Skion Palace Beach Hotel  

On the Kassandra peninsula in Halkidiki, Greece, right on the beach at Nea Skioni. About 85 km from Thessaloniki Airport and 100 km from Thessaloniki city center. Close to Hanioti, Pefkochori, Paliouri and the healing springs at Loutra Agias Paraskevis. Beachfront 4-star, family-friendly escape.

Set amid verdant hills with calming sea views and marble accents throughout. Fifty-six air-conditioned rooms plus executive family rooms and suites, each with a private furnished balcony, refrigerator, minibar and plasma TV. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Underground parking and a quiet, private vibe complete the picture.

Separate adult and children's pools and a seasonal outdoor pool, plus a poolside bar and a bar/lounge for sunset drinks. Recreational touches include karaoke, gift shops and a TV lounge. Complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30–10:00. Free self-parking onsite and an airport shuttle available for a surcharge — wake up to sea-breeze mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, a safe-deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in common areas.

Two on-site restaurants plus a poolside bar and main bar/lounge. Daily complimentary buffet breakfast (7:30–10:00) and room service during limited hours make mornings and late nights easy.