Thessaloniki’s Queen Olga Hotel
Queen Olga Hotel is an independent and unique hotel located ideally at the east-central end of Thessaloniki, few minutes away from the city centre. Being a family-run and independent hotel of Thessaloniki for almost 50 years, the feeling of responsibility inspires and drives the staff to offer eclectic Hellenic hospitality.
The hotel was built in the late 1960s by visual artists in the popular style of that time. It has been operating since 1969 and is one of the oldest hotels in Thessaloniki.
The hotel offers comfortable and soundproofed rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and air conditioning. It has 148 rooms of two different types: Standard Room and Sea View Room, both of which are tastefully decorated and comfortably furnished. Hotel Queen Olga also has a breakfast hall with great views of the Thermaic Gulf, conference rooms, and indoor and outdoor parking. Guests can enjoy and relax at the hotel’s Lazy Lizard, a restaurant located next to the hotel.
Queen Olga Hotel has a central location, just 1km away from the city center. It has a privileged location, making it easy for visitors to access other areas of the city, and is in close proximity to several museums and iconic landmarks such as the Archeological Museum, Byzantine Museum, and the White Tower.
Guests of Queen Olga Hotel have left positive reviews of the hotel. They appreciate the central location, clean and comfortable rooms, and the exquisite service provided by the friendly staff.
Do I have to wear a mask in transports – inside taxi or private hired vehicles – in Greece?
(2022 guidance on the use of face masks in Greece – Covid19 update)
TAXIS / PRIVATE TRANSFERS / MINIVANS / MINIBUSES / CITY BUSES
Our staff will wear a face covering inside the taxis and all private-hired cars for the duration of your journey. Our driver will use hand satinizer before and after any transaction or contact with your luggage etc. In Greece, it is the law that you must wear either a face covering or face mask even if you are vaccinated inside the taxis or private hired cars. Exemptions include people who have medical issues (trouble breathing, unability to wear a mask properly etc), children under the age of three (3) or you have any other legitamate reason not to – however please note that proof maybe requested by local authorities. Our drivers treat everyone with respect and compassion and understand if it is not immediately obvious that some people are not able to wear face covering for medical reasons.
AIRPORTS / AIRPLANES / TRAINS / INTERCITY BUSES:
From Wednesday 1st of June 2022 and after, Greek state decided and it is the law now that masks are not mandatory.
SHIPS / FERRYBOATS
From Thursday 2nd of June 2022 and after Greek state decided and it is the law now that masks are not mandatory, but it is strongly reccomended.
Where do I have to wear mask in Greece?
(in use after 1st of June 2022 for summer/autumn period – Covid19 update)
From Wednesday 1st of June 2022 and after, Greek state decided and it is the law now that:
– Masks are NOT mandatory anymore INDOORS. This means that you DON’T have to wear a facemask anymore, if you want to visit a coffee shop, a restaurant, a beach bar, a shop, hotel or supermarket.
– You MUST wear a mask, if you visit the following places: public hospital, pharmacy, private clinic, doctor’s office, medical centre, retirement and nursing home. You must also wear a mask, when using public transportation (public bus, taxi, chauffeurred-driven vehicles etc)