"An absolute hidden gem in Shkodër. Ignace was a top tier host, and the place was spectacular. It had a homely feel to it, with plenty of space to relax in the evenings. The location was also superb - ..."
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Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this hostel
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities at Hostel Calao
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
Bar
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Key access
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
Map of Europe
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Ratings and reviews
9.4 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)
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9 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
I got upgraded and ended up having my own room and a bathroom only shared with two other people so I can’t really give a review on the dormitory but the room and the facilities I used where good.
The location is a little bit outside of town but that is actually the charm of the hostel in my opinion, because one can enjoy a nice and calm view of the surroundings from the balcony. Everything is still very reachable by foot but if one prefers to be faster there is the possibility of renting a bike at the hostel.
9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
J’ai beaucoup aimé :
- l’accueil du propriétaire, Ignace, un Belge très francophone, hospitalier et attentionné
- la décoration (mélange réussi de sculptures et d’objets africains et d’antiquités belges et françaises) très originale de la maison et son ambiance chaleureuse
- la façade de l’hôtel, l’un des plus beaux immeubles modernes que j’ai vus à Shkoder
- le petit-déjeuner (et notamment le café, le pain et les œufs) sur le balcon avec vue sur les montagnes et les vignes
- la terrasse arborée et aménagée de mobiliers de jardin confortable qui offrent un cadre de travail agréable
- les pensionnaires très sympathiques (sans compter le chat Michelle)
- l’emplacement dans une petite rue calme, à quelques minutes de vélo (sur terrain plat) de l’ « hypercentre » de Shkodar et proche de la gare qui, à moyen terme , devrait être réouverte et desservie par la ligne Tirana-Shkoder
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
An absolute hidden gem in Shkodër. Ignace was a top tier host, and the place was spectacular. It had a homely feel to it, with plenty of space to relax in the evenings. The location was also superb - it was located just 5 minutes away from the city centre by bike, which were provided free of charge! Ignace also cooked breakfast in the morning. There is also a friendly cat called Michelle :)
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10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Niedawno mieliśmy przyjemność zatrzymać się w tym miejscu i muszę przyznać, że nas zachwyciło! Położone blisko centrum, ale z dala od zgiełku, idealne na relaks.Do centrum 10 min spacerkiem (główna ulica) natomiast znany deptak tuż za nią.. jakieś 20 min.Parking,co przy hotelach w centrum raczej niemożliwe,przy hostelu w cenie.
Pyszne sycące sniadanie (parowki,jajka,sok, dwa rodzaje szynki,dwa rodzaje sera,warzywa) do tego kawa..Właściciel jest niezwykle przyjazny i pomocny. Dal mnostwo wskazówek co do mozliwosci wypoczynku,okolicy oraz praktycznych informacji (gdzie kupic karte z internetem,gdzie oplaca sie wymienic walute)..interesujący wystrój z motywami afrykańskimi nadaje wyjątkowy charakter. To świetna opcja zarówno dla par, jak i rodzin z dziećmi – nasze dzieciaki (6 i 9) miały dużo frajdy.
Dodatkowych w hostelu wspólny taras na każdym piętrze,wspólny duży pokój i na parterze leżaki, stoliki z parasolami,grill...
W pokoju tv z możliwością korzystania ze swojego Netflix,WiFi.. pokoje około 25m2.
Szkodra to idealna baza wypadowa. Obecnie jesteśmy w Durres i żałujemy, że skróciliśmy pobyt w Szkodrze. Właściciel polecił nam świetne miejsca, takie jak urokliwa rzeka Kira, wyhazd do Teth. Warto zapytać o wycieczkę nad Jezioro Koman .
Mieliśmy dwa pokoje.Jeden bez klimatyzacji.Przy temperaturze w nocy około 30 stopni i więcej,nie dało się spać.. więc klimatyzacja!
Spaliśmy wszyscy w jednym pokoju.
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Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(25 Ratings)
"An absolute hidden gem in Shkodër. Ignace was a top tier host, and the place was spectacular. It had a homely feel to it, with plenty of space to relax in the evenings. The location was also superb - ..."
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