Where to Stay in Himara: Hotels, Hostels & Apartments

Himara (Greek: Χειμάρρα, Albanian: Himarë) has accommodation for every budget, from 11€/night hostels to 350€/night luxury resorts. The town is small enough that location barely matters — you're always within walking distance of the beach and promenade. Here's where to stay and what to expect in the heart of the Albanian Riviera.

Quick Picks by Budget

Luxury Hotels

Prado Luxury Hotel

Rating: 9.0/10 | Price: 180€-350/night | Location: Livadhi Beach

The top hotel in Himara. Infinity pool overlooking the Ionian, full spa, fine dining restaurant, and rooms that justify the price. Livadhi Beach is steps away. This is where you stay if you want the full resort experience without leaving Himara.

Best for: Couples on a splurge, honeymoons, anyone who wants five-star amenities.

Miamar Luxury Hotel & Spa

Rating: 8.7/10 | Price: 150€-280/night | Location: Livadhi Beach

World-class spa and multiple pools right on Livadhi Beach — the best everyday beach near Himara. The spa alone is worth considering if that matters to you. Fitness center, beach access, and enough on-site facilities to never need to leave.

Best for: Spa lovers, Livadhi Beach proximity, relaxation-focused trips.

Upscale Hotels

Rapo's Resort Hotel

Rating: 8.4/10 | Price: 100€-160/night | Location: Livadhi Beach

The best family hotel in Himara. Outdoor pool, tennis courts, and direct beach access to Livadhi — a beach with shallow water that deepens gradually, ideal for kids. The resort feel gives families everything in one place while being minutes from town.

Best for: Families with kids, active travelers, pool time plus beach time.

Mid-Range Hotels

Nia Boutique Hotel

Rating: Mid-range standout | Price: 70€-130/night | Location: Promenade, 200m from beach

The best value in mid-range. Rooftop cocktail bar with sea views, small spa, rooms with sea-view balconies. Steps from the promenade and Spile Beach. At 70€/night in shoulder season, this punches well above its weight.

Best for: Couples, travelers who want a rooftop bar included with their stay.

Geo & Art Boutique Hotel

Rating: Mid-range | Price: 55€-90/night | Location: Himara center, 300m from beach

Local artwork in every room, art gallery on-site, and a creative energy that sets it apart from standard beach hotels. Solid mid-range pricing with more character than most options in this bracket.

Best for: Art-loving travelers, creatives, unique accommodation seekers.

Ferdinand Residence

Rating: 9.6/10 on Booking | Price: 55€-70/night | Location: Town center

The sleeper pick. A 9.6 on Booking.com at 55€-70/night is exceptional value. Clean, comfortable, well-located. No frills, no pool — just an excellent room at a fair price. The rating speaks for itself.

Best for: Anyone who cares about value. Best price-to-quality ratio in Himara.

Himara 28 Hotel

Rating: Mid-range | Price: 55€-65/night | Location: Promenade

Sea-view rooms and a ground-floor restaurant (Restaurant Himara 28, rated 5.0). The combo of accommodation and dining under one roof is convenient. Prime promenade location.

Best for: Convenience, walking-distance-to-everything travelers.

Budget Hotels

Dimitri Hotel

Rating: 9.4/10 on Booking | Price: 40€-80/night | Location: North end of Livadhi Beach

A 2-star that performs like a 4-star. Pool, beach access, 9.4 rating — at 40€/night in low season, this is arguably the best deal in Himara. The north end of Livadhi Beach is quieter than the main stretch.

Best for: Budget-conscious travelers who still want a pool and beach access.

Guesthouses

Guesthouses are the most authentic way to experience Himara. Expect family-run hospitality, home-cooked breakfasts, and local knowledge you won't get at a hotel.

Elpis Guest House

Rating: 9.5/10 | Price: 95€-110/night | Location: Near center

Regularly called "the best accommodation in Albania" in guest reviews. Home-cooked breakfast from the owner, personal touches, and the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like a guest rather than a customer. Worth every euro.

Best for: Travelers who value experience over amenities. The Himara highlight for many visitors.

Amphora Guesthouse

Rating: Boutique | Price: 28€-50/night | Location: Himara Old Town

Stone-built, tucked into the Byzantine-era lanes of the Old Town. The most atmospheric stay in Himara. You're near the castle walls, surrounded by centuries of history. Rooms are simple but clean.

Best for: History lovers, atmosphere seekers, Old Town explorers.

Agrotourism Himara

Rating: Unique | Price: 65€-80/night | Location: 2 km from center

Farm-to-table dining, olive groves, and a countryside pace that's a world away from the beach strip. The meals alone — cooked with ingredients from the property — make this worth considering.

Best for: Foodies, couples wanting quiet, agrotourism enthusiasts.

