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By Santorini Dave

My Favorite Athens Hotels

• 5-star: Grande Bretagne
• 4-star: Electra Palace
• 3-star: Phaedra • A for Athens
• For Families: Ava
• For Couples: Gatsby • AthensWas
• Best Pool: Four Seasons
• Acropolis View: Electra Palace
• Airport: Sofitel
• Ferry Port: Port Square
• Beach Resort: Four Seasons

Map of Athens, Greece Hotels and Neighborhoods.
Best Hotels on Map: 1. Ivis 4 • 2. iFeel • 3. The Gem Society • 4. Academias • 5. Shila • 6. Mosieur Didot • 7. St George Lycabettus • 8. Coco-Mat • 9. xenodocheio Milos • 10. King George • 11. Grande Bretagne • 12. The Dolli • 13. Ergon House • 14. Electra Metropolis • 15. A77 • 16. New Hotel • 17. Ava • 18. AthensWas • 19. The Margi • 20. Four Seasons

Best Affordable Hotels on Map: 21. Acropolis Vision • 22. Athens Center Square • 23. A for Athens • 24. Belle Epoque • 25. Phaedra

Best Places to Stay in Athens

Luxury hotel in Athens.

Our room and patio at the wonderful Hotel Grande Bretagne on Syntagma Square.

The 22 Best Places to Stay in Athens

All the hotels listed here (except for the Four Seasons) are close to shops, bars, and restaurants, and walking distance to all the top historical sites of central Athens.

Gatsby hotel in Athens.

Our room at the Gatsby Hotel.

1. O&B Boutique Hotel
Modern and stylish boutique hotel in the Psirri neighborhood, close to the Monastiraki Flea Market and Ancient Agora. Family Rooms and the Grand Suite each sleep four.

2. iFeel
Great boutique hotel in Psirri near Monastiraki Square. Rooms and suites are distinctive in design and feature Cycladic cave-style bathrooms; many have in-room clawfoot tubs, some have balconies with great views.

3. Perianth Hotel
Excellent retro-modern boutique hotel near Monastiraki Square. Rooms are spacious and chic, with marble bathrooms and Nespresso machines; many have balconies. A small, stylish café lounge is located on the ground floor.

4. Gatsby
Equal parts stylish and whimsical, Gatsby’s Deco-inspired rooms and suites feature balconies and a “dare button” for a surprise delivered to your door. Green-canopied Deco restaurant offers fine Mediterranean fare on the ground floor, while the rooftop cocktail lounge is open for guests only.

5. xenodocheio Milos
Culinary-focused hotel housing Athens’ branch of esteemed restaurant, estiatorio Milos. Rooms and suites feature marble bathrooms, contemporary art, and luxurious furnishings – most with private terraces and dining tables.

6. King George
Five-star hotel located right on Syntagma Square in central Athens. Majestic marble lobby, on-site fitness center, and super elegant fine-dining (with excellent Acropolis views) are all in-house. The two-bedroom Penthouse Suite features a private rooftop swimming pool.

7. Grande Bretagne
The best luxury hotel in Athens, located on the city’s most famous square. In addition to graceful rooms and suites, Grande Bretagne offers two swimming pools, award-winning spa, rooftop fine dining, cigar lounge, and a world-class hotel bar. The Syntagma Metro Station is steps from the hotel.

8. Shila
Just six suites make up this sumptuous boutique hotel, four with balconies and two with private gardens – all with vintage textiles, bespoke furnishings, and contemporary art. This design forward space in a neoclassical home features a rooftop oasis, library lounge, and complimentary breakfast delivered to each suite.

9. St. George Lycabettus
Wonderful hotel in the stylish Kolonaki neighborhood, near the Lycabettus Hill cable car. Rooms and suites are airy and modern; their rooftop restaurant and heated pool/bar offer some of the best panoramic views in Athens.

10. Periscope
Four-star boutique hotel with a modern, minimalist vibe. Great Kolonaki location near restaurants, bars, museums, and shopping.

11. Coco-Mat Athens
Stylish and modern great-value-for-money hotel with a mattress shop storefront. Many of the comfortable rooms and suites have balconies; there’s a great rooftop view terrace, complimentary rental bikes, and in-house restaurant too. Located in upmarket Kolonaki.

12. A77 Suites
Set in a stately, neoclassical building, twelve sunny suites exude timeless beauty, all with marble bathrooms and immaculate decor. Want for nothing with complimentary breakfast delivered to your suite, a free daily-stocked minibar, and in-room dining available all day.

13. Electra Palace
The best-located hotel in the heart of Plaka, featuring two pools and an on-site spa. The rooftop pool and adjacent restaurant/lounge offer incredible views of the Acropolis. On a quiet street but steps from shops and restaurants.

14. New Hotel
Superb boutique hotel, with award-winning modern design and a great rooftop bar and restaurant. Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and en-suite baths that feaure elegant brass fixtures. 24-hour fitness canter too. All steps from the shops and restaurants of the Plaka.

15. AthensWas
The best hotel in the Plaka area. New and modern boutique hotel with spacious and stylish rooms. Located on a pedestrian-only street, surrounded by bars and restaurants and close to the Acropolis Museum and a metro station.

16. Royal Olympic Hotel
Amazing family-run five-star hotel with rooftop view dining, three bars, and a rooftop pool. Suites are huge and luxurious. Close to Hadrian’s Gate and across a busy road from Plaka and the Acropolis Museum.

17. Four Seasons Astir Palace
By far the most luxurious of Athens’ beach resorts, the Four Seasons spreads over three sandy beaches and features two outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a range of upscale dining options, including Matsuhisa and Beefbar outposts. Comfortable rooms and suites feature king-sized beds and balconies; top-tier suites add private pools.

18. Athens Center Square
Good value hotel near Monastiraki. Rooms are modern, with smart design and newly-renovated en-suite bathrooms. There’s an in-house bar and a good breakfast provided.

19. Athens Version Luxury Suites
Great little hotel near the Ancient Agora and Monastiraki Flea Market. All rooms have kitchenettes and seating areas, and there’s a rooftop patio with views to the Acropolis.

20. A for Athens
Great hotel with a rooftop bar, steps from the Monastiraki metro station (with direct trains to the Piraeus ferry port and the airport). Quadruple rooms sleep four.

21. Plaka Hotel
Located in Plaka and close to Monastiraki metro station, Plaka Hotel has a rooftop bar and great breakfast buffet. Rooms have large windows or balconies – some with Acropolis views.

22. Phaedra Hotel
Simple, clean, and affordable hotel in great location in the Plaka. Rooms are bright, with modern bathrooms; some have balconies. Great Acropolis views from the rooftop.

Beach resort near Athens, Greece.
The Four Seasons is 30-minutes outside of central Athens and the best beach resort on the Athens Riviera.

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