Hotels near Shkembi i Kavajes, Durres

My stay at the Movenpick Durres Hotel had its highs and lows: Staff Recommendation: Leda stood out as an exemplary staff member. Her kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism made a significant positive impact on my stay. She handled every request with a smile and efficiency, embodying the hospitality one expects from a five-star establishment. Check-in / Reception: The check-in process was smooth and efficient, with the reception staff were lovely and extending a warm welcome. Sofa Bed: I had a late flight, and upon arrival, the room was missing pillows and linen for the sofa bed. Although this was swiftly rectified, it should have been set up prior to my arrival. Breakfast: The breakfast lacked variety. For a family staying two weeks, the same food day after day becomes quite boring. A five-star hotel should offer more diverse options. Towels: The quality and availability of towels were disappointing. The towels were more like thin throws, unsuitable for drying off or using at the beach or pool. Also being told towards the end of our stay that there is a limit on the number of towels we can take based on occupancy is unacceptable. In a five star hotel, guests should have ample access to fresh towels without restriction. One towel per person is insufficient for a full day at the beach or pool, especially with children. Beach Beds: The beach beds were comfortable but very dirty, with stains on many of them. This is not up to the standards of a five-star hotel. In other high-end hotels, beach beds are cleaned and washed down every evening, and the beach is maintained without debris. One of the most frustrating aspects was that every morning the onsite team would ”save & chain” multiple front-view sea beds for ”VIPs of the hotel,” which is unacceptable. Most of these chairs remain unused for the whole day. Unless you are present at the beach, you should not be able to hold a spot for others just in case they arrive. Many guests are families who want to be able to see their children playing in front of the beach. Who classifies hotel staff as a higher priority than other paying guests? Dinner Menu: The dinner menu has not changed since last year. We stayed here last year for a few days, and the menu is exactly the same, with no changes. When staying for weeks, the repetitive food is not ideal. Hotel Room Towels and Water: We were three people in one room, and for the beginning of the stay yet we were only given two towels, and replenished water was only provided for two. If we are paying for a suite for three, then provisions should be made accordingly. Ping Pong Table: The ping pong table was a nice touch. However, there was only one ball, and it went missing. A five-star hotel should have replacements on hand and not rely on one ball for all guests. While Movenpick Durres has great aspects, including friendly and professional staff like Leda and a hassle-free check-in process, it falls short in many other areas. The property has th

Great hotel for the price. Plenty of sunbeds and the pool is immaculate. The breakfast is cold but plentiful and you can’t complain too much for the price - plenty of bread and sometimes strawberries. The only problem is the location, as you do need to get a taxi into Durres or walk over a used train track and through some litter over a bridge to get to the beach. It was fine for us, but would be - struggle for people with mobility issues. All in all, we had a wonderful week and would return to the hotel if we got another great deal.

The hotel was great. Close to the aiport, superb pool and restaurant. Amazing room, the staff were very helpful and even transferred me for my early flight. Having worked in the hospitality industry for 6 years I was immensely impressed by the professionalism and upgrade they offered me. I wish I had a chance to stay with them longer. 10/10 would recommend, well worth it!

Loved this hotel so much we came back. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Mattress is like a hug. The staff couldn't be more accommodating. Grab your fresh beach towel on your way to your umbrella and padded lounge chair in the sand or have a drink or meal overlooking the sea. Loved it all.

Loved our 5 day stay at the Epidamn. The hotel used to be the French embassy and its decor inside reflects this. The staff make this wonderful boutique hotel amazing. Everyone is super friendly, speaks great English, works super hard and will go the extra mile to help you out. The girls on reception often booked restaurants for us by calling them. Special shout out to the ladies that cleaned our room. Amazingly spotless and tidy. Thanks to Albi in the restaurant for looking after us at breakfasts, lunch and dinner. He was a true professional. He knew about drinks, the food, and worked so fast, efficient but with a personal touch. He wouldn’t be out of place in a 5* restaurant in London. Antonella for helping us park the car when we arrived jet lagged having been awake since 3am. She was very patient with us and was a great help. She also told another restaurant to give us a good table and they did! Also for getting our cases to the 5th floor upon arrival. The bed was super comfortable. The breakfasts are amazing. Especially the 2 eggs with avocados and sausages. Also the pancakes. Dinner / lunch was fantastic - we eat there a lot over the 5 days cause we loved it so much. Parking around the back is convenient.

This hotel is fab and was very cheap considering it is a 5 star. Everyone that works there is lovely and they are so friendly and helpful. The rooftop pool is awesome and great place for sunbathing. The gym is also decent and everything is very clean and brand new. The breakfast is amazing, and Adriana is so friendly and helpful and makes you feel so welcome. She goes above and beyond to help and is genuinely interested in how you're feeling and wants you to have the best experience every morning. She really loves her job and loves making people feel happy. The food is so fresh and there is lots of choice, the drinks are good too and plentiful. The hotel bar is very good and has reasonable prices. Everything was great here and I would recommend. However, if you are a light sleeper I would bring ear plugs as the hotel is on a main road and the road is busy all the time, literally even at 3am. You can hear it from the rooms and I struggled to sleep the first night but I got some earplugs, and they did the trick. The staff were also very apologetic and accommodating. Otherwise I couldn't fault this hotel and would stay again!