The Best Hotels in Albania, the Next Big Balkan Destination | Condé Nast Traveler

"Perched atop the AirAlbania National Stadium on Sheshi Italia, I appreciated the Marriott’s central location — Blloku, Grand Park, and Skanderbeg Square are all within easy reach — and the landmark red-and-black shuttered façade. Its 155 rooms across 24 floors offer strong views (many overlook the stadium), Lavazza coffee machines, powerful rain showers, in-room recycling, refillable This Works amenities, accessible-room features like roll-in showers and visual alarms, and plenty of workspace; the spacious third-floor business lounge makes it a solid choice for both business and leisure. Downstairs, Terra restaurant serves locals and guests, the staff are slick and efficient, the 24-hour M Club offers complimentary breakfast and evening cocktails, and the fitness center runs round-the-clock classes with separate male and female steam rooms and saunas." - Katie Monk