The Albanian Riviera's "stays open late" landscape is thinner than it looks. Beach bars wind down around midnight, ground-floor boulevard bars close around 01:30, and most rooftops in Himara follow the boulevards down. Thèa Rooftop Bar is one of the few rooftops that keeps going until 03:00 — sitting on the upper floor of the OTP Bank building (Godina nr. 57) on Rruga 2 Dhjetori, right in the centre of town. That single detail makes Thèa useful in a way most rooftops aren't: it's less the venue you head to first, more the venue you head to last.
A note on the name. The bar styles itself "Thèa" (with the accent) — Greek for "view," reflecting the local Greek-speaking community in Himarë. Google Maps, Instagram (@thea_rooftop_bar), and Facebook listings all surface it under both "Thea" and "Thèa". Either spelling will find it.
Quick Take
| Info | |
|---|---|
| Type | Rooftop bar |
| Address | Rruga 2 Dhjetori, Godina nr. 57 (above OTP Bank), Spile, Himarë |
| Coordinates | 40.1009, 19.7466 |
| Opening hours | 18:30 — 03:00, daily (peak-season) |
| @thea_rooftop_bar | |
| Thèa Rooftop Bar | |
| Menu style | Signature cocktails, wines, light bites |
| Best for | End-of-night drinks, sunset stays, conversation-pace evenings |
| Skip if | You want a big club scene (head to Rescue @ The Beach) |
What's on the Menu
Per the bar's own Facebook bio and aggregator listings, Thèa describes itself as offering signature cocktails, wines, and light bites — so this isn't strictly a "drinks only" rooftop. It's not a full restaurant either; treat it as a cocktails-first venue with snack-grade food if you need it. For a proper dinner, eat at one of the Spile promenade restaurants first; for a midnight nibble alongside the last round, the rooftop kitchen-light covers it.
Cocktail prices on the Albanian Riviera generally cluster in a familiar band — beers around 250–300 ALL (2.50–3 EUR), spritzes around 500–600 ALL (5–6 EUR), classic cocktails 700–800 ALL (7–8 EUR). Thèa sits within that range based on visitor reports; cash is reliable, card acceptance is increasingly common but not universal — carry ALL just in case.
What Works
The late hours are the entire feature
03:00 closing means you can finish a Spile promenade dinner at 22:00, hit Coba Rooftop for an hour, and still have a second venue for the post-01:00 stretch. Without Thèa, the choice is "go to bed or go to a beach club" — Thèa fills the middle.
Intimate scale
The rooftop is smaller than Coba or Locca — fewer tables, more conversation-pace energy. For a small group settling in for the last shift of the night, this is the right scale. Bigger groups should stay at the boulevard bars.
Above-OTP-Bank location is central
Right in the town centre, walk to or from any restaurant on the Spile promenade in under 2 minutes. Hotels along the boulevard (including Himara 28) are 1–3 minutes away. Easy to roll home from the last drink.
The view
The bar's name is literally Greek for "view," and the rooftop position above OTP Bank gives a wide line over the centre of town toward the bay. The "arrive early for sunset" advice surfaces consistently across listings — peak-summer evenings can fill the small footprint quickly.
What Doesn't
Small venue + late hours = early-evening reservations help
If you want to start your evening here for sunset, the small footprint means a table after 19:30 in peak season isn't guaranteed without a quick reservation message ahead via Instagram or Facebook.
Wind exposure
Open rooftop, no full cover. Strong evenings can be uncomfortable; check the forecast.
Quiet music, not club energy
Thèa isn't where you go to dance. The vibe leans conversation-pace. For late-night dance energy, head down the hill to Rescue @ The Beach or out to BOHO Livadh (open until 05:00 on weekends).
Cards still mixed
Cash is reliably accepted; card payment is increasingly common but not universal across Himara bars in general. Carry ALL just in case.
Seasonal opening
Most Himara rooftops scale back or close from late October through March. Verify on Instagram or Facebook before walking up out of season.
How Thèa Compares to Other Late-Night Himara Venues
| Venue | Type | Closes | Best feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thèa Rooftop | Rooftop, conversation | 03:00 | Latest rooftop, intimate scale |
| Coba Rooftop | Rooftop, deep house | Late | Music energy + view |
| Locca Rooftop | Rooftop, sunset-focused | ~01:00 | Best price/view |
| BOHO Livadh | Beach bar, DJ | 05:00 weekends | Latest closer + boho aesthetic |
| Rescue @ The Beach | Beach club | Late | Dance on the sand |
The unique-Thèa play: latest-closing rooftop in the town centre. BOHO closes later but sits at Livadh Beach, requiring transport home. Thèa is the walkable-home late stop.
Best Time to Visit
End of the night is the entire pitch — 23:30–02:30 is Thèa's sweet spot. Sunset start also works (18:30–20:30) for a slower-pace evening. Avoid Saturday 22:00–23:30 peak — that's when the whole town is trying to be at the same venues at once. Closed-season risk: late October through March; verify on Instagram or Facebook before walking up.
Walkable From Where?
- Spile promenade restaurants — 1–2 minutes
- Coba Rooftop — under 1 minute
- Locca Rooftop — 1 minute
- Himara 28 Hotel — 1–2 minutes
- OTP Bank ATM — directly below (useful if you need cash)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Thèa Rooftop Bar in Himara?
Above the OTP Bank in the centre of Himara town — Rruga 2 Dhjetori, Godina nr. 57, Spile, Himarë; coordinates 40.1009, 19.7466. Walk along the main town strip and look up at the OTP Bank building; the rooftop entrance is at the side. Central, easy to find, and the ATM downstairs is a useful bonus if you ran out of cash at the previous venue.
What time does Thèa Rooftop Bar close?
03:00 in peak season, per the bar's own listings. This is one of the latest-closing rooftop bars in Himara town centre. Several other rooftops wind down between 01:00 and 01:30. For a venue past 03:00, you'll need to head to BOHO Livadh (05:00 weekends), which requires transport.
How much do drinks cost at Thèa?
Standard Himara rooftop prices — beers in the 250–300 ALL band (2.50–3 EUR), spritzes 500–600 ALL (5–6 EUR), classic cocktails 700–800 ALL (7–8 EUR). Slightly more elaborate cocktails sit at the higher end. Cash is reliable; card acceptance is increasingly common but verify on arrival.
Is Thèa good for sunset?
Yes — the rooftop is sunset-facing and the name literally means "view." The smaller venue size means peak-season Saturdays fill quickly, so arrive before 20:00 in summer. For a wider footprint at a similar price, Locca Rooftop is the alternative one minute away.
Does Thèa Rooftop serve food?
Per Thèa's own listings, the menu pairs signature cocktails with light bites — so snacks are available, but it isn't a restaurant. For a full dinner, eat first at one of the Spile promenade restaurants within 1–2 minutes' walk before climbing up.
How do I contact Thèa to reserve?
The most reliable channels are Instagram (@thea_rooftop_bar) and the Thèa Rooftop Bar Facebook page. DMs in peak season can be slow — message early in the day for the same evening.
For broader nightlife context, see the Himara nightlife guide.
