The Grandfather's Room
Old Himare, Himare, 9425, Albania
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Old Himare, Himare, 9425, Albania
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Parking
- Garden
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- Children's playground
- BBQ facilities
- Fishing
- Packed lunches
- Cycling
- Diving
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared kitchen
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Beachfront
- 24-hour security
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Off-Site parking
- Picnic Area
- Sun Deck
- Daily Housekeeping
- Happy Hour
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Fruits
- Key access
- Grocery delivery
- balcony/terrace
- Ironing amenities
- Laundry services
- Restaurant (special diets available)
- Tour services
- Room service available
- Kid-friendly dining
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- Corfu Airport - 37.12 mi
Museums
- Kapodistrias Museum - 35.10 mi
- D.Solomos Museum - 35.64 mi
- Serbian Museum - 35.91 mi
- Museum of Asian Art - 35.96 mi
- Byzantine Museum - 35.98 mi
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Marie (Family with young children)
stayed in August, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Property is up near the castle, so a car is necessary to got to the beach. Lovely hosts, and a nice outside area to relax in. Great communication with their grandson. Wifi worked perfectly once we got the password.
Communication with the elderly hosts is difficult as they speak no English.
Grace (Group Traveler)
stayed in July, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I cannot speak highly enough of this property - it is the best accomodation experience I have ever had. The hosts are beyond beautiful, generous, kind and welcoming. They constantly ensured we were okay and spoiled us with amazing food and raki. I felt so sad leaving and wish I could have stayed later. I hope to return one day soon. You will not regret booking this for your stay in Himare. The host speaks Greek but we were able to used google translate and hold great conversation.
The property is the left turn after Bar 300 (there is a sign saying Sofias Room). After you make this left, it is your next right and the property is at the end of this road (about 200m).
Marketa (Couple)
stayed in July, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
beautiful old house, charming, well kept, very! friendly owner and his family, chickens, rabbits, nice view, recomend for family
moskytoes (there are moskytieras, but these tiny beasts still manage to get in somehow)
Talitha (Solo Traveler)
stayed in June, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
This is such a unique place to stay, it truly is like being at home with your grandparents. I was so well looked after the whole time. It is quite far uphill from the new town, I’d recommend taking a taxi if you don’t have a car. I opted to walk and when I arrived I was tired, hot and sweaty. Gianni and Xanthippe are so beautiful, they sat me down and fed me a huge lunch. All the ingredients come from the orchard on their property so everything is home made. Gianni was kind to take me to the local cafe for a drink before dinner. Even though they don’t speak English, you can communicate fine with sign language and google translate. They very kindly cooked me a huge dinner and breakfast too. Their home is so beautiful with the grape trellises hanging overhead, gorgeous hydrangeas growing everywhere, chickens, rabbits, cats. It has a STUNNING view over the valley, the castle and Livadhi Beach. It’s also a 2 minute walk to the castle. The room is very comfortable and they will make sure you feel right at home. Their nephew was also very kind to give me a lift to Himare when I left. I would HIGHLY recommend staying here, it is a cultural experience.
Nothing, all good!
Emily (Couple)
stayed in March, 2024
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The place is a must, if you visit Himarë and if you are open for an intercultural experience. Such loving and caring grandparents, that treat you like their own family. We got outstanding food and Raki made from their own garden and Greek coffee with a view over the castle, mountains, Mediterranean sea and their garden. Communication via Google translate worked just fine. The room was very clean and we had blinds to darken it and could lock the door for privacy.
The only thing is, that the water of the shower is boiling hot.
Broncucia (Family with young children)
stayed in August, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Xantieppe, Gianni and Michalis were amazing hosts!! Their house is perched in an amazing spot overlooking the sea and you are surrounded by grape vines, flowers and all the beautiful things they grow. My brother and I were treated like long lost grandchildren and, with the help of our Greek dictionary, we had some great breakfasts and interactions. Himare is are just a short taxi ride away too. Knowing this is an option, I would even consider staying in Himare.
