Short Reviews On Resorts & Hotels In Halkidiki, Greece

Halkidiki is a peninsula in the northern part of Greece and one of the most popular holiday destinations. As a result, on Halkidiki are numerous hotels, beach resorts, and vacation properties for rent. It has one of the most peculiar geographic shapes on the map - the form of Halkidiki is often associated with a hand with three fingers as it has 3 smaller peninsulas attached. Its names are Kassandra, Sithonia and the most famous Mount Athos also referred to as the Holy Mount, as there is a vast number of monasteries in the area. The torn edges of the coastline of Halkidiki form four major gulfs, Mount Athos Gulf, the Gulf of Orfanou, the Gulf of Toroni and the Thermaic Gulf. Surrounded by cliffs and beaches, the landscape of the gulfs around Halkidiki is among the most scenic in the country.

A great number of luxurious hotels can be found on the Halkidiki Peninsula as tourism is rapidly developing, like in many other parts of the country. Some fancy accommodation choices in this area include Alexandros Palace Hotel & Suites Halkidiki, located close to Mount Athos, and one of the most popular resorts of Halkidiki - Hotel Danai Beach Resort, which is found on Sithonia and is receiving flattering feedback from its many satisfied guests. Another five star accommodation in vicinity of Mount Athos is Hotel Eagles Palace, located in the so-called entrance to the Holy Mount, not far from Ouranoupolis. The resort complex offers the visitors of Halkidiki various types of accommodations, including suites and bungalows, all beautifully decorated plus impeccable service and quality facilities, such as swimming pools, beauty salons, cocktail bars and restaurants.

Being a highly valued historic site and mostly because of Mount Athos ancient monasteries but also due to the plentiful awesome beaches, Halkidiki is visited by a large number of tourist groups and young people with holiday budgets. At 20 miles (32 kilometers) distance from the large city of Thessaloniki is located an affordable accommodation option - Alkyonis Hotel, which not only offers comfortable lodging, but is also very near the nightlife and entertainment of the big city. The four-star Hotel Ammon Zeus, the only tourist site in Halkidiki built right on the beach, surprises with very reasonable prices as well, given the high class of the establishment. The waterfront nearby is part of the Kassandra Peninsula and has been awarded for its maintenance and cleanliness.

The climate in Halkidiki is ideal for beach holidays as this part of Greece receives plenty of sunshine during most part of the year. With pleasant summer temperatures and winters that are mild, spring and fall are considered the best time for sightseeing tours in Halkidiki, although some tourists would not mind exploring the historical ruins in hot weather. Like all of Greece, Halkidiki depends highly on the tourism sector and therefore it has been well-developed in the past 2-3 decades, nowadays there being settled numerous resorts and hotels of all categories. Most local people are engaged in some part of the tourist attractions, including the wide range of accommodations and activities. Delicious cuisine, rich cultural heritage and splendid nature are only few of the many assets that Halkidiki has on offer for its guests for a memorable and unique Greek experience.