Bujtina Ahmetaj
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9.6Outstanding
(106 Ratings)
"Absolutely incredible stay, our host was so friendly, the food was amazing and we ate surrounded by mountains - she even catered vegan for us. The room and bed was the best we’ve had during our entire..."
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Located in Valbonë, Bujtina Ahmetaj has free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a restaurant and a bar.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(106 Ratings)
"Absolutely incredible stay, our host was so friendly, the food was amazing and we ate surrounded by mountains - she even catered vegan for us. The room and bed was the best we’ve had during our entire..."
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Ratings and reviews
9.0 / 10.0
Owner is super lovely and helpful
Nice comfy bed
It's a long walk from the more central village but not really an issue.
Dinner was quite expensive.
Sink didn't work in room
9.0 / 10.0
Friendly owner
Dinner is expensive
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely incredible stay, our host was so friendly, the food was amazing and we ate surrounded by mountains - she even catered vegan for us. The room and bed was the best we’ve had during our entire Europe trip and at such at great price. Wifi was excellent. We actually ended up wanting to stay longer but it was booked out, so get in early!
Be aware that the property is 6km away from the start of the valbona to theth trek and the showers aren’t the best in terms of water flow!
9.0 / 10.0
The room was lovely! We stayed in the upstairs room and it was really clean and tidy. It was exactly what was advertised! The lovely host was so lovely and made us the most delicious dinner for so cheap. We practically rolled back to our room because we were so full! The included breakfast was also fantastic. We really really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely be back next time we are in valbone!!
The property is a long way from the theth to valbone hike, but this is our own fault as we didn’t check this before we booked. Don’t let that stop you from staying though! It’s such a lovely accomodation!!
10.0 / 10.0
This is the most beautiful place I have stayed. The views were unreal and it's tucked slightly back from the road. Such a quiet and serene spot within Valbone valley. Ahmetaj was so lovely and her food was delicious. The room was really nice and the comfiest bed we have had in Albania yet! It was a great quiet spot, away from the crowds that some of the accommodation in Valbone has. The owner helped us organise a taxi to the start of the trail and made us a delicious and very affordable packed lunch to take with us. Definitely stay here!
All great
9.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location, nice friendly owner, good food. We enjoyed our stay.
Bathroom needs some fixing.
10.0 / 10.0
Our stay at Butjina Ahmetaj was wonderful . The views from the property are breathtaking , and Drita was so lovely . We stayed in the upper floor of the property - it was very clean , had wifi, and had a super comfy bed . The room had a gorgeous view also. Drita cooked a wonderful dinner and breakfast for us , which we enjoyed outside .
We stayed here prior to doing the valbone to theth hike for one night and we walked to the trailhead from here . It is honestly beautiful - surrounded by fields , mountains and sounds of nature ! Couldn’t recommend more !
10.0 / 10.0
Drita was warm and welcoming! She made us feel right at home with her hospitality and comfortable guesthouse. Homecooked food enjoyed in the garden with mountain views from the shade of an olive tree. We could not have asked for more
10.0 / 10.0
• Extremely friendly host. Limited English but we communicated with hand signals and google translate
• Immaculately clean room - not a speck of dirt or dust anywhere
• Catered to us for dinner (both veggie) and breakfast
• Beautiful views
• Although booking.com says no WiFi, it does have WiFi albeit limited (enough to WhatsApp essentially)
• It’s quite far from the end of the Theth - Valbona hike. I think it would be about an hours walk down the tarmac road (at least) although we managed to hitch a ride which was great
• Nearest restaurant is about 25 min walk away
8.0 / 10.0
Really friendly and helpful host who went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable. Beautiful setting. Garden looks out on the mountains. Comfy bed and decent shower, very reasonable price for two sharing.
I didn’t feel very well with sunstroke and our host helped look after me, bringing me a plate of food inside and a yoghurt tonic. Thank you! Your kindness was appreciated.
Hikers note: this accomodation is far down the main road. Probably best to get a lift, hitch or taxi if you’re already knackered from a long day walking POB.
