Mėlynasis Karpis

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This hotel-restaurant offers comfort, seclusion and a plethora of water activities. All rooms come with balcony, and some, located in a house boat, literally sit on the water. The fish dishes are terrific (mains €10 to €12). Fishing trips and boating on the delta can be organised. Guest bicycles available. Find it 6km east of Kintai village on the Minija River.


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