City Hotel Tirana is a straightforward, well-located mid-range hotel for travellers who want to be in the middle of things without paying centre-square prices. It stands on Rruga Ismail Qemali, within a three-minute walk of the Pyramid of Tirana and about a thirteen-minute walk from Skanderbeg Square, which puts Blloku, the House of Leaves and Bunk’Art 2 within easy reach on foot. The hotel offers family, standard and double rooms, plus a single-use double for solo travellers. Free wifi and air conditioning are standard, there is a coffee shop and bar, a 24-hour front desk with express check-in and out, laundry services and a business centre. Breakfast is available for a surcharge and an airport shuttle can be booked for a fee. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 from more than 200 reviews, and it is best seen as a comfortable, practical base that keeps your budget free for tours and good meals.
Location and getting around
The Pyramid is a few steps away and the cafés of Blloku are a short stroll. Tirana’s centre is compact, so you can walk to most sights, and taxis to the airport take around thirty-five minutes. Day-trip pickups can often be arranged near the hotel.
The rooms and facilities
Expect simple, clean rooms with desks, safes and heating, rather than boutique design. The lobby coffee shop and bar are convenient for a first coffee or a drink at the end of the day. Family rooms make the hotel more practical for parents travelling with children than many small hotels.
Who it suits
Budget-conscious couples, solo travellers and families who plan to spend most of the day out. It is less suited to travellers who want a pool, a spa or an extensive breakfast. Check whether breakfast is included in your rate, as many people prefer one of the cafés nearby, and request a higher floor for quieter nights.
Why stay here
- ✓Three minutes from the Pyramid
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Free wifi
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Coffee shop and bar
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Laundry service
- ✓Airport shuttle available
Good questions
Is City Hotel Tirana near the Pyramid?+
Yes, the Pyramid of Tirana is about a three-minute walk away.
Is breakfast included?+
Breakfast is offered for a surcharge according to the booking page, so check your rate.
Is the hotel within walking distance of Skanderbeg Square?+
Yes, it is around a thirteen-minute walk, and Blloku is closer still.