10.0 / 10.0
The view is amazing, the owner is lovely, it's extremely quiet (only 2 rooms). And it's a true local experience, the owner cooks everything from her garden, she makes her own cheese with the 2 goats that she owns, the breakfast was very good!
It's a peaceful break in the busy life (no wifi, very basic communication with the owner who doesn't speak english)
It's a bit far from the start of the hike to Theth, but we did it easily. Otherwise there are minibuses who take tourists walking on the road to bring them at the starting point.
The owner doesn't speak english, this was fine for us and we communicated with signs, and she is lovely.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful stay, the host was very accommodating and super friendly. We enjoyed a home-cooked dinner for a fair prize and we were provided with a great packed breakfast/lunch which sufficed for the whole Valbona-Theth hike.
10.0 / 10.0
Special place.
First to get to it. When you are dropped off at the road, go down the right hand drive, and either move the 3 logs that act as a drive gate, or go though the neighbouring property (Butjina).
Delightful host (no english is never a barrier) with great dinner and breakfast (pictured). Out of town, quiet, with amazing view. On each side are mountains, and to the front is another mountain range, so complete surround sound.
A special highlight is the glacier just above the accommodation, which is easily reachable. You can see it from the hostel. Follow the red/yellow marked trail (pictured) to just below the glacier. There is a stone river that runs down from it (pictured), or follow any ridge up (they are a gentil gradient).
You can't get lost as the forest is sparse and you can see down to the Butjina. Only an easy 45 minutes up from the Butjina.
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous accomodation and hospitality
Only marked facilities down as no wifi
10.0 / 10.0
great food, lovely host and great views and location.
9.0 / 10.0
Welcoming owner who was willing to help the guests and try to understand your needs despite not knowing English. The room was great value with double bed and extra bed, television, windows and a lot of space.
– Nothing to complain about :)
Maybe it would be a good idea to get an English menu or some written information on food available and check-in information, because now you struggle some to communicate basic things.
10.0 / 10.0
The view was exceptional. the beds were comfortable, the breakfast delicious. for extra money, we were able to enjoy a delicious dinner at this property. hostess very helpful
9.0 / 10.0
The location is not on the main road so it is quite, it has a nice view on the mountains, you can sit in the garden. The house is relatively new, everything is clean. The host is nice helpful and friendly.
No wifi
10.0 / 10.0
Our stay with Drita was even better than we expected!
The place is in such a beautiful place in Valbona: calm, amazing views in the middle of the nature.
Drita is a really kind lady who serves fresh dinner, mountain tea, a great breakfast. She is always there to help.
The room is super comfortable and clean, everything you need after a long hike in the Alps.
It was our most memorable stay in Albania :) We would come back!
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10.0 / 10.0
very cute! and outside Valbona which is nice because there is so much construction happening there that I would not have wanted to stay! if coming from the theth trail this is quite a far walk down the road-would suggest a bus.
8.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay in way to Valbona
Awesome breakfast
No wifi
8.0 / 10.0
The apartment, which is separate from the main house, is immaculate and the upstairs room especially has wonderful views down the valley. It's located about 1km from the main Valbona village so it's lovely and quiet. Dorita is an extremely friendly and hospitable host.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location with a picturesque mountain view, especially on a sunny day when you can have a breakfast outside. We also had a dinner made to order, all very tasty. Place was very clean and our host really nice. Highly recommended.
8.0 / 10.0
The place is in super remote location in Valbona with stunning views of the mountains. The host is extremely kind, though doesn't speak any English so expect some difficulties there.
We visited in the middle of October and it was super cold outside and inside the hut. There was a heater, but it took super long to warm the room etc.
10.0 / 10.0
The view and the friendly host
10.0 / 10.0
Yummy breakfast with traditional flavour!
Try the home made "pita" you will lick your fingers 🫓👌
Best host very friendly and smiley all the time. Exceptional
This is my third visit at this place! I cant get enough of the view just panoramic 🏔
Host is very friendly and always smiley.
In one word - There isn't a thing I dont like here
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing Scenery, great hospitality from the host and amazing food, would definitely recommend to anyone wanting stay there
That we only stayed one night
8.0 / 10.0
This is a very nice gueshouse in Valbone, in a very beautiful location surrounded by mountains. The room was quite spatious and clean, with a separate bathroom. The owner was very nice, even not speaking English she was able to help me with everything and prepared very delicious food for dinner and breakfast.
