Orikum beach

Let me share with you our experience at this so-called 3-star hotel. We arrived late in the evening and paid in advance with a card, as the owner requested. Without seeing the room beforehand, we didn't think to ask. After dropping off our bags, we went downstairs to grab a bite to eat. The meal was not impressive, but we decided to give it another try the next day. Upon returning to our room, we were disappointed to find a terrible shower cabin covered in black mold. As we finished showering, a foul smell started to fill the bathroom. Upon closer inspection, we discovered a dirty mop behind the door, along with a filthy toilet paper holder and a soiled carpet in front of the sink. My husband, unable to sleep, went downstairs and found leftover soups and food from the day packed in small plastic buckets in a beer fridge. It seemed they were planning to serve them the next day. Frustrated, we left the hotel at 2 o'clock in the morning to find alternative accommodation in the neighboring city. When we returned in the morning to check out and showed the owner the photos, he denied any wrongdoing and claimed everything was perfect. I was taken aback by his reaction. We informed him that we would pay for the night we had stayed but requested a refund for the remainder of our payment. He responded by saying that if we had paid in cash, he would have gladly refunded us. 😂 We reported the hotel to the Booking client service and are currently awaiting a resolution. Needless to say, we will never stay at this hotel again. I can't fathom why anyone would give it even a 3-star rating, perhaps only for the stunning landscapes.

This hotel and its surroundings are absolutely stunning. The private beach was an added bonus and made our stay even more enjoyable. It's a family-run hotel and they were extremely accommodating. The food was excellent, top-notch. The owner even took us on a boat tour to explore the caves and hidden gems in the area. The hotel is nestled between mountains on one side and the beach on the other, offering breathtaking views. In terms of affordability, it's highly recommended. I can't speak highly enough of Hotel Alba Gert.

The seafood at this beach is absolutely incredible, and the prices are reasonable. For our lunch with four people, we paid 6300 lek and received five main courses, wine, drinks, water, 3 appetizers, and dessert. I highly recommend trying the mussels, the karaburun sea bass, and the bruschetta! Additionally, the beach itself has a charming atmosphere and the water is crystal clear.

The staff at the beach are extremely friendly. The restaurant offers reasonably priced food that is of good quality. Shpendi, the owner, is quite an interesting person and even asked me to join him on his fishing boat at 6am. The part of the beach that he manages is cleaner compared to the public bathing areas. The room had an absolutely stunning view. The only downside was the small bathroom with a shower curtain, but it was still clean.

We had a fantastic experience at this hotel. We were able to witness some of the most breathtaking sunsets ever right from our room balcony. The restaurant provides an extensive selection of dishes, particularly fish and seafood. Everything was absolutely outstanding! The hotel's location is incredibly convenient, just a stone's throw away from the beach. The staff members were genuinely helpful and welcoming.