dhërmiBEACH · ALBANIA
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Dhërmi Beach,
Albania.

Discover Dhermi Beach in Albania. Find hotels, villas and holiday apartments, explore nearby beaches and plan your stay on the beautiful Albanian Riviera.

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Clear blue Ionian water around the rocky Dhërmi shoreline
Dhërmi · The Ionian coast
Meet Dhërmi

Between the mountains
and a very blue sea.

Dhërmi sits on Albania’s Ionian coast, in the municipality of Himarë, between Vlorë and Sarandë.

The old village rises above the coast. Down by the water, beach days give way to long lunches and evenings on the promenade.

Get to know the village
A coast worth exploring

One trip. More than one beach.

The beach guide
Turquoise water meeting the Dhërmi shorelineThe main beach

Dhërmi Beach

The waterfront’s restaurants, bars and places to stay come together below the hillside village.

Gjipe Beach framed by limestone cliffsA little adventure

Gjipe

A canyon-backed bay reached by a land trail, with cliffs that make the journey part of the day.

The Ionian coastline at PalasëBeneath the mountains

Palasë

White stones and clear Ionian water below Llogara, with a different setting for your beach day.

Somewhere to settle in

Find your kind of stay.

Choose hotel service, a villa of your own or an apartment with room for a slower holiday routine.

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Hotel photographs show the property. Villa and apartment destination views are labelled. Follow each provider for current rates and availability.

Dhërmi coast, a destination view; not a photograph of Villa 16Dhërmi coast · Destination view
VillaDhërmi

Villa 16

An eight-bedroom Dhërmi villa with a private pool, a sea-view garden and a separate guest house for larger groups.

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Private pool
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White houses and a church among the terracotta roofs of Dhërmi
Dhërmi’s hillside village
Beyond the sun lounger

A different side
of the Riviera.

Stone lanes, coastal paths and mountain forests give Dhërmi a life beyond the beach.

  1. 01

    Wander the old village

    Follow the hillside lanes past stone houses and churches, with the Ionian Sea below.

  2. 02

    Make a day of Gjipe

    Plan a coastal walk to a bay where limestone cliffs and a canyon meet the sea.

  3. 03

    Head into Llogara

    Trade the shore for coniferous forests, mountain air and Riviera viewpoints.

Things to do in Dhërmi
Before you arrive

A few details make the difference.

Your base

Beach or old village?

The village is on the hillside. Check the exact address and beach route before choosing where to stay.

Your season

Match the month to the trip.

Spring and autumn suit coastal walks. For a stay outside summer, confirm which facilities will be open.

Your journey

Plan the final stretch.

From Tirana Airport, arrange a transfer, hire a car or connect through Vlorë for the onward journey.

Getting to Dhërmi Read our travel sources
A table by the water

Stay a little longer for lunch.

Restaurants & beach clubs
CAVOS dining terraces beside a rocky turquoise cove on the Dhërmi coastPhoto: CAVOS / VASI Hotel
Restaurant & beach lounge

CAVOS Mediterranean Experience

Seafront dining at CAVOS pairs Mediterranean seafood with a beach lounge, sea views and live Greek music near Vasi Hotel.

CAVOS is VASI Hotel’s dining venue. Reserve rooms through the hotel and check restaurant opening dates separately.

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Zafira’s white seafront terraces and yellow-striped parasols beneath the Dhërmi mountainsZafira · Dining terraces
Restaurant & beach venue

Zafira Dhërmi

Zafira brings seafront dining, shaded terraces and yellow-striped parasols to a small Dhërmi cove with views over the Ionian.

Zafira also describes itself as a boutique hotel. Contact it directly for room information and current opening dates.

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Evening dining at Noah on the Beach, with woven lamps and views across Dhërmi bayPhoto: Noah / Grand Boutique Dhërmi
Seaside restaurant

Noah on the Beach

Noah on the Beach is Grand Boutique Dhërmi’s seaside restaurant, with open-air tables, seafood and views across the bay.

Noah is Grand Boutique Dhërmi’s restaurant. Dining reservations do not include hotel rooms or beach services.

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Your questions, answered

Planning your Dhërmi holiday

A little local context helps you choose the stay and the journey that suit you.

Where is Dhërmi Beach in Albania?

Dhërmi Beach lies on the Ionian coast in the municipality of Himarë, below the hillside village of Dhërmi.

Is the old village right on the beach?

The old village stands on the mountain slope above the coast, with the main road separating the village and beach areas.

What is the difference between Dhërmi and Drymades?

Drymades names a separate beach near Dhërmi. Compare exact addresses when deciding which shoreline to stay beside.

How do I get from Tirana Airport to Dhërmi?

Choose a pre-booked transfer or hire car, or take the airport bus to Vlorë and arrange the onward leg to Dhërmi.

Will I need a car during my stay?

A car helps with different beaches and village outings. A well-located beach stay can work with arranged transfers for longer trips.

Can I visit Dhërmi outside summer?

The village and landscape offer reasons to visit beyond beach season. Plan around the weather and the facilities open at your stay.

Start with your stay

The coast is calling.

Find the beach address, hillside hotel or holiday home that fits the way you like to travel.

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