The Excelsior Hotel, ThessalonikiThe Excelsior Hotel in Thessaloniki, Greece has a corrected score of 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 28 hotels we score in Thessaloniki. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction: Booking.com 4.3, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.3. Rooms from about $207 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Excelsior Hotel is a five-star boutique property situated in central Thessaloniki. Housed in a neoclassical building from 1924, the hotel sits near Aristotelous Square and the waterfront promenade. It suits travellers seeking a blend of historical architecture and contemporary design. The hotel provides a restaurant serving fusion cuisine, massage services, and valet parking. Guests can access local landmarks like the White Tower on foot. While the hotel offers a high standard of service and upscale amenities, the central location means it is positioned within a busy urban environment. The property is part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection and allows pets.What stands out

Central location near the waterfront

Fusion cuisine restaurant

Pet friendly policy

Valet parking available

Watch out for

Located in a busy urban area

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