Doupiani House is the hotel many visitors choose for the view. It stands in Kastraki, close to the rock towers, and many of its rooms look straight at the monasteries. The page lists nine room types, from singles to quadruples, with garden-view and panoramic options. There is a cafe and bar, a garden, a terrace and furnished balconies, plus a fireplace in the lobby. Free parking and wifi, air conditioning, bike rentals and an area shuttle add convenience. Guests praise the setting and the staff, though a few mention dated bathrooms.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Kastraki, about a ten-minute walk from the base of Meteora and an eight-minute walk from the Geological Museum of Meteora. St Nicholas Anapausas is about thirteen minutes on foot, and Varlaam is a six-minute drive. Kalambaka station is about eight minutes by car. Because walking is possible for the nearest monastery, it suits guests who do not have a car, though a taxi or tour is needed for the others.
The rooms
Nine room types are listed, ranging from about 215 to 291 square feet, with options for one to four guests. Panoramic and mountain-view rooms are the ones to ask for. The hotel has free in-room wifi and air conditioning, and a buffet breakfast is offered for an additional charge. No restaurant is listed at the hotel, but the cafe and bar serve guests and Kastraki has tavernas within walking distance.
Who it suits
Couples, small groups and families who want to wake up facing the rocks without paying for a top-end hotel. It is also a good choice for walkers and cyclists, with bike rentals on site.
Good to know
Ask whether any building work is under way nearby and which rooms it might affect. The page gives no winter opening dates, so confirm that the hotel is open on your dates. Pets are not allowed.
Why stay here
- ✓Panoramic monastery views
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓Cafe and bar
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Free wifi
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Bike rentals and area shuttle
- ✓Lobby fireplace
Good questions
Does Doupiani House have monastery views?+
Many rooms are listed as panoramic or mountain view, and guests often praise the views. Ask for a view room when you book.
Is there a restaurant?+
The page lists a cafe and bar but no restaurant. Kastraki has tavernas within walking distance.
Can I walk to a monastery?+
St Nicholas Anapausas is about a thirteen-minute walk. Other monasteries need a taxi, car or tour.
