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The English Hostel

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👍👍 Super comfortable beds. Great breakfast. The owner Calvin was very helpful with advice on things to do in Tirana and Albania. He also had a cool online map of the city that was great for getting around to all the best spots. Clean. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay again. People often mention hostel, stay, owner, breakfast, Calvin, great, friendly, clean, comfortable, good,


Address

Rruga Mihal Grameno 60/1 Tirana AL, 1110, Albania

Contact

+355 68 875 5361

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (76 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Emma F. 4 years ago on Google • 70 reviews
    Super comfortable beds. Great breakfast. The owner Calvin was very helpful with advice on things to do in Tirana and Albania. He also had a cool online map of the city that was great for getting around to all the best spots. Clean. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Crystal F. 2 years ago on Google • 62 reviews
    Calvin, the owner of this hostel is very kind and funny. There is free breakfast every morning to start your day. Also, I think the entry gate to this hostel is bulletproof. There is no one no one is getting in. I felt so safe parking my motorcycle here. Great if you have a motorcycle or bike you want to keep safe
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel R. 5 years ago on Google
    Great hostel pretty close to city centre. The owner is american and is super friendly. He also makes a delicious breakfast. Thank you for a lovely stay.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The English Hostel T. 5 years ago on Google
    A fantastic new hostel in Tirana. Super comfy beds and a great free breakfast.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 aakash singh r. 5 years ago on Google
    I was staying at an expensive 5-start #hotel in #downtown #tirana but then met the owner of the #english #hostel, an #american ex-pat. #amazing hostel, great location, #best host imaginable, impeccable standards. You have to stay here.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 cihat s. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place and location is so close to city center . And Calvin was so kind amd friendly , ı stongly advice you guys this awasome place. Tha k you for everytings Mr Calvin , your the man 👍👍☺️
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 gerry g. 2 years ago on Google • 18 reviews
    I stayed at two other hostels when I was in Tirana, but neither of them hit the spot like the English Hostel did. With its location, comfort, and, above all, the warmth and hospitality of Calvin and Klei it was more than I ever thought I would find. Thanks guys. I'll be back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Krazy P. 5 years ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Great place to stay at if you like connecting with people especially with the owner and staff. Owner is a traveler himself and a great person to talk to about anything. And did I mention awesome breakfast? You might need to make reservations!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Debbie K. 1 year ago on Google • 9 reviews
    We end up not staying in this hostel due to problems with other hotels during our trip, but I was amazed with the kindness of the owner of this hostel. He went above and beyond to help us and advise us, even in advance of our stay. I have travelled a lot, but have never meet anyone that would help us to this extend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christian Reilly V. 5 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    The English Hostel was an amazing place to stay in Tirana. The people working there were very nice and helpful with whatever I needed, and the service was better than any other hostel I have visited during my travels. Breakfast was freshly cooked when I woke up, and tasted delicious! Everything was nice and clean, I can, and will, really recommend this place to anyone visiting Tirana :-)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sebastian P. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good hostel, with very good energy :) I recommend it super (Original) Muy buen hostel, con muy buena energía :) lo super recomiendo
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Atanu p. 2 years ago on Google
    It's the best hostel in Tirana the owner of this hostel really very kind man ...he served very good breakfast And the breakfast is complimentary... I can say this is the best hostel for traveler in Tirana city
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isaac D. 4 years ago on Google
    Really great place, good value for money and interesting conversation to be had with the host and other residents. Also a treasure trove of local knowledge.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 memocan c. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Owner o zero (Original) Sahibi o sıfır
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 HORSE N. 4 years ago on Google
    Best ever hostel, best breakfast, best staff, clean!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob L. 4 years ago on Google
    The very first thing I noticed was a delicious scent in the kitchen which quickly made you decide that there was a chef at the stove 👨 And indeed Calvin is a great cook. The spaghetti 🍝 with spicy pepper in olive oil sauce was a delicacy. In addition to a delicious meal, you will find friendly, helpful, local staff 🙋 with very good English skills. A big plus is the travel information from Calvin himself and his tips as a professional photographer. 📸 The hostel is always clean and the beds are super new and very comfortable. 1+++ Hope to see you guys again! PS: it'd be unfair not to mention the spicy chicken wings from Clay 😉 and of course the great breakfast our friend Louis was preparing for us
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 juan g. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The owner has no idea of ​​customer service! Wi-Fi is very bad! Many things to improve! (Original) El dueño no tiene ni idea de atencion al cliente!el wifi es muy malo!bastantes cosas que mejorar!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zach S. 1 year ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Incredible hostel for a more relaxed stay. Not a party hostel but they do have beer for a fair price. The beds were incredibly comfortable and the private room with a balcony and AC is really nice. Calvin is a really kind man and was Incredibly helpful in getting me situated in Tirana. Location is good and the breakfast is hearty. Also the hostel is incredibly clean and secure.

