Pebbly beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Albania. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!
Pebbly beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Albania. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!
The beaches of Albania are mostly small and located in cozy bays. Some places have hard-to-reach bays of a bizarre shape, provoking active travelers to explore them. An important clarification - most beaches do not have natural shade, as the vegetation is either too small or completely absent, so do not forget your sun umbrella and protective products.
Most beaches of Albania are located within settlements, usually more accessible and well equipped, but less picturesque. The latter does not apply to Albania because, despite a large number of city beaches, many still offer stunning views.
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Lukove 2.2 km
Very good
7.8
Amenities index
Ksamil 1.2 km
Very good
4.5
Amenities index
Manastir 0.9 km
Very good
5.4
Amenities index
Ilias 1.7 km
Very good
4.7
Amenities index
Green Coast Residence 0.4 km
Very good
7.8
Amenities index
Potam (Himare) 0.7 km
Very good
8.3
Amenities index
Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 115 beaches in the country.
To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Albania.
The beaches of Albania can be a good choice for senior travelers, as there are 37 beaches equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay for this group of travelers.
In most cases, older travelers are looking for a quiet relaxing holiday and have high demands on infrastructure. This type of beach is the opposite of the party ones preferred by the younger generation.
Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom
Cobenjt (Zvernec) 2.2 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Large free area
Domen 1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine sand, Turquoise water, Large free area
Fushe Drac 2.9 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Large free area, Fine sand bottom
Rinia 2.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water, Large free area
Cesk Dedaj 0.5 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Golem 0.5 km
Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Free entrance
Ksamil 1.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Manastir 1.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Paid entrance only
Ksamil 0.5 km
Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Free entrance
Ksamil 1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Velipoje 2.1 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Karpen 1.1 km
Picturesque, Beach resort, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Nivice-Bubar 3.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Blue pure water, Large free area
Qazim pali 0.6 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Jale 0.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water, Large free area, Fine pebbles bottom
Kallam (Dhermi) 0.9 km
Picturesque, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Free entrance
Piqeras 1.6 km
Picturesque, Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Large free area
Dhermi 1.2 km
Hotel beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Hotel guests only, Fine pebbles bottom
Manastir 1.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Large free area
Spile 0.5 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Himare 0.4 km
Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water, Free entrance
Himare 0.2 km
Hotel beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Hotel guests only
Jale 0.4 km
Hotel beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Hotel guests only
Uji i Ftohte (Vlore) 1.9 km
As for the main features of the beaches of Albania, they are as follows:
The beaches in Albania are used mainly by beach clubs (resorts), usually open to everyone but for a fee. These establishments offer a full range of amenities with limited operational hours. At the same time, you can still find a wild beach, use our filter for this.
Dozens of beaches in Albania attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all kayakers, snorkeling lovers, sup boarders.
So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:
Do you love an active lifestyle but would prefer something other than water activities? Then on the beaches of Albania you can actively spend time playing volleyball. Although this country does not have the privileged status of the volleyball capital of World, it may well compete for this title because there are about 23 beaches where you can play volleyball.
For campers, important information is the availability of campsites in the country. There are such places near the 14 beaches of Albania. 4 of them are a kind of wild camp, formed spontaneously by lovers of this type of recreation and did not have an infrastructure. 10 of them are official campsites, with all the necessary (showers, toilets, shops, cafes).
The beach dosn't look anymore like the photo, anyway now it is dirty and has a bad management. Sad!
If this beach is rated #18 in Albania then the others must be heavenly beaches as this is the best beach I have ever visited.
THIEVES,FRAUDERS AND CRIMINALS ARE THE OPERATORS IN THE KSAMIL EVERYTHING IS EXCESSIVE FOR AN UMBRELLA YOU HAVE TO PAY 50€ FOR A COLA 12 FOR A PIZZA 30€ THIS IS ALBANIA TODAY PREFER TO HOLIDAY ON THE TERRACE THAN IN ALBANIA.
We were a bit taken aback when we drove from Durres and had to pass through an industrial area, onto a rough road with the sea on one side and a marshy marshland on the other. We almost considered turning back, but luckily we decided to continue until the road's end. At that point, we discovered a parking area and as we ascended the hill and reached the summit, a stunning beach came into view. It was not overly crowded and we managed to find sunbeds right at the water's edge. It was a small, hidden treasure and definitely worth visiting.
The beach and its surroundings are stunningly beautiful, showcasing the wonders of nature. The space between the umbrellas is ample, providing enough room for everyone to enjoy their time in the sun. The cost of one umbrella with two sunbeds is quite reasonable at 700 lek. The locals are extremely friendly, and the food is delicious. Overall, this beach is the best place I have visited in Albania thus far.
If you're looking for a fun day out at the beach, this one might not be for you. The road to get there is so rough you'll feel like you're on a rollercoaster, and once you finally arrive, you'll have to pay a pretty penny just to park your car. But don't worry, if you can't find a free umbrella to shield you from the sun, the waiters will be happy to offer you one for a small fortune. And if you're lucky, they might even guide you to the water with it! Just be prepared for some big waves that even the most experienced swimmers might struggle with. But hey, at least you'll have a front row seat to watch them from. And don't forget to bring your own shower because there won't be any here. As for the restaurant, let's just say it's more like a village in Africa than a beachfront hotspot.
Please note that lifeguards supervise 70 beaches in the country, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!
Finding a restaurant in Albania is easy enough, many of them are located close to the beaches. Each is good in its way and has a certain charm. You can find out more about nearby food outlets on beach pages.
Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.
And, probably, the most popular question among travelers: “What sights of Albania can be found relatively close to the beaches?” It is impossible to list all of them, there are a lot of attractions. So you will find where to go!
Do you know how many beaches there are in Albania? In total there are 115 beaches and the most popular is Lukova beach.
Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Free entrance
Ksamil 1.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Paid entrance only
Ksamil 0.2 km
Picturesque, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Manastir 0.9 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Potam (Himare) 0.7 km
Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Free entrance, Fine sand bottom
Vlora 2.6 km
Picturesque, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Free entrance
Nivice-Bubar 3.4 km
When it comes to finding the best beaches in Albania, the following aspects should be taken into account.
There are 115 beaches in total, of which about 46 can be called high-rated.
The best beaches in the majority:
They are also usually:
The best beaches in Albania:
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Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Albania, you must be in that area to get the correct results.
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Most of the beaches located in Albania are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).
Popular categories of beaches in Albania by access:
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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Albania:
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Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.
The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features
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The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Albania by occupancy.
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The selections of the beaches in Albania according to the recommended audience:
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