Welcome to The Excelsior!

Dear Friends and Associates,

Welcome to The Excelsior, one of the most prominent small and

luxury hotels in Thessaloniki. Situated in the heart of the city, The

Excelsior has well established itself within the fashionable clientele

as well as business guests who cherish luxury while still being in the

city center.

Konstantinos Tornivoukas CEO

PHILOSOPHY

D i s c o v e r

How it all began

Location & Access

Hotel Architecture

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T h e s s A lo n i k i

OverviewPractical Information

Public HolidaysMuseums in one look

Monuments Events and FestivalsTaste ThessalonikiNearby Excursions

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TA s T e & D r i n k

Be* bar & kitchenMezzanine

Roof Garden

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Hospitality Runs in the Family!

A family that goes back to 1925, when Konstantinos Tornivoukas Senior

founded Mediterranean Palace, the first luxury hotel in Thessaloniki.

In 1962, his son George and wife Ismini, succeeded him with the

City Hotel located also in the centre of Thessaloniki and in 1973,

the magnificent Eagles Palace, the pride of the family, was built in

Ouranoupolis. Named after the symbol of Byzantium and Orthodoxy,

this unique hotel is breathtaking, due to its location, flair and monastic

architecture. A mere 4 km from the Mount Athos gates, the hotel has

welcomed numerous important guests from all over the world.

Since 1999, Konstantinos Tornivoukas son and his wife Lena have

assumed their place in the family business. Envisioning the future and

respecting the past, they have made major renovations at the company’s

hotels as well as embarked on new projects.

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DISCOVER | Location + Access

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THESSALONIKIGREECE

Thessaloniki

Athens

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Thessaloniki’s airport Macedonia is 15km (10 miles) to the South, approximately a 35 minute drive.

Thessaloniki’s train station is less than 2 Km (1+ mile) away, and under normal circumstances, it’s only a 10minute ride (20minutes during rush hour).

There are numerous domestic and international daily departures and arrivals, connecting Thessaloniki with other Greek and European cities through both air and rail.

Our concierge will happily arrange for a taxi or arrange for a Car rental upon request.

Distances from The Excelsior Hotel to:

Macedonia International Airport 15 km

Bus Station 200 m

Train Station 2 km

White Tower / City Beach 1 km

Helexpo Exhibition Center 1 km

Shopping Center nearby

Excelsior Hotel is situated in the heart of Thessaloniki, just a stonethrow away from Aristotelous square.

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DISCOVER | Hotel Architecture

The Excelsior is a historical building, built in Thessaloniki in 1925, which was originally designed to be a hotel.

Plans were made by the French engineer Jean Joseph Playber in collaboration with the architect Eli Hassid Fernandez.

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The hotel was completely renovated by the Tornivoukas family in 2008-2009.

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It preserved its original, stunning facade with new, clean and modern interiors.

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THESSALONIKI | Overview

Thessaloniki is an ancient city, founded in 315 BC, and remaining important throught Ancient and Byzantine times.

As the second biggest city of Greece, Thessaloniki has a city population of 322,240 and a metro area population of 1,104,460.

Considered the cultural capital of Greece, the city is always abust with cultural events: music, theater, festivals. The city’s vibrant, happy student population help make Thessaloniki one of the top party cities in Greece and of the whole of Europe.

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THESSALONIKI | Practical information

Currency: Euro Time Zone: Greenwich Time +2 Language: Greek. English spoken by most localsCity population: 322.240 Metro area population: 1.104.460

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Climate Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year

Average high temperature in oC 9.3 10.9 14.2 19 24.5 29.2 31.5 31.1 27.2 21.2 15.4 11 20.4 in oF 48.7 51.6 57.6 66.2 76.1 84.6 88.7 88 81 70.2 59.7 51.8 68.7

Average low temperature in oC 1.3 2.2 4.5 7.5 12.1 16.3 18.6 18.3 14.9 10.8 6.8 3 9.7 in oF 34.3 36 40.1 45.5 53.8 61.3 65.5 64.9 58.8 51.4 44.2 37.4 49.5

Average precipitation days 11.8 11.3 12.4 11.2 10.7 7.5 5.9 4.7 5.9 8.7 11.5 12.5 114.1

Mean monthly sunshine hours 98.7 102.6 147.2 202.6 252.7 296.4 325.7 295.8 229.9 165.5 117.8 102.6 2.337

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THESSALONIKI | Public Holidays

New Year’s Daylocal name: Protochronia January 1

Epiphanylocal name: Ton Foton January 6

Greek Independence Daylocal name: Tou Evangelismou March 25

Greek Cypriot National Day April 1

Orthodox Good Fridaylocal name: Megali ParaskeviThe Friday before Easter Sunday movable

