We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Athens, Greece. We have also included accommodation in apartments, residences, boutique hotels, holiday homes, mansions, romantic hotels and historic buildings. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Apartment.Charming. Great views. One 360 Skyline Athens Penthouses is a new concept in Athenian hospitality which offers an infinite view of Athens, amazing ambiance, comfort, and complete privacy. With expansive terraces overlooking the entire city, the broader Attica region, as well as it's beautiful mountains and landmarks surrounding it, the experience is unforgettable. The Penthouse Apartment includes multiple sleeping areas, a living room, three flat-screen TVs, an equipped open-plan kitchen, a dining area, 2 bathrooms with a bidet, a washing machine, a dryer, and a private outdoor Jacuzzi. One 360 Skyline Athens Penthouses provides accommodations with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a bar and expansive terraces with 360 views of the city. Private parking is available on site. Guests may indulge in the outdoor Jacuzzi offering breathtaking skyline views of Athens. The Penthouse Suite includes a sleeping area, a living room with an expansive sofa, two flat-screen TVs, a fully equipped open-plan kitchen, a dining area, 1 bathroom with a bidet, a washing machine, and a private outdoor Jacuzzi. The Penthouse Residence offers the additional advantage of an expansive, Luxurious Penthouse for an entire multi-member family, provides the option of full privacy between individuals or group(s) of guests, and features two private outdoor Jacuzzi. The Penthouses are located in a very privileged Embassy area surrounded by many cafés, restaurants, gyms, grocery stores- amongst many other location advantages. Many multinational and high-tech firms, as well as the embassies of Japan, Canada, Switzerland, Croatia and the Russian Consulate are within walking distance. Athens Music Hall is 3.1 mi from One 360 Skyline Athens Penthouses, while Olympic Stadium - O.A.K.A is 3.1 mi away. Iatropolis Medical Center is just across the street, and the Golden hall is a few minutes’ drive away. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 9.9 mi from the accommodations.Show full description
This might be the most charming apartment in Athens, with an outstanding panoramic view of Athens from the excellent rooftop terrace. The living room, with its cozy fireplace, is a great relaxing spot, and I really like the kitchen with all the necessary equipment.
Apartment.Cool. Rooftop restaurant. Popular among women. Located in a neoclassical building, just 400 metres from the New Acropolis Museum, SV Acropolis Residence offers 2 independent self-catering apartments with free WiFi access. The scenic Plaka district lies within 850 metres from the property, while Odeon of Herodus Atticus and the Acropolis entrance is 250 metres away. The elegantly decorated apartments have a fully equipped kitchen with gas oven, refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, comfortable beds and state of the art bathroom with walk-in shower. Facilities include Nespresso coffee machines and HiFi sound systems. The Garden Suite on the lower level has an outdoor hot tub in the private courtyard, while1920s Residence on the top floor has high ceilings with parquet floors and offers a clothing washing machine. Guests will find a variety of restaurants and bars within a short walking distance. Syntagma Square can be reached within a 20-minute walk and Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 20 km from the property.Show full description
Such a great vacation spot with a perfect mix of the old and the new charm in the center of Athens. The jacuzzi is an excellent addition at the end of the day, and the rooms are perfectly furnished with great kitchen utensils and luxurious bathrooms.
Boutique hotel.Great value. Popular among couples.Opened August 2021. The Residence Aiolou Hotel & Spa is a newly introduced modern boutique hotel housed in two beautiful buildings. A charming, Neoclassical 100-year-old mansion that has undergone through restoration process and a new Modern Building serving as an extension of the original while making its very own architectural statement, spreading some extra young , elegante and fresh vibes in the historic center of Athens. This charming Athens residence with spa services is the perfect choice for friends, couples' getaways, business and leisure escapes as it boasts the most amazing location in the vibrant center of Athens, near the most renowned sites and attractions, cafes, bars, restaurants and entertainment venues while offering a relaxing and comfortable retreat from the hustle and bustle of the downtown area. The lounge like atmosphere and stylish furniture, the bookshelves and bronze lighting along with the huge ceiling mirror and trendy tiled columns in terracotta color, create "a home away from home" living room. The rest of the lobby area is perfectly combined with "The Frenchies" warm bistro welcoming guests for breakfast, lunch or dinner to an atmosphere of pure bliss and refinement. Ideally situated in the historical center of Athens, right on Aiolou street and next to the popular shopping street of Ermou, The Residence Aiolou Suites & Spa brilliantly combines the stylish elegance and modern comforts of a city boutique residence. Guests are welcome to enjoy the views to the historic center of Athens, explore their surroundings at their own pace and embark on a journey of rejuvenation and discovery with a soothing massage at the Residence's ethereal Athens spa massage room , steam room, sauna & jacuzzi. The brilliant 100-year-old neoclassical building with 3 floors has no elevator and offers you an authentic experience to enjoy as real residents of this exquisite building. However, the modern building offers an elevator up to the fifth floor, as the building has 6 floors.Show full description
This charming boutique hotel is situated in the heart of Athens, providing a convenient location near popular attractions such as the Acropolis and the Plaka. Recently renovated, the hotel offers stylish rooms equipped with modern amenities.
