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Llaman Beach

Potam (Himare) 0.7 km

Very good

8.7

Beach resort • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Small free area • Crowded in season

8.3 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Borsh beach

Qazim pali 0.6 km

Very good

8.7

Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Light pebble • Blue pure water • Crowded in season

7.8 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Jala beach

Jale 0.1 km

Very good

8.6

Beach resort • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Small free area • Crowded in season

8.3 Amenities index

For explorers

Plazhi Me Shpella

Me Shpella Beach

Ilias 2 km

Very good

8.6

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking

0 Amenities index

Senior friendly

Lori beach

Ksamil 1.1 km

Very good

8.6

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

6.5 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Gjiri i Shen beach

Uji i Ftohte (Vlore) 9.8 km

Very good

8.5

Beach resort • Picturesque • Easy access • Light pebble • Small free area • Crowded in season

7.8 Amenities index

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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.

Most beautiful beaches of Albania

Lukova beach

8.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble

Albania, Lukove 2.2 km

Isole Gemelle beach

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

Albania, Ksamil 1.2 km

Pulebardha beach

8.7

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

Albania, Manastir 0.9 km

Gjipe beach

Gjipe Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

Albania, Ilias 1.7 km

Palasa II beach

8.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, White pebble, Blue pure water

Albania, Green Coast Residence 0.4 km

Plazhi i Karaburunit III

Karaburun beach III

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, White pebble

Albania, Cobenjt (Zvernec) 10.9 km

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Quitest and lonely beaches in Albania

Krorez Beach

8.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Light fine pebble

Albania, Nivice-Bubar 3.1 km

Pepperon beach

8.6

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

Albania, Kallam (Dhermi) 0.9 km

Koshtoves beach

8.6

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

Albania, Manastir 1.3 km

Bunec Beach

8.6

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

Albania, Piqeras 1.6 km

Dhermi Beach

8.5

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Dhermi 1.2 km

Kakoma Beach

8.4

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

Albania, Nivice-Bubar 3.4 km

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Sandy beaches in Albania

Narta beach

8.2

Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom

Albania, Cobenjt (Zvernec) 2.2 km

Bora Bora beach

8.2

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Ksamil 0.5 km

Ibiza beach

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine sand, Turquoise water

Albania, Fushe Drac 2.9 km

Cristal Rinia beach

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Albania, Rinia 2.1 km

Golem Beach

7.7

Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Golem 0.5 km

Shen Pjetri Beach

7.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Fushe Drac 0.7 km

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Beaches for families with children in Albania

The General’s Beach

8.1

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water

Albania, Domen 1 km

Thrown Sand

7.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Cesk Dedaj 0.5 km

Plazhi Ada

7.7

Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Velipoje 2.1 km

Karpen beach

7.7

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Albania, Karpen 1.1 km

Spille beach

7.7

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

Albania, Spille 1.1 km

Shengjin Beach

7.6

Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water

Albania, Sakesi (Ishull-Shengjin) 2.4 km

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Shpella e Pellumbave

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Light sand & pebble

Albania, Manastir 0.5 km

Grama Bay

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Light pebble

Albania, Dukat i Ri 6.8 km

Pasqyra Beach

8.4

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

Albania, Manastir 0.5 km

Karaburun beach

8.4

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Picturesque

Albania, Cobenjt (Zvernec) 10.8 km

Manastir Beach

8.3

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

Albania, Manastir 1.1 km

Prinos beach

8.2

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

Albania, Himare 0.7 km

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Beaches with shade in Albania

Isole Ksamil beach

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

Albania, Ksamil 0.7 km

Zhanpovel Bay

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

Albania, Radhime 8.1 km

Ksamil Beach

7.8

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

Albania, Ksamil 0.2 km

Karaburun beach II

6.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Deserted

Albania, Cobenjt (Zvernec) 10.7 km

Stroggili beach

5.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Turquoise water, Deserted

Albania, Konispol 4.2 km

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Albania, they are as follows:

The country's beaches are mainly wide, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is pebble of bright color.
Usually, entry into the water is abrupt, so non-swimmers should be very careful. There are 49 such beaches out of 115 in the country.
The average distance from the road to beach in Albania is less than 500 meters. 102 beaches are relatively easy to access, 3 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 9 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

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:

SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Albania is the perfect place for you. More than 3 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 14 beaches in Albania that are popular with snorkelers. According to our users, the best locations are: Isole Gemelle beach, Pulebardha beach, Gjipe Beach.
Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 24 beaches in Albania can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Lukova beach, Isole Gemelle beach.