IRINI Boutique Rooms

Rating: Boutique | Price: 50€-90/night | Location: Livadhi area

All 10 rooms have private terraces with sea views. Simple, clean, and the terrace views are the main attraction. Good mid-point between hotel comfort and guesthouse personality.

Best for: View-chasers on a moderate budget.

Magic Ionian Apartments & Rooms

Rating: 9.6/10 | Price: 95€-110/night | Location: Potam beachfront

Steps from Potam Beach with the amenities of a small apartment — kitchen, living space, terrace. Good for longer stays when you want to cook some meals yourself.

Best for: Longer stays, self-catering, families.

Hostels

Himara's hostels are unusually good. The ratings are high, the communal vibes are strong, and the prices make them some of the best budget stays on the Riviera.

Natural Hostel

Rating: 9.5/10 | Price: 22€-40/night | Location: Potam Beach, 300m from shore

The best hostel in Himara and possibly the best on the Albanian Riviera. Owner Sergio's legendary communal dinners bring guests together every evening.

Best for: Solo travelers, social atmosphere, communal dinners.

Himara Downtown Hostel

Rating: 9.4/10 (Superb) | Price: 11€-20/night | Location: Center, 1 min from beach

At 11€/night for a dorm bed with free breakfast, this is the cheapest quality stay in Himara. One minute from the beach. Free breakfast included. The 9.4 rating at this price point is remarkable.

Best for: Budget backpackers, solo travelers, shortest walk to beach.

Himara Hostel

Rating: 8.9/10 | Price: 12€-45/night | Location: 700m from Spile Beach

Free breakfast, garden, open-air common area. Private rooms available up to 45€. A reliable mid-tier hostel option with a relaxed garden atmosphere.

Best for: Backpackers who want outdoor space.

Oasis Hostel

Rating: Budget | Price: 12€-25/night | Location: 0.9 km from center

Communal dinners and karaoke nights. Slightly farther from the beach but the social events make it worth the walk. The party-friendly hostel in town.

Best for: Social travelers, nightlife-oriented backpackers.

Camping & Glamping

Pine Side Camp

Rating: Glamping | Price: 15€-35/night | Location: Seaside

Bell tents and wooden cabins set under pine trees near the beach. This is glamping done right — you're in nature but with real beds and basic comforts. The pine tree canopy provides natural shade.

Best for: Nature lovers, couples, glamping enthusiasts.

Himara Camping

Rating: Basic | Price: 14€-16/pitch | Location: Above Livadhi Beach

Traditional camping in an olive grove with sea views. Bring your own tent, park for 14€-16/night. The simplest and cheapest option. Shared facilities.

Best for: Traditional campers, ultra-budget travelers.

Camping Kranea

Rating: Budget | Price: 25€-30/night | Location: Across from Livadhi Beach

More developed than Himara Camping — on-site taverna serving Greek-Albanian food, laundry facilities, and a social atmosphere. The taverna alone makes this a step up from basic camping.

Best for: Campers who want communal facilities and food on-site.

Where to Stay: Area Guide

Our recommendation: Stay on or near the promenade for your first visit. You'll be walking distance from beaches, restaurants, and nightlife. If you're returning or staying longer, Potam and Livadhi offer a quieter pace.

Booking Tips

• Book 2+ months ahead for July-August. The best-rated places (Natural Hostel, Elpis, Ferdinand) sell out fast.
• September is the sweet spot. Warm sea, lower prices, easy availability.
• Booking.com dominates in Albania. Most properties are listed there with flexible cancellation.
• Ask about transfers. Many hotels arrange private transfers from Tirana airport (130-185€ for the car). See our transport guide.
• Cash for budget stays. Hostels and guesthouses often prefer cash payment.
• Parking is generally free. Most hotels have parking. No paid parking in town.

Full list of all accommodations: Hotels in Himara

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best area to stay in Himara?

The promenade near Spile Beach for first-timers — everything is walkable. Livadhi Beach for resort-style stays. Potam for quiet families. The Old Town for atmosphere. See the area guide above.

How much does a hotel cost in Himara?

Budget hostels start at 11€/night. Mid-range hotels run 55€-130/night. Luxury resorts cost 150€-350/night. Himara is 40-60% cheaper than comparable accommodation in Greek island towns.

Should I book in advance?

Yes for July-August and for top-rated places like Natural Hostel, Elpis Guest House, and Ferdinand Residence. September and June bookings can usually be made 2-3 weeks out. Shoulder season is walk-in friendly.

Are there apartments for rent in Himara?

Yes. Booking.com and Airbnb list many apartments. For stays of a week or more, an apartment with a kitchen saves money on meals. Magic Ionian Apartments is a good hotel-apartment hybrid.

Is Himara or Saranda better for accommodation?

Himara for quality and value — more character, better guesthouses, more authentic atmosphere. Saranda for volume and nightlife — more large hotels, more bar-adjacent options. See our full comparison.