Risto's Guest House

23, Village of Elshani, 6000 Ohrid, North Macedonia – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>120</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
120 reviews

The host Anita she is so nice and hospitable. I liked this place so much. The breakfast was wonderful. We tried the dinner. We were full of delicious and big portion of meals. It deserved its price. If I come to Macedonia, it’s sure I will prefer them 😊

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Risto's Guest House

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Risto`s Guest House is located in the village of Elshani in the Galichitsa National Park. It offers traditional food, panoramic views, various excursions, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Situated 900 metres above sea level, 10 km south of Ohrid and 1.5 km from the Ohrid Lake, you can enjoy panoramic views of the lake and the mountains from your balcony at Risto's Guest House. You can also take part in guided excursions to the National Park, donkey safaris and cooking classes. The hosts serve home-made wine, brandy, bread, traditional Macedonian food. However, this isn't fast food, so be sure to ask the owners about meal options as early as possible. The owners of Risto's Guest House speak English fluently. There are also a few stores in Elshani stocked with basic supplies.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Ohrid
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  • Pinar
    Turkey Turkey
    “The host Anita she is so nice and hospitable. I liked this place so much. The breakfast was wonderful. We tried the dinner. We were full of delicious and big portion of meals. It deserved its price. If I come to Macedonia, it’s sure I will prefer...”
  • Krystian
    Poland Poland
    “I loved the location. Peaceful and quiet. I enjoyed the silence and the view of the lake to the fullest. Risto's Guest House is not distant from the neigbouring Ohrid - around 20 to 25 minutes by car - with all the major attractions. A visit to...”
  • Tim
    Belgium Belgium
    “We had an amazing time thanks to the great hosts. The view over the lake is amazing. I would warmly recommend staying for dinner, a real treat!”

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riste and anita
Dear Guests Our guest house is a small place up in the mountain in the Galichica National park only 20 minutes by car from the city of Ohrid in the village Elshani. What make our village special is you are only 20 minutes from the town and you have totally different rural atmosphere, where you can enjoy the national park and the view on the lake at the same time. You can reach our village by car or use the local buses,they run almost every hour. Staying with us you can learn about our culture, our way of life in the village and in the Balkans in general, since we are always available for nice conversation about many thinks. If you want a real adventure you will get to ride a Donkey along the trails that are use by locals to reach their field. If you like to cook, during our cooking class you will help prepare traditional dishes.You can also try our traditional home made dishes to. We can introduce you to fascinating natural beauties and cultural treasures of the area including many villages, medieval churches and monasteries.We want to thanks all our guests who stayed with us, who share there time with us,now we know about many cultures and have friends from all over the world.
This village is a great place to enjoy walking in the mountain, and it's a perfect starting point for a number of hiking trails for all ages and skill levels.The hikers can follow trails on either the north or south end of the village to the nearby villages Konjsko or Peshtani. The windy, hilly streets of the village also provide an unforgettable place to explore.The winding, steep streets of the village also provide for an unforgettable scenery. The National Park of Mount Galicica with its flora and fauna, breathtaking views, caves, fresh air and tranquility is the best choice if you want to forget everyday stress. Visitors who are lucky enough to come in the fall can arrange to experience the preparation of ajvar, rakija and other agricultural activities.The Lake of Ohrid, which is one of the oldest in the world and among the deepest in Europe, has all the things a lake should have: clear water, delicious fish and extraordinary beauty that you can hardly forget The museum of the water is 6 km from our home and St. Naum Monastery is 17 km from our village.
Languages spoken: Bulgarian,English,Croatian,Macedonian,Serbian

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Facilities of Risto's Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Desk
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Wake-up service
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Packed lunches
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    General
    • Minimarket on site
    • Air conditioning
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • Bulgarian
    • English
    • Croatian
    • Macedonian
    • Serbian

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 11:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 11:00:00.

    FAQs about Risto's Guest House

    • The prices at Risto's Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Risto's Guest House include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Family
      • Triple

    • Check-in at Risto's Guest House is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Risto's Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing

    • Risto's Guest House is 6.2 miles from the centre of Ohrid. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.