Originally Posted by
EuropeanPete
A stay at this hotel is like taking a step 20 years back in time. That's almost always a criticism from me, but in this case there are some advantages. Travelling in the Mediterranean this summer is not exactly comfortable at the moment with the high prices, crowds and dodgy service, but by turning back time this HR is a pleasant oasis of calm:
- Room: Somewhat stale smelling, but otherwise pleasant enough. I appreciate a proper desk and chair. Globalist Suite upgrades only get you a Deluxe Room at the moment, but the hotel moved upped me to a Regency Suite
- Servicee: Old-school, pleasant and effective
- F&B: Several venues including a formal restaurant with a pretty serious chef. It's rare to see free prosecco with breakfast nowadays! Their cocktail menu is ancient, but at least one bartender really knows what they're doing
- Fellow guests: Mainly Greek and a smattering of other Europoean citizenships - nobody taking ad-hoc photoshoots or playing music on their phones. Lots of kids, but not really disruptive
- Price: Thessaloniki is not a prime tourist venue, nor is the hotel up to date or by a beach, but still - 8,000 points or less than €200 strikes me as a bargain
Exactly why I am fond of this hotel. Chilled out, relaxed, nice pool, etc. but not a setting that will draw Instagrammers, party-ers, etc. And costing few points...
Are they still providing Globalists with copious amounts of complimentary bottles of red wine? The last time I stayed for several days, I would finish the "amenity gift" bottle after a couple of days and they'd keep bringing another one each day! And is the lounge still just a few sandwiches and drinks?