Hotel description

General Information

Bulqiza Traditional Guesthouse, also known as Agritourism Hupi, located within a 200-year-old tower, offers a truly authentic experience interwoven with cooking lessons of some of the most delicious traditional recipes of the country. Located only 7 km from Bulqiza, Guesthouse Hupi is surrounded by a beautiful and tranquil landscape. The tower is a typical structure of this area, constructed entirely in stonewalls, punctuated by charming variously-shaped windows, all beautifully carved in stone. Guests of this authentic guesthouse can enjoy mother Sofie’s delicious traditional fare as well as join her as she cooks for some amazing lessons in Albanian delicacies. Many guests also choose this particular guesthouse as a central point from where they can explore the beautiful forests of Bulqiza.

Activities

One of these tours is to Skanderbeg’s Watch Tower, located about one hour and a half from the guesthouse. The Black Lake and the Waterfall of the Dushaj Village, the latter located only 1 km away from the guesthouse, is one additional wonderful hiking destination.
If you have ever wanted to take part in the authentic Albanian culinary tradition, such as cooking with the famous saç (large cooper pan) heated by the embers of an open fire, this will be your chance to experience it. Sofie can teach you to whip up dishes like byrek (savory filled pie), jufka (traditional pasta), qull me pulë (chicken porridge) and many more.

Packages

Agritourism Hupi package includes:

– Accommodation including breakfast and dinner
– Hiking to Bulqiza Valley, one of the natural wonders of this area that boasts numerous water springs and is well-preserved by the locals. The Black Lake and the Waterfall of the Dushaj Village.
– Class of traditional cooking, where you will learn and prepare an authentic Albanian lunch that you will enjoy afterwards.

*See prices below

• Parking
• Free WiFi
• 24h Reception
• Kitchen