Accommodation
HOTELS: Since independence, western-style hotels and motels have been built in Lithuania in co-operation with foreign firms. Modernisation and renovation programmes are generally concentrated in Vilnius. All major hotels in Kaunas are concentrated in the centre of the town. Meanwhile Vilnius and the other major centres in the country enjoy an adequate range of good accommodation including large hotels and smaller pensions. A star grading system is in force. For further details, contact the Lithuanian Tourist Board (see address section) or the Lithuanian Hotel Association, Hotel Lietuva, Ukmerges 20, 2009 Vilnius (tel/fax: (2) 726 560; e-mail: lha@takas.lt).
PRIVATE ROOMS: Travel agencies can arrange rental of rooms in private homes as well as houses. This is especially popular in resort regions.
CAMPING: Campsites are not numerous. The majority of them are located in the most picturesque regions: Palanga (on the shore of the Baltic Sea), Trakai (lake district) and near larger towns. There are three sites in close proximity to Vilnius. Pitching a tent is permitted at the majority of Lithuanian lakes and rivers (including the National Park) for a small fee, but almost no other facilities are provided at these sites.
YOUTH HOSTELS: There are currently about eight hostels in Lithuania. For further information, contact Lithuanian Youth Hostels, Ausros Vartu 20-15a, 2001 Vilnius (tel: (2) 625 357; e-mail: oldtownhostels@delfe.lt; website: www.balticbackpackers.com).
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