The Modernist Thessaloniki
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The Modernist Thessaloniki · Thessaloniki, Greece
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Key Highlights
- ✓Perfect Location: The hotel's central position in downtown Thessaloniki, just minutes from the waterfront and Aristotelous Square, is a significant draw.
- ✓Fantastic Breakfast: The breakfast consistently receives rave reviews, often described as "excellent" and "delicious," with a wide array of local and organic products.
- ✓While generally praised, some guests have noted that rooms can be "small but perfectly organised with all the facilities that are necessary."
- ✓The service and staff at The Modernist Thessaloniki consistently receive exceptional feedback, with a perfect score of 10.0 for staff on Booking.com. Guests frequently describe the staff as:
- ✓Amazing and Friendly: "Absolutely amazing," "extremely polite, caring, and always smiling."
Expert Review: The Modernist Thessaloniki
The Modernist Thessaloniki, a Michelin Key Selected property, consistently receives high praise for its sophisticated design, exceptional service, and prime location, making it a standout choice for travelers seeking a stylish and comfortable stay in Thessaloniki.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus for The Modernist Thessaloniki is overwhelmingly positive, with guests frequently rating it as "Exceptional" or "Wonderful." Review platforms show high scores across the board, including a 9.5 rating on Booking.com based on over 2,000 reviews, with specific scores of 10.0 for staff and 9.9 for location. Guests often describe their stays as very pleasant, expressing a strong desire to return.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently laud several aspects of The Modernist Thessaloniki:
- Exceptional Staff & Service: The hospitality is frequently highlighted as a major strength, with staff described as "absolutely amazing," "friendly, welcoming, and ready to help with anything you need."
- Perfect Location: The hotel's central position in downtown Thessaloniki, just minutes from the waterfront and Aristotelous Square, is a significant draw.
- Modern & Thoughtful Design: The hotel's design, blending Art Deco, mid-century, and Danish modernism within a restored 1920s heritage building, is highly appreciated for its clarity, balance, and comfort.
- Fantastic Breakfast: The breakfast consistently receives rave reviews, often described as "excellent" and "delicious," with a wide array of local and organic products.
- Rooftop Terrace: The rooftop terrace is a beloved feature, offering a pleasant space to relax and enjoy views.
3. Room Quality
The rooms at The Modernist Thessaloniki are described as "very good, comfortable and clean," "spotlessly clean, beautifully maintained, and incredibly well-organized." They are elegantly designed in near-monochromes with subtle accents of color, embracing a minimalist yet sensual style.
Key features include:
- Modern Amenities: Rooms are equipped with up-to-date comforts such as flat-screen Smart TVs with satellite channels, Marshall Bluetooth speakers, minibars, Nespresso coffee machines, and complimentary bottled water.
- Comfort: Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding, with a pillow menu available for enhanced comfort.
- Bathroom: Retro-modern bathrooms in classic black and white come with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries (bespoke products by local brand Physis Laboratory, available for purchase), slippers, and hair dryers.
- Variety and Layout: Rooms are available in various sizes (S, M, L, XL, and Family rooms), each with a unique spatial rhythm and custom-designed furniture. Some rooms also feature small private balconies.
While generally praised, some guests have noted that rooms can be "small but perfectly organised with all the facilities that are necessary."
4. Dining Experience
The dining experience at The Modernist Thessaloniki is a definite highlight, particularly the breakfast.
- Breakfast: Served on the rooftop terrace, the breakfast is described as "fantastic," "outstanding," "rich and delicious," and "the best hotel breakfast spread we've ever experienced." It includes a smorgasbord of local, organic products like oven-fresh bread, pastries, spinach pies, gourmet cold cuts, and eggs made to order. Guests appreciate the variety, including continental, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and American options.
- Other Options: While breakfast is the primary focus, the hotel also has a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also a café next door for light bites and lunch.
5. Service & Staff
The service and staff at The Modernist Thessaloniki consistently receive exceptional feedback, with a perfect score of 10.0 for staff on Booking.com. Guests frequently describe the staff as:
- Amazing and Friendly: "Absolutely amazing," "extremely polite, caring, and always smiling."
- Helpful and Attentive: "Always friendly, welcoming, and ready to help with anything you need," providing "great advice about local places to visit, restaurants to try." They are professional, very helpful, and attentive, going above and beyond, such as preparing breakfast packages for early departures and personally assisting with luggage.
6. Location & Accessibility
The Modernist Thessaloniki boasts an "ideal" and "perfect" central location in downtown Thessaloniki.
- Proximity to Attractions: It is just a short stroll from the seafront promenade and within minutes of Aristotelous Square, the Church of Agia Sofia, and the Roman Agora. Many boutique shops, fancy restaurants, and bars are in the surrounding area.
