Title: Friendly Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106821510&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Friendly Hostel Villa in Gjirokastër with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Friendly Hostel ![Property grounds - Friendly Hostel (Gjirokaster)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106821600/106821510/7b5c5510.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Friendly Hostel (Gjirokaster)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106821600/106821510/b740c54b_edited_b78e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Friendly Hostel (Gjirokaster)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106821600/106821510/7a6d0a50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Friendly Hostel (Gjirokaster)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106821600/106821510/6272d118.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Friendly Hostel (Gjirokaster)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106821600/106821510/6d17b13a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Friendly Hostel offers a delicious breakfast to start the day right. Guests can unwind in the garden after sightseeing, while reliable Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected. The hot showers and cozy atmosphere create an ideal retreat for travelers seeking relaxation. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2140 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Friendly Hostel Friendly hostel in a great location. The room is very basic, and the beds too Dormeo mattress Good Wi-Fi, hot showers and porch has been around since 1994 Friendly Hostel Policy and Conditions: Cancellation policy: Anytime before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check-in From 24:00 Check-out From 11:00PM ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Things to do - Bicycles ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - 100% renewable energy - Bicycles - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Unit size: 140 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110130000/110125800/110125765/w397h683x304y0-ac0eb550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic View House - Twin Room with Garden View Janinë [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=110125765&PinnedHotelID=110125765&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110130000/110125800/110125763/w397h683x304y0-7dcabf91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic View House - Twin Room with Balcony Janinë [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=110125763&PinnedHotelID=110125763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103710000/103707400/103707393/d65e9d16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Experience Gjirokaster with Ease - Melek Luxury Apartments Unit 16 Gjirokaster - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £58 includes taxes & fees 26 Dec - 27 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=103707393&PinnedHotelID=103707393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107870000/107862100/107862085/2474db27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ap"HEART"ment Gjirokastra Gjirokaster - Washing machine - Air-conditioning £83 includes taxes & fees 26 Dec - 27 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=107862085&PinnedHotelID=107862085&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103440000/103432100/103432021/ddcb0299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### An elegant triple room that will welcome all summer guests with love Himarë - Air-conditioning - Laundry room £95 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=103432021&PinnedHotelID=103432021&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103420000/103417400/103417365/6dfd4d53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish room -5 mi from the beach!! 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Himarë - Air-conditioning £95 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=103432587&PinnedHotelID=103432587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-out Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange) ### Special check-in instructions The front desk hours vary at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed 3 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Seniors-only community. Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=40.06915,20.130842&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:g%7BqsFwxzyB%3FS%3FU%3FS%40S%3FS%40U%40S%40S%40SBS%40S%40SBSBSBSBSBSDSBQDSDSBQDSDQFSDQFQDQFQFQFQFOFQFQHOHOFQHOHOHOHOHMHOJMHOJMHMLMHKJMJMLKJKJKJKLKJKLILKJILILILILGLILGNGLGLGLENGLENELENELCNENCLCNCNANCLANANANALAP%3FL%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNDLBNDNDLDNDLFLDLFNFLFLFLHLFLHLHLHLHJJLHLJJJLJJJJJJJJLJLJJJLJLHLJNHLHNHNJLHNHNFNHPFNHNFPFPFNHPDPFPFPDPFRDPDPDRDPBRDRDPBRBRBRBRBRBRBR%40R%40R%40R%40R%40R%40T%40R%3FR%40R%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FRAT%3FRARARARATARARARCRCRCRCRCRCPCRERERCPEREPEREPGPEPGRGPEPINGPGPGNIPGNINGNININKNINILINKLILKLKLKLKLKJKLKJKJMJKJMHMJKHMJMFMHMHMHMFMFMHODMFMFMDODMFOBODMDOBMBOBOBOBMBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FQAM%3FOAOAOAMAOCOCOCMCOCOCMEOEMCOGMEOEMGMGMEOIMGMGMIMIMGMIKKMIMKKIMKKKKKKKMMKKKMIMMMIMKMIMKOIMIOIOIOIOIOGOIOIQGOGQGQGOGQGQESGQEQGQESEQCSEQESCSESCQCSCSCSCSASASCSASAUASAS%3FSAS%3FU%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eBaGS0QKj15XRS7fB6sJZuM_xz4=) Gjirokaster, Gjirokastër County #### What's nearby - Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Gjirokastra Castle \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Skenduli House \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Ismail Kadare's House \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Ali Pasha Bridge \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurant Traditional Odaja - ‬9 min walk - ‪Taverna Tradicionale Kardhashi - ‬4 min walk - ‪Irish Pub Gallery - ‬9 min walk - ‪Bar Restorant Rrapi - ‬11 min walk - ‪Vellezerit Vasi Restaurant - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Friendly Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Friendly Hostel? ### Where is Friendly Hostel located? ## Have a question? 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