About

Backpackers and travelers hostel is located right in the heart of the old town of Ioannina. 100m from the hostel you will find the doors of the castle where you can explore all of the historic sights.
200m down the street you will reach the lake where you can enjoy a walk with a beautiful view of the mountains. From the small harbor there, you can catch a 10 minute ferry to the island which runs every 30 minutes. The walk around the island takes 20 minutes by foot and it contains 7 monastery communities with beautiful stone houses. About 200 people live there, making it the only inhabited island inside of a lake in all of Europe.
Around the hostel there are endless options for food, drinks, and shopping. There are numerous cafes, tapas bars, and restaurants with just a short walk down the street.
Overall our passion is the mountains as we have 30 years of experience with the territory. There are 3 of the national parks of Greece located nearby including Vikos, Valia Kalda, and Tzoumerka.
Every day after 7pm we gather with our guests to discuss details about visiting the nearby attractions. With our knowledge we are always willing to help with directions and transportation instructions for day trips or longer journeys.

Backpackers and travelers Central Old Town Policies and Conditions:

Payment method: Only cash.
Cancellation policy: 48h before arrival.

Age restrictions: 16 - 27.
Over 27 years old only with the owner's permission .

Check in from 13:30 to 23:00 .
Check out before 11:00 .

Taxes included.
Breakfast not included.

No curfew.
Child friendly.
Non smoking.
AC in dorms.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
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Reviews

9.5Superb(363)
  • Value for Money
    9.5
  • Security
    9.9
  • Atmosphere
    9.1
  • Cleanliness
    9.6
  • Staff
    9.9
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    8.7
Stayed in Oct 2025
9.7
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Idan
Male, 25-30, Israel
Kostas is welcoming and also knows a lot about hiking in the region - don't hesitate to ask him about your trip plans! He will give a lot of hiker2hiker advice.Came before and after my trip to Zaguri as an urban break. location is very good near to the old town and not far from transportation. House is nice and cozy, with an inner patio and porch.
Stayed in Oct 2025
10
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Tory
Female, 25-30, USA
This is a true backpacker hostel. It’s small and quaint, just social enough. Kostas is an amazing host with all the information, it felt like I was a guest in his home. The kitchen, upstairs terrace, and location are so ideal. Surrounded by mountains, cute pedestrian walk ways, the lake and the island were the cherry on top. It’s paradise for hikers, the wifi can be spotty so plan to come here to spend your days out exploring and know when you return at the end of the day you are home.
Stayed in Sept 2025
8.9
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Ethan
Female, 25-30, USA
Overall a nice place to see Ioannina from. Accommodating host and pretty clean. A little limited on bathroom facilities if the place is busy.
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Location

Giosef Eligia 15, Ioannina, Greece
1.6km from city centre