- Transport: The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Agia Sofia Metro station. Thessaloniki Airport is approximately 8.1 miles away (about a 30-minute drive), and private transfers can be arranged. Public parking is available nearby, with a secure car park within a few minutes' walk for a daily fee. The location makes it easy to reach key sights by bike, bus, or taxi, making a personal car unnecessary for most guests.
7. Value & Pricing
The Modernist Thessaloniki is considered to offer good value for money, with a rating of 9.2 on Booking.com. Room prices vary, but guests have found rates ranging from approximately $138 to $417 per night, with some deals as low as $90-$112. The inclusion of a highly-rated free buffet breakfast adds significantly to the perceived value.
8. Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, a few minor complaints have been noted:
- Room Size: Some guests found the rooms to be "small" or "smaller than we expected," recommending attention to room size details when booking.
- Lack of Storage: A few reviews mentioned a lack of drawers and insufficient hangers for towels, which could be an issue for longer stays.
- Noise: One guest reported some noise coming from the top-floor terrace.
- Tricky Elevator Entrance and No On-site Parking: The entrance to the elevator was described as "a bit tricky," and while parking is available nearby, it's not directly on-site.
- Breakfast Area Crowding: The breakfast area can be "small and therefore very crowded" at peak times.
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Points to Consider
- •While overwhelmingly positive, a few minor complaints have been noted:
- •Lack of Storage: A few reviews mentioned a lack of drawers and insufficient hangers for towels, which could be an issue for longer stays.
Google Reviews
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Recent Guest Reviews
Maja Mitreska
I had a wonderful stay! Everything was thoughtful and well designed. The hotel is stylish, calm, and very comfortable. The room was spotless and beautifully modern. The staff were kind, professional, and always helpful. You feel genuinely welcome from the first moment. The location is perfect—central, but still peaceful. It made exploring Thessaloniki very easy. Overall, the stay exceeded my expec...
Response from the owner
Dear Maja, thank you for this wonderful feedback. We are excited to hear that your stay exceeded your expectations. We’ll be here to welcome you back anytime you’re in town. The Modernist team
Seviliya Cherkezova
The Modernist Hotel is a gem in the heart of Thessaloniki. Perfect location, extremely kind and welcoming staff, clean and cozy rooms, equipped with luxurious cosmetics and many other necessities. Moreover, they were not only pet friendly, but made sure my two Pomeranians felt “at home” by providing a five-star experience for them. The Modernist Cafe is pleasant bonus to the Modernist project, off...
Response from the owner
Dear Seviliya, your feedback made our day, thank you for sharing it. We’re thrilled to know you enjoyed your time at The Modernist and felt right at home. The entire team can't wait to welcome you and...
andrea casini
We booked at the Modernist for our winter break around the end of the year. It was an amazing experience across the board, the staff really took care of us with the best friendly and kind attitude, very helpful with suggestions and recommendations. The location couldn't be any better, perfect around the corner of Aristoteles Square, in the vibrant centre of the City. Excellent breakfast at the roo...
Response from the owner
Dear Andrea, your feedback made our day, thank you for sharing it. Great to know your stay at The Modernist felt just right. We’d love to host you again whenever you’re in town. The Modernist team
Toma Tomovski
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had an amazing stay at The Modernist in Thessaloniki. The staff are truly great—very friendly, helpful, and always smiling, which made the whole experience even better. The room was super nice, very clean, and comfortable. Everything was well organized and welcoming. I had the best time during my stay and felt really taken care of. It’s a really great hotel, and I would highly recommend it...
Response from the owner
Dear Toma, we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Appreciate your kind words about our crew; they work hard to make each stay feel effortless. We’d love to host you again whenever your ...
Bosko Josimovic
As its name suggests, Modernist Hotel belongs to the concept of modern solutions in the hotel industry but with a special approach. Located in the city center, it is ideal for all types of visits, business or tourist. I spent 10 days with my family as a guest of this hotel and I really enjoyed the hospitality of the staff, which is truly great, starting from the reception staff who are very respon...
Response from the owner
Dear Bosko, it is always rewarding to hear feedback like yours - thank you. The team will love hearing this - they’re the heart of what we do. It was a joy having you with us, see you next time. The M...
Nisa Arapi
The Modernist Hotel in Thessaloniki is absolutely stunning, super stylish, cozy, and full of character. It’s right in front of the square and just a 2-minute walk from the sea. Inside, you’ll find a lovely art gallery, a cute shop, and an amazing café, everything adds to the charm! The staff are incredible, so welcoming and helpful, and the breakfast on the rooftop terrace is such a treat. I'll be...
Response from the owner
Dear Nisa, thank you for your wonderful review. We’re happy you enjoyed both the small details and the bigger picture of what we aim to offer. It was a joy having you with us, see you next time. The M...
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