Your stay — Favorit
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Favorit, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor or above, as they are likely to be quieter due to being further away from the Balli i Urës street, which may experience some traffic noise. Additionally, the third floor and above have access to a lift, making it easier to navigate the hotel.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, as they may experience noise from the street and service entrance.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide a clear indication of a notable view. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Balli i Urës street may experience some traffic noise, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's service entrance may generate some noise on the ground floor.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a balcony for a bit more natural light and a view of the surrounding area. If you have a car, be aware that parking options may be limited in the area, so it's best to check with the hotel in advance to confirm availability.
- 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 — Favorit
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, but there is a stairs-only section for guests who prefer a more authentic experience
Complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader, available in the lobby; physical papers available upon request
Standard check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00, 500 ALL fee thereafter
Available at the front desk, free for up to 24 hours
Step-free access to the main entrance and public areas, wheelchair accessible rooms available upon request, but some rooms have structural limitations due to historic building constraints
On-site parking available for 3,000 ALL per night, valet parking also available; nearest public car park is 100 meters away, 1,000 ALL per night; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 100 ALL per person per night, mandatory and included in the bill
Deposit & card hold: Advance payment of 10% upon booking, and a credit card hold of 200 ALL at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Xhamia Pazarit (480 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Shenjtërorja e Zojës së Këshillit të Mirë (589 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Tyrbe (787 m · ~10 min walk)
- Mosque: Xhamia e Plumbit (812 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Park Lulishte — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Historical Museum of the Castle — 324 m · ~4 min walk
Kënd Lojrash — 310 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
FARMACI — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
JukOIL — 650 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Albanian Lek, ALL
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they give poor rates and high fees.
Cards are accepted in most mid-range shops, restaurants and hotels; cash is essential for markets, taxis, and small bars — contactless is common but not universal.
Leave 10% at restaurants only if service is good; no expected tip for taxis (round up), and 100–200 Lek for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a local bar costs around 50–70 Lek.
A byrek (savoury pie) and a drink from a bakery or kiosk costs about 150–200 Lek.
A main course at a casual restaurant (tavë kosi or grilled meat) runs 400–600 Lek.
Pedestrian-only Rruga Kolë Idromeno has the best concentration of cheap fast-food stalls and small eateries.
SHIJON and Pika are the main budget supermarket chains in the 4001 area.
Rruga Pjeter Bogdani has a row of affordable high-street clothing shops and market stalls.
City buses cost 20 Lek per ride; from Tirana airport, take a Furgon (shared minibus) for about 600 Lek to Shkodër bus station.
Eat where you see locals queuing at lunchtime; buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets not corner shops; use ATMs inside bank lobbies to avoid fees.
Emergency Contacts
ShkodërDial 112 for all emergencies – it connects to the national emergency centre and operators can dispatch police, ambulance or fire. For non-urgent police matters in Shkodër, call +355 22 400 600.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Shkodër, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Favorit
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · FARMACI — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
InTown Guesthouse Shkoder (Rruga Kolë Idromeno stop) → Rozafa Castle / Lake Shkoder
💡 Line 1 and 9 go from the main square (1 min walk from InTown) to Rozafa. Buy a ticket at any kiosk with 'Biletë' sign. The bus is old and rarely on time but fine for the 15-min ride. Walk 10 mins uphill from the final stop to the castle.
InTown Guesthouse Shkoder → Anywhere in Shkodër city
💡 Use the local 'Taxi Shkoder' app or dial 067 200 0000 for the most reliable service. Trips within the centre cost €3-5 — there's no meter, so agree the fare first. InTown is on a pedestrian street, so the driver will drop you on Rruga Kolë Idromeno.
Tirana International Airport (TIA) → InTown Guesthouse Shkoder
💡 Agree the price before getting in. Drivers at the airport often quote €70-80; negotiating down to €50-60 is standard. For the return, ask your guesthouse to book a driver — they'll get the local rate.
Tirana International Airport (TIA) main exit → Shkodër bus station (Rruga Teuta, 5 min walk to InTown)
💡 Look for the white minibuses (furgons) with 'Shkodër' sign in the window near the airport exit. They leave when full. No fixed schedule. Take a taxi from the bus station to InTown — it's a short walk but with luggage the cobbles are annoying.
About Shkodër
Wikipedia ↗
Shkodër ( SHKOH-dər, Albanian: [ˈʃkɔdəɾ]; Albanian definite form: Shkodra; historically known as Scodra or Scutari) is the fourth-most-populous city of Albania and the seat of Shkodër County and Shkodër Municipality. Shkodër has been continuously inhabited since the Early Bronze Age (c. 2250–2000 BC...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Favorit?
Request a room on the third floor or above, as they are likely to be quieter due to being further away from the Balli i Urës street, which may experience some traffic noise. Additionally, the third floor and above have access to a lift, making it easier to navigate the hotel.
Which rooms should I avoid at Favorit?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, as they may experience noise from the street and service entrance.
Is Favorit noisy?
Balli i Urës street may experience some traffic noise, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's service entrance may generate some noise on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Favorit?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide a clear indication of a notable view. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Favorit?
Consider requesting a room with a balcony for a bit more natural light and a view of the surrounding area. If you have a car, be aware that parking options may be limited in the area, so it's best to check with the hotel in advance to confirm availability.
What time is check-in at Favorit?
Check-in at Favorit is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Favorit have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Favorit?
100 ALL per person per night, mandatory and included in the bill
Where can I eat cheaply near Favorit?
A byrek (savoury pie) and a drink from a bakery or kiosk costs about 150–200 Lek.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Favorit?
City buses cost 20 Lek per ride; from Tirana airport, take a Furgon (shared minibus) for about 600 Lek to Shkodër bus station.
Top Attractions in Shkodër
💡 Visit just before evening prayer (around 16:30-17:00) to hear the call to prayers echo through the square. Dress modestly and remove shoes at the entrance.
💡 Start at the 'Zogaj' bar area for a coffee on the water. The path gets busy on weekend afternoons with locals — go early morning for peace.
💡 The black-and-white portraits of locals in traditional dress are the highlights. Allow 45 minutes — it's compact but worth it.
💡 Ask the guard to point out the 15th-century copy of the 'Codex of Shkodër' — it's the museum's star piece. You'll finish in under an hour.
💡 Go late afternoon for sunset light and fewer crowds. Combine it with a walk down the hill to the old Lead Mosque nearby.