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RIVER Hotel & SPA

Hotel in Călimăneşti

Set in Călimăneşti, 300 metres from Cozia AquaPark, RIVER Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

M
Marina
From
Finland
There is nothing negative about this hotel. The location is beautiful and easily accessible, the private parking is spacious and under camera surveillance. The rooms are beautiful, warm, there is a home-like feeling. The bed mattress is very comfortable, also my relative had an excellent sleep in spite of their back problems. The room is also very quiet. The hotel atmosphere is lovely. I have to emphasize the attitude of the staff - they are so wonderful, professional and smiling. All of them: at the reception, restaurant, cleaning and maintainance, and manager. The food is amazing. Breakfast has a variety of everything, very tasty! We also had the dinner at the hotel every evening during our stay, the menu is very well put together, a lot of tasty options. Our dinner was perfect every time, we tried the "dorada" fish with polenta, eggplant salad, shrimp salad, salmon-avocado starter, "papanasi" desert... The spa is wonderful with inside + outside pool, Finnish and salt saunas, and lovely music. Last, but not least, all places (indoor + outdoon hotel premises) are spotless clean. This is our second time at River hotel and we are looking forward for our next stay. <3
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,960 reviews
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US$134.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel IZVOARE Caciulata

Hotel in Călimăneşti

Set in Călimăneşti, 1.1 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel IZVOARE Caciulata offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

D
Diana
From
Moldova
The main restaurant has a wonderful cuisine The massage services are made by a professional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,319 reviews
Price from
US$111.99
1 night, 2 adults
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Ramada by Wyndham Ramnicu Valcea

Hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea

Hotel Ramada by Wyndham Ramnicu Valcea is located in the centre of Râmnicu Vâlcea, within 900 metres from the train station.

S
Stefan
From
Romania
Very modern and clean! Comfortable bed and very central location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,289 reviews
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US$81.59
1 night, 2 adults
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Grand Hotel Sofianu

Hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea

Surrounded by the Zavoi Park, 300 metres from the centre of Ramnicu Valcea, Grand Hotel Sofianu hosts an art museum with works of 500 representative Romanian plastic artists.

Š
Ščurka
From
Slovakia
Very nice hotel on the very nice place. Nice and clean room and friendly staff. Beatifull park near the hotel and free parking in front of hotel. I highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,695 reviews
Price from
US$108.56
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Queen

Hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea

Situated in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 22 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Queen features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

L
Lennart Jansson
From
Sweden
Anna was really caretaking and very nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Price from
US$64
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel NOBLESSE Boutique&Spa

Hotel in Râmnicu Vâlcea

Situated in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 25 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel NOBLESSE Boutique&Spa features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

K
Kurosawa
From
Japan
A very pleasant surprise in Valcea, after a long day on the road you can relax and enjoy the spa, the bed was divine, the pillows wonderful, the food excellent and the staff were very friendly . Will definitely come back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$110.85
1 night, 2 adults
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River Park Hotel

Hotel in Drăgăşani

Boasting a garden and free WiFi throughout the property, River Park Hotel is set in Drăgăşani. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

A
Adriana
From
Romania
Everything was new, clean, high quality, nice design. Parking in front. Great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$91.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Cascada BAILE OLANESTI

Hotel in Băile Olăneşti

Situated in Băile Olăneşti, 25 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Cascada BAILE OLANESTI features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

s
simona
From
Ireland
Very good location, easy to access
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews
Price from
US$85.71
1 night, 2 adults
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Imperial Hotel&Spa - Baile Olanesti

Hotel in Băile Olăneşti

Located in Băile Olăneşti, 26 km from Cozia AquaPark, Imperial Hotel&Spa - Baile Olanesti provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

I
Ioana
From
Romania
Excelent, the spa is amazing, multiple pools and saunas, bars, really fun for the whole family
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
Price from
US$342.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Complex Turistic Casa Romaneasca

Hotel in Călimăneşti

Situated in Călimăneşti, on the outskirts of the Olt Valley and 49 km from Ranca, Complex Turistic Casa Romaneasca features 2 saunas, dry and wet, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a restaurant...