Orthodox Easter Mondaylocal name: Deftera tou PaschaThe day after Easter Sunday movable

Labour Daylocal name: Protomayia May 1

Orthodox Whit Monday June 13

Assumption of Vergin Marylocal name: Kimisi tis Theotokou August 15

Saint Dimitrios Day only in Thessaloniki October 26

Greek National Day - The “Ochi day”local name: Epetios tou Ohi October 28

Christmas Daylocal name: Xristougenna December 25

New Year’s Eve December 31

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THESSALONIKI | Arts & Culture | Museums in one look

NAME DESCRIPTION VISIT FOR LOCATION

Museum of Byzantine Culture Aspects of everyday life during the byzantine and post-byzantine period.

Artifacts are presented in a “short story” format, making it a pleasant, informative visits

2 Stratou Avenue

Archaeological Museum Important collection of archaeological relics of Archaic,Classical, Hellenistic and Roman periods from the city of Thessaloniki the region of Macedonia.

Interesting collection with priceless artifacts such as the star of Macedonia.

6 Manoli Andronikou Avenue

Macedonian Museum of Modern Art

Works of art, sculpture, video art, art photography and engraving.

Important modern greek and international artists.

154 Egnatia str.(Thessaloniki International Fair)

Telloglion Museum Works of art by important Greek and European artists.

Interesting and temporary exhibitions. (Check with concierge)

159A Agiou Dimitriou str.

White Tower Museum Aspects of the history of Thessaloniki through time.

Housed in the monument- symbol of Thessaloniki, the White Tower.

White Tower

Ataturk House Museum The house where Kemal Ataturk was born.

Historically interesting monument. 75 Apostolou Pavlou str.

Thessaloniki Cinema Museum Exhibits include film cameras, film projectors, original promotional material of films.

Housed in one of the landmark warehouses of Thessaloniki’s port.

Warehouse A’ Thessaloniki Port

Thessaloniki Museum of Phorography

Photograph collections of Greek and foreign artists.

Housed in one of the landmark warehouses of Thessaloniki’s port.

Warehouse A’ Thessaloniki Port

Jewish Museum The Sephardic heritage as it evolved in the city after the 15th century.

Discover Thessaloniki’s rich cultural history.

13 Agiou Mina str.

Olympic Museum The only Museum in Greece dedicated to Sports.

Great visit for sports enthousiasts and young children.

Agiou Dimitriou & 3 Septemvriou str.

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Museum of Byzantine Culture

Archaeological Museum

Macedonian Museum of Modern Art

Telloglion Museum

White Tower Museum

Ataturk House Museum

Thessaloniki Cinema Museum

Thessaloniki Museum of Photography

Jewish Museum

Olympic Museum

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THESSALONIKI | Arts & Culture | Monuments

NAME DATE DESCRIPTION

Rotonda 300 AD A temple of Cabeiros or Zeus

Arch of Galerius 298 to 299 CE Arch erected to celebrate the power of Roman Emperor Galerius.

Galerius Palatian Complex 3rd to 4th century AD Remains of the palace of Roman emperor Galerius

Roman Forum 2nd century A.D The Ancient Forum, the administrative centre of ancient Thessaloniki

White Tower 16th century The symbol of Thessaloniki

Church, Crypt of St. Demetrius crypt / 4th century / 1917 The church of the patron Saint of Thessaloniki.

Aheiropiitos Basilica 4th century Interesting church bulding

Church of Agia Sophia 8th century The old cathedral of Thessaloniki

The Walls 315 BC Ruins of the walls of Thessaloniki with stunning views of the city

Bey Hamam 1444 A Turkish bathhouse

Yeni Camii 1902 The last mosque built in Thessaloniki

Alaça Imaret 1484 Recently restored and transformed into a venue for concerts and art exhibitions.

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White Tower

Rotunda

The Walls

Arch of Galerius

Galerius Palatian Complex

Alaça Imaret

Yeni Camii

Roman Forum

Church, Crypt of St. Demetrius

Aheiropiitos Basilica

Bey Hamam Church of

Agia Sophia

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THESSALONIKI | Arts & Culture | Events and Festivals

EVENT DESCRIPTION TIME

Helexpo Different fares organized during the year All year round

Dimitria Festival Arts festival September - October

International Film Festival Founded in 1960, is considered to be the top film festival of South Eastern Europe. November

Documentary Film Festival Documentaries from all over the world March

Photo Biennale International Photography Meeting, organized every 2 years by the Museum of Photography of Thessaloniki.

