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Risto's Guest House

Guest house

23, Village of Elshani

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
8 mentions

The Landlady and the Landlord is very kind and helpful

Hospitable owner and staff

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

Spacious family room with fantastic view of the lake

The room was lovely, and the view of Lake Ohrid was simply incredible

Breakfast available
6 mentions

Great dinner and breakfast

Breakfast was perfect, lovingly prepared by Anita, who is such a kind and cheerf…

Great location
4 mentions

Location- view of the lake from the room and dining area

Very nice place, friendly staff, good location if you want to visit Ohrid

Clean rooms
2 mentions

Everything was perfect — the location, the spotless room, the host’s warm and he…

clean rooms with beautiful view

Overview

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.

Traveller reviews

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Lajos

solo_traveller

June 10, 2026

10

The house is in perfect locaton, beautiful tiny amd well equiped. The Landlady and the Landlord is very kind and helpful. Fear Risto, many thanks !!!

T

Torjus

solo_traveller

June 5, 2026

10

Spacious family room with fantastic view of the lake. Hospitable owner and staff.

F

Francois

solo_traveller

May 12, 2026

10

Very likeable hosts, you feel very welcome and well taken care of. Anita is lovely and full of energy. Great dinner and breakfast. The village is very charming, peaceful and close to hiking trails.

M

Mirela

family_with_children

September 15, 2025

10

I highly recommend this lovely place .

Very cosy and beautiful property with a lot of flowers and traditional design Amazing landscape from their property. Risto and Anita, the owners are kind and warm people .

V

Vicky

family_with_children

September 14, 2025

8

Wonderful

Location- view of the lake from the room and dining area

M

Marcelo Roma

couple

August 31, 2025

10

A warm and memorable stay with amazing hosts, beautiful lake views, and heartfelt hospitality.

We arrived quite late after a long journey that started in Sarandë in the morning, included a stop in Berat, and ended with crossing the border into North Macedonia all in one day. Even though it was late, we were warmly welcomed by Risto, a local truly passionate about his land. He kindly offered us his homemade wine, which was excellent, and we immediately felt at home. During our conversation, we even learned that we were the first Brazilians to stay at his guest house in its 20 years of existence, such a special moment! The room was lovely, and the view of Lake Ohrid was simply incredible. Breakfast was perfect, lovingly prepared by Anita, who is such a kind and cheerful person. Overall, it was a wonderful stay filled with warm hospitality, great conversations, and unforgettable views. I wish I could stay longer.

G

gherman

family_with_children

August 25, 2025

9

Very nice place, friendly staff, good location if you want to visit Ohrid.

O

onur

family_with_children

August 16, 2025

10

Everything is like what written in Booking.

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Yasin

family_with_children

August 13, 2025

10

Everything was perfect — the location, the spotless room, the host’s warm and helpful attitude, and the delicious breakfast. I felt so comfortable here, and if I ever come back, this will be my first choice again!

Y

Yağmur

family_with_children

August 8, 2025

10

We had a nice vacation. Risto and his wife made us feel at home. thank you for this nice vacation.

view and hospitality

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Ancuta Popa-Marin

extended_group

August 6, 2025

10

Everything 🥰

D

Debeljak

family_with_children

July 27, 2025

10

Very hospitable couple, nice hause, breakfast was very delicious.

J

Jacek_Rak

family_with_children

July 6, 2025

10

great local stay at Lake Ohrid

Great place for visiting Lake Ohrid. The road up there might be a bit complicated the first time but you won't regret it once you get there. Great breakfast, very nice owners and some crazy Balkans stories you can hear from them :)

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Beverley

extended_group

September 19, 2024

9

This is the real North Macedonia

On arrival we were warmly welcomed by Anita and promptly presented with glasses and a carafe of their delicious homemade red wine ..... very smooth and delicious. Risto took our bags upstairs to one of their family suites with balcony overlooking lake and village, perfectly situated to watch the sunsets. Beds were really comfy and showers super powerful. We liked seeing real village life and local culture. The donkeys were lovely, very well cared for. And we were lucky to be there to observe (and accidentally join in) some of the pre-wedding celebrations, although missed seeing the wedding itself as we had to catch our flight home.

M

mifsud fenech

extended_group

September 9, 2024

10

Short

We were treated like family. Everything was good. Keep it up 👍

S

Sonata

couple

September 8, 2024

10

We had amazing stay,the owners are very sweet,welcoming people,we felt like at home.The food for breakfast home made,one day we ordered the dinner it was amazing,Anita definetely good cook.The best desicion staying here.

G

Gina

couple

September 2, 2024

10

Fantastic location and great food & service.

Fantastic location and great food and service.

U

Ulrich

family_with_children

August 26, 2024

10

Perfect lodging in Ohrid

Wonderful host, lovely rooms and authentic macedonian meals. Everything you need for a stay in Ohrid. Strongly recommended!

J

Jeannette

family_with_children

August 15, 2024

10

A beautiful piece of Macedonia

The accommodation was big and spacious, with a huge private balcony overlooking an amazing view, surrounded by flowers, plants, and wildlife. Anita and Risto are the perfect hosts. They look after you from start to finish without being pushy. They are natural hosts and seem to enjoy being around their guests and making their holiday special Their homemade food is amazing. Listen to them when they give you tips for places to visit.

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Irena

family_with_children

August 12, 2024

8

Nice.clean rooms with beautiful view. Anita and Risto are very approachable people.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Hiking, Cycling

Entertainment and family services

Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

Minimarket on site, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Picnic area, Terrace

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Services

Daily housekeeping, Laundry, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Shared lounge/TV area, Fax/photocopying, Packed lunches

Deluxe Family Room

The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 4 guests 43 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Family Room - Annex Building

This room is located in the annex building, set 40 meters from the main building. It comes with free WiFi, a TV with cable channels, a refrigerator and a terrace with lake views. The en-suite bathroom comes with a shower. Please note that the breakfast is available and served at the main building.

Max 5 guests 45 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Family Room with Balcony

This air-conditioned family room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max 4 guests 31 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Family Room with Lake View

The family room comprises 2 rooms and a bathroom. There is a balcony with lake view.

Max 9 guests 38 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Family Room

This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 4 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double Room

This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Double Room

This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double or Twin Room with Lake View

This room features a private bathroom, seating area and a balcony with lake views.

Max 2 guests 15 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room with Lake View

The triple room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, a terrace with lake views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 13:00 to 21:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printNo special policies listed.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 1:31 PM

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