Gjiri i Lalzit: what to know before you go
Where Gjiri i Lalzit is, what the beach is like, how far it is from Tirana airport and Durrës, and how to plan a stay in San Pietro resort.
San Pietro · Gjiri i Lalzit · Albania
A villa-style suite by the sea in San Pietro.
Suite 121 is a 110 m² ground-floor apartment with its own 300 m² garden inside the gated San Pietro resort on Gjiri i Lalzit, 150 m from the beach. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms sleep up to 8 guests. You can book directly with the owner or through Booking.com.
- Ground floorVilla conditions, no stairs
- 300 m² gardenOlive, orange, lemon and palm trees
- 150 mFrom the door to the beach path
01The Suite
Why does Suite 121 feel like a villa?
Because it is on the ground floor and the garden is yours alone. Slide open the terrace doors and you step from the living room onto a covered terrace, then onto 300 m² of lawn fenced by a green hedge. A hundred-year-old olive tree stands in the middle; orange, mandarin, lemon, lime and palm trees fill the edges.
Inside, 110 m² are laid out for two families or one large one: an open living room and kitchen, a master bedroom with its own bathroom, a second bedroom with a double bed and two singles, and a second full bathroom. Every room has air conditioning.
The suite sits in San Pietro, a gated resort among pine trees on the bay north of Durrës, with security on the gate around the clock. It is quiet in the evening, and the beach is a short walk through the resort.
— Valmir, owner and host
02Guests
What do guests say?
Airbnb Superhost (Oct 2025 – Sep 2026)
We host guests ourselves, and we answer every message personally. Suite 121 holds Airbnb Superhost status, and these are the words guests left on Booking.com.
“The owner, Valmir, was incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring all my needs were met.”
“Modern, stylish furnishings, spacious interiors, and a beautiful private garden that ensures complete privacy.”
03Why stay
Why do families choose Suite 121?
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Your own 300 m² garden
Lawn, a covered terrace with lounge furniture and a hundred-year-old olive tree. Children play in sight of the terrace, and the garden is fenced and gated.
02
150 m to the beach path
Walk out of the garden gate, follow the resort path under the pines and you are on the sand of Gjiri i Lalzit within a few minutes.
03
Two bedrooms, two bathrooms
The master bedroom has its own bathroom. The second bedroom sleeps four. Two families share the suite without queuing for the shower.
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Sleeps up to 8
Two double beds, two single beds and a sofa bed in the living room.
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A real kitchen
Beko oven, microwave, induction hob and dishwasher, marble-look worktops and a dining table. A washing machine is in the suite.
06
Air conditioning everywhere
Split units in the living room and both bedrooms – cool rooms for an afternoon nap.
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Gated resort, guarded 24/7
San Pietro has a controlled entrance, security staff day and night and CCTV. Free private parking is inside the resort.
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Hosted by the owner
You deal with Valmir, not an agency: check-in details, beach tips and restaurant suggestions come from the person who owns the suite.
04The space
What is inside the suite?
110 m² on one level, with a covered terrace and the private garden. The layout room by room:
Living room and kitchen
An open space with two large sofas, one of which opens into a bed for two, a smart TV with streaming apps, a dining table and a full kitchen along one wall. Floor-to-ceiling doors open onto the terrace.
Master bedroom
A double bed with premium mattress, a built-in wardrobe, a dressing table, air conditioning and its own bathroom with a walk-in rain shower.
Second bedroom
A double bed below and two single beds on a loft with a safe staircase and storage steps. Children love it; adults sleep well in it too.
Two bathrooms
Both have walk-in showers with glass screens, stone-effect tiles and wall-hung WCs. Towels and toiletries are provided.
Terrace and garden
A covered terrace with wicker sofa and chairs faces the lawn. Breakfast outside in the morning, shade in the afternoon, and the garden for the children.
| Size | 110 m² + 300 m² private garden |
|---|---|
| Floor | Ground floor |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 (one en-suite) |
| Sleeps | Up to 8 |
| Beds | 2 double, 2 single, 1 sofa bed |
| Beach | ≈ 150 m walk |
| Air conditioning | Every room |
| Kitchen | Full, with dishwasher |
| Washing machine | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Free |
| Parking | Free, private, inside the resort |
| Check-in / out | 15:00–18:00 / by 11:00 |
05Resort & beach
What is in the San Pietro resort?
