Albania’s city of Durrës is one of the ancient places in the country, with more than three centuries of existence. What used to be a port city is now regarded as one of the best spots for beach walks, sight-seeing, and historical venues too. Take, for instance, the Amphitheater, which could hold 15,000 people at one point. It also used to be THE spot for bloody fights between gladiators and wild beasts. The Archaeological Museum is just by the sea and houses the biggest historical collection in all of Albania. There are items from medieval periods to Roman and Hellenistic times. Visit the Venetian Tower and gaze at its sights, or check out the spectacular City Walls for a change. With so many things to do, it’s only right that you settle in for the night in Durrës. These 10 Airbnb vacation rentals might have what you’re looking for in an ideal temporary home, so why not check them out?
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Nice apartment near to the beach (from USD 24)
Stay in the ancient city of Durrës, but live in a brand new apartment that’s just three minutes away from the seashore. This apartment has its own personal entrance and can fit five guests easily. There are two spacious bedrooms, a living room, and a bath, as well as a sunny terrace that gives you exquisite sights of the city. You’ll be able to navigate to pubs, mini marts, restaurants and even the shopping center, Galaktik, with ease. Other facilities include WiFi, TV, heating, hot water and the essentials. No smoking or parties allowed.
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the fan was awesome on a hot nightreally big apartment with nice rooms and a balcony with outdoor seatingeverything seemed to be in fair commission (the wifi is most reliable on the terrace)a cute balcony where you can take a breakfast is really fresh therethanks a lot for a great experience i enjoyed staying in anida`s apartmentsCleanliness:
everything is clean and usefulthe flat was very clean and spaciousclean and tidy spacious rooms and a bathrooma well presented clean and charming place to staythe mother of anida welcomed us warmly and it was clean and just perfectHost:
the host was very kindlovely host ready to helphost is very welcoming and friendlynice place with nice hostthe hosts are lovely people who are always ready to helpRead more reviewsLocation:
good location to get around everythingit is located in an easily accessible location with convenient car parkinga nice apartment close to the ferry porta great place to stay close to everythingsuper close to shops and restaurants
2. A penthouse at Bellavista Resort Qerret (from USD 139)
This property in Drac gives you an encompassing view of the sea and has its own outdoor lounge and dining areas. Ideal for six people, this penthouse consists of two bedrooms with three beds and a bath. You’d be a mere 10 minutes from Durres, and an hour from both Berat and Apolonia. Other attractive features here include the open fireplace, BBQ grill, and two parking lots. There is a fish restaurant and a pizzeria nearby. You’ll also be getting air-conditioning, a washing machine, cable TV, pool, hot tub and access to the front desk staff. No smoking, pets or events are allowed on the site.
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the apartment is just fantasting amazing sea and beach view big balcony air conditioning everything available for cookingbeautiful apartment just like the photos we loved just relaxing on the patio enjoying the viewamazing (sunset) views from the living room and terracethe apartment is wunderful and has a huge terrase with sea view also in the living roomits a beautiful view you have from the veranda and the apartment is very niceCleanliness:
the apartment is very spacious & cleanthe sea was very cleanthe apartment is neat modern and clean with everything you needthe beach was spacious clean and not crowdedthe apartment was very clean and tidy with spatious rooms and a nice bathroom with a whilrpoolHost:
the owner was really welcoming and helpfulthe host was really responsive to any questions we asked via textariana is a good host and replies quick if any questionsthe people were so friendly and albania was lovelythe host is really kind and everytime availableRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic flat in quiet locationit is located 50 meters from the beach neighbourhood is quiet and people are so nicewhat an amazing place inside and out
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3. Holiday goals - Costa Del Sol in Durrës (from USD 32)
This apartment is perfect for four guests, with four beds and a bath to its name. You and your travel buddies will be living in a fantastically furnished apartment in a relatively new building. Choose to have a dip in the sea which is just a couple of steps away or the swimming pool within the place itself. The view from the balcony is simply breathtaking too. Amenities extended to you include WiFi, a washing machine, air conditioning, complimentary parking, elevator access and of course, breakfast as well. A no smoking rule applies.
