The Athena Palace Hotel is a modern glass-fronted hotel set in a peaceful area, two kilometres from airport and 12 kilometres from Thessaloniki's centre. The 52 air- conditioned guestrooms, over two floors, feature light, modern decor with patterned fabrics and contemporary wood furnishings. All offer balconies, satellite television with pay movies, dial-up Internet access, direct-dial phones and minibars. The hotel's modern Oak Tree Restaurant and Bar is bright and airy and offers an array of traditional Greek and Mediterranean dishes. Guests can work out in the fitness centre, enjoy a swim in the indoor heated pool, warm up in the sauna, and indulge in massages in the health club. On warm days guests can sunbathe beside the outdoor pool, and the hotel has its own tennis courts where guests can practice their serves or take part in group lessons, as well as a bar with a pool table. Business travellers can meet in the comfort of a contemporary, well-equipped conference room seating up to 200, while other practical amenities include concierge services, 24-hour room service and free parking. The hotel is well placed for exploring the historic city and the surrounding area; tourists will find the city Ramparts, the famous White Tower, and the Turkish Baths and Archaeological Museum all 12 kilometres from the hotel. Makedonia International Airport is two kilometres away, a drive of about eight minutes.

Room Types:

Standard room:   One double bed, or two twin beds, or one twin bed. Balcony. Satellite TV with pay movies. Internet access. Direct-dial telephone. Minibar. Private bathroom with telephone, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer. In-room safe. Air conditioning.

Suite:   One double bed and two sofa beds. Balcony. Modern decor. Two satellite TVs with pay movies. Internet access. Direct-dial telephone. Minibar. Private bathroom with bath tub, telephone, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer. In-room safe. Air conditioning. Welcome amenities include bottle of red wine "Athina".

Driving Directions: Taxis are available outside the airport. A cheap and extensive bus system operates throughout the centre. Taxis are also plentiful and inexpensive, but traffic is often very heavy during rush hour.