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It's located in what was the plunge pool of an old Turkish bath. Ignore the main courses on the (Greek) menu and go for a selection of the mezedes. There's a huge variety with generous portions at only a few euros each. Our favourites were the horta (steamed wild greens served with olive oil and lemon juice), the favakeftedes (split pea croquettes), and the lovely local sausages.

Two people could happily eat their fill and wash it down with a carafe of local wine for under thirty euros.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23763 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23562
Budget travellers can stay at the Plakias Youth Hostel run by amiable manager Chris, while the more well heeled can rent a small apartment for a few more Euros.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23562 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22322
Eight person spacious dorms all with a patio, table and chairs surround a grass covered communal area with ample shade.

The manager is on hand to take care of simple needs like internet access, bottles of local wine and ice cold Mythos beers. Breakfast is a simple and cheap affair but the community spirit is what makes the hostel buzz.

Guests come from all over the world and some stay months or even the whole season to enjoy the local beaches and simple life that Plakias affords.

A world away from the resorts of the north the Plakias youth hostel gives much in return for the thoughtful and social traveller.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22322 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13596
Mountain biking, walking, bird watching, visits to nearby monasteries etc. Delicious food. Don't be put off by the website name - "agrotourism" is the Greek rough equivalent to rural eco-tourism, and has nothing to do with "aggro" lager louts!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13596 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13054 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13054 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11559
The cult of YH Plakias has developed over decades as there are many "regulars" who come back year after year. Six marriages and five babies have resulted from relationships formed at the hostel. Chris the manager will make you very welcome. And all this at eight euros a night.

I am expecting a man shortage this year as I am coming back with five of my girlfriends so any eligible guys out there, hope to see you in May!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11559