N
Nicu
From
Romania
The place is clean, nice location with mountain view
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews
Price from
US$128.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,960 reviews

Set in Călimăneşti, 300 metres from Cozia AquaPark, RIVER Hotel & SPA offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From US$137.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,319 reviews

Set in Călimăneşti, 1.1 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel IZVOARE Caciulata offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

From US$105.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews

Situated in Călimăneşti, 300 metres from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Bucura features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$199.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

Situated in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 25 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel NOBLESSE Boutique&Spa features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$97.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

Boasting a garden and free WiFi throughout the property, River Park Hotel is set in Drăgăşani. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service.

From US$91.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews

Situated in Băile Olăneşti, 25 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Cascada BAILE OLANESTI features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

From US$86.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

Situated in Călimăneşti, 7.6 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hanul cu Sălcii features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$52.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 756 reviews

Set in Călimăneşti, 48 km from Vidraru Dam, Hotel Carolin offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$155.42 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 23 km from Cozia AquaPark, NOVO Studio offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$51.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Hotel Grandoria is a 3-star property situated in Râmnicu Vâlcea. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$77.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

Located in Băile Olăneşti, 26 km from Cozia AquaPark, Imperial Hotel&Spa - Baile Olanesti provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$152.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Located in Râmnicu Vâlcea, 25 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Bulevard provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.

From US$77.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews

Situated 23 km from Cozia AquaPark, NOVO Boutique offers 3-star accommodation in Râmnicu Vâlcea and has a garden, a terrace and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Maison Platanus has free bikes, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Voineasa. With a restaurant, the property also features a bar.

From US$68.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

Set in Călimăneşti, 400 metres from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel DADA Termal offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews

Situated in Călimăneşti, on the outskirts of the Olt Valley and 49 km from Ranca, Complex Turistic Casa Romaneasca features 2 saunas, dry and wet, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a restaurant...

From US$128.68 per night

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Hotel Horezu

Hotel in Horezu
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

Hotel Horezu features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Horezu. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

From US$43.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Situated in Obarsia-Lotrului, 27 km from Ranca Ski Resort, Hanul Haiducilor features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$79.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

Set in Călimăneşti, 1.5 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Orizont Cozia offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews

Situated in Călimăneşti, 1.6 km from Cozia AquaPark, Hotel Domnitei features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$82.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews

Ramnicu Valcea’s Hotel Castel is an elegantly furnished building with antique-looking castle-like decorative features.

From US$64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

Located in the Baile Olanesti spa resort and surrounded by forested hills, Hotel Suprem offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, cable TV, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$80.72 per night

Passiflora

Hotel in Voineasa
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Situated in Voineasa, Passiflora offers 3-star accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The hotel features both free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$45.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Located in Călimăneşti, 49 km from Vidraru Dam, Casa Popescu provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$45.71 per night

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Forest Retreat&Spa

Oveselu
From US$161.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
🇳🇴🇷🇴Fantastic place 🤩 View, staff, owners, food, spa 👌 Everything 🤩 Our plan was to stay for 1 night 🙈🫣 It ended up with 4‼️🤩 We just didn’t want to leave 🤩 My boyfriend hurt his foot earlier, and the people here took so good care of us‼️ They called the hospital and sent a person with us to the emergency 🚨 just to make sure everything was ok ❤️ V.I.P. feeling all the way🤩🙏 Also from the 🏩hotel ➡️ hospital 🏥👨‍⚕️ ➡️ pharmacy 💊💉 ➡️ and back 🏩🤩😍👍 Our stay at this hotel and România overall 🙏❤️🇷🇴 The people are so friendly and helpful ❤️🇷🇴❤️ I will totally recommend everybody to come here 🙏 Both to the country and Forest Retreat and Spa 🌳🇷🇴✅❤️ 10 of 10‼️
Guest review by
Kristin Beate
Norway

