I'll start with the fact that last year we stayed at the hotel "Monaco", which is located nearby, of the same price category, so when I write a review, I will compare how it was and what we got this year. Why did they change the hotel - because, in Monaco, there are 2-3 people, and 4 of us (2 adults and 2 children - teenagers), and neither we nor the children were comfortable migrating between the two rooms! Why did you choose Ulvara - because last year we had lunch at the restaurant of this hotel, which occupies the first floor and we liked the location, the restaurant itself, and the rest of the time we did not pay attention, and very, very sorry! ! ! ! ! ! ! Pros: instant accommodation, nice room, clean, daily cleaning (actually, if it's a hotel for work and not for leisure, then nothing more is needed) Cons: the hotel has no territory at all! ! ! ! ! ! ! That is, if you just wanted to sit outside in the evening, you need to look for a place (our balcony, like some others went to the inner well (otherwise known as), where there were hoods from the restaurant and it is clear that the smell of kitchen and hot air opportunities to sit on the balcony, and look at the windows and walls of neighbors - also not interesting) the next minus is the restaurant itself! ! ! ! ! ! ! Breakfast is standard, not many people, everything is ok (We paid for breakfast and dinner on the tour), lunch when we come and order and pay cash, also all is well; but the dinner, which was paid for in the tour - it was nerves every day, so the conclusion is to take only breakfast and buy dinner in the city! ! ! ! ! ! ! We waited for a long time for the waiter (although they tried to serve quickly, but first they went to the tables where people come and pay, and then to us, where dinner is included in the tour price !! ! Again, I will compare dinner in Monaco and Ulvar - we were very sorry for Monaco in addition! the third minus - the beach! ! ! ! ! ! ! It was a surprise for us when on the 3rd day of our vacation a man approached us and said that there are not enough sunbeds, so one room 2 sunbeds, after my trip to the hotel reception and the question: why only 2 sunbeds if in our room 4 beds, in the evening we were no longer poured beer, wine, only water! ! ! ! ! it turned out that the owner of the hotel did not like my question! Another downside - we were in a period when the hotel was crowded, and the resort town as well, so the last 3 days of our stay in the evening the lights were turned off for 5-10 minutes, then quickly turned on, but the air conditioner was 3 hours off (in the room suffocation, on the street 40), went out and walked along the coast! Of course, the choice is up to each of us, but for myself I will definitely say Ulvari - no! We took a taxi, traveled a lot (Tirana, Kroyuya Dures, Shkoder).
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I'll start with the fact that last year we stayed at the hotel "Monaco", which is located nearby, of the same price category, so when I write a review, I will compare how it was and what we got this year. Why did they change the hotel - because, in Monaco, there are 2-3 people, and 4 of us (2 adults and 2 children - teenagers), and neither we nor the children were comfortable migrating between the two rooms!
Why did you choose Ulvara - because last year we had lunch at the restaurant of this hotel, which occupies the first floor and we liked the location, the restaurant itself, and the rest of the time we did not pay attention, and very, very sorry! ! ! ! ! ! !
Pros: instant accommodation, nice room, clean, daily cleaning (actually, if it's a hotel for work and not for leisure, then nothing more is needed)
Cons: the hotel has no territory at all! ! ! ! ! ! !
That is, if you just wanted to sit outside in the evening, you need to look for a place (our balcony, like some others went to the inner well (otherwise known as), where there were hoods from the restaurant and it is clear that the smell of kitchen and hot air opportunities to sit on the balcony, and look at the windows and walls of neighbors - also not interesting)
the next minus is the restaurant itself! ! ! ! ! ! ! Breakfast is standard, not many people, everything is ok (We paid for breakfast and dinner on the tour), lunch when we come and order and pay cash, also all is well; but the dinner, which was paid for in the tour - it was nerves every day, so the conclusion is to take only breakfast and buy dinner in the city! ! ! ! ! ! ! We waited for a long time for the waiter (although they tried to serve quickly, but first they went to the tables where people come and pay, and then to us, where dinner is included in the tour price !! !