Spring

Thessaloniki Food Festival A Gastronomy Festival, organized by the Municipality of Thessaloniki. It concerns events and action that highlight the flavors, the local products and the gastronomy of the Thessaloniki, in order to become a top culinary destination for both Greek and foreign visitors.

All year round

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Thessaloniki Outdoor Markets

• Modiano meat market Meat market, groceries, taverns, traditional Thessaloniki street food

• Vlali flea Market (Kapani) Fresh fish, spices, milk products

Dining and Entertainment

• Ladadika: an important and preserved area in the city center, offering a vast number of taverns and restaurants, as wells as cafes, bars and clubs. • Valaoritou area • Great Restaurants and clubs all over the town• Shopping districts in the city center

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THESSALONIKI | Nearby Excursions

SITE DESCRIPTION TIME

Vergina Archaeological site of the city of Aigai and the tumb of Philippos (the father of Alexander the Great).

1 hour drive

Olympos The highest mountain of Greece, close to Thessaloniki, which was the mythical home of the Greek Gods.

1 hour drive

Wine Roads Great vineries in the vincinity of Thessaloniki. 1-3 hours drive

Beaches Marvelous beaches very close to Thessaloniki. 1-3 hours drive

Thermal Springs and Spa Various natural thermal baths such as Thermi, Agkistron or Pozar. 1-3 hours drive

Mount Athos A World Heritage Site and autonomous polity in the Hellenic Republic, Athos is home to 20stavropegial Eastern Orthodox monasteries

1 hour drive

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TASTE

be* bar & kitchen

be*: american comfort food, perfect burgers, creative cocktails and attentive service under the roof of The Excelsior, one of the most breathtaking buildings of Thessaloniki.

Reservations: 2310 021010Opening hours: 10:00-02:00

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Mezzanine

80m2

Used as a lounge, or a business lounge for our guestsCan be rented for special events

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Roof Garden

80m2

Breakfast Room

Breakfast is served daily & Saturdays 07:00-10:30 & 07:00-11:00 on Sundays, on the sunny Roof Garden of The Excelsior

Omelettes cooked upon request and offered free of extra charge

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STAY | Rooms

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STAY | Rooms

• Queen size beds• Private balconies with city or courtside view

• Modern Interiors: Gold panel curtains, designer furniture, wooden floors, marble bathrooms • Contemporary artworks in every room

• Every room different and unique in its design

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Room Type Number of rooms Square meters

Classic Rooms 16 20 m2

Deluxe Rooms 11 25 m2

Junior Suites 7 35 m2

Excelsior Suites 3 55 m2

Room Facilities

• Nespresso coffee machines in all rooms• Free Internet Access• Bathrooms with shower or bathtub• APIVITA amenities in the rooms• Mini Bar• TV / Radio• Telephone• Air Conditioning / Heating• Bathrobes & slippers• VIP Welcome treatments in the room

Hotel Facilities

• American buffet breakfast at Roof Garden• Room Service• 24-Hour Front Desk• Private Concierge• Babysitting upon request• Express check in / out upon request• Car rental upon request• Free Internet Access• Conference Room• Bistro Bar Restaurant• Parking within walking distance with extra charge

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ORGANIZE

ORGANIZE | Conferences

IsminiThe Excelsior Conference Room95 m2

The Excelsior Conference room brings enhanced service standards and innovative amenities to Thessaloniki providing audio-visual equipment, video displays and other tools for meetings or conferences, promising an effective and productive event.

Meet in the CityCity Hotel Meeting Room55 m2

Our elegant “Meet in the City” meeting room is ready to accommodate different kind of meetings, private dinners, a press preview show, etc.

We take great care in providing our guests with all the standard modern conference facilities, from video projectors and computers, to ISDN phone, internet access, wireless microphones and overhead projectors.

We ensure that all your technical needs and requirements will be met with the outmost attention and care.

Your meeting breaks can be enjoyed in a privately reserved area of the Green bar.

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Hotel Address 10 Komninon St. & 23 Mitropoleos Av. Thessaloniki, GreeceReservations phone 0030 2310 021 000Reservations fax 0030 2310 240715Reservations e-mail reservations@excelsiorhotel.gr Website www.excelsiorhotel.gr

CANCELLATION POLICY

If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.If cancelled or modified later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

CHILDREN & EXTRA BEDS POLICY

Baby cot is available for FREE in Deluxe Room, Junior Suite or Excelsior Suite.

Children under the age of 12 stay with their parents for FREE in Deluxe Room, Junior Suite or Excelsior Suite.

Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed by the hotel.

PETS POLICY

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

ACCEPTED CREDIT CARDS

American Express, Visa, Euro / MasterCard, Diners Club.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.

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