The guesthouse was a bit far from Valbone city center; it was a bit tiring to reach the place if you came walking from Theth that same day, which was what I did. Still, you can try to hitchhike or take a taxi instead.
10.0 / 10.0
Everything! For the price you pay and for the service and the location...the view was breathtaking!!! The owner Drita was very comunicative. Also the breakfast was good :)
The location from the main road
10.0 / 10.0
The host was super nice to us! She made breakfast for us everyday, and make travel donuts for the hike.
She did not speak english at all, but she can handle everything.
Tha panorama is 10/10 and the room is super comfy.
7.0 / 10.0
Very friendly host, very good homemade food.
Butina is located far away from Valbona center.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a great time in bujtina ahmetj. The host was very nice. She made us a really good dinner and took care of anything we needed.
The host doesn’t speak English so it’s a bit difficult to understand but we managed to understand each other😄 A bit far from the center of valbona.
10.0 / 10.0
Dritta is a very friendly person, we could let our bicycles in her place for three days to go hiking in the mountains. The room was perfect for us, like the breakfast. I recommend the place.
There's no sign on the main road, you need to follow the "sherifaj" sign. This is the green/yellow house.
10.0 / 10.0
Clean. Helpful lady
The hostess did not speak any english. The location was far away from the start of the track to Theth and hostess did not help us with arranging any transport
10.0 / 10.0
It's a cute little house with awesome views and super comfy rooms. Two double rooms in the small house, one loft, one downstairs, with a shared bathroom so you have plenty of space and it's definitely not crowded. No internet, as description says, so you can enjoy your stay in the nature uninterupted (there's phone signal still in case yoh need it). The breakfast was delicious and generous. Bathroom even has a shampoo. The lady doesn't speak much English but it is no problem to communicate what you needneed and she is really nice. It is about 4km to Theth-Valbona trailhead and 1km to a village restaurant. Water is drinkable in contrast to most of Albania so no need to bring a lot from Shkoder.
Everything as described :) Only missing some sign by the gate, there's only a sign for the neighbouring Bujtina Sherifaj, just look for the yellow house.
10.0 / 10.0
Host, view, cleanliness
Very nice host. Totally recommend
9.0 / 10.0
- the location is stunning, in the middle of the mountains with just a couple of houses in the valley
- the breakfast, lunch and dinner ( lunch and dinner payed extra ) were just amazing, I was barely able to eat it all and it was very delicious.
- the hostess was very friendly, and even though she did not speak my language, we kinda understood eachother all the time
- The floor in the bathroom was very cold but I guess that’s because it’s still end of may in the mountains, there were flipflops at my disposal as well which was very helpful in this situation
- the nearby hotel had a loud music on for almost the whole evening, even after 10PM, I know it’s not the fault of this property, but the even if all the windows were closed, you could hear the music.
10.0 / 10.0
A fantastic Albanian homestay experience, hosted by the most welcoming and hospitable family. The location is great if you’re looking for a bit of seclusion in the mountains with stunning views as you enjoy a home cooked breakfast or lunch/dinner (additional charge) in the garden. Property is about a one hour walk from the start of the Theth-Valbonna trail. A relative from the homestay next door is able to speak English so the language barrier was not too much of a problem either.
Food was typical Albanian fare.
The room was cosy, everything was immaculately clean and the bed was probably the most comfortable during my 3 week travels around the country.
Really enjoyed my stay here!
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice and comfortable room. Super clean shared bathroom. The view from the garden is amazing. Drita is very kind, she offered us tea and cake when we arrived. We added diner and a lunch paquet for about 15€ for 2.
There are a few walking path around. Rooms are a little outside Valbonë, about 15/20mn walking but it’s definitely worth it.
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this nature lodge has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this nature lodge?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Bujtina Ahmetaj. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this nature lodge?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Bujtina Ahmetaj pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Bujtina Ahmetaj?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, bar, and wifi/internet.
