Outstanding luxury, exclusive "Monument" hotel...Imaret Hotel

Exceptional, rare and truly superb. Imaret is one of a few places which, if it were the only place you ever visited, you would feel you have really travelled. A jewel of Egyptian architecture painstakingly converted into an exclusive luxurious hotel - where, history, taste, style and exotic architecture, calm quality hospitality and ambience of quality and privilege combine. A destination in its own right, in an area with many travellers treats in store. Rooms range from oh-so-fine and unique to a major exotic treat, domed ceilings, draped areas and beds - full of eastern promise and the first level of Greek hospitality.

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KAVALA: The star of Eastern Makedonia and its historical crossroads. It has existed since Neolithic times and is said to have been host to St Paul's first port of call to preach the bible. The Romans, Goths, Huns, Normans have at various times taken an interest in the town...Read our >>Kavala feature<<

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Boutique hotel in charming old building, perfect location...Capsis Bristol Hotel

Charming period building small and intimate, romantic city hotel in an interesting renewed area of Thessaloniki ("Ladadika"). The hotels has an attractive, authentic exterior and 20 spacious rooms and suites with fine decor. Close to the seafront and the galleries, cultural event centres, cafes & restaurants of the harbour. The Ladadika district is now chic, with cafes & bistros, in central location, steps away from the great squares, seafront esplanade, shops and museums of the city.

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"In the centre of things", historic building...Luxembourg Hotel

A great location in the centre of what must be the most memorable aspect of Thessaloniki - its waterfront, shops, museums and cafes. Luxembourg is a period building offering good rooms, warm & friendly hospitality, comfort. A pleasing hotel that is a popular choice with professional artists attending the Thessaloniki film festival. Good price for a very enjoyable city hotel with character.

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THESSALONIKI: One of the more interesting cities to visit in Greece, Thessaloniki combines successfully the bustling city offerings of the second largest city in the country, with a more cultural, artistic, gourmet and historic character. A metropolitan hub and a collection of peculiar corners you will enjoy discovering...Read our >>Thessaloniki feature<<

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A perch in the mountains, near ski slopes...Granitis Hotel

The mountain village hotel typified. A stone lodge style building holds 12 rooms and a couple of suites, a lounge with fireplace and ample windows to enjoy the "after the day's exploration" evening drink or meal. Skiing is available 40 minutes away, but summer visits - as all seasons - offer the joys of a small village and its ever changing colours on the mountains surrounding it. Good central resting point for a few days, followed by a drive onto the contrasting route to Drama or Kavala or along a wondrous and magical, tensely winding road down to Serres.

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GRANITIS-DRAMA: Granitis is a small village, 30 km from Drama. Drama is a not so well known town of quiet, local character - with some surprises like its parks with marble sculptures and a claim to international fame due to its Short Film festival. Other attractions: Archaeological Museum, Fort Lisse at Ochyro, the Falakro ski centre...Read our >>Makedonia feature<<

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Chalet-like wooden mountain lodge in dramatic view area...Dasiko Horio

Dasiko Horio is there for the mountain air, chalet-like feel, big open fireplace in the large cabin room that is restaurant, bar and lounge combined. This is a very cheap-priced and simple place to stay with dazzling views of tree covered mountains, distant islands and a nearby (though randomly open) ski area. A fun frolic in fresh air, refreshingly original and traditional dishes at the restaurant are especially well prepared. One of a few places that gives you the spirit of a simple mountain cabin in a convenient and fascinating area. Superb hiking, close to Kavala and nestled on the fabled Paggaio - road to it is kept open in winter! And in short shrift - it's a brief drive to be beside the glistening sea.

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AKROVOUNI-KAVALA: Akrovouni is a tiny village at the foot of Paggaio (Pangeon) mountain, a few km from Eleftheroupoli and the shore...Read our >>Kavala feature & our Makedonia feature<<

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