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).

Latest reviews on Albania's beaches

Gjiri i Shen beach

9 Sezair Destani

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.

Portez Beach

8 Kira Evans

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.

Durres beach II

10 Lara Rodriguez Gomez

We decided to visit the beach after finding out that the restaurant was closed. It was definitely worth it! We had a great time here. The water was peaceful and transparent, and the beach was exceptionally clean. Since it's a private beach, we had to pay 5000lek per person for a hammock, and it wasn't allowed to simply lay on the sand. However, it was still worth it! We thoroughly enjoyed the scenic walk from Durrës, surrounded by beautiful nature.

Vlore beach

2 Kaspar Voss

Please keep in mind that the location you are rating is a government-owned facility with limited public access. It is likely that you are actually referring to one of the nearby private beaches.

Jala beach

6 Jaciya

The beach is quite lovely with crystal clear water and light, fine pebbles. However, it's not the kind of beach for those seeking a wild experience.

Gjiri i Hartes

10 Dragan Ostic

The beach and restaurant are situated in an ideal location that is serene and devoid of any waves. Additionally, the beach boasts light, fine pebbles that add to its charm.

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 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.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Albania? In total there are 115 beaches and the most popular is Lukova beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Albania?

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:

Pebbly / Best sandy beaches in Albania (40 beaches)
Free to visit / Best beaches with free access in Albania (102 beaches)
Located within settlements / Best natural beaches in Albania (34 beaches)

They are also usually:

Easily accessible / Best beaches with easy access in Albania (102 beaches)
With amenities available to visitors of beach resort / Best beaches with basic amenities in Albania (98 beaches)
Crowded in season / Best beaches without crowds in Albania (11 beaches)
With high cleanliness / Best beaches with perfect cleanliness in Albania (84 beaches)

The best beaches in Albania:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Albania?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

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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How to view all beaches in Albania on map?

To view and filter by characteristics all beaches of Albania, use the link below:

All beaches of Albania on map (115 beaches)

What are all easy accessible beaches in Albania?

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:

How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Albania?

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

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

Other popular categories

All beaches in Albania with natural shade (6 beaches)

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Albania?

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.

Popular categories:

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Which beaches in Albania are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Albania according to the recommended audience:

How to view all beaches by amenities details in Albania?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Albania?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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About Albania

General information

Popular destinations

Vlorë

Vlore

Durrës

Tirana

Lezhë

Fier

Shkodër

Llaman Beach

Borsh beach

Jala beach

Me Shpella Beach

Lori beach

Gjiri i Shen beach

Popular types of Albania beaches

Most beautiful beaches of Albania

Lukova beach

Isole Gemelle beach

Pulebardha beach

Gjipe Beach

Palasa II beach

Karaburun beach III

Quitest and lonely beaches in Albania

Krorez Beach

Pepperon beach

Koshtoves beach

Bunec Beach

Dhermi Beach

Kakoma Beach

Sandy beaches in Albania

Narta beach

Bora Bora beach

Ibiza beach

Cristal Rinia beach

Golem Beach

Shen Pjetri Beach

Beaches for families with children in Albania

The General’s Beach

Thrown Sand

Plazhi Ada

Karpen beach

Spille beach

Shengjin Beach

Best beaches for snorkelling in Albania

Shpella e Pellumbave

Grama Bay

Pasqyra Beach

Karaburun beach

Manastir Beach

Prinos beach

Beaches with shade in Albania

Isole Ksamil beach

Zhanpovel Bay

Ksamil Beach

Karaburun beach II

Stroggili beach

Attraction and Infrastructure

Latest reviews on Albania's beaches

Most viewed beaches of Albania

Lori beach

Plazhi i Vjeter

Llaman Beach

Radhima Beach

Plazhi i Ri

Plazhi Paradise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Albania?

How to view only nearest to me beaches in Albania?

How to view all beaches in Albania on map?

What are all easy accessible beaches in Albania?

How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Albania?

How to find uncrowded beaches in Albania?

Which beaches in Albania are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

How to view all beaches by amenities details in Albania?

How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Albania?