The Golden Star Hotel is a modern, white property, situated on its own private beach just 20 kilometres from Thessaloniki town centre. The 44 air-conditioned guestrooms, over four floors, have light, modern decor with light wood furniture and bright fabrics. All of the rooms open out on to balconies. Amenities include satellite television with pay movies, direct-dial phones, dial-up Internet access, sofabeds and refrigerators. Bathrooms have bathrobes and hair dryers. The hotel's Scirocco Restaurant, open for lunch and dinner, serves an extensive range of fresh seafood and traditional Greek cuisine in a light, modern setting; during the spring and summer guests can dine on the veranda and enjoy stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the private beach, unwind with a drink in the bar, or order a snack from all-hours room service. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can help with advice on the hotel and surrounding area, while other practical amenities include currency exchange, concierge services, dry cleaning, childcare, a safe-deposit box and free parking for those arriving by car. Visitors are well located to explore the area with shopping, a gym and bowling just 100 metres from the hotel, and the Regency Casino, Europe's largest, just seven kilometres away. Guests also have easy access to Thessaloniki town centre, 20 kilometres from the hotel. Makedonia International Airport is seven kilometres (four miles), approximately 15 minutes by car.

Room Types:

Standard Room With 2 Beds:   Two twin beds and one sleeper sofa. Light, modern decor with light wood furniture and bright fabrics. Balcony. Air conditioning, satellite television with pay movies, direct-dial phone, dial-up Internet access, sofabed and refrigerator. Bathroom with bathrobes and hair dryer.

Driving Directions: Transport to the city is either by taxi (approximately 6 EUR) or by public bus No. 78 (0.50 EUR). A cheap and extensive bus system operates throughout the town. Taxis are also plentiful and inexpensive, but traffic is often very heavy during rush hour.