It is little surprise that Himare has developed into the lively and attractive small resort it is today. 53 kms north of Saranda port - an 80-minute scenic drive high above the sea - it has two long, wide and (mostly) sandy beaches lapped by the Ionian Sea, a beautiful backdrop of high mountains and plenty of cafe-bars and dining choices (some 20 restaurants at the last count) as well as small shops, car hire etc.
One of the newer hotels here (opened 2019) is the smart modern Sea View. It is just a minute’s walk down a slight hill to the southern beach and 5-6 minutes to the centre of the village and the second beach.
The hotel has 28 rooms, all of which have fine sea views (as it says on the tin!). A mix of doubles, twins and triples, rooms are spacious (25-30 sq m) and stylishly furnished in a contemporary style, all with AC, mini-fridge, tea-making equipment, TV, room safe, walk-in rainwater shower and sea view balcony. Family Suites are larger and can sleep up to four.
To the front is the swimming pool, restaurant and bar. The hotel has its own section of the beach with a cafe-bar and free sunbeds for its guests.
Himare has a long history as evidenced by its ancient walls that likely date to the 4th or 5th century BC. On a hill above the modern resort is the old part of Himare, home to a castle and a number of Orthodox churches. If you hire a car some superb beaches can be discovered a short drive to the north and south.
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast
Standard Room
25 sq m with double or twin beds, AC, WiFi, mini-fridge, tea-making equipment, TV, room safe, walk-in rainwater shower and sea view balcony
Deluxe Room
30 sq m with king-sized double or twin beds, sofa bed, AC, WiFi, mini-fridge, tea-making equipment, TV, room safe, walk-in rainwater shower and larger sea view balcony.
Family Room
35-40 sq m with king-sized double bed, two sofa beds, AC, WiFi, mini-fridge, tea-making equipment, TV, room safe, walk-in rainwater shower and larger sea view balcony.
Suite
45 sq m with king-sized double bed, AC, WiFi, mini-fridge, tea-making equipment, TV, room safe, walk-in rainwater shower, jacuzzi bath and larger sea view balcony.