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:
Excellent Old Town location with great views
Beautiful, traditionally decorated rooms
Clean rooms and good housekeeping
Helpful staff (assistance with parking, shuttle service)
Terrace/views and authentic historic character
Recommended by multiple guests
Cons:
Difficult vehicle access / narrow steep uphill road
Parking limited / stressful to park
No elevator to upper floors
Occasional room issues (fridge not working, uncomfortable mattress)
Breakfast/basic options for some; coffee/tea sometimes disappointing
Service can feel reserved in some interactions

Categories

Cleanliness
9.5
Multiple reviews explicitly praise cleanliness (e.g., 'chambre très propre', 'Loved the room's decor and cleanliness'), indicating very good housekeeping overall.
Service
8.8
Service is mixed: several guests call staff friendly/helpful (parking assistance, shuttle), while one review describes staff as somewhat reserved — overall slightly above average.
Location
10
Consistently highlighted as exceptional: in the heart of the Old Town with great views and walking access to sights — repeatedly described as a primary reason to stay.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are frequently described as beautiful, spacious and traditionally decorated; a few issues noted (one uncomfortable mattress, occasional lack of elevator access) but overall very positive.
Amenities
8
Mixed amenities: parking and shuttle exist but access/parking is challenging; some rooms lacked a working fridge and there is no elevator to upper floors — practical limitations lower this score.
Value for Money
9.5
Guests frequently recommend the hotel and highlight its character and location as excellent value for visiting the city, supporting a high value rating.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Breakfast opinions vary: some guests enjoyed delicious, individually prepared breakfast, while others found it basic (limited items) and were disappointed by coffee/tea — slightly above average overall.
Overall Experience
9
Overall sentiment is very positive due to location, historic charm and generally good rooms and cleanliness, tempered by access/parking difficulties and a few service/comfort quibbles.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 21:32

Property Description

Convenient Location
Hotel Kalemi 2, nestled in Gjirokastër just 44 km from Zaravina lake, offers a tranquil retreat with easy access to nearby attractions.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and free WiFi in every room. Indulge in the convenience of room service, a 24-hour front desk, and a bar for a relaxing evening.

Scenic Views
Relish in the picturesque surroundings with some rooms featuring balconies and city views. Wake up to the stunning landscape of Gjirokastër right from your window.

Book your stay at Hotel Kalemi 2 and experience a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TIA

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1195 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.5
Service: 8.8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 9
F
Flinois • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Très bel établissement, très bien situé dans Gjirokaster, proche du bazaar

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
K
Kent • couple • us
10
Excellent choice, highly recommended!
Pros:

Excellent location. Very helpful staff, beautiful room with a castle view, breakfast was top notch.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
M
Marialuisa • extended_group • it
7
Posizione ottima. Colazione modesta. Bagno no comment
Pros:

La posizione

Cons:

La colazione e il bagno

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
E
Emmanuelle • couple • fr
10
Pros:

L’Emplacement, la grande chambre, le petit déjeuner

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
D
Diogo • family_with_children • br
10
Excelente localização e estrutura
Pros:

Ótimos funcionários, quarto excelente com vista do castelo. Hotel com estacionamento e muito próximo à cidade histórica onde só se entra caminhando. Perfeito para nossa estadia com 2 bebês. Forneceram 2 berços gratuitamente, além e check out tardio. Bom café da manhã! Excelente hotel e recomendo a todos.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
A
Albulena • family_with_children • de
10
Kleine Zeitreise, wirklich aussergewöhnlich
Pros:

Authentisches Hotel! Super feeling, tolle Ausstattung

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
O
Oded • couple • il
10
מעולה
Pros:

מיקום מדהים צוות מעולה חדרים נקיים ומרווחים מאוד. קרוב לכל האטרקציות המקומיות

Cons:

ארוחת בוקר ברמה נמוכה

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
B
Beatriz • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

La ubicación y trato del.personal.

Cons:

El acceso al hotel para llegar en coche

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
Z
Zaïd • family_with_children • fr
9
Très bon établissement - emplacement au top !!!
Pros:

Nous avons apprécié l’accueil, la proximité avec les centres d’intérêt (old bazar et le château), et l’équipement complet et la place de parking.

Cons:

Rien ne nous a déplu hormis peut être la proximité avec un resto qui nous a fait profiter d’un concert jusque tard dans la nuit.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
M
Maria M. • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
A
Abdul Cader • extended_group • gb
10
Pleasant stay.
Pros:

I would highly recommend this place for location and the view from the room. We regret staying there for just 1 night. Amazing castle view from the room. Very close to the old town and the castle. Good breakfast as well. Staff were very friendly.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
V
Vanessa • family_with_children • at
8
Ok for 1 night
Pros:

Very nice staff members, very attentive. Big room! Nice view

Cons:

Breakfast was ok, not my cup of tea, but you get a lot. AC in the room took a while to work!

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
C
christine • family_with_children • fr
10
Très bonne expérience
Pros:

Très bon emplacement, tout près des rues commerçantes et des restaurants
Accueil très agréable
Chambres très spacieuses, grand confort, belles vues.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
A
Arnauld • couple • fr
10
Tout le charme de Gjirokaster
Pros:

Hôtel plein de charme au cœur de la vieille ville, avec des chambres impeccables et confortable, un petit déjeuner parfait et un personnel très accueillant et attentionné.

Cons:

Attention, difficile à atteindre en voiture, pour conducteurs aguerris !

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
A
Arto • couple • fi
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
S
Sophie • couple • fr
10
Hôtel très bien situé et très bien tenu
Pros:

Hôtel très bien situé en plein cœur de la vieille ville qui permet de tout faire à pied. Chambre Ultra propre et confortable. Tout le personnel aux petits soins. Très contents de notre séjour.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
J
JEAN JACQUES • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le personnel et l’hotel
Sa situation par rapport aux sites a visiter

Cons:

L'accès a l hôtel ́est pas simple et le stationnement compliqué

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
K
Klaus • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
G
ginachappa • couple • cy
9
Pros:

Staff very helpful, especially with parking the car

Cons:

Breakfast was good but a bit touristic - we expected more local products

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
S
Stephanie • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

L'emplacement et le côté "dans son jus" de l'établissement.
Le parking

Cons:

Salle de bains un peu petite et vetuste

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee