Chez l'habitant à Kalambaka

L'hôtel est juste à côté de la gare et il est temps de traverser la voie ferrée après être descendu du train. Sinon c'est difficile à trouver. Le service de l'hôtel est très bon, peut vous aider à appeler un taxi sur Meyola, comme une voiture de location, 20 euros de l'heure, très pratique. A 4 heures de l'après-midi, nous avons appelé un taxi sur Meilong Aola. A cette époque, il y avait très peu de monde, et Meilong Aola était magnifique au coucher du soleil ! Il faut compter 3 heures et 60 euros pour la voiture, ce qui est très appréciable.

L’accueil s’est bien déroulé en ce dimanche PM. On nous a rapidement remis nos clés après nous avons donner des conseils sur les environs. On a aussi pris le temps de présenter la carte de la région des Météores. Le personnel est attentionné et toujours prêt à nous aider ou nous conseiller. Il y a une option pour les déjeuners à 7,50 euros. Nous avons pu laisser notre véhicule devant l’hôtel. Les chambres sont petites mais très bien équipées. La salle de bains était impeccablement lavée. Il y a un petit frigo, la TV, un bureau… Mais le point fort de la chambre (numéro 5) est sans conteste la vue qu’elle offre sur les météores. Le petit balcon est doté d’une table bistro avec ses deux chaises, idéales pour relaxer devant les majestueux rochers qui nous dominent à quelques centaines de mètres. Les lieux sont tranquilles, les chambres bien insonorisées. Le matin, vous pouvez déjeuner sur le balcon, mais faites-le avant 08h, heure à laquelle Le Soleil se pointe au-dessus des rochers et inondera la terrasse de lumière, mais surtout de chaleur en ces jours chauds de juillet. À quelques pas de l’hôtel, au centre de Kalambaka, il y a une foule de restaurants, boutiques, pharmacies, magasins et autres commerces. Pour visiter les météores, nous n’avons eu qu’à faire 15 minutes en véhicule; la route passe par le village de Kastraki où il y a de nombreuses tavernes.

Very disappointed as I spent quite a bit of time looking for just the ”right” place to stay in this magical area. This was a long awaited trip extensive trip through Greece (and Istanbul) and as stated, I took great pains to find just the right establishment in each place I visited. My stay in Kalambaka was to be no different. With only 2 short days, this was to be of quality, not quantity. While still be somewhat budget conscious, I was not going to settle for a bottom of the barrel ”economy room” someplace in the area. I wanted a warm and inviting room with a nice balcony to relax, have some wine, look up at the Rocks and ponder over my experiences that day after a magical and spiritual day of exploring the Monasteries. After searching and reviewing any hotels, bnb's (what have you), many the same price range, if not less, I landed on Toti. Close to everything (shops, town life, markets, scooter rental, and train station), but not ”right in the middle” of it all where it wouldn't be quite as peaceful. Had simple, but warm and inviting decor and an inviting and comfortable balcony, just as I wanted (...or so it was advertised). As I have learned over the years, I had contacted the establishment to confirm the room I was booking; size, style, amenities, balcony, view etc. Upon receiving their reply email, informing me there was no coffee pot/kettle, so I should buy breakfast (???), did have a nice balcony with meteora view, as well as advising me to look at the pictures of the room they had posted, as to show what to expect for the room I was booking. With that confirmation I went through with the booking. When I arrived and shown to the room I was in awe (and not in a good way), so much so I expressed as such pretty much the minute I stepped into the room. I was simply told it had what I booked (??). When I saw the ”balcony” I was even more so taken aback. It had a metal security door on a side wall that opened up into a ”space” that was more of an outdoor landing than a balcony. No more than 5x3 feet, a metal corrugated partition, and one plastic yard chair squeezed in. There wasn't even room for a table so they had a ”tray table” attached to the railing. While it did have a view of the Rocks, it was far from comfortable and relaxing as I had to squeeze around the door just to be able to get to the chair to sit down. Forget about being able to sit back and relax, as the only way I was able to stretch my legs was to shimmy the chair out a bit to be able to close the door (leaving me outside); which I was afraid to do without leaving a wedge in the door jamb for fear of getting locked out on said ”balcony”. (as the door, handle, lock etc were some subpar ”storage unit” looking type deal). So, after a quick debate with myself to address this with management in attempt to resolve and remedy, I didnt want to waste the minimal time I had dealing with this bs. I dropped of my bags and went to explore. Upon my late evening return, after an AMAZI

Cette maison d'hôtes est une bijoux absolue. Elena est une hôte phénétique. Elle nous a mis à la suite junior qui a l'une des meilleures vues du monde entier! La position ne peut être battue. Meteora est un endroit très spécial dans le monde que tout le monde devrait expérience dans sa vie. Merci beaucoup pour toute l'hospitalité. Nous le recommanderons absolument à tous nos amis et à la famille.

When you stay at Guesthouse Sotiriou in Kalabaka, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Meteora and Geological Museum of Meteora. This guesthouse is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Moni Agiou Nikolaou and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kalambaka Tourist Information Center.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature slippers and hair dryers. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Très clair, le propriétaire est très intentionnel, a mis la carte sur la table de la maison, et il est bienvenu à la torte, à environ 5 minutes à pied de la gare, très pratique

With a stay at this apartment in Kalabaka, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Meteora and Delphi & Thermopilae Day Trip. This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kalambaka Tourist Information Center and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and blackout drapes/curtains.

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Kalabaka, within a 5-minute drive of Meteora and Kalambaka Tourist Information Center. This apartment is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Delphi & Thermopilae Day Trip and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, which has a kitchenette. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and blackout drapes/curtains.

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Kalabaka, within a 5-minute drive of Meteora and Kalambaka Tourist Information Center. This apartment is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Delphi & Thermopilae Day Trip and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a microwave and a kitchen island. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a washing machine and blackout drapes/curtains.

With a stay at Iridanos in Kalabaka, you'll be near ski lifts, within a 5-minute drive of Meteora and Delphi & Thermopilae Day Trip. This upscale guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Kalambaka Tourist Information Center and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Art Deco guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature hair dryers and bathrobes.