Grand Hotel & Spa Tirana

⚠️ Before booking: message via Booking.com to confirm jacuzzi/hot tub is operational and heated. Mid-2025 Tripadvisor review explicitly said "The Jacuzzi is out of order." Sauna also reported set to only 55°C (not proper Finnish-sauna heat). Confirm both work before paying.

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4-star, ~€60-65 / CAD 87-92 per night (1 night May 27→28).

Address: Rruga Ismail Qemali 11, Tirana

Amenities (listed — verify on booking):

• Spa with Swedish massage
• Indoor pool
• Steam room + hot tub (jacuzzi)
• Fitness center / gym
• Coffee shop, bar/lounge
• Free WiFi (100+ Mbps), free self-parking

Location:

• Blloku-adjacent, ~6 min walk to Air Albania Stadium
• ~10-12 min walk to Pyramid of Tirana
• Great for nightlife/restaurants — Blloku is the dining + bar district

Rating: 8.0-8.6/10 on Expedia/Hotels.com (376 reviews). Praise for staff (esp. reception "Hegi"), towels, central location.

Watchouts from reviews:

• Jacuzzi reported out of order in 2025 ← confirm before booking
• Sauna runs cool (max 55°C)
• Construction noise from neighboring building (ask for room on opposite side, above 1st floor)
• Breakfast is a paid add-on (€25/adult — pricey)
• "Hotel looks a bit dated" per some reviewers