Penzión Andrej

Slovakia


For comfortable digs in the vicinity of bewitching village reserve Vlkolínec, you won't do better than this immaculately clean guesthouse. The large rooms – some with sloped, chalet-style ceilings – have desks, small kitchens and very fast wi-fi. The welcome is unhurried and warm, plus there's an optional cooked breakfast (€4). Cash only.


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