A great choice for a stay in Vlorë, Vila Arial features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Mediterranean guest house include washing machines and refrigerators.
National Museum of Independence - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Muradie Mosque - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Independence Square - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Nene Tereza Intl. Airport (TIA) - 129 min drive
Airport pick-up service
Restaurants
‪Mulliri Vjeter - ‬3 min drive
‪Kafe Biondi - ‬3 min drive
‪Mon Cheri - ‬3 min drive
‪Kotec - ‬3 min drive
‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
About this property
Vila Arial
A great choice for a stay in Vlorë, Vila Arial features a winery where you can enjoy a glass of local wine. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Mediterranean guest house include washing machines and refrigerators.
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Free daily reception
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Public winery tours
Discount at nearby fitness center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 2020
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Mosquito nets
Winery on site
Double-glazed windows
Dock
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Mediterranean architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
33-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Washing machine
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Balcony
Individually furnished and decorated
Heated floors
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Stovetop
Free bottled water
Paper towels
More
Housekeeping on request
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Energy-saving switches
Uses some LED lighting
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.62 per person, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 5 for adults and EUR 3 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 18 costs EUR 30
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses some solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts cash.
Also known as
Vila Rias
Vila Arial Vlorë
Vila Arial Guesthouse
Vila Arial Guesthouse Vlorë
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Vila Arial?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Vila Arial?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Vila Arial?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is EUR 50 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Vila Arial?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Vila Arial and nearby?
Vila Arial has a winery and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Vila Arial?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Vila Arial have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Vila Arial like?
Vila Arial is in the heart of Vlorë, a short 6-minute walk from Old Beach.
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Reviews
Vila Arial Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The property is located close to the beach with some reviews mentioning it's a 3-minute walk away. (9 reviews)
Breakfast was abundant, delicious, and served directly to the table at a reasonable price. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 2, 2026
Our reservation was for a rooftop duplex room with a view. However, upon arrival at the hotel, we were unfortunately accommodated in a different room in a different building. We were very tired and accepted it without complaining. So, we didn't really care about the view.room clean .
cigdem
cigdem, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
The service was great and the hotel was clean.
Sandor
Sandor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Amazing stay at Arial Loft for 2 days vacation in Valona with family
New building, confortable and ecofriendly, with two bathrooms. 👍
Strategic location, only few minutes from the city center
Staff and services at top levels of professionality and availability.
Close to the beach and good restaurants around
Edmir
Edmir, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
A comfortable and accessible place to rest and recover , great location to walk around downtown and have something to eat, the guys were friendly and welcoming
Lorenzo
Lorenzo, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 8, 2024
Our stay
The room was very nice and the service was friendly.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Can really recommend it
Really lovely place.
Room was great, top location and the owner was super helpful, the power went in our room and they got an electrician there straight away and fixed it for us while we had dinner
Food was also really good and huge portions.
Rebecka
Rebecka, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2025
Excellent place close to beach
This is a clean and welcoming place to stay. You are close walking distance to the beach, 20 minute walk to the city and some great restaurants and small markets and bakeries near by. We extended our stay here.
Sharon
Sharon, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 17, 2025
I had a very nice stay. The room was spotless and all furniture and curtains looked brand new. My check in could have been better. I did not get the room i reserved because that hotel was closed for renovations. They sent a message to tell me and give me instructions to check in at their other accommodations nearby. I was already at the property, though. Other than that, great stay!
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Exceptional!
A really great place to stay! the owner is very helpfull providing support right away! lots of nice restaurants in the area. Highly recommended!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
Second stay at Arial and same good service. Some furniture items could do with a little tlc but for a very reasonable price you get everything you need. Owners are very helpful and will do most things if asked. Breakfast is to die for and reasonable at €5, perhaps a little too reasonable.
