Homestays in Elbasan

Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed our one night stay at Castle House. It is a wonderfully historic, sympathetically restored house within the old, Roman castle walls of Elbasan. Gjon, the host, speaks perfect English, has a great sense of humour and is clearly passionate about the history behind the house (which has remained in his family). He was helpful and kind, allowing us to arrange a much later checkout for 25 EUROs extra - this was really important for us as we were then able to enjoy a wonderful lunch within the city walls and have a leisurely departure onward to Tirana in the late afternoon. We had the whole house to ourselves - everything was clean and well-maintained. The location was perfect for us as, not only was it within the old city wall, it was also just a 10 minute stroll to the main bus stop/departure point. If ever you are visiting Elbasan (which isn't on every tourist's itinerary but is well worth a one night stop, especially for the food - we had our best meal of our Albanian adventure at a restaurant not too far from Gjon's place), Castle House is definitely worth your consideration.

⸻ We had an absolutely lovely stay at this charming accommodation. From the moment we arrived, the owner and his family made us feel incredibly welcome – their kindness and hospitality truly set the tone for our entire visit. The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and perfectly suited for our family. Although the bathroom was shared, it was modern, immaculately clean, and featured a powerful shower – everything you could want for a comfortable stay. One of the real highlights was the on-site restaurant. The food was exceptional – fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The staff were very attentive and professional. The chef was not only talented but also incredibly friendly, which added a personal touch to every meal. It was excellent cuisine using all fresh, local produce. During our stay, we took a trip to Holta Canyon – a breathtaking and memorable experience. It was the perfect family activity and rounded off our visit beautifully. We can’t recommend this place highly enough. If you’re looking for a warm, family-friendly base with amazing food and easy access to Albania’s natural beauty, this is it.

Fantastic location, by the mountains, canyon and caves. Staff were all so friendly and helpful. Food was amazing, they even accommodated my dietary requirements without asking, such a lovely surprise! Vegetarian and eco friendly, local food produce from the garden or the village.

It was very clean and comfortable. The host is very nice.

The location is the best thing about this place. A house inside the castle of Elbasan.

Very nice place with comfortable beds and very kind and generous owners . They gave us the opportunity to taste their home grown vegetables and fruits and were amazing!