The best Airbnbs in Albania for affordable holidays

Best for: Couples

If you want to explore everything Albania’s vibrant capital city has to offer, why not do it with penthouse scenes? This top floor apartment comes with a large living room, dining room, full kitchen and ‘relaxing’ room with panoramic views — especially from the bedroom where you’ll be face-to-face with Namazgah Mosque. Here you can stay in the hub of all the best restaurants, bars, cafes and clubs, as well as close to historic sites like Tirana Castle, Pyramid of Tirana and (a bus or taxi ride away) Bunk’art 1.

Time Out tip: Dine at Mystic 2 for delicious, fresh, affordable food

Price: From 6,120 Albanian Lek (€63) a night

Beds: 1 bedroom, 1 bed, 1 bathroom. Sleeps 2

Location: Central Tirana

Best for: Families

This roomy chalet in the Albanian countryside comes with a pool, hammock and loads of room for adventures – it’s the perfect family-friendly stay that won’t break the bank. Inside there’s a kitchen, living room and two bedrooms that cater to up to six people. Step outside and you’ll find yourself in a remote oasis, surrounded by mountains and fields as far as the eye can see. It’s ideal for clocking off and relaxing.

Beds: Two bedrooms. Sleeps six guests

Price: From 9,142 Albanian Lek (€94) per night

Location: Fshati i R, Shkodër

Best for: A family-friendly holiday just moments from the beach

The only blues you’ll need to worry about in Durres are the kind that stretch out for miles and smell like salt. When you’re craving a little dip in the sea, nowhere puts you closer than this light-filled contemporary two-bed with incredible seafront panoramas that will instantly shift you into holiday mode. The décor is stylish, modern and clean throughout with vibrant pops of colour to spice things up. The apartment sleeps up to five and you can even bring your cuddly pup along.

Beds: Two bedrooms. Sleeps five guests

Price: From 5,838 Albanian Lek (€60) per night

Location: Durrës

Best for: Hiking trails and wintry vibes

So you're a sucker for a dreamy view? Then you'll love a stay in one of these secluded cabins situated on a quiet road overlooking the dewy mountains – Ahh. This sleek, modern glass-front one-bed cabin features a cosy cream interior, with high ceilings and a mezzanine bedroom. In other words, it's the perfect excuse for a romantic getaway (hint). 

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps five guests

Price: From 17,624.85 Albanian Lek (€181) per night

Location: Bogë

Best for: Rural beauty

Set in a charming village surrounded by a forested landscape, this farmhouse in Sulove, is the perfect option if you're looking for a picturesque rural escape on the cheap. Spread across two floors, the farmhouse has a cosy rustic vibe, with wood-panelled interiors, beamed roofs, larch wood floors and balconies overlooking the pond and fields. During warmer months, it's nice to hang out in the courtyard or take a stroll by the pond. Come winter, it's curling up by the woodstove fire with a glass of wine. Cosy indeed.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps three guests

Price: From 4,406 Albanian Lek (€45) per night

Location: Lumas, Sulove

Best for: Adventurous travellers

Just a stone's throw from the beach, you'll find this cool, urban, box cottage perched under the olive trees. Sounds like our kind of weekend. Surrounded by the countryside, the tiny home boasts a tonne of light with large windows and even a skylight to make the space open and airy. Watch the clouds go by, chill on the cute little porch for morning coffee, or there's even a BBQ-ing area if you fancy a chargrilled feast. 

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps two guests

Price: From 3,965 in Albanian Lek (€40) per night

Location: Vlorë

Best for: Luxurious beachfront stay

Set in Shkodër, this stylish beachfront one-bed villa is where it's at. With enviable amenities like free parking, a pool, a terrace, an oudoor dining area and air-conditioned rooms, this warm-toned bliss is great getaway option for up to three. And in case you've never visited Albania before, the sunset views overlooking the pool will definitly ensure you'll be back. 

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps three guests

Price: From 9,693 Albanian Lek (€99) per night

Location: Bahçallëk, Shkodër

Best for: Mountain views

Set right in the heart of Vuno, this cosy one-bed is a great choice if you're after a romantic getaway. Here, you'll be nestled in the mountains away from it all, an in one of the best spots to enjoy epic, orange-y sunsets. Space-wise, the property has a mezzanine layout, so while it is snug it's far from a sardine can. Enjoy going for cute walks along the coast, dining at local restaurants and non-stop vistas of the sea

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps two guests

Price: From 4,406 Albanian Lek (€45) per night

Location: Vuno