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Bujtina e Gjelit

Guesthouse·Tirana·€€

A family guesthouse

About Bujtina e Gjelit

Bujtina e Gjelit is a small, family-style guesthouse at Rruga Don Bosko 15, in the north-west of the city, a homely alternative to the big hotels. Rooms are simple and welcoming, and the hosts are happy to share local tips. It is a good choice for travellers who like a personal welcome and an Albanian family atmosphere. The centre is a short taxi or bus ride away, and the route to the airport and the coast is convenient.

Why it's on our list

  • Family-run
  • Homely rooms
  • Good value

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Bujtina e Gjelit before you go.

How far is it from the sights?

Distances from Bujtina e Gjelit are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.

Nearest taxi ranks

  1. Taxi rank, Rruga Marubi600 m7 min walk
  2. Taxi rank, Rruga Mine Peza800 m10 min walk

Key sights

  1. National Historical Museum1.8 kmWalk 22 minCycle 7 minCar or taxi 8 min
  2. House of Leaves2.0 kmWalk 25 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
  3. Clock Tower of Tirana2.0 kmWalk 25 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
  4. Skanderbeg Square2.0 kmWalk 25 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
  5. Et’hem Bey Mosque2.0 kmWalk 26 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
  6. Bunk’Art 22.1 kmWalk 27 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 9 min
  7. New Bazaar (Pazari i Ri)2.2 kmWalk 28 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 10 min
  8. Tirana Castle2.3 kmWalk 29 minCycle 9 minCar or taxi 10 min
  9. Grand Park & Artificial Lake2.5 kmWalk 32 minCycle 10 minCar or taxi 11 min
  10. The Pyramid of Tirana2.6 kmWalk 32 minCycle 10 minCar or taxi 11 min

Getting around

  1. Tirana International Airport (TIA)11 kmCycle 43 minCar or taxi 35 min

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