Hanul Vatra

Horezu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
The hotel is a historic building on a large, park-like piece of land just outside a small village. The area is very quiet and ideal if you like nature and a peaceful setting. The building is very charming and the rooms spacious and lovely. There is no restaurant, but they offer a choice of two meals on a self-service basis, so you can eat as much as you like, including dessert and fruit. We had dinner twice on the terrace and the food was excellent! We stayed two nights and it was the best accommodation on our 3-week holiday in Romania. It is an ideal starting point to visit the UNESCO monasteries nearby and the Culen in Maldaraesti, but you need a car.
Guest review by
Christa
Germany

Pensiunea Roberto

Malaia
From US$184.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
Very nice family run place where you feel imediatelly very welcomed and taken care of. Ideal for families as there is playground, pool, football/basketball possibilities, cat and dogs(our daughter adored). Owners serve wonderful home cooked food many of what is growned in their farm. Room was spacious and very clean. Not to forget wonderful view around. Beautiful waterfall nearby if you are into nature and hiking. We had a wonderful time and would come back.
Guest review by
Dace
Belgium

Conacul Paloși

Horezu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
It's close to the city center but still the apartment is located in the rural area. The room was very tidy and charming. The photos on booking.com site doesn't show what actually look like. They are definitely much better than it looks on those photos. And you can sit out in the garden in peaceful circumstance. There is a shared kitchen equipped with most of necessary things if you need to cook.
Guest review by
M
Hungary

Hotel Olanesti & Spa Medical

Băile Olăneşti
From US$111.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,177 reviews
Room was very clean, staff was very sociable, especially the lady from restaurant, Luminita. I was really impressed with almost everything. Maybe spa area could be improved with an extra pool. Also menu to the restaurant could be improved . But we really loved every moment.
Guest review by
ANDREEA
United Kingdom

Hotel Palace

Băile Govora
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 954 reviews
The place, the architecture of the building, the balneological treatment, and the SPA areas, the kindness of the staff and reception team, the food, and the healthy breathing air.
Guest review by
Iosyf
Israel

Grand Hotel Sofianu

Râmnicu Vâlcea
From US$91.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,695 reviews
Very nice hotel on the very nice place. Nice and clean room and friendly staff. Beatifull park near the hotel and free parking in front of hotel. I highly recommend!
Guest review by
Ščurka
Slovakia

Pensiunea Luminita

Ciungetu
From US$34.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Fantastic mountain getaway with views to kill for, charming rooms and a host Luminita who went out of her way to make our stay a memorable one. Highly recommended!
Guest review by
Willem
Netherlands

Hanul Haiducilor

Obarsia-Lotrului
From US$79.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
Everything from checkin to checkout! Staff make that places valuable, they are all absolutely amazing! They went beyond and above to make our stay.
Guest review by
Gabriela
United Kingdom

Complex Balnear Cozia - Corp Caciulata

Călimăneşti
From US$77.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,773 reviews
It was a pleasure to spend couple of days over there, the food was great and room very clean. The staff was very polite and friendly.
Guest review by
Adriana
United Kingdom

Zan Hotel

Voineasa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
It was clean and staff was very friendly. Food at the restaurant was good, especially trout.
Guest review by
Adriana
Romania

Hotel Suprem

Băile Olăneşti
From US$80.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Large room, comfortable and warm; good food, nice staff, pool, sauna, jacuzzi
Guest review by
Claudia
Romania

Pensiunea Alpina

Malaia
From US$73.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Good place. Clean and tidy. Nice service. Restaurant on site. I recommend.
Guest review by
Krzysztof
Poland

Simfonia Boutique Hotel

Râmnicu Vâlcea
From US$115.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 644 reviews
Super nice hotel with cozy rooms. A nice sauna, Very friendly stuff.
Guest review by
Monika
Romania

Complex Turistic Casa Romaneasca

Călimăneşti
From US$128.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews
The place is clean, nice location with mountain view
Guest review by
Nicu
Romania

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8.0

Recommend to visit any of the thermal baths they have there...

Recommend to visit any of the thermal baths they have there (like the one in Central Hotel in Calimanesti) or the Aqcua Park Cozia. The Olt river has a nice little island, with a monastery on it, worth visiting. There is a nicely arranged path in the forest nearby, very good for a walk in the fresh air of the forest. Nice restaurants, clean streets, neatly arranged.
Guest review by
István
Romania
10

A nice and cozy city in the mountains, within 1-2 hours...