Sarah (Family with young children)
stayed in August, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very welcoming hosts who offer coffee and fruits besides the amazing breakfast every morning. Room is cozy and clean, very good mattresses. The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Location is in the old town of Himare,close to the Himare castle.Shortly opposite the petrol station is a little road going down,follow the little sign (see picture). We can only recommend this special place
Anita (Couple)
stayed in July, 2023
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Juliane (Couple)
stayed in June, 2023
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very friendly people, communication was mainly sign language as they do not speak english- but that was not a problem at all. The Food was self made, fresh from the Garden and really good (and a lot). The garden and the view is so relaxing and beautiful.
You should know that the room is simple and it is Not directly in Himare downtown But uphill. But for us that made it perfect. We would definitely come again.
Dominika (Family with young children)
stayed in May, 2022
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything about the accommodation is exceptional. The incredibly beautiful view, surrounding, and garden speak for themselves. But really, what made our stay unforgettable was the hospitality of the family. The three year old girl living at the house was always around to play with our baby daughter, the family father invited us for drinks and offered to take us along when going to Himare centre, and the grandmother made sure we always had coffee, hot water for the baby, and dinner produced freshly from ingredients right from the garden. If you are looking for an intense cultural experience, you will love the place.
Greg (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2021
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
A unique travel experience with a wonderful couple. Staying with Albanian/Greek grandparents who are constantly bringing you food should be on every travellers bucket list (and adorning travel books).
Wojciech (Couple)
stayed in June, 2021
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Authentic homestay in a traditional country house, where a charming old lady who only speaks Greek (and some Albanian) is a host. Breakfast is usually from homemade ingredients, such as cheese and vegetables. Brilliant homestay, very relaxing.
Everything was ideal, however it’s important to remember it’s a homestay, not a 5-star resort.
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Area information
- Corfu Airport - 37.12 mi
- Kapodistrias Museum - 35.10 mi
- D.Solomos Museum - 35.64 mi
- Serbian Museum - 35.91 mi
- Museum of Asian Art - 35.96 mi
- Byzantine Museum - 35.98 mi
- Bus Station - 35.60 mi
- General Hospital of Corfu - 35.80 mi
- General Clinic of Corfu - 35.81 mi
- Erikousa Island - 18.05 mi
- Canal D'Amour Beach - 22.81 mi
- Sidari Beach - 22.96 mi
- Acharavi Beach - 23.24 mi
- Kalamionas Beach - 24.63 mi
- Aghios Stefanos Beach - 25.69 mi
- Othonoi Island - 25.96 mi
- Mathraki Island - 27.08 mi
- Agios Georgios Beach - 28.15 mi
- Arillas Beach - 28.41 mi
- Barmpati Beach - 28.69 mi
- Pyrgi Beach - 29.10 mi
- Ipsos Beach - 29.70 mi
- Dassia Beach - 30.71 mi
- Palaiokastritsa Beach - 31.08 mi
- Ermones Beach - 35.36 mi
- Butrint National Park - 29.40 mi
- Old Fort Paleo Frourio - 35.71 mi
- Church of Saint Spiridon - 35.74 mi
- Saint Michael & Saint George Palace - 35.76 mi
- Ionio University - 35.80 mi
- Skele e Liamanes - 3.89 mi
- Gjirokaster - 22.29 mi
- Esperii Port - 22.71 mi
- Skele e Vlores - 26.23 mi
- Kuzum Baba - 27.04 mi
- Mathraki - 27.11 mi
- Independence Square - 27.29 mi
- Aggelokastro - 30.50 mi
- Theotokos Monastery - 31.00 mi
- Paleokastritsa - 31.05 mi
- Corfu Harbour - 35.30 mi
- Aqualand - 35.39 mi
- Port of Corfu - 35.44 mi
- New Fortress - 35.58 mi
- Venetian Well - 35.65 mi
- Public Garden - 35.68 mi
- Corfu Reading Society - 35.68 mi
- Kolla Square - 35.82 mi
- Sidari Resort Area - 35.85 mi
- Theotoki G. Square - 35.89 mi
- Enoseos Square - 35.96 mi
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The Grandfather's Room
Old Himare, Himare, 9425, Albania