Elbasan Backpacker Hostel

Welcome to Elbasan Backpackers Hostel, a family-run hostel where you can experience real Albanian hospitality, local life, and a peaceful atmosphere just a short walk from Elbasan city centre. Our hostel is located in front of our family home, in a traditional Albanian garden filled with fruit trees, chickens, goats, and views of the surrounding green hills. It is a quiet and welcoming place, ideal for backpackers, families, nature lovers, cyclists, and travellers who want something more personal than a standard hostel. Here, you are not just booking a bed — you are staying with a local family and discovering everyday life in Albania. We offer: An 8-bed dormitory A 4-bed dormitory Camping space in the garden Shared bathroom with shower Free Wi-Fi Computer/work area Bar and common area with tea, coffee, water heater, toaster, and juicer Relaxing veranda with garden and hill views Space for yoga, reading, relaxing, or outdoor activities Breakfast is included and prepared with simple, fresh, local products. Depending on the season, you may enjoy fruit from our garden, eggs from our chickens, milk from our goats, and products from nearby farmers. Our hostel is also a great base to discover Elbasan, one of Albania’s most authentic cities. You can explore the old castle walls, Ottoman streets, local markets, traditional restaurants, and the surrounding countryside. As we are also local travel organisers, we are always happy to share tips, routes, and ideas for your stay in Elbasan and beyond. Elbasan Backpackers Hostel is eco-friendly, family-oriented, pet friendly, and children friendly. It is a peaceful place to relax, meet other travellers, and experience genuine Albanian family life. We look forward to welcoming you to our home and sharing a little piece of Albania with you. Elbasan Backpackers Hostel Policies & Conditions Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival. In case of late cancellation or no-show, the first night will be charged. Check-in: from 15:00 to 20:00 Check-out: before 10:00 Reception hours: 12:00 to 20:00 Payment: cash on arrival Taxes: included Breakfast: included Pet friendly Children friendly