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well furnitured apartment and fully equipted with a very nice view from the balconya lovely apartment well equipped with all amenities and stylishly fitted outupscale bathroom with beautiful tilewe had a very enjoyable 10 days at laura's apartmentnice small pool & pool bar just next to the building (faily entrance fee 3 eur)Cleanliness:
the place is very cleanthe apartment is cleanthe apt itself was super clean and very well keptthe apartment is extremely clean modern and fully equippedthe apartment was spotless and laura kept us well informed willing to assist and help at anytimeHost:
lovely hosts who thought about everythingthe host was very welcoming responsive and friendlylaura was a wonderful host who was friendly forthcoming and happy to helplaura was a welcoming host and very helpfuli warmly recommend laura was a great host :)Read more reviewsLocation:
great location - enough far to have a peace but enough close to have a town within easy reachthe beautiful decorated and clean apartment is a 20 minute walk from the main boardwalk of durresperfectly clean and beautifully decorated apartment has everything you may need plus really nice view and locationwe can more than recommend in staying at her placewe absolutely loved laura's place
4. A spanking new apartment in the fine end of Durrës city (from USD 43)
This unit is one of the few that carries a hot tub, so hot tub lovers rejoice! The apartment comes with 6 beds and 2 baths and is the perfect match for a group of friends or family traveling together. It’ll take you no more than 30 minutes to reach this spot from Tirana Airport. Enjoy the sights of the blue seas from its doorstep, and the exquisite sunset in the evenings. Facilities provided include a washing machine, WiFi, air-conditioning, cable TV, elevator access and complimentary street parking. Smoking is permitted on the balcony.
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otherwise this apartment has everything you would need the balcony is lovely and the view is beautifulthis apartment is beautiful with an incredible viewyou will enjoy the scenic view from the cafes located in front of the apartmentCleanliness:
clean and organisedthough clean on the surface the bathrooms could do with a deep cleaningthe apartment was clean and well equippedit was clean and very nicely decoratedbeautiful clean apartment metres from the beachHost:
the vacations people were very accomodating and friendly even though we arrived very late due to several delaysour communication with the owners was excellentalbi was very kind and helped us in every little problemRead more reviewsLocation:
ilir also helped us secure transportation from the airport to the placegreat place right next to the beachthe apartment has wonderful location and perfect view beach shops and great restaurants are very nearwonderful hosts the location is awesome near shops and cafes and restaurantsa great place to stay
5. An apartment in the center of Durrës (from USD 33)
This furnished apartment is great for holidays and provides you access to Durrës’ tourist spots by just walking down the roads. You’ll be able to check out bars, restaurants, the train and bus stations, as well as Currila beach and the Amphitheatre. The home comes with a patio, WiFi, air-conditioning, TV, a decent kitchen and elevator access. No smoking or pets are allowed.
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great apartment in the centre of durresit also has everything you need for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and looked neatnice big clean and well equipt apartment in the city centerclean stylish and great ownersthe apartment is large clean with a comfortable bed and a well appointed kitchenthe apartment was spotlessly clean and modern if we had any issues we only had to message arturHost:
kind host and nice apartmentthe kitchen had everything we needed very good host :)very friendly and helpful hostarturs girlfriend lori was a perfect hostreally good place with very good hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great stay close to downtown restaurants and shops very nearby good facilitiesgreat location stylish apartment helpful and responsive hosts definitely worth stayingwe really liked artur's place it is very spacious modern and with everything you need
6. A dome house near the seashore of Durrës (from USD 31)
A picturesque home awaits you with a mere two-minute walk to the beach and a couple of minutes more to the port. This particular unit comes with a glowing 5-star rating from all its previous guests, and has also been noted to be pristine and clean. Your stay will include WiFi, air-conditioning, parking and luggage drop-off. Another hot point about this home is that it’s less than half an hour away from the airport. No smoking or pets are permitted.
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the room was simple clean and the ac workt very wellnice room and the place had a nice family feelCleanliness:
the room was clean and cosythe apartment is clean overallthe room was very nice clean and spaciousgood bed clean room and kitchenroom and bathroom were very cleanHost:
a lovely space & a wonderful hostornela was a great host and very helpfulthe host welcomes you warmly and helps you in all your needsshe is not only kind and reliable but is also very generous and understandingornela and her family are very kind and caring peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
really good location just 5 min walk to the seanice place close to beaches of durreswe where happy with this location for our last night in albaniai really enjoyed the location of the guest house and felt very comfortable theredurres centre was few kilometers away pretty easy to go by walk or by buss
7. A private room close to the port of Durrës (from USD 34)
Take a chance and rent a room to stay in that’s close to the beach, port and the local airport of Durrës. You’ll be living in a private bedroom with its own bathroom and shower, and have access to the kitchen. Amenities provided by the owner includes WiFi, TV, air-conditioning, complimentary parking and luggage drop-off. There is a garden that comes with a BBQ grill, which calls for a cookout! Perfect for two.
