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Villa Castriota

Pazari Vjeter 14
Rated 9.7 in 346 reviews

Villa Castriota is a charming hotel situated in the historic town of Krujë, Albania. Nestled amidst the rugged landscapes of the region, the hotel offers a peaceful retreat with a touch of traditional Albanian hospitality. The architecture of Villa Castriota reflects the cultural heritage of Krujë, showcasing elegant designs with a blend of modern comforts and authentic elements.

The hotel's interiors feature tasteful decor, focusing on providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests. Each room is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort, with attention to detail seen in the choice of materials and furnishings. Guests at Villa Castriota can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the ancient castle that stands as a landmark in Krujë.

Villa Castriota takes pride in its personalized service, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a more intimate and relaxed experience. The staff is attentive and always ready to assist with any needs or inquiries, ensuring that every visitor feels at home. The hotel also offers a cozy dining area where guests can indulge in a variety of local and international cuisines, prepared with fresh ingredients.

Located just a short distance from the historical attractions of Krujë, Villa Castriota is an excellent base for exploring the town's rich history, including the Skanderbeg Museum and the Old Bazaar. Whether you are visiting for leisure or exploring the cultural highlights, Villa Castriota provides a serene and comfortable backdrop for a memorable stay in this unique Albanian setting.

Climate and Weather

January
 10°
 2°
 14°
 4
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
 11°
 2°
 13°
 5
Sun hours / day
 17
Rain free days
March
 14°
 4°
 14°
 6
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
April
 18°
 7°
 15°
 7
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
May
 23°
 11°
 17°
 9
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
June
 28°
 15°
 21°
 11
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
July
 31°
 18°
 23°
 12
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
August
 31°
 18°
 24°
 11
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
September
 27°
 15°
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Sun hours / day
 23
Rain free days
October
 22°
 11°
 20°
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Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
November
 16°
 6°
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 17
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December
 12°
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Sun hours / day
 18
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Bazaar Mosque
Bazaar Mosque
Mosque in Krujë, Albania
80m / 80yd
Krujë Castle
Krujë Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
230m / 250yd
Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu National Museum
Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu National Museum
Museum in Krujë
240m / 260yd
Dollma Tekke
Dollma Tekke
Tekke of the Bektashi in Krujë, Albania
400m / 440yd
National Ethnographic Museum
National Ethnographic Museum
Museum in Albania
320m / 350yd
Türbe of Haxhi Hamza Baba
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
100m / 110yd
Skanderbeg Statue
160m / 180yd
Xhamia e Pazarit Kruje
Xhamia e Pazarit Kruje
Mosque in Krujë, Durrës County, Albania
270m / 290yd
Old Bazaar
Old Bazaar
Cultural monument in Albania
50m / 50yd
Zgërdhesh
Zgërdhesh
Archaeological site in Albania
3.9km / 2.4mi
Bovilla Lake
Bovilla Lake
Lake in Tirana County, Albania
8.4km / 5.2mi
Dauli Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
11.6km / 7.2mi
Prezë Castle
Prezë Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
13.3km / 8.3mi
Antonov An-2
Antonov An-2
1947 utility aircraft family by Antonov
12km / 7.5mi
Church of Gjuricë
Church of Gjuricë
Cultural Monument in Albania
14.8km / 9.2mi
Ishëm Castle
Ishëm Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
16.8km / 10.4mi
Tujan Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
16.6km / 10.3mi
Sheh Dyrri Teqe
Sheh Dyrri Teqe
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
19.8km / 12.3mi
Baitul Awwal Mosque
Baitul Awwal Mosque
Mosque in Tirana City, Tirana County, Albania
18.5km / 11.5mi
Bunk’Art
Bunk’Art
Museum in Albania
18.3km / 11.4mi
House of painter Sali Shijaku
19.4km / 12.1mi
Armed Forces Museum
19km / 11.8mi
Tirana Mosaic
Tirana Mosaic
Historic site in Tirana
19.9km / 12.4mi
National Historical Museum
National Historical Museum
National historical museum in Tirana, Albania
20.1km / 12.5mi
Kokonozi Mosque
Kokonozi Mosque
Mosque in Tirana City, Tirana County, Taiwan
20.1km / 12.5mi
Pyramid of Tirana
Pyramid of Tirana
Building in Tirana
20.8km / 12.9mi
Great Mosque of Tirana
Great Mosque of Tirana
Mosque in Tirana, Tirana County, Albania
20.5km / 12.8mi
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Mosque in Albania
20.3km / 12.6mi
Grand Park of Tirana
Grand Park of Tirana
Park in Tirana, Albania
21.5km / 13.4mi
Orthodox Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ
Orthodox Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ
Church in Tirana
20.4km / 12.7mi
Saint Paul's Cathedral
Saint Paul's Cathedral
Archcathedral in Albania
20.6km / 12.8mi
Tanners' Mosque
Tanners' Mosque
Mosque in Albania
20.5km / 12.7mi
Justinian Fortress
Justinian Fortress
Cultural Monument in Albania
20.5km / 12.7mi
Tirana Archeological Museum
Tirana Archeological Museum
National museum
21.4km / 13.3mi
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
20.3km / 12.6mi
Zemra e Krishtit Catholic Church of Tirana
Zemra e Krishtit Catholic Church of Tirana
Cultural Monument in Albania
20.3km / 12.6mi
Tyrbe of Kapllan Pasha
Tyrbe of Kapllan Pasha
Cultural Monument in Albania
20.3km / 12.6mi
Botanical Garden of Tirana
Botanical Garden of Tirana
Botanical gardens located in southern Tirana, Albania
22km / 13.7mi
The World Headquarters of the Bektashi Order
The World Headquarters of the Bektashi Order
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
20.2km / 12.6mi
Skanderbeg Monument
Skanderbeg Monument
Bronze sculpture
20.3km / 12.6mi
Rinia Park
Rinia Park
Architectural structure
20.5km / 12.8mi
Natural Sciences Museum Sabiha Kasimati
Natural Sciences Museum Sabiha Kasimati
Museum in Albania
20.7km / 12.9mi
Tanners' Bridge
Tanners' Bridge
Cultural Monument in Albania
20.5km / 12.8mi
Mother Teresa Square
Mother Teresa Square
Square in Tirana, Albania
21.4km / 13.3mi
Dajti Castle
Dajti Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
20.5km / 12.7mi

