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Makedonia PalacevsThe Excelsior
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. Overall, Makedonia Palace ranks slightly better than The Excelsior. Makedonia Palace scores 86 with praise from 4 publications including Fodor's, Jetsetter and Oyster.
Makedonia Palace
Frommer's
Oyster
Jetsetter
Fodor's
The Guardian
2, M Alexandrou Ave, Thessaloniki 54640, Greece
From $173/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Almost always makes it onto Odyssey magazine's prestigious list of Greece's best hotels -- and, if you are here on business or traveling with children... this could be the place for you." Full review
i
All units have balconies and picture windows, but if you stay here, insist on a seaside room.
OysterUpscale
"A seaside hotel with 283
rooms, Makedonia Palace is located near in the city center and right in front
of the sea." Full review
i
Rooms have small, flat-screen TVs and small bathrooms, unless guests choose to
upgrade to one of the pricier room options.
Jetsetter "A stylish five-star stay at a landmark hotel in Greece’s profoundly historic city of Thessaloniki, with extras." Full review
Fodor's "You might see a rock star or the president of Albania here; it's that kind of place—just note the excellent location on the waterfront, southeast of the White Tower, with stunning views of the sunset." Full review
The Guardian "A modernist icon in a privileged position on the waterfront near the museum district, it has an outdoor pool and two multi-award-winning restaurants that lean on a fusion of Italian and Greek cuisine."
The Excelsior Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
10 Komninon St. & 23 Mitropoleos Av., Thessaloniki 54624, Greece
From $124/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
OysterUpscale
"The Excelsior is an upscale boutique hotel with an impressive 1920s-era home, located close to Thessaloniki’s main square and seafront." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This luxurious, adults-only, pet-friendly boutique hotel in a carefully renovated historic building close to Thessaloniki’s main sights combines comfort and charm with lots of modern artwork." Full review
Independent "On the energetic Mitropoleos Avenue, The Excelsior offers a sophisticated boutique option, complete with luxury interiors and immediate access to the centre of town"