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or since the kitchen is so nice and fully equiped you can make your dinner thereCleanliness:
the room was very cleanthe room was big and cleanspotlessly clean and host and famiily were particularily welcomingthe apartment is clean safe and very close to the beach and local amenitiesHost:
the host was friendly and goodshe is really caring and was always helpful when we had questions about durrësornela is a friendly helpful and uncomplicated personjust around the corner there is a restaurant with very good food and friendly serviceornela and her familie where realy kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
if you like walking it takes about 20 - 30 min to the cityvery good value for money in an excellent locationthe appartment was very close to the beautiful sea and cityon top of that you get a great location for whatever you are up to in durrësthe apartment really is a two minutes walk from the nice beach which is really nice
8. Sea view apartment in Durrës Beach
This fantastic apartment comes with four beds and a bath and is perfect for a party of five. The single-bedroom unit comes with a bathroom and all the home amenities you’ll need. There are both unlimited Internet access and hot water. You’ll be able to take a stroll to the city center and the beach. The highlights of the facilities are WiFi, air conditioning, a washing machine, TV, a baby crib, kitchen and complimentary parking. Rules of no smoking and events apply.
Durrës, Durres, Albania
34.28 km (21.3 mi) from Castle of Kruja
9. A spacious double-room awaits in Troy, Durrës
This unit is the perfect place for a couple to stay as it’s just by the beach. To top it off, the markets and restaurants aren’t too far away either. The hosts are able to extend a pick-up service by car from any part of the city for just 1 Euro (USD1.16) per person, so you don’t have to worry about getting back to rest after a tiring day out. The room itself comes with air-conditioning, WiFi, complimentary parking, and a private entrance.
Durrës, Albania
34.21 km (21.3 mi) from Castle of KrujaTop guest reviews
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the room and wifi were great & the pizza at the troy restaurant was spot ona very warm welcome comfortable accommodation and great food and drinkthe room was super spacious private and had its own bathroom with a showerthe apartment was just as described and is really good value for the moneyCleanliness:
the room was clean and everything was straightforwardrooms are clean and comfortable just what we asked forgreat value and very cleanaccomodation was clean klodian very kind person i fully reccomendHost:
hosts wife is very lovelyklodian is a great hostnice place very nice host and good restaurantthe host and his family are really nice and helpfulklodian is really an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great because it’s near the beachgood value solid location - not the ritz but definitely a fair value for the $very simple little airbnb good value for money and close to the beachits a 20 minuten walk to the city centre but that was okay for usthe accommodations are nice with a good location across the street from the beach
10. Relax at the Blue Sea Apartment in Durrës
This is another enticing property, one that’s just footsteps away from the beach and is easily accessible to the city as well. Built to fit four adults and a child below 4-years-old, the single-bedroom apartment comes with three beds, a bath, a well-equipped kitchen, veranda and a plasma TV with cable access. Wake up to the sounds of the waves and the sights of the sea, or sip on a glass of wine while you rest after an exhausting but fulfilling day out in Durrës.
Durrës, Durres, Albania
36.99 km (23.0 mi) from Castle of KrujaAccommodates: 4
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beautiful seaside view from the top floor of an apartment complexexcellent apartment with beautiful views and plenty of things to do nearbynice contact good location at the end of the strip fantastic views from the rooms an large balconygreat location and very scenic views from the top floor apartmentCleanliness:
it was perfect the communication check in and the cleanliness was also perfectHost:
host was extremely helpful throughout the staygreat hosts everything was as advertised and we had a great time for new yearsalbi was very helpful when we got in touch with himRead more reviewsLocation:
the house and location were greatgreat apartment in great locationgreat place view is awesome close to the beach and a store
So, have you decided to head off to Durrës yet?
Yep, Durrës definitely sounds like a fun township to visit. You’d be able to explore its nooks and crannies while having a relaxing holiday at the same time. Who doesn’t love the beach and nightlife after all? So get onto booking those tickets and secure those Airbnb vacation rentals before they’re gone!
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