Pros
- Hotel mini-bus to Aristotelous Square city center offered three times daily
- Rooms have seating areas, coffeemakers, and modern bathrooms
- The biggest conference hall in Macedonia on-site
- Chic rooftop pool overlooks the harbor
- Good-sized gym and spa are well-kept
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free chocolates and bottle of wine upon arrival
Cons
- Tube TVs in some rooms
- Far away from the city center of Thessaloniki
- Lack of individual climate control in the rooms
- Room decor is a bit bland
Bottom Line
A big business hotel, Porto Palace offers 176 reasonably-priced rooms -- as well as number meeting rooms and a fitness center. Built in 1913, it has been internally and externally restored since then, while maintaining many of the existing architectural style and historic touches. Rooms have very simple, verging on bland, decor, but are spacious -- and guests have access to an on-site spa, pool, and roof garden. The location, in a business port far away from the center of Thessaloniki, is not well-suited for tourists so it may be worth comparing rates with City Hotel Thessaloniki which has more modern surroundings, cheaper rates, and a central location.
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Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Allowed
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A business-minded hotel
The hotel offers business travelers and budget-minded tourists an affordable stay away from the hustle and bustle of the center of town. The large lobby is classical in design, with a wooden front desk, gold chandelier, and pillars and plants. There are also small lounge areas by the front door that offer monochrome seating. The conference rooms are very large, light and airy, with wooden vaulted ceilings, lending it the feel of being in a converted barn. There's a relaxed vibe in the P-Bar and the classically designed Zaytinya is popular with business travelers -- who don't have time to investigate restaurants further away in the city center.
Location
Short drive to Thessaloniki State Museum of Contemporary Art, Church of Panagia Chalkeon, and Aristotelous Square -- but far from the city center
Situated at the New Port, the hotel is not within walking distance of Thessaloniki city Center. That said, the hotel provides a mini bus to the city three times a day. It’s a 10-minute drive to the Museum of Contemporary Art and a 20-minute drive to Thessaloniki International Airport.
There are some shopping and entertainment districts which can be found within an approximately five-minute walk, but to see the sights and sounds of Thessaloniki you have to take a taxi to the bus and rail station, or walk there in half an hour.
Rooms
Generally pleasant with some dated features
Rooms are tastefully decorated in calm and muted earthy colors, with hints of gold and wooden furnishings. Guest rooms, Superior rooms, and Presidential Suites are offered at the hotel. Though generally pleasant, there are some dated features such as clunky wood furniture and tube TVs. Standard amenities include safes, coffee/tea makers, minibars, and modern bathrooms. Presidential Suites have sitting areas. Some windows have unattractive views. The Presidential Suite is chic, with wood floors, a stylish sitting area, two showers, bathrobes, slippers, and a wide range of pillow choices. A pleasant perk is the free welcome chocolates and bottle of wine upon arrival. Pets are allowed for a fee. All rooms are non-smoking.
Features
Large conference rooms, a gym, and a chic rooftop pool
PULSE Gym & Fitness Station isn’t open 24-hours, but it is large and well-equipped, with treadmills, elliptical machines, exercise bikes, weights, a sauna, and a whirlpool. The URSA Minor pool is chic and located on the rooftop where cocktails and snacks are served. The hotel is a good pick for a wedding venue with the choice of a rooftop celebration or party in one of the massive halls -- the Grand Pietra Hall being the biggest hotel hall in Macedonia. But overall the hotel has a business feel, with numerous meeting rooms and a restaurant that serves an extensive breakfast buffet.
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Scene
A business-minded hotel
The hotel offers business travelers and budget-minded tourists an affordable stay away from the hustle and bustle of the center of town. The large lobby is classical in design, with a wooden front desk, gold chandelier, and pillars and plants. There are also small lounge areas by the front door that offer monochrome seating. The conference rooms are very large, light and airy, with wooden vaulted ceilings, lending it the feel of being in a converted barn. There's a relaxed vibe in the P-Bar and the classically designed Zaytinya is popular with business travelers -- who don't have time to investigate restaurants further away in the city center.
Location
Short drive to Thessaloniki State Museum of Contemporary Art, Church of Panagia Chalkeon, and Aristotelous Square -- but far from the city center
Situated at the New Port, the hotel is not within walking distance of Thessaloniki city Center. That said, the hotel provides a mini bus to the city three times a day. It’s a 10-minute drive to the Museum of Contemporary Art and a 20-minute drive to Thessaloniki International Airport.
There are some shopping and entertainment districts which can be found within an approximately five-minute walk, but to see the sights and sounds of Thessaloniki you have to take a taxi to the bus and rail station, or walk there in half an hour.
Rooms
Generally pleasant with some dated features
Rooms are tastefully decorated in calm and muted earthy colors, with hints of gold and wooden furnishings. Guest rooms, Superior rooms, and Presidential Suites are offered at the hotel. Though generally pleasant, there are some dated features such as clunky wood furniture and tube TVs. Standard amenities include safes, coffee/tea makers, minibars, and modern bathrooms. Presidential Suites have sitting areas. Some windows have unattractive views. The Presidential Suite is chic, with wood floors, a stylish sitting area, two showers, bathrobes, slippers, and a wide range of pillow choices. A pleasant perk is the free welcome chocolates and bottle of wine upon arrival. Pets are allowed for a fee. All rooms are non-smoking.
Features
Large conference rooms, a gym, and a chic rooftop pool
PULSE Gym & Fitness Station isn’t open 24-hours, but it is large and well-equipped, with treadmills, elliptical machines, exercise bikes, weights, a sauna, and a whirlpool. The URSA Minor pool is chic and located on the rooftop where cocktails and snacks are served. The hotel is a good pick for a wedding venue with the choice of a rooftop celebration or party in one of the massive halls -- the Grand Pietra Hall being the biggest hotel hall in Macedonia. But overall the hotel has a business feel, with numerous meeting rooms and a restaurant that serves an extensive breakfast buffet.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Airport Transportation
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Babysitting Services
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Business Center
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Cable
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Concierge
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Dry Cleaning
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pets Allowed
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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