Albania Beach Vacations

I stayed at this 5-star hotel in Sarandë, Albania, and unfortunately my experience was very disappointing. The hotel itself is very big, beautiful, and has a lot of potential, but the management and organization are far below the standard expected from a 5-star property. From the moment we arrived, we noticed problems. We were given only one room card even though there were two people staying in the room, which is very inconvenient. The room also did not have a smart TV, only a basic television, which does not match the expectations of a 5-star hotel. The communication with reception was one of the biggest issues. Every time we tried to call reception from our room, the line was always busy, and we could not reach them when we needed help. We had to go downstairs every time to ask for assistance. When we asked staff questions, we often did not receive clear or accurate answers, which made the service feel unprofessional. For such a large hotel, having only one elevator is completely insufficient. Guests have to wait a long time, especially during busy hours. The hotel is not well prepared for the number of guests it accommodates. The breakfast was also a major disappointment and definitely not at the level expected from a 5-star hotel. The choices were very limited and did not offer the quality or variety that guests expect from this category of hotel. When the breakfast area becomes crowded, there are not enough comfortable places to sit, and guests may end up sharing tables

Property is new, breakfast food is low quality, you have to pay extra if you want a espresso or cappuccino. One night we didn’t have hot water in the shower. Staff said it would take 15 minutes to solve, but it took one hour.

Great place. Not everyone speaks English, but they are friendly and helpful.

+ Close to the airport + Clean and fresh + Good bed + Pool - Questionable 4-star rating - Breakfast wasn't great - Food wasn't anything special - The gym wasn't good - Expensive per night - Heavy traffic outside the window All in all, it’s a good choice—provided you aren't looking for a great dining experience. It’s perfect for spending the night and heading off early in the morning.

I stayed at this 5-star hotel in Sarandë, Albania, and unfortunately my experience was very disappointing. The hotel itself is very big, beautiful, and has a lot of potential, but the management and organization are far below the standard expected from a 5-star property. From the moment we arrived, we noticed problems. We were given only one room card even though there were two people staying in the room, which is very inconvenient. The room also did not have a smart TV, only a basic television, which does not match the expectations of a 5-star hotel. The communication with reception was one of the biggest issues. Every time we tried to call reception from our room, the line was always busy, and we could not reach them when we needed help. We had to go downstairs every time to ask for assistance. When we asked staff questions, we often did not receive clear or accurate answers, which made the service feel unprofessional. For such a large hotel, having only one elevator is completely insufficient. Guests have to wait a long time, especially during busy hours. The hotel is not well prepared for the number of guests it accommodates. The breakfast was also a major disappointment and definitely not at the level expected from a 5-star hotel. The choices were very limited and did not offer the quality or variety that guests expect from this category of hotel. When the breakfast area becomes crowded, there are not enough comfortable places to sit, and guests may end up sharing tables

Property is new, breakfast food is low quality, you have to pay extra if you want a espresso or cappuccino. One night we didn’t have hot water in the shower. Staff said it would take 15 minutes to solve, but it took one hour.