Butrinti Hotel Sarande

The five star Butrinti Hotel lies on the beautiful Albanian Coast at Saranda, on the Ionian Sea. The hotels position is quiet and tranquil, perfectly located for the UNESCO World Heritage sites located in ButrintSaranda, the gateway to southern Albania is a small town located between high mountain and the Ionian Sea. Located on the shores of Ionian Sea, in front of Greek island of Corfu, Saranda is characterized by a Mediterranean climate and warm sea waters. Daily ferryboat link Saranda with the nearby Greek island of Corfu.Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was first inhabited by the Illyrians. Among the most interesting archaeological ruins are: the old amphitheatre, the temple of Aesculapius, the baptistery with colourful mosaics and the ancient city walls. An old fortress housing a small museum watches over the entire site, which is one of the last unspoilt natural and ancient historical areas remaining in Mediterranean. Another attractive, historical site is the castle of Lekursi on the top of a dominant hill over Saranda, only 2 km far from the town. The castle of Lekursi was built up during XVI XV centuries, by Sultan Suleymani in his campaign to conquer Corfu. From the walls of the castle the tourist can catch by eye an area of 60 km. Blue Eye spring is 18 km northeast of Saranda. At this beautiful spot, shaded by centuries old oak trees, a twelve headed dragon, according to the legend, guarded and held back the spring waters from the villagers. Consequently, pagan rituals were carried out by sacrificing young voluptuous maidens to the gods of the same waters.Near Saranda are the traditional villages of Lukova, Piqerasi and Borshi where unique panoramic sea views, beautiful mountain and olive grove landscapes are combined with the charm of village environment and the most dramatic and magnificent scenery along the whole length of Ionian Sea.