Again, I will compare dinner in Monaco and Ulvar - we were very sorry for Monaco in addition!
the third minus - the beach! ! ! ! ! ! ! It was a surprise for us when on the 3rd day of our vacation a man approached us and said that there are not enough sunbeds, so one room 2 sunbeds, after my trip to the hotel reception and the question: why only 2 sunbeds if in our room 4 beds, in the evening we were no longer poured beer, wine, only water! ! ! ! !
it turned out that the owner of the hotel did not like my question!
Another downside - we were in a period when the hotel was crowded, and the resort town as well, so the last 3 days of our stay in the evening the lights were turned off for 5-10 minutes, then quickly turned on, but the air conditioner was 3 hours off (in the room suffocation, on the street 40), went out and walked along the coast!
Of course, the choice is up to each of us, but for myself I will definitely say Ulvari - no!
We took a taxi, traveled a lot (Tirana, Kroyuya Dures, Shkoder).
To sum up: this is a great place to have lunch or dinner, but no more!
Why did you choose Ulvara - because last year we had lunch at the restaurant of this hotel, which occupies the first floor and we liked the location, the restaurant itself, and the rest of the time we did not pay attention, and very, very sorry! ! ! ! ! ! !
Pros: instant accommodation, nice room, clean, daily cleaning (actually, if it's a hotel for work and not for leisure, then nothing more is needed)
Cons: the hotel has no territory at all! ! ! ! ! ! !
That is, if you just wanted to sit outside in the evening, you need to look for a place (our balcony, like some others went to the inner well (otherwise known as), where there were hoods from the restaurant and it is clear that the smell of kitchen and hot air opportunities to sit on the balcony, and look at the windows and walls of neighbors - also not interesting)
the next minus is the restaurant itself! ! ! ! ! ! ! Breakfast is standard, not many people, everything is ok (We paid for breakfast and dinner on the tour), lunch when we come and order and pay cash, also all is well; but the dinner, which was paid for in the tour - it was nerves every day, so the conclusion is to take only breakfast and buy dinner in the city! ! ! ! ! ! ! We waited for a long time for the waiter (although they tried to serve quickly, but first they went to the tables where people come and pay, and then to us, where dinner is included in the tour price !! !
Again, I will compare dinner in Monaco and Ulvar - we were very sorry for Monaco in addition!
the third minus - the beach! ! ! ! ! ! ! It was a surprise for us when on the 3rd day of our vacation a man approached us and said that there are not enough sunbeds, so one room 2 sunbeds, after my trip to the hotel reception and the question: why only 2 sunbeds if in our room 4 beds, in the evening we were no longer poured beer, wine, only water! ! ! ! !
it turned out that the owner of the hotel did not like my question!
Another downside - we were in a period when the hotel was crowded, and the resort town as well, so the last 3 days of our stay in the evening the lights were turned off for 5-10 minutes, then quickly turned on, but the air conditioner was 3 hours off (in the room suffocation, on the street 40), went out and walked along the coast!
Of course, the choice is up to each of us, but for myself I will definitely say Ulvari - no!
We took a taxi, traveled a lot (Tirana, Kroyuya Dures, Shkoder).
To sum up: this is a great place to have lunch or dinner, but no more!
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We went to the hotel by accident, on a last minute trip. We were very satisfied with the hotel, it is very wonderful, excellent location. There is a restaurant under the hotel, though I'm afraid that the earthquake will not interfere with our next trip. The beach is nearby, private, the food is amazing, the seafood is just lovely.
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We went to the hotel by accident, on a last minute trip. We were very satisfied with the hotel, it is very wonderful, excellent location. There is a restaurant under the hotel, though I'm afraid that the earthquake will not interfere with our next trip. The beach is nearby, private, the food is amazing, the seafood is just lovely. The staff is excellent, taking care of their tourists from morning to evening.
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The hotel is wonderful! In 2018, we finally discovered Albania. For many years I was tormented by the question: what is Albania? And suddenly a burning tour to Albania... They did not hesitate for a long time, legs in hands and flew. Settled in Villa Ujvara. Such a cool villa! The next year we had no doubts where to go.