A nice and cozy city in the mountains, within 1-2 hours drive to multiple ski resorts (Transalpina Ski or Paltinis). The city has all the facilities of big cities, but is small and not crowded. You can spend time in restaurants, coffe shops or malls, or you can go to different spa resorts that are near by (within 15-30 min of driving).
Guest review by
Andi
Romania
8.0

Nice tranquil small mountain town.

Nice tranquil small mountain town. I like it best during the autumnal season when nature develops lovely shades from light green to yellow and brown to reddish. You can take long walks on along the Olanesti river, up to Comanca monastery and natural water springs. Don't miss out the quick train voyage up to the lotus lake. (have cash with you to pay directly - 15 Ron) and the wooden church Saint Pantelimon.
Guest review by
LiviaNic
Romania
10

Nice city and lots of places to visit nearby!

Nice city and lots of places to visit nearby! Just a few examples: Trovantilor Museum, Cula I Gh Duca, Cozia Monastery, Ostrov Monastery, Arnota Monastery. Within 30km there is the Colorful Forest, the Fallen Houses, the Witches' Castle at Polovragi
Guest review by
Traian84
Romania
8.0

Elegance and still, great food, restaurant and peoples.

Elegance and still, great food, restaurant and peoples. Smoking policy missing and any moment a heavy smoker can seat next to you and destroy the moment. Dedicated smoking areas on terraces and pool areas is a must.
Guest review by
Marius
Canada
10

Good for skiing in Domeniu Schiabil Transalpina , anything...

Good for skiing in Domeniu Schiabil Transalpina , anything else dont much things to do , hard to find a good restaurant , they’re to far , and note that if u get in Voineasa with car make sure u go with full tank , as the closest petrol station is 48 minutes far from Voineasa , Pensiunea Edelweiss is good for food and staying !
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Anonymous
10

Maldarasti is a town with a history worth learning about.

Maldarasti is a town with a history worth learning about. The old church has wonderful paintings and the near-by Duca and Greceanu residences are a part of the less-known history of Romania which we thoroughly enjoyed
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Anonymous
Romania
8.0

The view is nice

The view is nice From the park starts a trek that goes through the forest to Căciulata,recomanded Not so many restaurants in Călimănești,though Căciulata offer more restaurants and spa pools ,Complex Cozia for example and more trekking opportunities on the nearby mountains
Guest review by
Cla Claude
United Kingdom
8.0

The place is underrated, has so much potential.

The place is underrated, has so much potential. While I traveled many times through it, I never stopped for more that a few minutes. But I discovered Rm. Valcea as a clean, cozy and pretty well structured city. It definitely deserves at least 3 days of staying to discover its secrets.
Guest review by
Silviu Duta
Romania
8.0

In Romania, the word Băile implies a spa town.

In Romania, the word Băile implies a spa town. The most famous spa towns in Romania are Băile Herculane, Băile Felix, Mangalia, Covasna, Călimănești & Borsec. Romania has hundreds of non-descript small spa towns - few of which get overseas visitors. Băile Olanesti is not one of the grand Spa Towns - but is one of the many far smaller affairs with old communist era hotels and guest houses and a certain amount of dilapidation in the surroundings; witness the ruined hotels, broken windows and crumbling pavements. In the days before locals could travel far they were important holiday destinations for the workers. In summer they still fill up with local families on a cheap break. The swimming pool with its water slides is packed to bursting and the evenings brings everyone out to promenade the streets, meet, smoke and have a drink. In July 2024 Băile Olanesti was packed full and busy - even if the big hotels had spare room. So why come here? Well I stayed above the spa town, in a village called Pietrișu. Take a look at the clip from Google Maps to see why - it is at the end of the road (actually a mud/earth/loose stone track) that leads to huge beech forests and a few scattered farms. The place was peaceful - precisely because it was so hard to reach even with your own car (the single track road is a challenge to a 4x4) with masses of wildlife. My experience of a month's travel in 2024 is that many of the nicest places we stayed were like this - hard to reach and certainly left out of even the backpackers' guidebooks.
Guest review by
PGSC
United Kingdom

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