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Reviews of The Hood - Shkodra Backpackers Hostel

Rruga Beselidhja, 4001 Shkodër, Albania

#22 of 130 hotels in Shkodër

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Review Score

Based on 120 hostel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    8.0
    Very friendly, convenient hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You can rent a bike but they are in very bad condition.

    Very easy, small and convenient!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    10
    Cozy spot with great people!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    They made everything so easy! I showed up in the evening being like “I need a transfer to Valbona, need to do laundry, and need luggage storage,” and the guy that runs the place was like no problem, we’ve got you all set. It’s also a really cozy place. I could lie in that hammock and play with the cat all day!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really nice communal space, beds and bathrooms were super clean, super helpful with booking everything for the hike as well! Thanks to klaus and his parents for making me feel so at home!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really

    Staff was really nice and the location is great

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2025

    10
    Friendly hosts and great facilities!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There's no kitchen which may be an issue for some backpackers, and its a bit of a walk to the centre (15 mins) but it wasn't really a bad thing, just a point to note.

    Spacious rooms with comfy, clean beds and aircon, relaxing outdoor communal space with hammocks and seating and a bar. Friendly hosts who were super helpful and welcoming. They'll help you organise day trips and will store your bags safely if you plan to spend a few days in the Alps hiking. Highly recommend staying here if you're visiting Shkoder 😊

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    8.0
    Friendly staff and great if you have a car.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was no other people. I was recommended a different hostel with the same name "Shkodra backpackers hostel". This hostel is called "The hood".

    Friendly staff, Easy parking outside the hostel. Clean rooms and nice outdoor space.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    10
    great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    Very friendly! The owner would love to drink some beers with the guests in the evening and is very helpful.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great place, comfy beds and great showers. Klaus the host could not do more for us as guests. Would stay here again.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2025

    8.0
    A friendly hostel with clean rooms and lovely chilling areas outside.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not much by way of kitchen facilities to be able to prepare/heat own meals/tea/coffee.

    The hosts were really friendly and helpful. Good value for money and just a short stroll in to the city centre. The playful cats at the property provided much entertainment!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: October 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was good

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a great little hostel! The staff were so lovely and every was very clean and comfortable. Really quick walk into to town

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2024

    8.0
    Cute hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No kitchen (but was also not mentioned in booking)

    Cute hostel with nice decoration and vibes. We stayed in a private room which was spacy and comfortable. The Location ist great only 10min from the center and busstation. Everything was super clean and well maintained. Nice host and cute kittens ;)

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2024

    10
    Super relaxed hostel with beautiful garden
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice, quiet hostel with a great outdoor area. Klaus and his parents are very accommodating and endeavoured to ensure that everything is fine. Everything is super clean and well organised. There is a small bar in the garden with drinks, beer and coffee. The city centre with all its restaurants and bars is only a 15-minute walk away. And it's very quiet around the hostel in the evening. Klaus helped us organise the bus transport to Theth with pick-up directly from the hostel. My highlight was watching the kitten’s playing and cuddling in the garden. They certainly attract a lot of attention. 10/10

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2024

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing staff - really friendly and helpful. Great place to stay if you are doing the theth hikes- which I would highly recommend! Can’t recommend enough clean, comfortable and the staff really are amazing, as our first time in Albania they were so kind and helpful of all the best spots!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really nice hostel, super chill vibe! great if you want to do the valbona-theth hike as you can book with the hostel. we stayed both in a cabin and in a room, both super clean and cosy (preference for the cabin, for a different experience!!) . 10/10 !!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really great welcome from Klaus and Gus family. Confortable room in a quieter part of Shkoder, near everything by foot. excellent stay and 100% recommend.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2024

    10
    Very confortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No negative comments.

    Super clean and friendly!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The accomodation advertises parking without extra charge, however there is a 6 EUR charge per night, if you want to leave your car during the Teth-Valbona hike, which we were happy to pay but would recommend clarifying the info accordingly

    Everything was spectacular! Very social and cosy hostel, where it's easy to meet other travellers. Chill outdoor area, very well located in 5min walking distance from the main street but without the noisyness from the bar areas. This was a return visit, as we already enjoyed our first stay here very much. Special shout out to Klaus who met us with a big smile on his face and made us feel super welcome from the moment we arrived. Until we meet again! x

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2024

    10
    Cozy but social hostel in a quiet neighbourhood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hostel is a bit further away from the city center than I would have liked, but still easily walkable.

    Very friendly and helpful staff, the hostel was exceptionally clean, the garden is a great place to hang out in the evening and meet other people and it is located in a quiet neighbourhood. The hostel helps with organizing trips to Shala River or Theth with pick up right from the hostel.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I forget the host's name but he speaks excellent English. He is a joyful man who tends to the needs of all of his guests with a sincere smile. The same applies to his parents. Clean and quiet. One has the option of relaxing on his own or mingling with the other guests. It was perfect for my needs as I arrived late and all I wanted was a clean place to have a shower and crash for the night. I was also allowed to park my motorcycle within the premises which I greatly appreciated. Unlike other more "elegant", and more expensive hotels which disappointed me, the Hood is a sincere and lovely place which offers exactly what it says at a good price. I felt at home as soon as I walked in. It is one of the places which I have bookmarked in order to visit again when passing through or exploring the general region.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2024

    10
    Perfect place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    The bed was very comfortable and the room we booked had effective air conditioning. The vibe is really chill and the location is ideal, especially for going to Shala river/Koman.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2024

    10
    Perfect place to stay. Very friendly people and very clean. Would absoloutely recommend it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice people and very clean! Also really nice chill out area

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2024

    10
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    This place is really cool. Nice people, quiet neighbourhood with parking outside. We were able to leave our car in their safe off-street parking for a small fee while we were hiking in the mountains. Beers and coffee cheap. They can help with everything for excursions away to the mountains. Excellent hostel!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2024

    10
    Great hostel with fantastic staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This hostel had a lovely atmosphere generated by the lovely staff. The owner (I think he was) stayed up until 1:30am to greet us when we arrived and took the care to remember my note on the booking asking about the River tour (this by the way was incredible, I would recommend booking onto this). The outside area was nicely done with plenty of places to sit and relax. It's incredibly good value-for-money and I would completely recommend. It's a 20 minute walk into the centre so very accessible as well. The parking is on the quiet street it's situated on and easily found from the Google Maps pin.

    Stayed in July 2024

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