Astoria

Good, standard, old hotel at the west end of the popular shopping street of Tsimiski and near the passenger port. The building is 50 years old but well rennovated. It is impossible to unload your luggage at their entrance, as this area is constantly occupied by the same parked cars probably belonging to staff . There is no parking at all and if you have a car you have to park it at paid public parkings nearby and that is IF you find a spot. That will increase the cost of your stay for about 30%. Do not park outside the hotel as the traffic police is writing tickets and removing number plates starting from 6:00 am. There is usually only one person at the reception, which makes check in a very slow process if more than one guest is waiting. Staff is polite and accomodating. The rooms are of medium size, clean, with comfortable beds and pillows. NO COFFEE MAKING FACILITIES. There is a good size balcony but the air at this location is too polluted because of the heavy traffic to stay there for long. The bathroom is small with a shower only. Water pressure is inadequate and the shower head is cheap with no adjustable water jet. Toiletries provided. There is room service with reasonable prices. Conclusion : Good hotel in the medium price range near the city centre, biggest problem is the parking, if you have a car. I would suggest not to pay more than €60 for your room. Recommended