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Manastir Beach

Plazhi i Manastirit

8.3

/ 10 Very good

#31 out of 87
in Vlorë

About

Manastir Beach is located on the Adriatic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 31th place out of 87 beaches in the Vlorë region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and light pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Manastir Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

14 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Isole Gemelle beach, which has a rating of 8.8.

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Historical

+16 ^oC +13 ^oC

Air temperature

4.2 M/S

Wind

+16 ^oC

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Key features

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Frustrating

4.3/10

Cleanliness

Very good

8/10

Amenities

Very good

7.8/10

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Manastir Beach is located in Vlorë within Manastir, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The water at this beach is crystal clear and teeming with small fish, making it an excellent spot for diving. Additionally, the beach is relatively quiet, especially during late September and early October. It's worth noting that the beach has light pebbles which adds to its natural charm."

Janika Tomic

"The beach is truly stunning and breathtaking. Additionally, it is worth mentioning that the beach has light pebbles."

Stevie Webber

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Photo of Manastir Beach with light pebble surface

Photo of Manastir Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Manastir Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Manastir Beach and the settlement

Photo of Manastir Beach backed by cliffs

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Janika Tomic

"The beach is truly stunning and breathtaking. Additionally, it is worth mentioning that the beach has light pebbles."

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Stays nearby

Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.

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12 accomodations nearby

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1.1km from the beach

9.1

Excellent

Vila Zervo

Serviced Apartment

Tsouka

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220m from center

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1.3km from the beach

9.2

Excellent

ILLYRIAN Paradise

Entire Apartment

Tsouka

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220m from center

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1.3km from the beach

9.1

Excellent

Mihal Suites

Entire Apartment

Tsouka

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220m from center

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3.3km from the beach

9.3

Excellent

Duka Apartments

Entire Apartment

Tsouka

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4.4km from center

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3.5km from the beach

8.7

Excellent

Golden Berden Boutique Hotel

Hotel

Tsouka

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4.5km from center

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3.5km from the beach

Excellent

Arsen Apartments

Serviced Apartment

Tsouka

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4.6km from center

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3.5km from the beach

9.6

Exceptional

Duraj Apartment

Entire Apartment

Tsouka

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4.6km from center

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3.6km from the beach

9.7

Exceptional

Sky Apartments

Entire Apartment

Tsouka

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4.7km from center

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3.7km from the beach

8.6

Excellent

Kenza Apartments

Entire Apartment

Tsouka

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4.8km from center

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3.9km from the beach

8.3

Very good

Villa Blue

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Manastir

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2.7km from center

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3.9km from the beach

8.7

Excellent

Hotel Citrus

Hotel

Tsouka

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2.8km from center

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3.9km from the beach

8.8

Excellent

Apartments Dulluku

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Manastir

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2.8km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

Manastir, Albania

Pulebardha beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble

Manastir 0.9 km

Ksamil, Albania

Ksamil Beach

7.8

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Ksamil 0.2 km

Tsouka, Albania

Mango beach

8.2

Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water

Tsouka 1.6 km

Ksamil, Albania

Lori beach

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Ksamil 1.1 km

Nissaki, Greece

Nissaki Beach

8.5

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water

Nissaki 0.4 km

Barbati, Greece

Barbati Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Barbati 0.1 km

Dassia, Greece

Dassia beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water

Dassia 0.4 km

Sidari, Greece

Sidari Beach

Paralia Sidari

7.8

Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Sidari 0.6 km

Glyfada, Greece

Glyfada beach

8.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Glyfada 0.1 km

Manastir, Albania

Shpella e Pellumbave

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Light sand & pebble

Manastir 0.5 km

Manastir, Albania

Gjiri i Hartes

8.5

Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Manastir 1.3 km

Ksamil, Albania

Isole Gemelle beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

Ksamil 1.2 km

What to do in Manastir Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

When it comes to what to do in Manastir Beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

King Mussel Taverna• 6 min walk
Bar Restaurant Pasqy...• 15 min walk
Shpella e Pellumbave...• 18 min walk
Eni - Bar Kafe - Tra...• 18 min walk

Attractions

Tokyo Beach• 5 min walk
Edon-Bina Beach• 12 min walk
Pasqyrave Island• 13 min walk
Gjiri i Poseidonit• 16 min walk

Transport

CFU• 25km
KTEL CORFU bus stati...• 23.5km
Primasol Ionian Sun• 37.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Manastir Beach?

The beachline of Manastir Beach is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Manastir Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Manastir Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Manastir Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Manastir Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Manastir Beach is fully protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Manastir Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Manastir Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Manastir Beach?

The bar is located right on the Manastir Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.King Mussel Taverna is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Manastir Beach?

There are 3251 places to stay in the Manastir Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Manastir Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Manastir Beach from parking?

The Manastir Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Manastir Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Manastir Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tokyo Beach located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Manastir Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Manastir Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Manastir Beach (Vlore County) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.