September: the best time to visit Thessaloniki, Greece

September is when those in the know visit Greece. After the hot summer months, the month of September provides visitors with cooler weather and less tourist crowds and is the perfect time of year to visit Greece’s second largest city: Thessaloniki.

After the busy summer months, September in Greece is like a breath of fresh air where the scorching weather seen in the height of the summer has cooled by a few degrees and the country’s sites and attractions are less busy. Thessaloniki, Greece’s second largest city is an absolute joy at this time of year as the city begins filling up once again with locals returning from their summer holidays and a heady buzz is evident in the air.

Thessaloniki is making a mark as a perfect destination for a European break, hardly surprising when one takes into account its illustrious history, breathtaking location, great shopping and renowned nightlife. Also the gateway to northern Greece, the city provides a great introduction to this fascinating part of Greece,

Located in the center of the city next to the famous Aristotelous Square, the Excelsior Hotel provides guests with the ideal location to take in Thessaloniki’s sights, attractions and charms. Housed in an incredible building dating back to 1924, this is a luxury boutique hotel that nods to its illustrious past while also looking into the future. Showcasing a neoclassical exterior combined with unique interior design, the property combines glamour, comfort and above all luxury. With 34 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, the Excelsior’s accommodations are refined and feature every conceivable comfort for travelers seeking the very best that this vibrant city has to offer. Combining a sense of aesthetic with all the creature comforts that well heeled travelers have come to expect from luxury hotels around the world, this is a hotel that is sure to provide a memorable stay.

This 5 Star boutique Hotel in Thessaloniki center also houses three unique restaurants, namely –be*, roof garden and Mezzanine, each appropriate for different tastes and perfect throughout the day as well as for fine dining come nighttime. In a city known for its plethora of incredible restaurants and great food, the Excelsior’s restaurants are a prime example of how a great restaurant in Thessaloniki should be. A leader amongst Thessaloniki hotels, a stay at the Excelsior is a must for travelers who want to be in the middle of it all in this truly wonderful city.

The Excelsior

10 Komninon St. & 23 Mitropoleos Av.

546 24, Thessaloniki, Greece

Telephone / Info: +30 2310 021 020

Reservations: +30 2310 021 000

Fax: +30 2310 021 030

Email: info@excelsiorhotel.gr