In Albania’s oldest city, Crowne Plaza Durres by IHG is a modern seaside hotel with striking architecture and exceptional service. Set along the beautiful Adriatic coast, it’s just 5 minutes from the city center, 10 minutes from the train station, and 39 minutes from Tirana International Airport.
Durrës, founded in 627 B.C., boasts over 3,000 years of history. From ancient ruins to cultural landmarks, it offers much to explore, like the Roman Amphitheatre of Emperor Hadrian, the second-largest in the Balkans, located just a 3-minute walk from the hotel.
Crowne Plaza Durres by IHG seamlessly blends leisure and business. It caters to every need with 132 stylish rooms, two conference spaces, a full-service spa, a casino, bars, and diverse dining options. Whether hosting a gala for 260 guests or a presentation, the hotel offers flexible venues with AV support and custom catering.
Guests can relax in the spa, enjoy a massage, swim in the indoor pool, or stay active in the fitness center. Dining includes a seaside restaurant and a rooftop bar with stunning views.
Discover the perfect mix of modern comfort, rich heritage, and warm hospitality at Crowne Plaza Durres by IHG.
"We recently stayed at Crowne Plaza Durrës and overall had a lovely experience. The staff were attentive, welcoming, and always helpful throughout our stay. The hotel itself was very clean and modern, and our room was spacious with a large bathroom and a beautiful balcony overlooking the sea. Waking up to that sea view each morning was definitely a highlight.
One feature we really enjoyed was the smart room controls. The room has touch consoles on the walls that control certain features, including the curtains. It was such a nice touch to wake up, press a button, and watch the curtains open to reveal the sea view.
As the hotel is still very new, we appreciated that there may be a few snags to work through. During our stay, the lights came on by themselves early in the morning on two consecutive days, the fire alarm went off unexpectedly once, and the shower flooded part of the bathroom. None of these issues ruined our stay, and we didn’t really want to complain as it’s clear the hotel is still settling in and refining things.
Overall, we had a very enjoyable stay and can see this becoming an excellent hotel once the initial teething problems are ironed out. The location, views, staff, and modern rooms made it a memorable visit."