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From opposite the fountain, taxis go to Kastraki (€3.50) and all the monasteries (for ex-
ample, Moni Megalou Meteorou for around €10). Some drivers speak English, German
or Italian, and you arrange a taxi tour from about €20 per hour.
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KastrakiΚαστράκι
POP 1200
Kastraki is less than 2km from Kalambaka, but its location right under the rocks gives it
an otherworldly feel. As a base for exploring the Meteora monasteries, or climbing the
rocks themselves, Kastraki is a good choice.
Sleeping
Doupiani House
PENSION $
( 24320 75326;
www.doupianihouse.com
; s/d/tr incl breakfast €40/50/60; )
The
delightful Doupiani House has the lot: spotless, tastefully decorated rooms, with bal-
conies or garden access. Its location - just outside the village - provides a window to
Meteora; it boasts one of the region's best panoramic views. There's breakfast on the ter-
race, birdsong and attentive hosts, Toula and Thanasis.
Hotel Tsikeli
HOTEL $
( 24320 22438;
www.tsikelihotel.gr
;
s €35, d €45-50, incl breakfast; )
Simple rooms
with wood and marble trim, large balconies and a grassy front garden. Carpeted corridors
are a plus to keeping noise levels down.
Rooms Ziogas Vasiliki
PENSION $
( 24320 24037;
www.ziogasrooms.com
; s/d/tr from €25/35/40; )
This friendly
budget option is clean and airy, and there are great views from several rooms facing the
rocks. Breakfast costs €5.
Vrachos Camping
CAMPGROUND $
