Enjoyed the Hotel Chateau Linza in June 04 which is in a good position just outside of, and has a great view of, the city. However, its advertised shuttle bus service to & from the city centre, was not operating & may have been discontinued. Taxis take about 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic. The fare is around $8-$10. If going into town from the hotel, they can be ordered by reception at short notice.

"Off the street" room rates are considerably higher than the discounted internet rates.

Restuarant food is good quality & excellent value.
There are some good local bars & restaurants within walking distance of the hotel.

Although we didn't sample it, the outdoor pool looked inviting & is well positioned.

If you want to escape the of city & have time to spare, it's a nice, relaxing place to stay, although Tirana has plenty of bars & resaurants in quiet areas as well as in the city centre.

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