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Host El Greco

Kalampaka , Sidirodromou 5-7 (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsHost El Greco is a highly recommended hostel for those looking for a comfortable and affordable stay in Kalambaka. The hostel's excellent location near the city center, bus and train stations and monastery walking trails make it an ideal base for exploring the area. Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast at a nearby local restaurant recommended by the host or opt for the hostel's own breakfast for a reasonable price. The rooms are comfortable and clean with beautiful views of Meteora from the huge terrace and long balcony. The hostel's cleanliness is consistently praised by guests and the staff are described as extremely friendly, helpful and hospitable. Free wifi is available, although the connection may not be very fast in some areas. The beds are comfortable and well-equipped with plugs for devices, although some guests noted that the mattresses are covered in plastic. Overall, Host El Greco offers great value for money and a warm and sociable atmosphere.
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Location

Host El Greco boasts an excellent location and is perfect for those wanting to explore the charming town of Kalambaka. Situated just a few minutes from the city center and close to both the bus and train stations, guests can easily access everything they need. The hostel is very comfortable and provides great value for money. From here, visitors can enjoy the beautiful view from the balcony and take a short walk to the monastery walking trails. The staff is very friendly and helpful and can give recommendations on exploring the area. There are also good restaurants, cafes and a supermarket nearby. With its central location, Host El Greco is the ideal place to stay before, during and after your hikes in the meteors.

Breakfast

If you stay at Host El Greco, you can look forward to a breakfast that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied. Guests have raved about the amazing Greek food and homemade cake, while the coffee in the morning is a great way to start your day. The breakfast is good and comes at a reasonable price, especially if you choose to have it at a nearby local restaurant recommended by the host. Some guests were even treated to cookies from the owner towards the end of their meal. The warm welcome from the host and the small morning coffee service provide a nice personal touch to your stay. While some guests felt that the breakfast at the hostel itself was a bit overpriced, others highly recommended the local restaurant for its delicious and affordable breakfast options. All in all, the breakfast at Host El Greco seems to be a positive and enjoyable experience for guests.

Rooms

Host El Greco offers comfortable and clean rooms with various options from 4-bedders with shared bathrooms to ensuite dorms. The mattresses are covered with plastic sheets and cotton sheets, ensuring cleanliness. The facilities are sparkling clean with comfortable beds and pillows. Guests can enjoy beautiful views of Meteora from the huge terrace and long balcony running around the rooms. However, some rooms may be basic, small or without double beds. The bathrooms and kitchen may need some improvement, as some guests reported vétustes and outdoor kitchen facilities. Some guests also reported inconveniences such as lack of individual lamps, small shelves or sinks and missing curtains or privacy in some rooms. Nonetheless, the location is perfect for trekking to the Meteora, as it is just a minute away from the station and the center of the town. Finally, the workaway staff is noted as exceptional.

Beds

If you're looking for a budget accommodation option in the heart of Madrid, Host El Greco might just be the perfect fit for you! Guests have given positive reviews of the beds with many mentioning the comfort and cleanliness of the mattresses. The beds are also well-equipped with plugs for your devices. However, a few guests did mention that the mattresses were covered in plastic, causing some noise and making it difficult for the bed to "breathe" on hot nights. Guests also mentioned varying room sizes, from private rooms with double bunk beds to cramped dorms with tiny bunk beds. Overall, the rooms and common areas were very clean and the location is unbeatable. Just keep in mind that the rooms can't be locked and can be quite warm at night, so consider bringing a fan or requesting a room with air-conditioning.

Cleanliness

Guest reviews of Host El Greco consistently praise the cleanliness of the hostel with phrases such as "sparkling clean" and "super clean" being used to describe the environment. The bathrooms are noted as particularly nice and clean and daily cleaning is done in both common areas and dormitories. Guests find the rooms and beds to be comfortable and clean with the exception of one guest who reported finding a used condom on their bed. While there are a few reports of cleanliness issues, such as dirty sheets or bathrooms, the majority of reviews attest to the hostel's cleanliness.

Staff

Host El Greco is a welcoming and homely hotel located near the beautiful Meteora. Guests cannot stop praising the extremely friendly and helpful staff who go above and beyond to ensure everybody has a great stay. The owner, Dora, is described as amazing, kind and helpful. The staff are also mentioned as being lovely, friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Guests adore Mama Dora, who makes them feel like family and offers them tea as a welcoming gesture. The volunteers are praised for being exceptionally friendly and helpful. Ismail is mentioned as being great, having a great sense of humor and offering useful tips about the area. The overall atmosphere of the hotel is said to be amazing and the staff create a warm and sociable environment. The guests enjoy the excellent Turkish breakfast prepared by the friendly owner and appreciate the free parking available. The hotel's hospitability, friendliness and unmatched service make guests feel at home.

Wi-Fi

Guests of Host El Greco can enjoy free wifi during their stay, although some have noted that the internet connection may not be very fast and that the wifi didn't work well in some areas. However, others have found the wifi to be good, particularly when accessing it on the outdoor terrace which has a strong signal. The hotel also offers free tea and coffee for guests. Some guests have noted that there is no indoor space to sit and relax which can be inconvenient during cold weather. Additionally, some guests have reported issues with disrespectful clientele and an owner who imposes rules without displaying them. However, the hotel does not accept credit card payments and only accepts cash. Guests who need to connect to the internet for leisure, necessity or work purposes can rely on the hotel's wifi with reliable connections reported by reviewers who speak French, Korean and Polish.

No, Host El Greco doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Host El Greco.

No, Host El Greco doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Host El Greco.

No, Host El Greco doesn't have a gym.

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