Bujtina e Gjelit  

In Tirana, about 2 km (1.9 miles) from Skanderbeg Square and roughly 15 minutes from Tirana International Mother Teresa Airport. This 4-star hotel sits between the city center and the airport, close to the Dajti Ekspres cable car and the Former Residence of Enver Hoxha.

Built in 1994 with shingled roofs, stone walls and artisanal wood and iron details, the property blends traditional Albanian décor with modern comforts. Folkloric touches and handcrafted interiors give a warm, rustic-meets-stylish vibe. There are 18 rooms and one residential suite, each with air-conditioning, private bathroom, minibar, flat-screen TV and patios or balconies with pool views.

Seasonal outdoor pool, garden, terrace and a bar with evening entertainment including karaoke. Free private parking on site, laundry and dry-cleaning, private check-in/out, and an elevator for accessibility. Wake up to farm-fresh mornings thanks to produce from the on-site Gjeli Farm, which also runs hiking, barbecues and fruit-picking activities.

Conference room for up to 80 guests with audio/video equipment and onsite internet service. High-speed internet is available throughout the property.

Gjeli Restaurant (indoors and outdoors) serves Albanian, Greek, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Signature dishes include rotisserie piglet, oven lamb, ember-cooked sausage and traditional baked pies cooked in a brick oven. Breakfast is served buffet-style with continental and Italian options; vegetarian, vegan and halal requests can be accommodated.