Your stay — Kamelia Resort
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The Property — Kamelia Resort
Kamelia Resort is a solid three-star beachfront property in Durrës, about 200m from the main strip of bars and restaurants. You get a decent pool, a private beach area with sunbeds, and no-fuss rooms with balconies, most overlooking the sea. It suits families or couples who want a reliable base for a short city-and-coast break, not luxury or Instagram glamour. Standing in the lobby you smell chlorine and sea salt, see flip-flop-wearing guests coming back from the beach, and hear Albanian pop from the bar. It feels honest, not pretentious.
Chronicles of Durres
Durrës was founded in 627 BC by Greek colonists from Corinth and Corcyra, as Epidamnos, later renamed Dyrrachium by the Romans. It became a major Roman and Byzantine port, starting the Via Egnatia to Constantinople, and was the scene of the famous 1081 Byzantine–Norman battle. The 6th-century Byzantine amphitheatre, second-largest in the Balkans, testifies to this layered past. Ottoman rule and a devastating 1918 earthquake reshaped the city, while 20th-century communist-era blocks still line parts of the coast. Today it’s Albania’s second city, a lively mix of Italianate boulevards, faded socialist concrete, and growing tourism infrastructure.
Best Time to Visit
Full Durres guide →Best months
June and September: highs around 28-30°C, sea temperatures pleasant (22-24°C), beach crowds manageable, and you can eat outdoors without sweating.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak, driven by European school holidays and Albanian diaspora returning. Hotel prices at Kamelia can double; the waterfront swarms with sunbeds, and day-trippers from Tirana fill the beach by noon. The Durrës Summer Festival (early July) and local beach parties add to the squeeze.
Budget shoulder season
Mid-late September and May: still warm (24-28°C) but quieter, prices drop 30-40%, and you can actually get a beach lounger. May has more rain risk, September is safer.
Weather & packing
Durrës gets the Sirocco wind in summer, pushing hot, dusty air from North Africa that briefly makes afternoons feel sticky. Pack a light, long-sleeved linen shirt for evenings and a rehydration salt sachet for the heat.
Live City Briefing — Durres
- The Durrës–Tirana bus route (#Rrush) now runs a direct express every 30 minutes from the new terminal near the port, cutting the journey to 40 minutes. Expect €2.5 one-way, cash only.
- A major beachfront promenade renovation between the port and Kamelia's stretch was completed in late 2025, adding a designated cycle/footpath and new public showers. Some construction dust lingers in spots.
- The city has introduced a temporary beach fee for non-residents (€1.50/day) along the main shore to fund cleaning. Kamelia’s private beach is exempt if you are a hotel guest.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kamelia Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors (4th or 5th) on the side facing away from the main road – likely the rear or south-facing wing – for quieter sleep and better sea glimpses. These rooms avoid street-level bustle and benefit from the lift access on floors 1-5.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or any room directly above the bar (reported on ground level). Also skip rooms facing the street on floors 1-2, as Durres’ coastal road can be busy with traffic and nightlife noise.
Best views
Partial sea view from upper south-facing rooms; requested rooms on the top floor (5) with a balcony overlooking the garden or side street offer the best compromise of light and privacy.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 – furthest from ground-level noise and with lift access. Corner rooms at the rear are typically calmest.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise source is the coastal road (Rruga Pavaresia) – especially in summer with mopeds, buses, and bars. Morning delivery trucks to the hotel kitchen may hit rooms near the back service entrance. Occasional late-night revellers from nearby beach clubs.
Insider tips
1) Check-in early (before 2 PM) to secure a rear-facing room, as front rooms sell out first. 2) Ask the front desk for a room on floor 4-5 away from the lift shaft – they can usually accommodate if you’re polite. 3) If you park in the hotel’s limited off-street lot, request a space near the side entrance (less foot traffic).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Kamelia Resort
Free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps, single device); premium 50 Mbps (up to 5 devices) available for 800 ALL per 24 hours; login via voucher at reception
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader code at check-in; no physical papers
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop available from 09:00 at reception; late check-out until 14:00 costs 1,500 ALL, after 14:00 full night rate
Free for same-day; charge of 500 ALL for multi-day storage
Step-free entrance with ramp at front; one accessible room on ground floor with widened doorways and grab bars; no lift access to basement pool area
Free on-site parking for 15 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Rruga e Currilave (0.3 km) costs 200 ALL per hour / 1,200 ALL per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 220 ALL per person per night
Deposit & card hold: One night advance deposit required to guarantee booking; 2,000 ALL incidental hold on credit card at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 652 m · ~8 min walk
Farmaci NADA — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Market Keli — 638 m · ~8 min walk
Golem — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Albanian Lek, ALL
Use ATMs at banks like Credins or Raiffeisen for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the port or Durrës bus station, which give poor rates.
Cards are accepted in larger supermarkets and hotels, but many local cafés, bakeries, and small shops are cash-only; contactless is rare outside chain stores.
Round up at restaurants (5-10% is appreciated but not expected), leave small change for taxi drivers, and tip hotel staff 100-200 Lek for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso at a local bar (normale) costs about 50-80 Lek.
A byrek (savory pastry) from a bakery or a plate of qofte (meatballs) with salad from a traditional restaurant costs around 250-400 Lek.
