Mandarine Hostel

First time in Tirana, and the hostel's location is super convenient! It's easy to get to the airport bus terminal, and it's only a 5-minute walk to the main square in the city center. The place is clean, the rooms are spacious, and the bed was comfy (soft pillows!). There aren't privacy curtains on the beds, but not everyone needs them. The locker with a key was quite roomy. There are two bathrooms per floor (one large with a tub, one with just a toilet and shower) and a very well-equipped kitchen. The free luggage storage until 5 p.m. is a great service. It's a shame they don't offer breakfast, but they do sell cold drinks. Plus, there are bars, pizzerias, and ice cream shops right on the street.

This place is truly amazing!!! The location is great, just a short walk from the city center, and it has all the facilities you need. But what really stands out is how incredibly meticulous the owner is with maintaining the place. It's so clean, you wouldn't believe it's possible! And of course, they're super friendly too. I stayed in hostels for a whole month during my trip, and this was definitely the best one.