  • 5/5 Justine S. 2 years ago on Google • 10 reviews
    I had a great time at the hostel! The beds are comfortable, breakfast was great and there was a great and friendly atmosphere overall. Calvin is a very accommodating host and does his best to help anyone and make everyone comfortable during their stay. The volunteers there were also very nice and friendly!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Miloš P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good could just be in the room radio or some music (Original) Dobré jen by mohla být na pokoji rádio,nebo nějaká muzika
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patrick C. 5 years ago on Google
    Cheap and cozy hostel, the host was very friendly and treat me nice breakfast. But the location is not clear when guest check it on Google Maps, it will be better if the host can give guest a map via email to show the hostel entrance clearly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ezequias Edgar B. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing, atmosphere friendly, near all places and comfortable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chad W. 2 years ago on Google
    Calvin is a really nice owner and will do anything (with in reason) to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Keep in mind they stop checking in guests when they close for the night. If you’re arriving late at night I would recommend giving them a call and explaining your situation, you can most definitely work something out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bruno N. 2 years ago on Google
    I had a very comfortable stay here! Nice atmosphere, great tips and cosy vibe . Calvin was terrific and very friendly. I would definitely stay again :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Etienne P. 2 years ago on Google
    Good location, friendly owner, amazing breakfast
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lorenzo V. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice hostel. The owner is friendly. Clean and big bathrooms
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fatih S. 5 years ago on Google
    Perfect hospitality by the owner, very good guys and good rooms. Recomend ✌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alban R. 4 years ago on Google
    A little bit complicated to find
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SARA 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The onewer, Calvin and the stuff are very very nice and hospitality. You can cook anytime at the very big kitchen (also very clean) I've booked one night but I've stayed for 6 nights at the hostel because it was very comfortable. 1 minute to 3 supermarkets and 3 mins to good cafes and restaurants. But it's also very quite so i've slept very well. you can walk everywhere by. foots. it was the one of the best hostel i've stayed. It is located in the center of Tirana, a 5-minute walk to the square, and a large supermarket market around it, which is a 1-minute walk. There are many cafes and restaurants around. Even though the location is good, it is in the middle of the main street, so it is quiet enough to catch eyes with birds in the morning. I can sleep well. The kitchen is very large and clean. Everything you need for cooking is complete, so it would be fun to try cooking using local ingredients. The staff is also a very nice person. (Original) I've booked one night but I've stayed for 6nights at the hostel because it was very comfortable. The onewer, Calvin and the stuff are very very nice and hospitality. You can cook anytime at the very big kitchen (also very clean). they kept the bathroom and room always clean. the hostel is placed in the central in Tirana. 1min to 3 supermarkets and 3mins to good cafes and restaurants. But it's also very quite so i've slept very well. you can walk everywhere by foots. it was the one of best hostel i've stayed. Appreciate!! ティラナのど中心に位置していて、広場までは徒歩5分、大きなスーパマーケットも周りに沢山あり徒歩1分。カフェやレストランも周りに沢山あります。立地がいいのに、大通りから少し中に入っているので、朝は鳥の囀りで目をさますほどの静かさ。よく寝られます。キッチンはとても広くて、きれい。料理に必要なものはすべて揃っているので、地元の食材を使って料理をしてみるのも楽しいと思います。スタッフもすごくいい人です。
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Serena S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Located in a strategic position near the center, albeit hidden from the dilapidated houses in the surrounding area. Hospitality is guaranteed. The place is quiet, so the stay was very pleasant. (Original) Situato in una posizione strategica vicino al centro, seppur nascosto dalle fatiscenti case nei dintorni. L' ospitalità è garantita. Il posto è tranquillo , quindi il soggiorno è stato molto piacevole.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Riccardo P. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hasan B. 3 years ago on Google
    A superb place close to the center and an amazing hospitality.👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Renzo F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) At 6 in the morning, the room is already daylight, they don't have curtains, the Internet is very bad, the light is cut several times. The owner starts listening to jazz and doesn't care about anything. Breakfast well and the receptionist and the Canadian who volunteered well for good. (Original) A las 6 de la mañana, ya queda de día la habitación, no tienen cortinas, el Internet muy malo, la luz se corto varias veces. El dueño se pone a escuchar jazz y no le importa nada. El desayuno bien y el recepcionista y el canadiense que hacía voluntariado bien de bien.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sessiz R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The owner is very concerned. A social environment. Shower and toilet are common. (Original) Sahibi çok ilgili. Sosyal bir ortam. Duş ve tuvalet ortak.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rose G. 1 year ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Wonderful place - owner and other staff were very kind and accommodating, facilities were clean, great location, free breakfast. The best part, though, was the map of restaurants, points of interest, and day trips (and much more) that is sent to every guest. Every meal we had from the map was amazing, and the to-do recommendations made our stay wonderful. Our favorite hostel on our trip so far, thank you for the stay!