A main course of grilled fish or meat with a side at a local taverna runs 400-600 Lek.
The seaside promenade (Lagja 1) has vendors selling boiled corn, roasted chestnuts, and byrek, while the area around the Roman amphitheatre has bakery stands.
Supermarkets like Conad, Eurospar, and Alba are common in Durrës.
The main shopping street (Rruga Taulantia) near the centre has affordable chain stores and local boutiques, plus a weekly open-air market near the port.
Local minibuses (furgons) cost 30-50 Lek per ride within the city; from Tirana Airport, take the airport shuttle to Tirana bus station then a furgon to Durrës (total ~400 Lek).
1) Eat at bakeries (byrek & pite) for filling meals under 200 Lek; 2) buy drinks at supermarkets rather than beachfront kiosks; 3) walk or use furgons instead of taxis, which often overcharge tourists.
Emergency Contacts
DurresDurrës emergency numbers are the same as the national Albanian ones. For police dial 129, ambulance 127, fire 128. For roadside assistance call 126. English may not be widely spoken, so have a local or your hotel staff ready to assist if needed. Save these for your trip.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Durres, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Kamelia Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 652 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Farmaci NADA — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Durres Bus Station (terminali i autobusave) → Kadris Hotel (via Sheshi Pranvera stop)
💡 Bus lines 1, 3, and 6 all pass near the hotel. Ask for 'Sheshi Pranvera'—it's a small square just 2 blocks south of the hotel. Exact change is expected, so keep coins handy.
Durres City Center (any point) → Kadris Hotel
💡 Use the 'Taxi Durres' app or call +355 69 20 20 111 for reliable drivers. Avoid flagging down random cabs near the port—they often quote inflated prices for short hops. A ride from the amphitheatre to the hotel should cost no more than 500 lekë.
Tirana International Airport (TIA) → Durres City Center (near Kadris Hotel)
💡 Buy a ticket from the driver (cash only, lekë or euros accepted). Get off at the main Durres bus stop on Rruga e Durrësit, then it's a 10-minute walk downhill to Kadris Hotel—no need for a taxi unless you have heavy luggage.
Tirana International Airport (TIA) → Kadris Hotel, Durres
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; official taxi ranks at the airport charge a fixed rate—look for the yellow taxis with a meter, or pre-book a transfer via the hotel for peace of mind.
About Durres
Wikipedia ↗
Durrës ( DUURR-əs, Albanian: [ˈdurəs]; Albanian definite form: Durrësi) is the second most populous city of the Republic of Albania and seat of Durrës County and Durrës Municipality. It is one of Albania's oldest continuously inhabited cities, with roughly 2,500 years of recorded history. It is loca...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Kamelia Resort?
Request upper floors (4th or 5th) on the side facing away from the main road – likely the rear or south-facing wing – for quieter sleep and better sea glimpses. These rooms avoid street-level bustle and benefit from the lift access on floors 1-5.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kamelia Resort?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or any room directly above the bar (reported on ground level). Also skip rooms facing the street on floors 1-2, as Durres’ coastal road can be busy with traffic and nightlife noise.
Is Kamelia Resort noisy?
Main noise source is the coastal road (Rruga Pavaresia) – especially in summer with mopeds, buses, and bars. Morning delivery trucks to the hotel kitchen may hit rooms near the back service entrance. Occasional late-night revellers from nearby beach clubs.
Which rooms have the best views at Kamelia Resort?
Partial sea view from upper south-facing rooms; requested rooms on the top floor (5) with a balcony overlooking the garden or side street offer the best compromise of light and privacy.
What are insider tips for staying at Kamelia Resort?
1) Check-in early (before 2 PM) to secure a rear-facing room, as front rooms sell out first. 2) Ask the front desk for a room on floor 4-5 away from the lift shaft – they can usually accommodate if you’re polite. 3) If you park in the hotel’s limited off-street lot, request a space near the side entrance (less foot traffic).
What time is check-in at Kamelia Resort?
Check-in at Kamelia Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kamelia Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps, single device); premium 50 Mbps (up to 5 devices) available for 800 ALL per 24 hours; login via voucher at reception
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kamelia Resort?
220 ALL per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Kamelia Resort?
A byrek (savory pastry) from a bakery or a plate of qofte (meatballs) with salad from a traditional restaurant costs around 250-400 Lek.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kamelia Resort?
Local minibuses (furgons) cost 30-50 Lek per ride within the city; from Tirana Airport, take the airport shuttle to Tirana bus station then a furgon to Durrës (total ~400 Lek).
When is the best time to visit Durres?
June and September: highs around 28-30°C, sea temperatures pleasant (22-24°C), beach crowds manageable, and you can eat outdoors without sweating.
Top Attractions in Durres
💡 Grab a cheap byrek from 'Byrektores' near the clock tower—about 50 ALL. The street is busiest after 18:00.
💡 Climb is steep and narrow—wear sensible shoes. Best at sunset for good light and fewer people.
💡 Walk east of the main pier for less crowded spots. No lounger required—bring a towel. Free showers at some access points.
💡 Buy tickets from the small booth outside; cash only. Early morning or late afternoon avoids crowds and heat.
💡 Entrance is around 300 ALL (roughly £2.50). Go early to beat tour groups; the small café upstairs has good coffee.