Just along from the upmarket Hotel Butrinti on the main tourist stretch, this family-run hotel offers massive rooms with balconies looking over the sea and town at a fraction of the price of its flashy neighbour. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This pleasant three-storey hotel sits among the palm trees on Saranda's beautiful waterfront promenade. The rooms at the front all have balconies, making the most of the spectacular views. There's quite a homely feeling to this family-owned modern residence. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This resort-style hotel on the opposite side of the bay from the port is the swankiest place on the entire coast, even if it doesn't quite live up to its five-star delusions. The restaurant serves very acceptable Italian cuisine, with the tables on the terrace making the most of … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The crystalline waters of the Ionian beckon at the bottom of the stairs from this modern block, hovering towards the end of the main stretch of beachside hotels on the southern tip of Saranda's horseshoe. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Right on beach with rooms that all look onto the sea, the Hotel Dhërmi offers basic accommodation in a magical setting. Room prices are lower outside of July and August and drop further during the winter months. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A lovely, mid-sized hotel on the seafront with great beds, power showers, TVs, air-conditioning and sea views. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, with plenty of natural light. It's right in the centre of town and the owners are very affable. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Not only one of the cheapest, but also the best place to stay at Dhërmi beach, this little hotel consists of an assortment of rooms above a popular seafood restaurant. The water's only metres away and the views are sublime. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Situated near the road tunnel, this hotel has great views across the Bay of Vlora to Sazan Island. The tiled rooms are airy and tidy, and the cheaper suites have balconies while the larger ones have a lounge room as well. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This new three-storey block is only 50m from the wide city beach that cuts a broad sweep left from the port. The rooms are clean and air-conditioned, although the bathrooms are a little basic. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Slap-bang in the centre of Saranda's horseshoe bay, Porto Eda is barely metres from the water and immersed in the town's buzzy cafe strip. The rooms are clean, comfortable and modern, if a little on the small side. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Looking more like a cheap '90s apartment block than a hotel, the three-storeyed Primavera has 18 air-conditioned rooms with balconies on offer, just across from the town's main beach. There's a restaurant downstairs where breakfast is served and a lovely little garden area. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This seven-storey blue-and-yellow place right on the waterfront is about as close as Saranda gets to a hostel, offering simple accommodation at cheap rates but with private rooms and bathrooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

With a trendy mushroom colour scheme, this brand new, four-storey block is the nicest of the budget places this part of the coast. The already reasonable prices drop even further during the winter months. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Nesting atop a craggy outcrop, this super-friendly seaside hotel has the water at its feet and views across the bay. The spacious rooms are bright and airy with balconies and air-conditioning. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

It's not the best hotel in the world, but you can forgive a lot when it's the only place in the block with electricity during Vlora's frequent winter power cuts. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The surrounding palm trees and cabana-like outdoor seating area do lend a somewhat tropical feel to this three-storey brick hotel and restaurant. The location is excellent, right on the edge of the waterfront promenade. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

By the port at the end of rr Sadik Zotaj, this is the biggest hotel in town. The rooms are comfortable without being flash and come with views over the sea or port. There's a good restaurant downstairs. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This little place wouldn't rate a mention if it wasn't the best of a very bad bunch on offer in Himara. Jutting out over a gorgeous beach, it's as close to the water as you can get while remaining dry. The owners are incredibly friendly and superb cooks. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

There's a touch of Miami about the exterior of this new sky-blue and cream block, across the road from the sea. The air-conditioned rooms are all a healthy size and have comfortable double beds and individual balconies. Full Lonely Planet Review ›