  • 4/5 Taylor S. 1 year ago on Google
    Fine hostel. Room was comfortable and everything worked well enough. Breakfast was mediocre

  • 5/5 Yeray H. 1 year ago on Google
    Cozy and familiar hostel close to city center. The owner is great, facilities are correct.

  • 4/5 theodore d. 4 years ago on Google
    The single room had a large terrasse, with a big bed. It was clean and the owner was very nice and helpful.

  • 5/5 Katherine 1 year ago on Google
    Great accom, staff are really helpful. Good location close to food, atms etc. beds were comfy and clean and a nice brekkie in the morning.

  • 5/5 Engineering T. 2 years ago on Google
    The best hostel in Tirana , close to everything. The Onwer of this hostel is so friendly. The cheapest and best with free breakfast.

  • 5/5 David. B. 1 year ago on Google
    I loved this place grean owner book the English hostel do your self a favor !

  • 5/5 mohammed h. 2 years ago on Google
    Great hospitality from Mr Calvin and friendly environment plus a clean cozy Hostel. Highly recommend to stay here 💯🙌

  • 4/5 Guillaume De S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great hostel. Marvin, the host, really tries to make your stay as easy and comfortable as possible.

  • 5/5 Андрій �. 2 years ago on Google
    Very friendly host, good location, cats staff 😺

  • 1/5 Mohammed A. 2 years ago on Google
    They canceled mu reservation 1 day before I stayed in the street for 8 hours looking for a place to stay. It was really bad to me

  • 4/5 Matt M. 2 years ago on Google
    V friendly, v reasonably priced, good location and great beds!

  • 5/5 Roman M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very friendly host, coasy atmosphere, clean and big rooms, gorgeous king-size bad! Very comfortable location. Highly recommend this place!

  • 4/5 Welim M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good to stay for a few days, inexpensive and located in the city center (Original) جيد للاقامة بضعة ايام وغير مكلف وهو موجود وسط المدينة

  • 5/5 Tarlier J. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to stay! Friendly staff, clean, close to the main square...I recommend!

  • 5/5 Epic! Forest Destine WORLD TRAVEL E. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place. Gets a little hot but fan helps put a lot. Needs two fans in each room would be much better. Owner is nice and from San Francisco USA. Nice big breakfast. Free water and fruit. Big kitchen. So many balconies. Lovely neighborhood

  • 5/5 Pierre G. 3 years ago on Google
    A amazing place in Tirana. The owner, Calvin makes everything to make you feel comfortable. The hostel is quiet and clean. The breakfast is also great.

  • 5/5 Abdel B. 2 years ago on Google • 1 review
    The hostel location is within a short walking distance to the city center. The host Mr Calvin is just an amzing guy ,very helpful and he makes sure that his guests gets all the infomations that they need in order that their stay in Tirana is a hassle free. I highly recommand this hostel for anyone who is coming to Albania.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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