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Founded in 588 BC, Apollonia was a significant trading port and cultural centre for about 50,000 people, many of whom settled here from nearby Corfu. Today the site is still undergoing excavation so there isn't tons and tons to see. This particular building isn't original to the site but was made from materials found on the site and has been modified many times since its creation as a monastery in the 13th century.
Founded in 588 BC, Apollonia was a significant trading port and cultural centre for about 50,000 people, many of whom settled here from nearby Corfu. Today the site is still undergoing excavation so there isn't tons and tons to see. This particular building isn't original to the site but was made from materials found on the site and has been modified many times since its creation as a monastery in the 13th century.
Apollonia (Ancient Greek: Ἀπολλωνία κατ᾿ Ἐπίδαμνον or Ἀπολλωνία πρὸς Ἐπίδαμνον, Apollonia kat' Epidamnon or Apollonia pros Epidamnon) was an ancient Greek city in Illyria,[1] located on the right bank of the Aous river (modern-day Vjosë). Its ruins are situated in the Fier region, near the village of Pojani, in modern-day Albania. Apollonia was founded in 588 BCE by Greek colonists from Corfu and Corinth,[2] on a site initially occupied by Illyrian tribes[3] and was perhaps the most important of the several classical towns known as Apollonia. Apollonia flourished in the Roman period and was home to a renowned school of philosophy, but began to decline in the 3rd century AD when its harbor started silting up as a result of an earthquake. It was abandoned by the end of Late Antiquity. Source: Wikipedia

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HOTEL OLIVE

HOTEL OLIVE

3 out of 5
10 Rruga Cajupi Vlorë Qarku i Vlorës
The price is SAR 166 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
SAR 166
SAR 199 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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stayed at Hotel Olive in Vlorë from September 6–8, 2025 and it was one of the worst hotel experiences I’ve ever had. When I checked in, the air conditioner did not work, and the room was unbearably hot. I asked to change rooms but was told none were available. I couldn’t even stay in the room until ...

Reviewed on 14 September 2025

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Kraal Hotel

Kraal Hotel

4 out of 5
Rruga Gavril Dara Vlorë Qarku i Vlorës
The price is SAR 298 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
SAR 298
SAR 340 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Perfeito para uma estadia em vlore na praia
Hotel grande mas agradável. Comida variada. Junto à praia com espreguicadeiras grátis. Preço qualidade muito bom. Voltaria

Reviewed on 23 July 2025

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Maison Apartments

Maison Apartments

3 out of 5
Aleks Caci Vlore Qarku i Vlorës
The price is SAR 107 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
SAR 107
SAR 136 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
This accommodation was spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated and well situated. The bed was so comfy, and we appreciated having the sofa as an alternative to just sitting on the bed. Bathroom was spacious with an hot and powerful shower. Crisp linens and fluffy towels provided. Ample parking and ...

Reviewed on 3 October 2025

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Charming Penthouse in Vlore with hot tub

Charming Penthouse in Vlore with hot tub

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Beautiful apartment in a picturesque town.
We really enjoyed staying in this apartment. The locations was perfect as it was just a short walk to the seafront as well as many cafes, bars & restaurants. The apartment itself was just as nice as the pictures, was very clean and with every addition we needed. The hot tub was perfect for winding ...

Reviewed on 28 June 2024

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Deluxe Grand Villa

2 out of 5
Vlorë Qarku i Vlorës
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Apollonia Archeological Park

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Apollonia Archeological Park