If you searched "Himara 28" and landed here confused, you're not alone. Himara 28 is two businesses sharing one name, one building, and one website on the Himara (Greek: Χειμάρρα, Albanian: Himarë) promenade: Himara 28 Hotel on the upper floors and Restaurant Himara 28 at street level. Same ownership, same front door, separate bookings. This guide clears up which one you probably want and what to expect from each.
Quick Disambiguation
| If you want... | You want... | Book via |
|---|---|---|
| A room with a sea view | Himara 28 Hotel | Booking.com, direct email, or himara28.al |
| A dinner table with a sea view | Restaurant Himara 28 | Walk-in, phone, or Google Maps reservation |
| Both, same night | Book the hotel first (rooms sell out faster); restaurant reservation is easier | — |
The website himara28.al is shared between the two. When emailing, specify whether you're asking about rooms or a table.
Himara 28 Hotel: What to Expect
Himara 28 Hotel is a modern 4-star property on the front row of the Himara promenade, about a two-minute walk from Spile Beach and the town's main restaurant strip. Every room has a sea-facing balcony, which is the hotel's defining feature — you wake up looking directly at the Ionian.
The Rooms
Rooms are contemporary rather than traditional: clean lines, white-and-blue palette, air conditioning, and the balcony that really does matter. Categories include standard sea-view rooms and larger suites. Breakfast is included in the rate and served downstairs with the same sea view.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Stars | 4-star |
| Price range | 55–65€/night (shoulder season baseline) |
| Sea view | All rooms |
| Breakfast | Included |
| Parking | On-street along the promenade; limited |
| Walking distance to beach | ~2 minutes |
| Walking distance to Old Town | ~10 minutes uphill |
Peak summer (July–August) rates typically climb substantially above the shoulder-season baseline; book by April if you're traveling in August.
Who It Suits
- Couples who want the sea view and don't need a pool (the hotel doesn't have one)
- Short stays of 2–4 nights as a base for exploring the Riviera
- Solo travelers who value walkability to restaurants, cafes, and the beach
Who it doesn't suit: anyone wanting all-inclusive board, a resort pool scene, or beachfront cabana service. For those, see our all-inclusive resorts guide or Livadhi-area hotels.
Restaurant Himara 28: What to Expect
Restaurant Himara 28 is the ground-floor dining venue in the same building. It operates under the same ownership as the hotel but is independently reviewed — and it's one of the highest-rated Mediterranean-Albanian restaurants in town.
The Food
The kitchen leans into coastal Albanian cooking elevated with Mediterranean technique: grilled seafood, house pastas, lamb slow-cooked in the Albanian tradition, and seasonal vegetable plates. Portions are restaurant-sized, not taverna-sized.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | Mediterranean, Albanian coastal |
| Price range | Moderate to upscale |
| Seating | Indoor and promenade-facing terrace |
| Best time to go | Sunset, for the terrace light |
| Reservations | Recommended in July–August |
| Dress | Smart-casual; no formal dress code |
The promenade-facing terrace is the seat you want. On weekend evenings in peak season the terrace books out by mid-afternoon.
Who It Suits
- Date nights — the terrace at sunset is the reason this place has a 5.0 average
- One nicer dinner during a Himara stay that otherwise sticks to tavernas
- Hotel guests — rolling downstairs to dinner is the point
If you're looking for budget Albanian home cooking, Taverna Lefteri or the tavernas around the Old Town are a better fit. Himara 28 is where you go when you want a polished plate.
How They Relate
Both businesses share ownership, the building, the logo, and the website. They do not share booking systems, menus, or staff — the restaurant operates independently, and hotel guests pay for restaurant meals separately (breakfast excepted). If you're staying at the hotel and want dinner downstairs, ask reception to call down a reservation; it's the simplest path, especially in August.
Location
Both sit on the central stretch of the Himara promenade, directly on the waterfront. Walking radius:
- Spile Beach: 2 minutes
- Sfageio Beach: 3 minutes
- Old Town (Kastro): 10 minutes uphill
- Taverna Lefteri / old promenade: 5 minutes
- Bus station (to Saranda, Vlora): 5 minutes
Getting There
- From Tirana: 3.5–4 hours by car via SH4 and SH8, or overnight furgon (minibus). See our Tirana-to-Himara transport guide.
- From Saranda: 1 hour by bus or car on SH8.
- From Dhermi: 25 minutes south on SH8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Himara 28 Hotel and Restaurant Himara 28 the same business?
They share ownership, a building, and a website (himara28.al), but operate as separate businesses with separate bookings. The hotel is on the upper floors; the restaurant is at street level.
Do hotel guests eat at the restaurant for free?
No — only breakfast is included in the room rate. Lunch and dinner at Restaurant Himara 28 are paid separately, the same as for walk-in guests.
Can I book both rooms and a restaurant reservation in one email?
Yes, but clarify explicitly. The hotel and restaurant are handled by different staff, and the shared email can route to either. Mention both requests in the same message and ask reception to confirm each separately.
Which is better known — the hotel or the restaurant?
Locally, the restaurant is more widely recognized. Travelers booking in advance often find the hotel first because it appears on Booking.com. Both are consistently top-rated in their categories.
Is there parking at Himara 28?
On-street promenade parking only, and it's limited in summer. Ask reception about the nearest paid lots if you're driving in August.
