Guesthouse Lithos is the small, budget-friendly pick in Kastraki, the village right below the rock towers. It has only three room types, a double, a triple and a quadruple, and every one has a Meteora view. Rooms have furnished balconies, air conditioning, free wifi, a refrigerator, an electric kettle and a bathroom with a tub or shower. The guesthouse has a terrace, a bar and a restaurant, a continental breakfast for an extra charge, and free self parking. It is a short walk from the Geological Museum of Meteora and about 13 minutes on foot from the rocks themselves. It suits walkers, climbers and independent travellers who want a quiet village base.
Location and getting around
Lithos sits in Kastraki, about two kilometres from Kalambaka town. The Geological Museum of Meteora is about three minutes away on foot, the rocks about 13 minutes, and the Monastery of St Nicholas Anapausas around 17 minutes. The tourist information centre is a four-minute drive and the church in Kalambaka five minutes by car.
The railway station is about six minutes away by car, though some visitors walk it in around half an hour. Most monasteries need a taxi, a car or a guided tour, and the hotel can help with tour and ticket bookings.
The rooms
The Double Room with a Meteora view sleeps two, the Triple Room is around 226 square feet and sleeps three, and the Quadruple Room is around 248 square feet and sleeps four. Each has a furnished balcony, so the evening view of the rocks is part of the stay. Facilities include air conditioning, free toiletries, daily housekeeping and a lobby with coffee and tea. There is no pool or gym, and wifi is free in the rooms.
Eating and parking
A continental breakfast is available at an extra charge, and the terrace, bar and restaurant make a simple evening possible without going out. Several tavernas are within a short walk or drive, and the hotel can suggest options. Self parking is free.
Who it suits
Couples, hikers, climbers and families of up to four who want a small, friendly place at a modest price. Pets are not allowed. Because it is a small guesthouse, rooms are limited, so book early in the busy months of spring and autumn.
Good to know
Check-in is from 2 pm until 11 pm, and check-out is at 11:30 am. Heating and cooling can vary with the season, so ask about both if you visit in the coldest or hottest weeks. Free cancellation applies on some rates, so check when you book.
Why stay here
- ✓Meteora-view rooms
- ✓Furnished balconies
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Bar and restaurant
- ✓Free wifi in rooms
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Continental breakfast (surcharge)
Good questions
Is breakfast included?+
A continental breakfast is available at an extra charge. Check what your rate includes when you book.
How far is it from the rocks?+
About 13 minutes on foot, with the Geological Museum of Meteora about three minutes away on foot.
Does Lithos have parking?+
Yes, free self parking is available.
