Makedonia Palace: Historic Hospitality

Greece Is | January 19th, 2016

Built during the 1970s, Makedonia Palace is regarded as one of Greece’s most famous and prestigious hotels.

A historic landmark on Thessaloniki's waterfront.

LOCATION

On the Thessaloniki seafront, overlooking the Thermaikos gulf

BACKGROUND

The Makedonia Palace luxury hotel was built during the 1970s and is regarded as one of Greece’s most famous and prestigious hotels. Over the years it has hosted many Greek and international celebrities, while every September, during the annual opening ceremony of the Thessaloniki International Trade Fair, it hosts the Greek Prime Minister along with most of the Cabinet.

Thessaloniki’s redesigned seaside promenade, stretching before the fully renovated luxury hotel, provides guests with ample opportunities for leisurely strolls.

The White Tower, the city’s landmark and most significant monument, is just a few steps away, while downtown Thessaloniki is a five-minute walk.

Makedonia Palace offers 283 luxury rooms and suites designed with comfort, functionality and luxury in mind.

The outdoor pool is open during the warm months

FEATURES

Makedonia Palace offers 283 luxury rooms and suites designed with comfort, functionality and luxury in mind. The rooms or suites with sea views will make certain your stay is a memorable one.

The hotel’s amenities include a jewelry store, a gift shop, a hair salon, fitness facilities and an outdoor pool, open during the warm months.

The hotel also provides state of the art conference room infrastructure and services, which allows it to successfully manage any kind of business meeting or social event, rendering it among the city’s top conference venues.

STANDOUTS

• The hotel’s 9th floor offers views of the city and the Thermaikos Gulf and, with a capacity to host up to 400 people, it’s an ideal spot for special events

• Three different restaurants to satisfy all tastes

• Amazing views and opportunities for strolls on the seaside promenade

When it comes to food the Makedonia Palace will spoil you for choice.

FOOD & DRINK

For a taste of creative Greek cuisine, try the renovated Symposium restaurant.

The Thymare restaurant offers fresh seafood dishes accompanied by good wine and an enchanting view of the Thermaikos gulf from its terrace or lounge.

At the Italian restaurant Navona you can start your day with an espresso and a tasty snack, move on to some traditional Italian dishes, such as pizza or pasta and, later on, relax at the bar with an aperitif or a signature cocktail.

Another option for coffee or cocktails is the Salonica café-bar, located right next to the hotel’s entrance, offering temporary respite in between ventures into the city.

Finally, cocktails can also be enjoyed at the Pool bar, open from May to September.