The 15-room, salmon-pink Sweet Home Hotel is a charming mid-range property that sits above a taverna in the Plaka. The muted-color rooms, with parquet floors, have an understated elegance -- even the Petite Double Rooms, while small, have chandeliers, framed art, minibars, and coffeemakers. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and some rooms have balconies that offer partial views of the Acropolis. A buffet breakfast is included in the room rate, and is served in a bright, multi-windowed dining room on the top floor. Within a five-minute walk of Syntagma Square and its metro hub, Sweet Home Hotel's location can't be beat for convenience. In the historic Plaka, which has plenty of shopping, the hotel is within walking distance of the Acropolis and Monastiraki, which is well-known for its flea market. There is no elevator from the ground floor to reception on the first floor, which might pose a difficulty for some, but hotel staff is on hand to help guests with luggage.
The 15-room, salmon-pink Sweet Home Hotel is a charming mid-range property that sits above a taverna in the Plaka. The muted-color rooms, with parquet floors, have an understated elegance -- even the Petite Double Rooms, while small, have chandeliers, framed art, minibars, and coffeemakers. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and some rooms have balconies that offer partial views of the Acropolis. A buffet breakfast is included in the room rate, and is served in a bright, multi-windowed dining room on the top floor. Within a five-minute walk of Syntagma Square and its metro hub, Sweet Home Hotel's location can't be beat for convenience. In the historic Plaka, which has plenty of shopping, the hotel is within walking distance of the Acropolis and Monastiraki, which is well-known for its flea market. There is no elevator from the ground floor to reception on the first floor, which might pose a difficulty for some, but hotel staff is on hand to help guests with luggage.
The 63 guest rooms at the upscale Pallas Athena Grecotel are large, creatively designed, and modern -- most are suites. Much of the hotel looks and functions like an art gallery, with artwork swapped in and out of the public spaces and guest rooms, and art exhibits are held regularly in areas of the ground floor. While the artistic impulse can be overwhelming, it's also creates a fun vibe. The hotel has a lounge bar and restaurant, where a sumptuous breakfast buffet of hot and cold items is served in a room filled with light -- and art -- and a small, awkwardly arranged fitness room with a handful of cardio machines and free weights.
The 63 guest rooms at the upscale Pallas Athena Grecotel are large, creatively designed, and modern -- most are suites. Much of the hotel looks and functions like an art gallery, with artwork swapped in and out of the public spaces and guest rooms, and art exhibits are held regularly in areas of the ground floor. While the artistic impulse can be overwhelming, it's also creates a fun vibe. The hotel has a lounge bar and restaurant, where a sumptuous breakfast buffet of hot and cold items is served in a room filled with light -- and art -- and a small, awkwardly arranged fitness room with a handful of cardio machines and free weights.
The 22-room Acroplis Museum Boutique Hotel is a mid-range hotel in the heart of Athens' historic center. Ideally located for tourists, the hotel is within walking distance of major attractions such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Plaka. Rooms vary in style -- some feel dated and dark, while others feel bright and modern and have balconies -- and can be small, but accommodations are clean and well-maintained. Rates include free breakfast and Wi-Fi, but there are few additional features.
The 22-room Acroplis Museum Boutique Hotel is a mid-range hotel in the heart of Athens' historic center. Ideally located for tourists, the hotel is within walking distance of major attractions such as the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Plaka. Rooms vary in style -- some feel dated and dark, while others feel bright and modern and have balconies -- and can be small, but accommodations are clean and well-maintained. Rates include free breakfast and Wi-Fi, but there are few additional features.
Hip interiors match the hip Psirri location at the budget-friendly City Circus Athens, where upbeat decor and cleanliness make it one of Europe's best-rated hostels. Near Monastiraki and the metro, it's well-placed amid bars, restaurants, and cafes, and the Acropolis is walkable. The 19 brightly colored rooms come in dorm or private setups, and though basic, all have AC, free Wi-Fi, and shared or en-suite bathrooms. Circus themes here mean plenty of eccentricity and color, and good features include a rooftop terrace, great chill-out spaces, and a restaurant serving breakfast. For lower rates, check out the AthenStyle Hostel, which still offers rooftop action, but less impressive design and cleanliness.
Hip interiors match the hip Psirri location at the budget-friendly City Circus Athens, where upbeat decor and cleanliness make it one of Europe's best-rated hostels. Near Monastiraki and the metro, it's well-placed amid bars, restaurants, and cafes, and the Acropolis is walkable. The 19 brightly colored rooms come in dorm or private setups, and though basic, all have AC, free Wi-Fi, and shared or en-suite bathrooms. Circus themes here mean plenty of eccentricity and color, and good features include a rooftop terrace, great chill-out spaces, and a restaurant serving breakfast. For lower rates, check out the AthenStyle Hostel, which still offers rooftop action, but less impressive design and cleanliness.
The 31-room Athens Lotus Hotel is a mid-range, family-run boutique hotel on a residential market street just down the block from the Metaxourgeio metro stop. A few stations away from the ancient ruins, the hotel is convenient for tourists without being in the tourist center. The decor in rooms is simple and basic, with mostly Ikea-style furnishings and neutral colors, but some have private balconies and all are generally comfortable and clean. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast (included in some rates) and dinner, as well as room service. Internet and parking are both free.
The 31-room Athens Lotus Hotel is a mid-range, family-run boutique hotel on a residential market street just down the block from the Metaxourgeio metro stop. A few stations away from the ancient ruins, the hotel is convenient for tourists without being in the tourist center. The decor in rooms is simple and basic, with mostly Ikea-style furnishings and neutral colors, but some have private balconies and all are generally comfortable and clean. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast (included in some rates) and dinner, as well as room service. Internet and parking are both free.
The 12-room Athens Backpackers is a top budget pick for tourists thanks to its location in downtown Athens, just a five-minute walk from the Acropolis and right by the metro station. There are the typical no-frills, dorm-style rooms and shared bathrooms here, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There's no full restaurant on-site but all rates include a small breakfast, plus there are a rooftop bar with lovely panoramic views and a communal kitchen. A computer is available too, but there aren't a ton of areas to hang out. outdoor courtyard. Hotel Athinaikon is another budget property that lacks a bar or restaurant, but has private rooms with flat-screen TVs if sharing isn't your thing.
The 12-room Athens Backpackers is a top budget pick for tourists thanks to its location in downtown Athens, just a five-minute walk from the Acropolis and right by the metro station. There are the typical no-frills, dorm-style rooms and shared bathrooms here, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There's no full restaurant on-site but all rates include a small breakfast, plus there are a rooftop bar with lovely panoramic views and a communal kitchen. A computer is available too, but there aren't a ton of areas to hang out. outdoor courtyard. Hotel Athinaikon is another budget property that lacks a bar or restaurant, but has private rooms with flat-screen TVs if sharing isn't your thing.
