juice was not fresh) served by a very nice lady. There's a parking right across (doesn't belong to the hotel) which is practical.
No electric kettle, no coffee/ tea facilities. Fridge was not plugged in when we arrived and this wasn't visible.
Reviewed: 1 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewFantastic location in the old town. Beautiful hotel in an old Ottoman restored house. Very nice staff.
Reviewed: 16 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewIt was a perfect stay, thank you very much.
Dear Peter , It is a pleasure and honor for our staff to make your stay in Gjirokastra unforgettable, Warm regards, Management
Reviewed: 19 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewStaff were welcoming and the property is beautiful
Reviewed: 18 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewWe booked the Deluxe King Suite, it's an impressively large room full of character. Good AC in the room. Nice lady who greeted us and checked us in. In a great location close to all the tourist streets.
Breakfast was ok but felt it could have been better at this price point i.e. fresh orange juice. Some noise at night due to local bars, but that's not their fault, it wasn't the worst and I am sensitive to noise. Beware that parking in this area is challenging, there's only 2 spaces for the hotel and the streets to get there are very tight, you may be best to park in the town centre underground car park and walk up.
Reviewed: 8 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewA beautiful room in a historic building centrally located just minutes from the castle and the bazaar district of Gjirokaster. Very good breakfast and friendly staff.
Reviewed: 4 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewPerfect location with ancient flair
Reviewed: 19 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewPerfect location to discover the city, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast on a nice balcony
Everything was very good !
Reviewed: 5 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewLocated in the heart of Gjirokastra old town, in an old, traditional, ottoman style house. Friendly staff.
Hard mattresses. No shades in the windows (common in Albania). The toilet seat (and lid) were not fixed and you could easily slide aside while seated. The hotel has only 2 reserved parking spots on the street, which are usually occupied by non guests. There is a private parking place just opposite the street, that will charge you 7 euros per night instead of 5 mentioned in the booking confirmation (that’s till checkout at 10:30, then 2 euros per hour).