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The hotel is wonderful! In 2018, we finally discovered Albania. For many years I was tormented by the question: what is Albania? And suddenly a burning tour to Albania... They did not hesitate for a long time, legs in hands and flew. Settled in Villa Ujvara. Such a cool villa! The next year we had no doubts where to go. And of course we went to Durres to the Ujvara 3 * hotel. The hotel is just amazing. Clean, beautiful, 80 meters from the beach along a shady alley. The beach is private. Sun loungers, umbrellas in the price of the tour. Sand. Great place for families with kids.
The hotel is located in the very center. Downstairs is a chic restaurant. With very tasty cuisine, seafood is fresh and just great, the prices are very reasonable. And the owner Mila is generally a wonderful person! Each bus itself meets, treats with cognac and makes sure that everyone is comfortable! I just don't know when he sleeps? Until the last visitor in the restaurant, and in the morning already at breakfast. In general, we really liked this hotel and Albania. It is the birthplace of the legendary Mother Teresa. We are definitely going this year!! !
The hotel is located in the very center. Downstairs is a chic restaurant. With very tasty cuisine, seafood is fresh and just great, the prices are very reasonable. And the owner Mila is generally a wonderful person! Each bus itself meets, treats with cognac and makes sure that everyone is comfortable! I just don't know when he sleeps? Until the last visitor in the restaurant, and in the morning already at breakfast. In general, we really liked this hotel and Albania. It is the birthplace of the legendary Mother Teresa. We are definitely going this year!! !
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We settled in this villa by Roulette, arrived late in the evening, we were met, given the keys. The room has 2 beds, a double bed and a single bed, wardrobe, bedside table, refrigerator, TV, air conditioning, a little cramped. From each room there is access to the terrace, on which there is a table, chairs, an umbrella and a clothes dryer.
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We settled in this villa by Roulette, arrived late in the evening, we were met, given the keys. The room has 2 beds, a double bed and a single bed, wardrobe, bedside table, refrigerator, TV, air conditioning, a little cramped. From each room there is access to the terrace, on which there is a table, chairs, an umbrella and a clothes dryer. The bathroom has a washbasin, a toilet bowl, a simple shower, with a glass right in the floor, hot and cold water around the clock, there is no detergent, there was toilet paper. The room itself is clean, the bed is fresh, bows from the duvet covers. Linen was changed every 3 days along with towels, the garbage was also taken out every 3 days, if it accumulates faster, there were garbage cans in the yard in the corner. The yard is beautiful, green, there are dolphins, you can wash off the sand after the beach. The downside is the lack of a kitchenette and a kettle, the staff is good-natured, but the language barrier is noticeable. To the sea about 4 minutes at a leisurely pace, the music from the main street is not heard, at night it is quiet, comfortable. Close to cafes/restaurants/pharmacy. We liked the restaurant at the Uyvara hotel the most, the portions are large, the most delicious seafood on the coast, budget prices, lunch / dinner 12-15 dollars for two. Walk to the bus stop in Durres for half an hour somewhere.
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They were not cleaned often, the water from the shower in the uncomfortable bathroom did not want to leave the floor through the drain in a timely manner, but there was a special mop in the room so that the guests helped the water to drain faster : ). I don’t remember about toilet paper and soap, I think they were.
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They were not cleaned often, the water from the shower in the uncomfortable bathroom did not want to leave the floor through the drain in a timely manner, but there was a special mop in the room so that the guests helped the water to drain faster : ). I don’t remember about toilet paper and soap, I think they were. The bed is bearable. Big minus - a flock of dogs, which could not calm down at night. Beach own, stomp to the sea 500-600 meters, sunbeds were free. In the hotel itself, we were without food, but we bought lunch and dinner several times. The cuisine is excellent (I don’t know what was offered there for breakfasts included in the tour), I will remember Uyvar’s dish of vegetables and seafood for a lifetime, as well as its price of 8 euros. Great pizza and spaghetti, good fried fish. Internet caught on the 3rd floor is bad. The stairs are very steep. We rented a car at the airport (it’s the cheapest place and it’s MANDATORY to take insurance) and traveled around the country on our own, without guides and excursions. In general - a beautiful country, the hotel is not the worst, and the restaurant in it is very good
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We rested at this villa, having got into it by "fortune". Please do not confuse Villa "Uivaru" with the hotel "Uivara". They have a common owner, but the buildings are different))). This is the most budget option for recreation, which was offered to us by the operator. For our money (and the tour cost us 398 euros for two for 11 nights without food, but with flights, transfers and medical insurance) this is a good option.