Shops are closed by as well as several restaurants and bars and the beach is a 3 minute walk away
andrew
andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Albania is beautiful- the mountains- the beaches- culture- music-fresh food- fish- boat trips- sunset- Thank you- Faleminderit shume
Yvonne
Yvonne, 6-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 31, 2024
Clean but a bit noisy, and not near the centre
The room was strangely humid and very close to the grouped areas, it was quite difficult to not hear people breakfasting
However everything was clean and the area was safe
Brikena
Brikena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
Close to beach, 15 minutes walk from town
We were in a great location a quick walk to the beach, 15 minute walk to the city of Vlore. There are some great restaurants nearby as well as markets and coffee shops. The only thing we did wrong was follow google maps though it brought us there we did walk through a sketchy area. We quickly figured out instead just walk to the beach and go right in about 15 minutes as it’s easy to find. It’s in a nice area but the wifi is not what you are use to in North America. We liked it so much here we actually extended our stay.
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 27, 2023
The property itself is lovely, well maintained, and picturesque. The staff were helpful and provided a wonderful breakfast.
I don't know if this was typical, but there was a neighborhood dog that barked constantly, all night long. I feel badly for the property as that is not their fault, but I was unable to get any sleep at all as a result.
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 12, 2024
The property is absolutely fine for people wanting no frills. There is plenty of space for 2 people but the apartment comes across as if they aren't quite sure what to put in there.
There was no kettle, only 3 of each piece of cutlery and only 1 teaspoon, 3 cups and 3 glasses which is strange as the apartment can sleep 4 people. A small sofa would be a fantastic addition as well as the availability of extra heavy blankets. There were no instructions for the cooker or any checkout instructions. All simple things to make the stay more comfortable and could add value for the owners. I would also suggest the option of a welcome basket would also be a welcome option (obviously at an additional cost)
The walk to town is about 10 minutes but the local bars like bar minimal is an excellent destination with good food and beer and well worth a visit
Don't believe the stereotypes, Albania is wonderful, give it a go and be pleased
andrew
andrew, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 9, 2025
We stayed at the Beach Lodge, but there was no beach view, the only view was to an old wall, ruins of an old building and tall trees. We did not hear the waves of the ocean. Rooms are very nice and beds very comfortable. The bathroom however is tiny, no storage possibilities for personal items, no hooks for towels. The Shower was bad. Once used, the whole bathroom was under water and toilet seat, toilet paper and sink was wet. The whole floor flooded. We had two rooms, the tv of one room was not working at all. In the other room the tv went on twice in the middle of the night, with the control far away - really scary. The doors have windows, unfortunately the white light of the hallway shines through the whole night, which makes the room very bright in the night. Breakfast was included and very good and traditional. You have to walk to the main hotel to have it, which is a 5 minute walk. Staff very friendly and helpful. Accomodation very clean. Beach, walking distance but very dirty. Further up it is much nicer
Sarah Berenice
Sarah Berenice, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 5, 2025
Clean, friendly and a nice quite place to stay!
Felix
Felix, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
The breakfast was good, but it cost extra.
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
The hotel was very nice very close to the beach ( although the most beautiful part is a bit far) the place is quite and the neighbourhood too. The service is excellent , and the person in charge answered back in a timely manner.
Catalina
Catalina, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 23, 2025
We had rooms in the building 300 meters away. Rooms were clean but outdated.
We stayed just one nt on the way to Greece.
The highlite was the restaurant in the main part of the hotel.
Michal
Michal, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 16, 2023
Goodm
Tom
Tom, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 6, 2025
The place was dirty, trash everywhere, the toilet had no seat, it was broken. Nobody has helped me with my refund. the place looked really nice in photos but unfortunately it wasn’t at all what we experienced. I am so disappointed. I traveled with my family and kids. This was very very disappointing. We ended up leaving, booking another hotel, and we tried to contact someone, but nobody answered.
Sofia
Sofia, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2024
Budget room is exactly as pictured but NOT in the vila arial. It was actually down the street in a seperate place. The room WAS as advertised and great for price, just not in the vila as shown in the pictures
Cindy
Cindy, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 6, 2024
Isolated
Hotel was in good location with great staff and very helpful.
Like other people have commented it's a shame to get isolated down the street away from everyone and I believe that if you make a booking you should be informed of that, some will be happy with that others like me won't and can choose somewhere else to stay, I kind of felt conned when I turned up and was told welcome but you're not staying here we've put you in the overflow accommodation
david
david, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 26, 2024
They had to book is at another site for the 1st night,. The 2nd night was not on the property shown in the picture. There was no hand soap, no dish washing soap. No paper towels. No both soap. There was some trash from the pervious occupants