Boutique hotel.Hip. Superb interior design. Popular among couples.Opened July 2020. Located in Athens, within 200 metres of Ancient Agora of Athens and 300 metres of Temple of Hephaestus, Moon And Stars Athens offers a terrace. Popular points of interest around the property include Monastiraki Flea Market and Monastiraki Square. The property is 600 metres from Roman Agora and 700 metres from Gazi - Technopoli. All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower. All guest rooms come with a seating area. Erechtheion is 800 metres from Moon And Stars Athens. Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 20 km from the property.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most stylish boutique hotels in a great location, next to the acropolis and all the central spots. It also has tastefully decorated rooms with lovely artistic touches and comfy furnishings.
Apartment.Great location. Right in the centre of Athens, situated within a short distance of Parthenon and Anafiotika, Athens Authentic Elegance at Acropolis offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as an oven and coffee machine. With city views, this accommodation features a patio. The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. This apartment also comes with a balcony that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from Erechtheion. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Acropolis, Ermou Street-Shopping Area and Roman Agora. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos, 32 km from Athens Authentic Elegance at Acropolis, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Authentic Elegance at Acropolis is a highly elegant accommodation in the heart of Plaka. The spacious apartments offer breathtaking views. The hosts ensure a special stay, and the well-equipped and comfortable apartments are a highlight.
Holiday Home.Historic. Great bar. Housed in a restored 19th-century building, Contemporary Acropolis House offers elegant, self-catering accommodation in the heart of Athens, just 200 metres from the Acropolis Museum. It is divided in 2 levels and opens to a furnished terrace with city views. Blending classical and modern elements, the house is fitted with black-tiled and wooden floors, stone walls, preserved ceiling frescoes and modern furnishings. It consists of 3 separate bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen with seating and dining area, and a modern bathroom with built-in shower. Facilities include air conditioning, flat-screen TV, free WiFi and coffee maker. The Acropolis Rock is 500 metres away, while the scenic Plaka area is just a stone's throw away. Syntagma Square is 1 km from Acropolis House and The Temple of Olympian Zeus is at a distance of 200 metres. Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 29 km from the property.Show full description
Apartment.Elegant. Lovely interior design. Located in the heart of Athens, ApArt Suite is a stylish and spacious loft decorated with original art works, including paintings and sculptures. It lies within 400 metres of Monastiraki Square and offers free, high-speed WiFi access throughout. Featuring an open-plan living and dining room in a mix&match style, the apartment is fitted with designer furnishings and showcases containing a collection of art works. Breakfast can be enjoyed daily free of charge, while a good selection of Greek wines is also available in the ApArt Suite. A fully equipped kitchen, a bedroom, an office area and 2 bathrooms are available. Facilities include a Nespresso coffee machine, air conditioning, laptop safe, adjustable LED lighting and six-speaker sound system. Daily cleaning service is also provided free of charge. Roman Agora is 500 metres from ApArt Suite, while Syntagma Square is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 37 km from ApArt Suite.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Popular among couples. Set in Athens, 800 metres from Roman Agora, A77 Suites features views of the city. 800 metres from Ermou Street-Shopping Area, the property is also less than 1 km away from Syntagma Square. Local points of interest like Monastiraki Flea Market and Monastiraki Square are reachable within a 13-minute walk and 1.2 km, respectively. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom and free toiletries, and certain rooms at A77 Suites have a balcony. All rooms include a wardrobe. Daily Breakfast offering a variety of 6 exclusive menus served in the room. Anafiotika is 1.3 km from the accommodation, while Acropolis is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos, 34 km from A77 Suites, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
A beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of the old town with a great view of the Acropolis. It has an incredible courtyard area, a beautiful rooftop with stunning views from the swimming pool, and a great in-room breakfast. SO LOVELY!
