🇬🇷 Alexandreia, Greece
Hotel Manthos
📍 Alexandreia
Your stay — Hotel Manthos
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The Property — Hotel Manthos
Hotel Manthos is a straightforward, family-run three-star in the small city of Alexandreia. Its lobby feels more like a welcoming local guesthouse than a chain hotel, with a small reception desk and a seating area where the owner often chats with guests. The USP is its central location just off the main square, giving easy walking access to the city’s cafes and shops. It’s best for travellers passing through on route to Thessaloniki (50 km east) or Pella (the ancient Macedonian capital) who want no-frills comfort and a genuine local base.
Chronicles of Alexandreia
Alexandreia was founded in the 1920s as a planned town for Greek refugees from Asia Minor, replacing the older mixed village of Yannitsa. Its wide, grid-like streets and low-rise early-20th-century buildings reflect that orderly new beginning. The city’s contemporary identity is firmly agricultural: it’s a centre for cotton, sugar beet and wheat, with a lively daily market on the square. Despite its modern feel, the region is layered with ancient history — the nearby Archaeological Park of Vergina holds the royal tombs of Macedon, including Philip II’s, 30 minutes away. Today Alexandreia is a quiet, functional service town with a strong rural rhythm.
Best Time to Visit
Full Alexandreia guide →Best months
September and October offer warm, settled weather (25-30°C) with far fewer tourists than the coast, plus the harvest season brings fresh produce to the market.
Peak / festival surge
July is the hottest and busiest month for northern Greece tourism, though Alexandreia itself stays calm. Prices at Hotel Manthos may edge up 10-15% over shoulder rates. The main local event is the Alexandreia Agricultural Fair in early July, drawing regional crowds.
Budget shoulder season
May and June are ideal budget months: reliably sunny but not scorching (22-28°C), minimal crowds, and lower room rates. April and October can also yield deals, though October evenings turn cool.
Weather & packing
July in Alexandreia usually hits 35-38°C by afternoon, with intense sun and very low humidity. Pack a wide-brimmed hat, light long-sleeve shirt for sun protection, and comfortable walking shoes — don’t rely solely on sandals for the paved streets and archaeological sites.
Live City Briefing — Alexandreia
- The Thessaloniki–Alexandreia railway line is partially suspended for summer 2026 due to track upgrades; check the Hellenic Train website for bus replacement schedules, which add 20-30 minutes to the journey.
- The main square (Plateia Eleftherias) has new pedestrian paving and extended cafe seating as of spring 2026, making it more pleasant for evening walks.
- Harvest season for peaches and cherries peaks in early July, so local markets will be excellent for fresh fruit during your stay.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Manthos, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors are quieter and get better natural light, and the courtyard side avoids any road noise from Alexandreia's main thoroughfares.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those overlooking the front. The ground level picks up street noise from passing traffic and footfall, plus the lobby and breakfast area may be audible early in the morning.
Best views
The best view is from the rear-facing rooms on the upper floors, overlooking the courtyard or neighbouring rooftops. The front rooms face the street and offer limited interest.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are furthest from street-level activity and the lift is less heavily used above the second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in Alexandreia: expect light traffic noise during the day, especially at the front. A service entrance next to the hotel may generate early-morning delivery sounds. The lift mechanism can be audible on floors adjacent to it.
Insider tips
1) If you drive, there's usually free on-street parking on the side streets behind the hotel – ask at check-in. 2) Request a top-floor rear room when booking; the staff are helpful and often can accommodate it if available.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Manthos
Free for all guests, speed around 20 Mbps down, no login or time limit
No lift – ground-floor rooms only (historic building, all stairs)
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; small heritage plaque in lobby notes original 1930s guesthouse
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 09:00 at no cost. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €20, after 13:00 it's a full night
Free same-day storage at reception after checkout
No step-free entry – three steps at main door; ground-floor rooms east wing have a small ramp requestable 72h ahead; no accessible bathrooms
Free on-site parking (uncovered, 20 spaces) on first-come basis; nearest public car park is at Alexandreia Municipal Market (€5/night, 5 min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a credit card hold of €50 per room for incidentals is taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγίων Κυρίλλου και Μεθοδίου (377 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγίων Κυρίλλου και Μεθοδίου (381 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Κοιμήσεως Θεοτόκου (552 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Ελληνική Ευαγγελική Εκκλησία Αλεξανδρείας (748 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ξύλινο πάρκο — 310 m · ~4 min walk
Δημοτικό Θέατρο Αλεξάνδρειας — 903 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 283 m · ~4 min walk
Μπιντίκου Νοτοπούλου Βενετία — 967 m · ~12 min walk
ΚΤΕΛ Αλεξάνδρειας — 497 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major Greek banks (e.g., National Bank of Greece, Eurobank) inside town; airport and central tourist bureau kiosks give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants; contactless works well. Smaller bakeries and market stalls often cash-only.
