First of all, the hotel is situated just before you start up the hill to the monasteries. It is a quiet and sleepy little neighborhood tucked in just below the rocks. 3 min drive to the larger town of Kalabaka if you want a busier area that has many stores, shops, and restaurants. However, within a 2 min walk of the hotel are a number of coszy tavernas with amazing food and great prices. After hiking around the monasteries all day, is was nice to have such a hidden gem to have as our home base. The service of the staff is amazing and their morning breakfast will not leave you disappointed. If you are coming to explore this region...you MUST stay here