Hotel Central

Hotels
6.8 (146 reviews)
Rruga " Karl Gega" , Tirana , AL

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Centrally located
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of proper amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.51
Cleaning issues were mentioned, with complaints about broken tiles and cigarette smells.
Service
7.98
General sentiment is positive, though staff were noted to appear grumpy at times.
Location
8.52
Centrally located, convenient for access to city center.
Room Quality
6.47
Some rooms were better than expected, but several reviews indicate older hotel standards.
Amenities
5.5
Amenities were found lacking, with specific complaints about internet and breakfast quality.
Value for Money
7.46
Good price-quality ratio was mentioned, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
6.01
Breakfast was described as minimal with limited options.
Overall Experience
6.98
Mixed overall experience; positive interactions but many criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 03:48

Property Description

Convenient Location: Located just 1.3 km from Skanderbeg Square, Hotel Central offers easy access to popular attractions such as the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet of Albania.

Comfortable Accommodation: Each room at Hotel Central features a balcony, air conditioning, and a TV, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Family-Friendly Amenities: With a children's playground on-site, Hotel Central is the perfect choice for families looking to relax and enjoy their time in Tirana.

Experience convenience, comfort, and family-friendly amenities at Hotel Central. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience in Tirana!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 146 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.51
Service: 7.98
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 6.47
Amenities: 5.5
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 6.01
Overall Experience: 6.98
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wanderbug • couple • mt
7
A Functional Stay in a Central Location in Tirana
Pros:

This 2-star hotel offers a simple, functional stay in a central location, ideal for travellers seeking basic accommodation at a reasonable price. Housed in an old townhouse converted into a hotel with minimal refurbishment, the property retains its dated, post-war furniture and decor. However, if you can look past the old-fashioned interiors, it offers good value for money. The rooms are small but functional, with ensuite bathrooms and basic toiletries provided. The bed linen and towels were clean and fresh-smelling. The hotel offers good, free Wi-Fi. A major bonus is the free on-site parking, which is particularly valuable in Tirana, where finding a parking space can be a real challenge.

Breakfast is traditional with a choice of omelette or fried eggs, fresh cucumber and tomatoes, Albanian cheese, and bread, along with Albanian tea or a cappuccino, all of which were good.

One of the highlights of our stay was the warmth and hospitality of the Albanian people. The reception staff spoke good English and were available until 11:30 pm. The morning cook was especially kind and accommodating, serving us breakfast as early as 7 am. We were truly grateful for this early start, as we had long drives ahead of us the following day.

Cons:

The main downsides were the lumpy mattress, which made sleeping less comfortable. Also the limited number of electrical sockets in the room. With only a few outlets available, charging mobile phones and other electronic devices at the same time was a challenge, particularly for travellers carrying multiple devices.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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wanderbug • couple • mt
7
A Functional Stay in a Central Location in Tirana
Pros:

This 2-star hotel offers a simple, functional stay in a central location, ideal for travellers seeking basic accommodation at a reasonable price. Housed in an old townhouse converted into a hotel with minimal refurbishment, the property retains its dated, post-war furniture and decor. However, if you can look past the old-fashioned interiors, it offers good value for money. The rooms are small but functional, with ensuite bathrooms and basic toiletries provided. The bed linen and towels were clean and fresh-smelling. The hotel offers good, free Wi-Fi. A major bonus is the free on-site parking, which is particularly valuable in Tirana, where finding a parking space can be a real challenge.

Breakfast is traditional with a choice of omelette or fried eggs, fresh cucumber and tomatoes, Albanian cheese, and bread, along with Albanian tea or a cappuccino, all of which were good.

One of the highlights of our stay was the warmth and hospitality of the Albanian people. The reception staff spoke good English and were available until 11:30 pm, which is reassuring for guests arriving later in the evening. The morning cook was especially kind and accommodating, serving us breakfast as early as 7 am. We were truly grateful for this early start, as we had long drives ahead of us that day.

Cons:

The main downsides were the lumpy mattress, which made sleeping less comfortable. Also the limited number of electrical sockets in the room. With only a few outlets available, charging mobile phones and other electronic devices at the same time was a challenge, particularly for travellers carrying multiple devices.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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wanderbug • couple • mt
7
A Functional Stay in a Central Location in Tirana
Pros:

This 2-star hotel offers a simple, functional stay in a central location, ideal for travellers seeking basic accommodation at a reasonable price. Housed in an old townhouse converted into a hotel with minimal refurbishment, the property retains its dated, post-war furniture and decor. However, if you can look past the old-fashioned interiors, it offers good value for money. The rooms are small but functional, with ensuite bathrooms and basic toiletries provided. The bed linen and towels were clean and fresh-smelling. The hotel offers good, free Wi-Fi. A major bonus is the free on-site parking, which is particularly valuable in Tirana, where finding a parking space can be a real challenge.
Breakfast is traditional with a choice of omelette or fried eggs, fresh cucumber and tomatoes, Albanian cheese, and bread, along with Albanian tea or a cappuccino, all of which were good.
One of the highlights of our stay was the warmth and hospitality of the Albanian people. The reception staff spoke good English and were available until 11:30 pm. The morning cook was especially kind and accommodating, serving us breakfast as early as 7 am. We were truly grateful for this early start, as we had long drives ahead of us that day.