What to do in Krujë and near Villa Castriota

Bazaar Mosque
Bazaar Mosque
Mosque in Krujë, Albania
80m / 80yd
Krujë Castle
Krujë Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
230m / 250yd
Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu National Museum
Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu National Museum
Museum in Krujë
240m / 260yd
Dollma Tekke
Dollma Tekke
Tekke of the Bektashi in Krujë, Albania
400m / 440yd
National Ethnographic Museum
National Ethnographic Museum
Museum in Albania
320m / 350yd
Türbe of Haxhi Hamza Baba
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
100m / 110yd
Skanderbeg Statue
160m / 180yd
Xhamia e Pazarit Kruje
Xhamia e Pazarit Kruje
Mosque in Krujë, Durrës County, Albania
270m / 290yd
Old Bazaar
Old Bazaar
Cultural monument in Albania
50m / 50yd
Zgërdhesh
Zgërdhesh
Archaeological site in Albania
3.9km / 2.4mi
Bovilla Lake
Bovilla Lake
Lake in Tirana County, Albania
8.4km / 5.2mi
Dauli Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
11.6km / 7.2mi
Prezë Castle
Prezë Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
13.3km / 8.3mi
Antonov An-2
Antonov An-2
1947 utility aircraft family by Antonov
12km / 7.5mi
Church of Gjuricë
Church of Gjuricë
Cultural Monument in Albania
14.8km / 9.2mi
Ishëm Castle
Ishëm Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
16.8km / 10.4mi
Tujan Castle
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
16.6km / 10.3mi
Sheh Dyrri Teqe
Sheh Dyrri Teqe
Cultural heritage monument of Albania
19.8km / 12.3mi
Baitul Awwal Mosque
Baitul Awwal Mosque
Mosque in Tirana City, Tirana County, Albania
18.5km / 11.5mi
Bunk’Art
Bunk’Art
Museum in Albania
18.3km / 11.4mi
House of painter Sali Shijaku
19.4km / 12.1mi
Armed Forces Museum
19km / 11.8mi
Tirana Mosaic
Tirana Mosaic
Historic site in Tirana
19.9km / 12.4mi
National Historical Museum
National Historical Museum
National historical museum in Tirana, Albania
20.1km / 12.5mi
Kokonozi Mosque
Kokonozi Mosque
Mosque in Tirana City, Tirana County, Taiwan
20.1km / 12.5mi
Pyramid of Tirana
Pyramid of Tirana
Building in Tirana
20.8km / 12.9mi
Great Mosque of Tirana
Great Mosque of Tirana
Mosque in Tirana, Tirana County, Albania
20.5km / 12.8mi
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Mosque in Albania
20.3km / 12.6mi
Grand Park of Tirana
Grand Park of Tirana
Park in Tirana, Albania
21.5km / 13.4mi
Orthodox Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ
Orthodox Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ
Church in Tirana
20.4km / 12.7mi

About Krujë

Krujë, a historic town in Albania, offers a rich cultural experience and a glimpse into the country's past. One of the main attractions is the Krujë Castle, which provides insight into Albania’s history and the life of national hero Skanderbeg. Within the castle, visitors can explore the Skanderbeg Museum, dedicated to this iconic figure, showcasing artifacts and information about his resistance against the Ottomans.

The Ethnographic Museum, located in the former home of the Albanian hero, is another significant site. It presents traditional Albanian life through various exhibits, including household items, clothing, and tools, reflecting the region's customs and traditions. Walking through the Old Bazaar, you can find a variety of local crafts, souvenirs, and traditional Albanian products, which adds to the cultural experience while also supporting local artisans.

The Krujë Castle's panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys are noteworthy for those who appreciate natural beauty. Additionally, exploring the historic streets of Krujë allows visitors to experience the town's unique architecture and atmosphere, which blend Ottoman and medieval influences.

For those interested in local cuisine, trying traditional Albanian dishes in one of the town's restaurants is a worthwhile experience. Krujë's vibrant local culture and historical significance make it a captivating destination for anyone exploring Albania.




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