Step into the world of luxury and history at the Royal Olympic, an upscale, 5-star hotel situated right in the heart of Athens. Just a stone’s throw away from the city’s most iconic archaeological sites, this hotel is a romantic haven that offers breathtaking views, supreme comfort, and premium service, making it the perfect abode for honeymooners and romantic travelers.
Exquisite Accommodations
At the Royal Olympic, every room is a stylish sanctuary designed with love and attention to detail. Adorned with marble bathrooms and equipped with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, these rooms offer the ultimate retreat after a day of sightseeing. The upgraded rooms boast enchanting views of the temple, while the extravagant suites come with added perks such as balconies, whirlpool tubs, and cozy living rooms. Round-the-clock room service ensures that your every need is catered to, at any time of the day or night.
Exceptional Dining Experience
The hotel’s rooftop restaurant and bar promises an unforgettable dining experience with a stunning backdrop of the city. The garden terrace is a delightful spot to enjoy a meal or sip on a cocktail while soaking in the panoramic views of Athens. Breakfast is served daily, and valet parking is available for the convenience of guests.
Top-Notch Amenities
From a hip bar by the outdoor pool to a serene spa and an exercise room, the Royal Olympic comes with a host of top-notch amenities designed to enhance your stay. For quieter moments, the library-style lounge offers a peaceful respite. The hotel also provides event spaces, making it an ideal choice for couples looking to exchange vows or celebrate special occasions in a memorable setting.
Unbeatable Location
The Royal Olympic’s location in the center of Athens makes it an unbeatable choice for couples who wish to explore the city. A mere minute’s walk from the nearest tram stop, the hotel is conveniently close to the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Parthenon. The 264 rooms, including the unique Athenian Panorama rooms, offer breathtaking views over the temple and other major city sites. The hotel’s close proximity to public transport and easy accessibility from the airport further enhance its appeal.
The Royal Olympic is more than just a hotel; it’s a luxurious escape that offers an authentic Athenian experience. For honeymooners and romantic travelers, it is a destination that promises a truly unforgettable stay.
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Summary of Verified Guests at Royal Olympic Hotel The travelers generally praised the hotel's ideal location, with easy access to major attractions like the Acropolis and the Temple of Zeus. Honeymooners especially enjoyed the stunning views of the city and historical sites from the rooms and rooftop restaurant. They found the rooms to be comfortable, spacious and well-appointed, with daily cleaning service and a variety of amenities. They appreciated the extensive breakfast buffet at the rooftop restaurant as well as the courteous and professional service from the staff. Despite some minor inconveniences, overall, they had a relaxing and memorable stay and would recommend the hotel to other travelers.
Reviews of Royal Olympic Hotel
Great location. Friendly staff , helpful . Not enough place in the closet for clothes, Had to use them out of luggage .No drinking water and cattle for coffee . TV very small and did not work in my room. Clean.Safe on the bottom of closet, you need to kneel...
Great location. Friendly staff , helpful . Not enough place in the closet for clothes, Had to use them out of luggage .No drinking water and cattle for coffee . TV very small and did not work in my room. Clean.Safe on the bottom of closet, you need to kneel in order to use it. The characters on safe are hardly readable.
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We had been there 5 years ago when not we a 5 star hotel, based on our Las visit May be a 2 at best. We checked in for a 4 night stay and we were in a total of 4 rooms. The first had mold in the bathtub/shower area,...
We had been there 5 years ago when not we a 5 star hotel, based on our Las visit May be a 2 at best. We checked in for a 4 night stay and we were in a total of 4 rooms. The first had mold in the bathtub/shower area, the others they gave us were not clean and full of dust and dirt. We contacted our travel agent and advised her when we got back we were going to discuss compensation. Well it took September, October, November and until December 31st to settle. By the way during our check in I asked the from desk what had changed to make the hotel go down so far inn the past t years. The response was " you do not expect me to answer you do you?" Answer received and understood. God by to the 3 missing stars.
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Good Location, Confortable stay
We read reviews about hotel, and went prepared to be shocked. But, the room was comfortable, spacious and quiet.. just the way we requested. We were in double executive room with balcony overlooking the pool. The bathroom had a shower and bathtub. All the little goodies like shower cap ,...
