Your stay — Loshi
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Durres.
The Property — Loshi
Loshi is a straightforward three-star hotel on Durrës’ main coastal road, a short walk from the beach. The lobby is all cool white tiles and functional furniture, with a small reception desk staffed by friendly, practical Albanians who speak solid English. It’s clean, no-nonsense, and aimed squarely at budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for a beach holiday—no frills, just a decent bed, air conditioning, and breakfast included.
Chronicles of Durres
Durrës was founded by Greek colonists from Corinth and Corfu in 627 BC, making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Albania. It rose as a key Roman port on the Via Egnatia, and Emperor Diocletian built an amphitheatre here that still stands. The Ottoman era left a legacy of mosques and bazaars, while the 20th century brought Italianate public buildings and a communist-era concrete sprawl. Today, it’s a lively Adriatic getaway, blending ancient ruins, a long promenade, and a no-fuss resort atmosphere popular with families and younger backpackers exploring the Albanian Riviera.
Best Time to Visit
Full Durres guide →Best months
June and September offer warm seas and sunny days in the high 20s °C, with July and August peak heat but also the liveliest beach scene.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season in Durrës, when the south coast fills with Albanian and Kosovan holidaymakers, and beach bars stay busy until late. Hotel prices can double from the low season, and advance booking is essential; the main event is the local beach culture rather than a single festival.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best shoulder months: hotel rates drop by 30-50%, the sea is still swimmable, and you’ll find quieter beaches and easier restaurant bookings.
Weather & packing
Durrës has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and sudden afternoon breezes off the sea. Pack light linen or cotton clothes, a swimsuit, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen, and a thin jacket or cardigan for cool mornings and evenings.
Live City Briefing — Durres
- Major roadworks on the Durrës bypass (part of the EU-funded Adriatic highway upgrade) are ongoing in mid-2026, causing delays for drivers heading into town from the airport or Tirana.
- The new pedestrianised plaza at the port, with open-air cafes and a viewing platform, opened late 2025 and is popular for evening strolls.
- Seasonal beach clubs on the northern stretch are charging 50–70% more than local-run ‘blue-flag’ stretches; check before setting up your umbrella.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Loshi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4, facing away from the main road (Durres city centre side streets are quieter). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better ventilation without relying on the aircon.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those at the front overlooking the street. Ground-floor rooms near reception or the breakfast area can suffer from footfall and kitchen clatter.
Best views
Rooms at the back or side (non-street-facing) overlook the surrounding low-rise buildings and neighbourhood, avoiding the main Durres coastal road traffic. No sea view – Loshi is inland.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (topmost) are the quietest, furthest from street-level noise and the lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise source is road traffic on the Durres city street. In summer, open windows mean moped and car horns are audible, especially lower floors. No lift means you’ll hear doors slamming in the stairwell.
Insider tips
1) If driving, park on the side street rather than the hotel’s limited frontage – it’s free after 8pm. 2) Check in early (before 2pm) to get a top-floor room before other guests grab the quiet ones – this hotel has no lift, so higher floors are less requested, but quieter.
- 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 — Loshi
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 10 Mbps download; no login required – just select the network and accept terms
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; one copy of Albanian daily 'Panorama' available at breakfast; building is a converted 1970s block with original terrazzo floors in lobby
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available at reception from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 for 1,000 ALL, after 12:00 charged half of the current night rate
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lift is narrow (fits standard wheelchair) but no automatic doors
On-site free parking for 8 cars, first-come first-served; nearest public car park 200 m away (Rruga Taulantia) at 200 ALL per hour, 1,200 ALL overnight; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 100 ALL per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to guarantee reservation; at check-in a 5,000 ALL incidental hold is placed on card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Jehovait (555 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Xhamia Islame,Plazh (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Xhamia ''Riza Bajrami'' (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 819 m · ~10 min walk
Farmci Elda — 680 m · ~9 min walk
Extra Market — 323 m · ~4 min walk
Shkozet — 823 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Albanian Lek, ALL
Exchange money at banks or official exchange offices in the city centre; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants and supermarkets in central Durrës, but cash is still king in smaller shops and markets.
Tips are appreciated but not expected: round up restaurant bills; leave small change for taxi drivers and hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso or macchiato at a local bar costs around 50–80 Lek.
A plate of byrek (savoury pie) and a drink from a bakery or fast-food place costs about 200–300 Lek.
A main course of grilled meat or seafood at a casual taverna runs about 500–800 Lek.
Look for byrek stalls, grilled corn vendors, and small fry-shops along the main seafront promenade and near the city market.
Discount supermarket chains include Konzum, Spar, and Mercator; also visit the daily produce market near the port.
The main pedestrian street (Rruga e Tregjet) has affordable local shops and stalls; for bigger discounts, try the market area near Sheshi Liria.
Minibuses (furgons) around town cost 30–40 Lek per ride; from Tirana Airport, take a bus to Tirana (400 Lek) then a furgon to Durrës (150 Lek).
Eat where locals eat in the bazaar area for cheaper meals; buy fruit and veg from the open market; use furgons instead of taxis for short trips.
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 Loshi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 819 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Farmci Elda — 680 m · ~9 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 Loshi?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4, facing away from the main road (Durres city centre side streets are quieter). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better ventilation without relying on the aircon.
Which rooms should I avoid at Loshi?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2, especially those at the front overlooking the street. Ground-floor rooms near reception or the breakfast area can suffer from footfall and kitchen clatter.
Is Loshi noisy?
Main noise source is road traffic on the Durres city street. In summer, open windows mean moped and car horns are audible, especially lower floors. No lift means you’ll hear doors slamming in the stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Loshi?
Rooms at the back or side (non-street-facing) overlook the surrounding low-rise buildings and neighbourhood, avoiding the main Durres coastal road traffic. No sea view – Loshi is inland.
What are insider tips for staying at Loshi?
1) If driving, park on the side street rather than the hotel’s limited frontage – it’s free after 8pm. 2) Check in early (before 2pm) to get a top-floor room before other guests grab the quiet ones – this hotel has no lift, so higher floors are less requested, but quieter.
What time is check-in at Loshi?
Check-in at Loshi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Loshi have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 10 Mbps download; no login required – just select the network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Loshi?
100 ALL per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Loshi?
A plate of byrek (savoury pie) and a drink from a bakery or fast-food place costs about 200–300 Lek.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Loshi?
Minibuses (furgons) around town cost 30–40 Lek per ride; from Tirana Airport, take a bus to Tirana (400 Lek) then a furgon to Durrës (150 Lek).
When is the best time to visit Durres?
June and September offer warm seas and sunny days in the high 20s °C, with July and August peak heat but also the liveliest beach scene.
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.