San Pietro is a gated residential and holiday resort on Gjiri i Lalzit (Lalëz Bay), built inside an old pine forest along the sand. Residents and guests have their own beaches, and the five-star Meliá Durrës Albania hotel is inside the same resort.
Everything a holiday needs is within walking distance of Suite 121:
- Private beaches reserved for resort residents, with sun loungers and umbrellas
- Beach bars and restaurants with Mediterranean, Albanian and international menus
- A supermarket inside the resort
- Children's play areas
- Beach volleyball and beach football courts on the sand
- 24/7 security, CCTV and free private parking
Some services in the resort are seasonal and open from late spring to early autumn.
06Gallery
Come in, have a look
07Location
Where is Suite 121, and how do you get there?
Suite 121 is in San Pietro resort on Gjiri i Lalzit, the bay north of Durrës, about 30 km by road from Tirana International Airport. Most guests arrive by car or taxi from the airport in 30 to 40 minutes.
| Tirana International Airport (TIA) | ≈ 30 km | 30–40 min |
|---|---|---|
| Durrës city centre | ≈ 30 km | ≈ 35 min |
| Tirana city centre | ≈ 45 km | ≈ 50 min |
| Prishtina (Kosovo) | ≈ 250 km | ≈ 3 h |
Approximate times outside rush hour. Summer weekends can add 15–20 minutes near Durrës.
Address
Suite 121 – San Pietro, San Pietro Resort, Apartment 121, Gjiri i Lalzit, 2015 Durrës, Albania
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08Journal
Gjiri i Lalzit, written by the people who live it
Practical guides for planning your stay, written by your host.
Is San Pietro a good place for a family beach holiday?
Why families choose San Pietro resort on Gjiri i Lalzit: a shallow sandy beach, a gated resort with 24/7 security, play areas and space for two families.
How do you get from Tirana airport to San Pietro, Gjiri i Lalzit?
Tirana airport to San Pietro resort is about 30 km and 30–40 minutes by car. Taxi and transfer prices, car hire, the route and arrival tips.
Driving from Prishtina to Gjiri i Lalzit: route, toll and time
Prishtina to Gjiri i Lalzit is about 250 km and 3 hours by car on Rruga e Kombit. The route, the €5 Kalimash toll, border tips and where to stop.
When is the best time to visit Gjiri i Lalzit?
Sea and air temperatures for Gjiri i Lalzit month by month, when the beach is busiest and why June and September are the best months for families.
09Questions
Questions guests ask before booking
How many people can stay in Suite 121?
Up to 8 guests. There is a double bed in the master bedroom, a double bed plus two single beds in the second bedroom, and a sofa bed for two in the living room. It suits one large family or two families travelling together.
How far is the beach?
About 150 metres from the garden gate to the beach path, a walk of a few minutes through the resort. The beaches of San Pietro are reserved for resort residents and guests.
Is the apartment on the ground floor?
Yes. Suite 121 is on the ground floor, with no stairs from the parking area, and opens straight onto its own 300 m² garden. That makes it easy with prams, small children and older relatives.
Is there parking?
Yes, free private parking inside the gated resort.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 18:00 and check-out is by 11:00. If you arrive later, tell us your time in advance and we will arrange it.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes, in the living room and in both bedrooms.
Is the kitchen fully equipped?
Yes: oven, microwave, induction hob, dishwasher, kettle, fridge, cookware and tableware. There is also a washing machine.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi throughout the suite and a smart TV with streaming apps.
How do I book directly, and how do I pay?
Send us your dates through the form below or on WhatsApp. We confirm availability and the price, then ask for a 20% deposit by bank transfer within 7 days; the balance is paid on arrival, in cash or by transfer.
Is the resort safe for children?
San Pietro is gated, with security on duty 24/7 and CCTV, and the suite's own garden is fenced. There are play areas for children in the resort.
10Reserve
Come and stay
Book directly with the owner for the best rate and a real person on the other end, or check live availability on Booking.com.
Rates depend on the season and length of stay. Send your dates and we reply with the exact price.
20% deposit within 7 days of confirmation · balance on arrival · no agency fees