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We rested at this villa, having got into it by "fortune". Please do not confuse Villa "Uivaru" with the hotel "Uivara". They have a common owner, but the buildings are different))). This is the most budget option for recreation, which was offered to us by the operator. For our money (and the tour cost us 398 euros for two for 11 nights without food, but with flights, transfers and medical insurance) this is a good option. Very friendly hosts, clean bed, hot water. Wi-fi catches everywhere. This year they installed air conditioners and brand new LCD TVs. The lack of food did not bother us at all - there are enough establishments within walking distance for a light or full meal. The villa is located in the village of Mali Robit, which is 15 kilometers south of the city of Durres. To the sea 5 minutes walk at a leisurely pace. The sea here is shallow, the sunset is gentle. The beach is sandy. Because of the waves and sand, the water is always cloudy (((. Sunbeds on the beaches for an additional fee - 2 euros set (for two sunbeds and an umbrella). But no one forbids lying with your towel on the sand for free, since the beaches are municipal. Around a lot of construction. In general, the whole of Albania is under active construction. I don’t recommend it for a beach holiday, but for those who want to see the country - that’s it! We rented a car (from 30 euros per day) for 4 days and during this time we drove almost the whole country. From Lake Koman in the north to the southern beaches of Ksamil. In general, I recommend the hotel as the most budget option.
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We rested in the hotels "Uyvara" (Waterfalls) from 07/27/15 - to 08/06/15. Gorgeous!!!! The hotel is small, quiet, everything you need for a comfortable stay is: 1. Water is constantly both cold and hot, refrigerator, TV, air conditioning, balcony with clothes dryer, comfortable beds, bedding changed every three days.
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We rested in the hotels "Uyvara" (Waterfalls) from 07/27/15 - to 08/06/15. Gorgeous!!!!
The hotel is small, quiet, everything you need for a comfortable stay is:
1. Water is constantly both cold and hot, refrigerator, TV, air conditioning, balcony with clothes dryer, comfortable beds, bedding changed every three days.
2. The hotel restaurant is considered the best (price - quality) not only in the village but throughout Albania. Where else can you eat a whole bowl of mussels with a delicious sauce for 250 lek (1 euro - 140 lek). A pizza cooked on wood in the oven!
3. Fruits, vegetables, figs - almost for nothing. JOY.
4. On the beach, an umbrella was secured for us, sunbeds are all free, very close to the hotel.
5. Flight, transfer everything is fine.
6 My daughter went on two excursions, she also really liked it.
7. There is no language barrier, Albanians are very welcoming and friendly people.
They brought with them to Kyiv a lot of all sorts of goodies (fig jam, blackberry rake, olive oil, of course the best brandy in Europe). Now at work I’m talking about the rest and I recommend everyone to have time to go on vacation to Albania this year with the help of Fairy.
Thank you for a well organized holiday. Keep it up Fairy!
Sincerely, Natalia.
The hotel is small, quiet, everything you need for a comfortable stay is:
1. Water is constantly both cold and hot, refrigerator, TV, air conditioning, balcony with clothes dryer, comfortable beds, bedding changed every three days.
2. The hotel restaurant is considered the best (price - quality) not only in the village but throughout Albania. Where else can you eat a whole bowl of mussels with a delicious sauce for 250 lek (1 euro - 140 lek). A pizza cooked on wood in the oven!
3. Fruits, vegetables, figs - almost for nothing. JOY.
4. On the beach, an umbrella was secured for us, sunbeds are all free, very close to the hotel.
5. Flight, transfer everything is fine.
6 My daughter went on two excursions, she also really liked it.
7. There is no language barrier, Albanians are very welcoming and friendly people.
They brought with them to Kyiv a lot of all sorts of goodies (fig jam, blackberry rake, olive oil, of course the best brandy in Europe). Now at work I’m talking about the rest and I recommend everyone to have time to go on vacation to Albania this year with the help of Fairy.
Thank you for a well organized holiday. Keep it up Fairy!
Sincerely, Natalia.
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