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Makedonia Palace vs The 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
Makedonia Palace
8 / 10
2, M Alexandrou Ave, Thessaloniki 54640, Greece
From $173 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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
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All units have balconies and picture windows, but if you stay here, insist on a seaside room.
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"A seaside hotel with 283 rooms, Makedonia Palace is located near in the city center and right in front of the sea." Full review
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Rooms have small, flat-screen TVs and small bathrooms, unless guests choose to upgrade to one of the pricier room options.
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A stylish five-star stay at a landmark hotel in Greece’s profoundly historic city of Thessaloniki, with extras." Full review
Fodor's 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 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
The Excelsior
7 / 10
10 Komninon St. & 23 Mitropoleos Av., Thessaloniki 54624, Greece
From $124 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"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 Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"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 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"