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What is the best place to get a hotel in Thessaloniki?

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I am thinking of visiting Thessaloniki this summer to visit a few friends and learn more about the history of the city...I am wondering where would be the best place to stay? What is the niehgborhood that is most central and next to the most activities? What would you recommend?
 
Maybe this article can help you find a good area? There are a lot of options:

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Where to Stay in Thessaloniki: 5 Best Areas

The five best places where to stay in Thessaloniki, to help you make the most of your available time in this fabulous, historic Greek city.
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Anyone else have any advice? I don't know a heck of a lot about Thessaloniki... I only went once, and I was too young to remember much.
 
Hey there. Guess it’s OK, mate. Have you tried looking for some hotels on Airbnb or booking dot com? When I went to Surfers Paradise, we stayed at a random hotel my son found. As I remember, it was a Novotel Surfers Paradise hotel. My son just googled hotels near me and chose it. We had an urgent flight too, so we didn’t plan to stay there for a long time actually. Still, life has its own plans. We stayed there for a week or two. It’s a nice hotel to stay at, actually. So, hope it will be helpful for you.
 
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I've come across the buzz that Thessaloniki ranks high as a sought-after spot in Greece. It's on my radar for a future trip, likely in the upcoming summer.
 
Thessaloniki is a fantastic choice for your summer trip! The city center is where it's all happening, and it's close to a ton of activities. If you're looking for recommendations, you can't go wrong with areas like Ladadika or hanging around Aristotelous Square. These spots are buzzing with life, and you'll have easy access to historical sites, great dining, and vibrant nightlife. As someone who's always itching to explore, I get it! Recently, I had the chance to dive into Memphis and let me tell you, it's got some killer places to crash. If you ever find yourself in Bluff City, you've gotta check out my personal favorites for the best places to stay in Memphis. They'll add a whole new level of awesomeness to your trip.
 
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