Butrint

Butrint, situated in southern Albania, was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage list in 1992. This site has been inhabited since prehistoric times and was part of the Greek and Roman colonies.

Butrint enjoyed a prosperous period during the Byzantine rule and a brief period of Venetian governance before being abandoned in the late medieval era. Today, the archaeological site displays remnants from each of these historical periods. Interestingly, the oldest artifacts discovered at Butrint are a stone hammer and a shaft that date back to the latter half of the second millennium BC.

Butrint Hotels

Blue Eye Hotel Ksamil$$$

Blue Eye Hotel combines sleek design and friendly service for a relaxed stay in Ksamil. Rooms are modern and comfortable, each equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, private bathroom and balconies (many with views over the garden or pool). The rooftop breakfast terrace is a highlight, offering fresh local fare as the Ionian light shifts. The seasonal outdoor pool and garden spaces invite quiet moments, whether by sun lounger or under shade. The hotel’s proximity to beaches...