Hotels near Forumi Bizantin, Durres

This hotel was fabulous, from check -in when they let us check in early through to check-out when they made us a breakfast takeaway for our early flight. I cannot rate this high enough. All staff were amazing and helpful, a special shout out to the waiting staff and housekeeping. The rooms were immaculate, spotlessly clean, and a good size with everything needed for our stay. The breakfast was absolutely gorgeous with a huge amount of choice (a la carte) and whilst we do agree with some of the other comments regarding slow service this was the case in all of the restaurants we visited and so is more a general thing rather than being specific to this hotel (maybe we live life too fast in the UK!!!!). We ate in the restaurant in the evening a couple of times and the food was absolutely delicious, we also just had drinks and it was a pefect ambience to relax with great vibe. All in all, this was a wonderful introduction to Albania and we would definitely return to this hotel in a heartbeat.

Large and comfortable room with big balcony overlooking the beach. No problem at all getting sun loungers, towels provided by the hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. Good location for seafront restaurants.

The hotel is great, new and well-kept, everywhere is very clean and beautiful. The rooms are equipped with good air conditioning and a fridge, and there are great curtains thanks to which you can sleep well even during the day because the sun does not dazzle :) in the evenings and during the day there is a beautiful view from the balcony. The restaurant is also great, the smoothie was delicious but the best was the new dish with veal ribs and mushroom risotto, it was the best thing I ate in Durres!!! The service in this hotel is at the highest level, they speak excellent English, everyone is very nice and incredibly cultured, they are constantly smiling and take care of every guest, I have never met such nice and friendly people in my country. I recommend it with all my heart!!!!❤️

We holidayed in Cyprus late September, early October. Whilst we didn’t actually stay at the hotel (we wish we had!) we did have lovely evening and a first class dinner in the restaurant. Having reserved a table in advance, on arrival, we parked in the underground car park . Reception directed us to ‘The Deck’ at the rear of the hotel where we were greeted warmly by the Maitre de and several of the staff before being shown to our table. Although dark (we were not able to appreciate the sea view) the intimate atmosphere and our attentive server, Vasilis, more than compensated. Live music provided by an accomplished trio also added to the occasion. As for the all important food; once ordered, service was excellent food presented to our table by the chef! It was superb - we could not fault it in any way. A full 5 stars.

The hotel staff were very warm and friendly from the first moment I arrived at the hotel. They gave me a free upgrade and made sure to show me to my room. The hotel itself is lovely, and the comfort level is just amazing. The breakfast was so good, it even has an omelet station. I highly recommend this hotel what you are looking for a relaxing stay by the Albanian seashore.

My stay at the Movenpick Durres Hotel had its highs and lows: Staff Recommendation: Leda stood out as an exemplary staff member. Her kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism made a significant positive impact on my stay. She handled every request with a smile and efficiency, embodying the hospitality one expects from a five-star establishment. Check-in / Reception: The check-in process was smooth and efficient, with the reception staff were lovely and extending a warm welcome. Sofa Bed: I had a late flight, and upon arrival, the room was missing pillows and linen for the sofa bed. Although this was swiftly rectified, it should have been set up prior to my arrival. Breakfast: The breakfast lacked variety. For a family staying two weeks, the same food day after day becomes quite boring. A five-star hotel should offer more diverse options. Towels: The quality and availability of towels were disappointing. The towels were more like thin throws, unsuitable for drying off or using at the beach or pool. Also being told towards the end of our stay that there is a limit on the number of towels we can take based on occupancy is unacceptable. In a five star hotel, guests should have ample access to fresh towels without restriction. One towel per person is insufficient for a full day at the beach or pool, especially with children. Beach Beds: The beach beds were comfortable but very dirty, with stains on many of them. This is not up to the standards of a five-star hotel. In other high-end hotels, beach beds are cleaned and washed down every evening, and the beach is maintained without debris. One of the most frustrating aspects was that every morning the onsite team would ”save & chain” multiple front-view sea beds for ”VIPs of the hotel,” which is unacceptable. Most of these chairs remain unused for the whole day. Unless you are present at the beach, you should not be able to hold a spot for others just in case they arrive. Many guests are families who want to be able to see their children playing in front of the beach. Who classifies hotel staff as a higher priority than other paying guests? Dinner Menu: The dinner menu has not changed since last year. We stayed here last year for a few days, and the menu is exactly the same, with no changes. When staying for weeks, the repetitive food is not ideal. Hotel Room Towels and Water: We were three people in one room, and for the beginning of the stay yet we were only given two towels, and replenished water was only provided for two. If we are paying for a suite for three, then provisions should be made accordingly. Ping Pong Table: The ping pong table was a nice touch. However, there was only one ball, and it went missing. A five-star hotel should have replacements on hand and not rely on one ball for all guests. While Movenpick Durres has great aspects, including friendly and professional staff like Leda and a hassle-free check-in process, it falls short in many other areas. The property has th