Cons:

The main downsides were the lumpy mattress, which made sleeping less comfortable. Also the limited number of electrical sockets in the room. With only a few outlets available, charging mobile phones and other electronic devices at the same time was a challenge, particularly for travellers carrying multiple devices.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • extended_group • de
10
Pros:

Die Gastfreundschaft der Inhaber und das Hotel ansich

Cons:

Es gibt nichts

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Saleem • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Location and staff were good. The morning guy is very cheerful and warm.

Cons:

The upper rooms needs renovation. The stairs were not easy.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Milos • solo_traveller • sk
4
Pros:

Poloha

Cons:

Rozbite sociálne zariadenie
Neochota personálu posunúť raňajky o pol hodinu alebo ich urobiť na čas 7:30
Jedna noc veľmi hlučná vo vedľajšej izbe
Veľmi mäkké postele
Chýbajúce vešiaky v skrini

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Violetta • solo_traveller • pl
6
Pros:

Lokalizacja blisko centrum, bardzo mili gospodarze, smaczne śniadania świeżo przygotowywane przez pana gospodarza. Cena niska w porównaniu do innych obiektów w okolicy.

Cons:

Obiekt przede wszystkim przydałoby się odświeżyć (moja sugestia - moskitiera, mimo zamkniętego okna komary się dostawały i nie dawały spać przez trzy noce) i troszkę bardziej zadbać o czystość w pokojach, nie wymagam codziennego mycia czy zmiany ręczników, ale było dużo kurzu na meblach. Nie spodziewałam się, że w pokoju zobaczę po prostu kabinę prysznicową. Przydałoby się też, by mimo dwóch menu robić jakąś rotację.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Giovanna • couple • it
9
Pros:

Il personale gentilissimo

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew from OZ • solo_traveller • au
8
Fair value for budget solo or couple traveller
Pros:

Very clean, good size room, aircon worked perfectly. breakfast just right.

Cons:

Shared toilet (although room had shower and basin)
Noise proofing from other two rooms on floor not perfect
Bed base seemed to have a broken slat, only an issue before you spread your weight

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Clarisse • solo_traveller • fr
5
Pros:

La salle de bain était ok. Emplacement nickel. Et gros + avec le petit déjeuner.
Bon rapport qualité / prix pour une nuit.

Cons:

L'odeur de tabac froid dans la chambre imprégnée dans le matelas et les rideaux.
Logement extrêmement bruillant.
Pas mal de bricolage manquant : la porte donnant sur l'extérieur sortie de ses gonds à notre arrivée. La lumière qui s'éteint sans raison et qui se rallume pendant la nuit...

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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delhaxhe • solo_traveller • be
6
Pourquoi pas
Pros:

Le personnel flexible et pas mal finalement, l'accueil du matin etait familial et l'emplacement par rapport au centre etait plus que correct.
Le prix est tres accessible pour une capitale.

Cons:

Je rejoins les autres commentaires concernant l'état général du bâtiment et des infrastructures, le bruit et la porte qui laisse passer la lumière.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Silvino Jose • family_with_children • es
4
Por el precio y con el desayuno, que más se puede pedir
Pros:

Lo bueno del alojoamiento es la ubicación y que cerca de allí había un aparcamiento de pago y con un poco de suerte se podía aparcar sin pagar nada

Cons:

Las camas muy incómodas y la habitación un poco cutre. Los mosquitos se pusieron las botas con los cuatro que éramos

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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nikkei • solo_traveller • it
4
Cons:

La stanza molto datata e non pulitissima, la porta si chiudeva male e la finestra pure, la colazione molto scarsa.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Zeina • solo_traveller • de
5
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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MAHMOUD • solo_traveller • il
1
Pros:

מלון לא שווה כלום

Cons:

מלון לא שווה שקל

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Arkaitz • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

La ubicacion y amabilidad del personal

Cons:

Las instalaciones antiguas pero como casi todo en tirana

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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hicham • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Lage und der Besitzer war nett

Cons:

Es war laut

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Said • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Maria Antonietta • solo_traveller • it
1
Pros:

Nulla

Cons:

Struttura con il nulla... fatiscente sconsiglio

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Serdar • family_with_children • tr
6
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee