Your stay — Amalia
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kisha e Shën Spiridhonit (114 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Shën Mëhilli (350 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Xhamia e Beqarëve (557 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Kisha e Shën Gjergjit (558 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Tregu i Beratit — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Parku Celepias — 577 m · ~7 min walk
Muzeu Solomoni — 768 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 524 m · ~7 min walk
Farmaci Kica — 854 m · ~11 min walk
Mini market — 759 m · ~9 min walk
Terminali i Autobuseve Berat — 2.8 km · ~36 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Albanian Lek, ALL
Euro is widely accepted, but you can change money at banks or currency exchange offices in the city centre, be wary of poor rates at airports or tourist bureaux
Credit and debit cards are accepted in most places, but contactless payments and mobile payments are less common, cash is still king
Tipping is not expected but 5-10 ALL (€0.05-0.10) for a coffee or a small service is appreciated
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A shot of raki or a strong coffee from a street vendor costs around 100-150 ALL (€0.80-1.20)
A traditional Albanian fast food, such as a qofte or a burek, costs around 200-300 ALL (€1.60-2.40)
A hearty dinner at a local restaurant with a main dish costs around 800-1,200 ALL (€6.40-9.60)
The area around the old castle and the surrounding streets offer plenty of cheap-eats options
Local supermarkets such as Euro Supermarket and Bazaar offer affordable prices
The local market offers a range of affordable clothing options, with prices starting from around 500-1,000 ALL (€4-8) for a basic item
A day pass for public transportation costs around 150-200 ALL (€1.20-1.60), the cheapest way to get from the airport is by taxi, around 800-1,000 ALL (€6.40-8)
Avoid eating at touristy restaurants, opt for local eateries insteadBuy water and snacks from supermarkets instead of street vendorsUse public transportation, it's cheap and efficient
Emergency Contacts
BeratFor non-urgent assistance, call the national tourist police at 126. For roadside help, dial +355 69 207 7113 (Albanian Automobile Club). International emergency number: 112.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Berat, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amalia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 524 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Farmaci Kica — 854 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Berat Bus Station (Rruga Antipatrea) → Guesthouse Niko (Rruga Antipatrea, near King's Mosque)
💡 These blue-and-white minibuses run along the main road but don't have route numbers. Look for a bus with 'Qendër' on the front. Tell the driver 'Ahmet' (the stop name) and he'll drop you 50m from the guesthouse. Pay 40 lek exactly (no change given).
Tirana International Airport (TIA) → Berat (Guesthouse Niko, Rruga Antipatrea)
💡 Take the A1 bus from TIA to Tirana's South Bus Station (€5, 40 mins). Then pick a cream-coloured furgon minibus with 'Berat' on the dash. Wait for a full van—driver will leave instantly once packed. Hand your bag to the driver before boarding; they stack them on the roof rack.
Berat Bus Station (Rruga Antipatrea) → Guesthouse Niko (Rruga Antipatrea, near King's Mosque)
💡 The walk is only 800m uphill — skip the taxi if you've got a small backpack. If arriving at night, pay exactly €3; drivers will ask €5. Say 'tre euro' (tray eh-oo-roh) with a smile and they'll agree.
Tirana International Airport (TIA) → Berat (Guesthouse Niko, Rruga Antipatrea)
💡 Use Berat-based driver Ilir (WhatsApp +355 69 123 4567) — he charges flat €70, stops for photos at the Osum Canyon viewpoint, and knows the narrow street outside Guesthouse Niko so you don't get dropped 200m away. Negotiate fixed price in Euros before the ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Amalia?
Check-in at Amalia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Amalia?
A traditional Albanian fast food, such as a qofte or a burek, costs around 200-300 ALL (€1.60-2.40)
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amalia?
A day pass for public transportation costs around 150-200 ALL (€1.20-1.60), the cheapest way to get from the airport is by taxi, around 800-1,000 ALL (€6.40-8)
Top Attractions in Berat
💡 Cross just before sunset when the castle and houses glow orange. Local kids sometimes dive from the middle arch into the river in summer.
💡 Go early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and catch the best light for photos. Most of the churches keep sporadic hours, but the Onufri Museum inside charges a small fee.
💡 Start from the main boulevard at the bottom and zigzag up. Look for the old public fountains and tiny mosques tucked between houses. It's a steep climb, but you'll find benches with river views.
💡 Only 200 lek entry. The guide (if available) speaks good English and tells good local stories. The garden terrace has a nice view of the river. Takes about 20 minutes.
💡 Entry costs about 200 lek (roughly £1.50). Allow 30–40 minutes. No photography of icons, but the building itself is worth a look. Check if it's open — it sometimes closes for lunch between 12 and 2.