Apartment.Romantic. Rooftop pool. Situated 400 metres from Athens Lycabettus Hill Penthouse, Private Roof Garden & Pool is set in Athens. This air-conditioned apartment features a terrace with private outdoor pool and mountain views. The apartment lies within a 10-minute walk of Athens Music Hall. There is a seating area and a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is offered. Syntagma Square is 2.5 km from Athens Lycabettus Hill Penthouse, Private Roof Garden & Pool, while the centre of Kolonaki is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 33 km from Lycabettus residence.Show full description
Apartment.Cool. Gorgeous surroundings. In the heart of Athens, set within a short distance of Museum of Cycladic Art and Syntagma Square, kolonaki Penthouse panoramic Acropolis view offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and coffee machine. With city views, this accommodation offers a balcony. The apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Lycabettus Hill. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. A bar can be found on-site. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Ermou Street-Shopping Area, Syntagma Metro Station and Athens Music Hall. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 27 km from kolonaki Penthouse panoramic Acropolis view.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Popular among women. Conveniently situated in Athens, Shila Athens provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a rooftop. The property is located less than 1 km from Syntagma Square, an 18-minute walk from Ermou Street-Shopping Area and 1.6 km from Lycabettus Hill. Popular points of interest near Shila Athens include Museum of Cycladic Art, University of Athens - Central Building and National Garden. The hotel features suites for couples and family suites. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle and an Espresso coffee machine. At Shila Athens each room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.Some suites come with 2 bathrooms. A breakfast basket with fresh products is available daily at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 33 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is likely the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Athens.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar.Opened May 2021. Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, MiraMe Athens Boutique Hotel-House of Gastronomy is located in the centre of Athens, 400 metres from Monastiraki Metro Station. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is set 400 metres from Monastiraki Railway Station. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At MiraMe Athens Boutique Hotel-House of Gastronomy each room comes with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Monastiraki Square, Gazi - Technopoli and Temple of Hephaestus. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 33 km from MiraMe Athens Boutique Hotel-House of Gastronomy.Show full description
This boutique hotel has an amazing hotel bar and a popular rooftop bar.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Popular among women. Situated in the Athens City Centre district of Athens, the neoclassical Noble Suites provides elegantly decorated accommodation with free WiFi. This property is set a short distance from Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum and popular attractions such as Odeum of Herodes Atticus and the Parthenon. Plaka District with several restaurants is a short walk away. At the hotel, all suites are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private, marble bathroom. Noble Suites features some units that include a terrace, and each room includes a coffee machine. Noble Suites offers offers a breakfast box served in the suites or in the patio, and consists of traditional meals made out of fresh, local ingredients. The hotel features a terrace, while shuttle service can be provided upon charge. Anafiotika is a 6-minute walk from Noble Suites, while Ermou Shopping District is 600 metres away. Acropolis Metro Station is found nearby. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Lively. Great location. Centrally located in Athens, the Acropolis Eye Loft is set on the top floor of a block of flats and opens to a terrace with outdoor furnishings and views over the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. It lies within 300 metres of Monastiraki Square and offers free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, and 1 bathroom. Syntagma Square and Roman Agora are 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos, 34 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I rate this as the most LIVELY apartment in Athens.
Apartment.Great views. In the heart of Athens, set within a short distance of Monastiraki Square and Ermou Street-Shopping Area, Acropolis View Penthouse offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a fridge and coffee machine. This apartment offers accommodation with a balcony. The spacious apartment with a terrace and city views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 500 metres from Roman Agora. The property has an outdoor dining area. Popular points of interest near the apartment include National Garden, Parthenon and Anafiotika. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 33 km from Acropolis View Penthouse.Show full description
Apartment.Highly elegant. Nice surroundings. Set 100 metres from Monastiraki Square in Athens, this air-conditioned apartment features a terrace. Guests benefit from balcony. Towels and Coco-Mat bed linen and mattresses are provided in this apartment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. A dishwasher, an oven and a toaster can be found in the kitchen. Other facilities at Aerides Luxury Suites include a sun terrace. Monastiraki Flea Market is 200 metres from Aerides Luxury Suites, while Ermou Street-Shopping Area is 200 metres from the property. Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most elegant and historic apartment in Athens.
Apartment.Historic. In the centre of Athens, located within a short distance of Ermou Street-Shopping Area and Syntagma Square, J&A Luxury Residence offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a fridge and coffee machine. This recently renovated apartment is located less than 1 km from University of Athens - Central Building and a 4-minute walk from Monastiraki Square. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Monastiraki Railway Station. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Athens, like pub crawls. Popular points of interest near J&A Luxury Residence include Monastiraki Metro Station, Roman Agora and Anafiotika. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos, 32 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Right in the centre of Athens, situated within a short distance of Odeum of Herodes Atticus and Syngrou/Fix Metro Station, Androniki suite offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a toaster and coffee machine. The property has city and inner courtyard views, and is 600 metres from Acropolis Museum. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with mountain views. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. The accommodation features a lift and luggage storage space for guests. Guests can take in the views of the garden from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For those nights when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered. Guests can also relax in the garden. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Akropolis Metro Station, Filopappos Hill and Temple of Olympion Zeus. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 32 km from Androniki suite.Show full description
This is likely the most RELAXING apartment in Athens.
Apartment.Lively. Great value. Popular among women. Ideally set in the centre of Athens, Artdecoathens offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. With city views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The apartment offers private parking, a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Boasting a PS3, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. As an added convenience, the apartment offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Bike hire and car hire are available at this apartment and the area is popular for hiking. Popular points of interest near Artdecoathens include Monastiraki Metro Station, Monastiraki Railway Station and Monastiraki Square. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos, 33 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment.Trendy. Great location. Boasting Acropolis views, House at the Foothills of Acropolis is situated in Athens, around 200 metres from Anafiotika. The property is 400 metres from Acropolis and 400 metres from Parthenon. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath or shower and a WC. The apartment offers a terrace. Erechtheion is 400 metres from House at the Foothills of Acropolis, while Roman Agora is 700 metres away. Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 34 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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