Durres, Albania
Hotel Giulia
Restored neoclassical townhouse
Restored neoclassical townhouse
The 1930s Italian townhouse operates as an intimate adults-only hotel, centered on an open courtyard with a cascading water wall.
What it’s good at
Notable
Restored 1930s Italian facade enclosing rooms finished with warm wood and copper accents.
Listed
Nineteen-thirties Italian architecture faithfully maintained along the port city's historic commercial boulevard.
Listed
Set along Bulevardi Epidamn, serving traditional breakfast dishes near the Roman amphitheater.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The elegant white façade hides a small collection of classic contemporary adults-only guest rooms, decorated in a mix of immaculate white, warm wood and mirrored walls.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Roman amphitheatre sits a short walk away, and the port lies just down the boulevard.
The rooms
Rooms have warm wood finishes and copper accents, and some open onto balconies overlooking the ancient Byzantine walls.
At the table
The dining room serves homemade breakfast cakes over terrazzo floors, and the illuminated bar pours cocktails into the evening.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.