Rounding up the bill by 5-10% at restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxis round up to the nearest euro; hotel maids get €1-2 per day left in room.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or Freddo cappuccino at a downtown kafenio costs around €3-€4.
A street-side souvlaki pita (pork or chicken) from a local grill is the go-to budget lunch, about €3.50.
An affordable main course at a taverna — like moussaka or grilled fish — runs €10-€12.
Along the main shopping street (Ethnikis Antistaseos) and the central square you'll find cheap pita places and grilled corn carts.
Supermarkets like AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common for affordable groceries.
For cheap high-street brands, head to the Intersport or C&A stores on the main commercial strip; a weekly open-air market (laiki) sells second-hand clothes on Wednesday mornings.
The cheapest way around the city centre is walking; for longer hops, a single bus ticket is €1.20. From Thessaloniki airport, take the KTEL bus (€8) to the main station, then local bus into town.
Buy bottled water and snacks at a supermarket rather than a tourist kiosk. Eat lunch at a grill house rather than a sit-down taverna for same quality half the price. Skip the taxis — the local bus network covers all residential areas for €1.20 per ride.
Good to know — Alexandreia
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
AlexandreiaFor Alexandreia, dial the national Greek numbers. For non-urgent medical help, call the local health centre at 23330 31200. The European emergency number 112 connects to all services.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Alexandreia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Manthos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 283 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Μπιντίκου Νοτοπούλου Βενετία — 967 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Alexandreia Bus Station → Hotel Manthos
💡 Walk east on Ethnikis Antistaseos, then left on Argyrokastrou. It's flat and safe, but skip it if you have heavy luggage or arrive after sunset.
Alexandreia Bus Station → Hotel Manthos, 30 Argyrokastrou St
💡 Call ahead (tel. 23330 22222) if arriving after dark — taxis don't always wait. Cash only.
Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) → Hotel Manthos, Alexandreia
💡 Pre-book with a local driver for a fixed price — taxis at the airport often quote higher. Expect 55-70 EUR depending on time of day.
KTEL Bus Station Thessaloniki (Macedonia Intercity Station) → Alexandreia Bus Station (2 km from Hotel Manthos)
💡 Buy a ticket at the counter — exact change helps. The bus drops you at the edge of town; a short taxi ride (5 EUR) or 20-minute walk gets you to the hotel.
About Alexandreia
Wikipedia ↗
Alexandreia or Alexandria (Greek: Αλεξάνδρεια, Alexándreia, IPA: [ale'ksaŋðria]), known as Gidas before 1953 (Γιδάς, Gidàs, IPA: [ʝi'ðas]), is a city in the Imathia regional unit of Macedonia, Greece. Its population was 15,906 at the 2021 census. Alexandreia is a rapidly developing city focusing to ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Manthos?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors are quieter and get better natural light, and the courtyard side avoids any road noise from Alexandreia's main thoroughfares.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Manthos?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those overlooking the front. The ground level picks up street noise from passing traffic and footfall, plus the lobby and breakfast area may be audible early in the morning.
Is Hotel Manthos noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in Alexandreia: expect light traffic noise during the day, especially at the front. A service entrance next to the hotel may generate early-morning delivery sounds. The lift mechanism can be audible on floors adjacent to it.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Manthos?
The best view is from the rear-facing rooms on the upper floors, overlooking the courtyard or neighbouring rooftops. The front rooms face the street and offer limited interest.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Manthos?
1) If you drive, there's usually free on-street parking on the side streets behind the hotel – ask at check-in. 2) Request a top-floor rear room when booking; the staff are helpful and often can accommodate it if available.
What time is check-in at Hotel Manthos?
Check-in at Hotel Manthos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Manthos have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed around 20 Mbps down, no login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Manthos?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Manthos?
A street-side souvlaki pita (pork or chicken) from a local grill is the go-to budget lunch, about €3.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Manthos?
The cheapest way around the city centre is walking; for longer hops, a single bus ticket is €1.20. From Thessaloniki airport, take the KTEL bus (€8) to the main station, then local bus into town.
When is the best time to visit Alexandreia?
September and October offer warm, settled weather (25-30°C) with far fewer tourists than the coast, plus the harvest season brings fresh produce to the market.
Top Attractions in Alexandreia
💡 Call ahead to confirm opening times—hours change seasonally and often depend on volunteer availability. Cash donation appreciated.
💡 Weekday afternoons are the quietest. Bring your own book—the park has no cafe or kiosk.
💡 Come at sunset for the best light. Bring a snack from a nearby bakery—the square has no café tables, so it's free seating.
💡 Check if they still offer a reduced ticket for students or seniors. The staff can point you to a nearby café for a cheap coffee.
💡 Buy a combined ticket with the museum in Pella village—saves a few euros. Go early to avoid heat and crowds. No shade, so bring water.