We read reviews about hotel, and went prepared to be shocked. But, the room was comfortable, spacious and quiet.. just the way we requested. We were in double executive room with balcony overlooking the pool. The bathroom had a shower and bathtub. All the little goodies like shower cap , soap bars , shower gel, shampoo, conditioner moisturiser were provided. Our room was cleaned daily and we got fresh towels everyday. The Breakfast is on the roof top. Lovely view of city and Acropolis. As some people pointed out on cold plates and cold breakfast, it has all changed! The rooftop restaurant was covered and it was nice and cosy. Clever use of mirrors though! Breakfast staff was courteous. We got a good variety of breakfast. The only thing we missed is a kettle in the room and they joined two single beds together to make a double bed. Also, there was one charging point and that was nowhere near bed. So we used the tv plug for charging. The location of the hotel is ideal and alk the najor attractions ate a few walks away. Overall we had a relaxing stay!
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Location, location, location
The hotel is located a moderate walk from the Acropolis and a very short walk from the Plaka. I cannot imagine a better location for most visitors to Athens. It appears that the hotel caters to numerous tour groups; our group of 78 stayed for a total of four nights....
The hotel is located a moderate walk from the Acropolis and a very short walk from the Plaka. I cannot imagine a better location for most visitors to Athens. It appears that the hotel caters to numerous tour groups; our group of 78 stayed for a total of four nights. The included (and very extensive) breakfast buffet is in the rooftop restaurant, which overlooks the Acropolis. There is also a rooftop bar and the restaurant serves dinner, but we ate in local restaurants during our visit. My first impression of the room was to recall my grandmother's house from the 1960s - same smell, similar furnishings, very dated. If you need to use more than one electrical outlet, you'll be unplugging the TV and the floor lamp. We charged our phones in rotation, since we needed one outlet to support a CPAP during the night. The outlet that services the floor lamp did not work after midnight (apparently there's some sort of timer), and most of the lamps were hard-wired into the wall. It did not appear to us that room temperature could be adjusted by the occupants, but it was comfortable enough during our visit. On the bright side, the beds were extremely comfortable, the hotel was quiet at night, the room was large by European standards, and the large bathroom had a combination tub/shower. Elevators are small and there can be a wait if a large group is trying to use them. Front desk service was efficient and professional.
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We traveled as a party of 2 without our kids in June for the first time to celebrate our anniversary and splurged on the Double Athenian Panorama Room. Wow, the wall of windows that overlooked the Temple of Zues was breathtaking day and night. The room was very spacious and...
We traveled as a party of 2 without our kids in June for the first time to celebrate our anniversary and splurged on the Double Athenian Panorama Room. Wow, the wall of windows that overlooked the Temple of Zues was breathtaking day and night. The room was very spacious and clean. It had a very comfortable bed, a sofa and seating area, a desk area, a large wardrobe, robes and slippers, a large marble bathroom with a luxurious double tub (which I’d never seen before), and a flat screen tv. It was perfect for our 3-night getaway in Athens. It was convenient to all the central sites, as we did a self-guided 12-hour walking tour and never needed a taxi. The breakfast included was good and the rooftop terrace restaurant was quiet and convenient. The staff were pleasant and helpful when we needed them, which we really didn’t except for a transfer to the airport. We didn’t try room service or the pool so we can’t comment on those amenities. We got everything we paid for regarding our accommodation here and couldn’t be more pleased. A great value. We’d stay in this room again in a heartbeat!
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5 Star Foyer and Prices- that’s it!
This hotel was our end of cruise accommodation. When we arrived we thought we had won a watch- the foyer was opulent! Unfortunately we arrived at 9am from the ship but couldn’t check in till 3pm and not a minute earlier! While waiting we went to the bar for a...
This hotel was our end of cruise accommodation. When we arrived we thought we had won a watch- the foyer was opulent! Unfortunately we arrived at 9am from the ship but couldn’t check in till 3pm and not a minute earlier! While waiting we went to the bar for a tea( a bag in a cup) and a coffee (smallest of cups) which was €11.50 With the 5 star foyer and the 5 star price for tea we were eager to see our room. Unfortunately the 5 star ended at the foyer. Our ‘Executive’ room was like something out of the arc (and I don’t mean antique). The room wasn’t even the standard of a Travel Lodge. There were no tea/ coffee making facilities in the room and no hand soap in the bathroom. The hairdryer was the type you get in American motels- attached to the wall so you can’t steal them! The beds had a sheet and a blanket/ throw which looked like it had been there since the hotel opened. The only storage for two people was a small wardrobe and two tiny drawers. Breakfast had plenty of choice- if you like cold food & I mean hot food that is cold. The hot food was at very best look warm. Even when we went for the start of service the food was cold as the containers were open and the burners didn’t seem to be lit. Added to this the plates had obviously sat out all night so they were freezing which meant even look warm food was instantly cold. Coffee was, unlike for other reviewers, in plentiful supply and it was hot. Staff: The check in staff were curt and almost dismissive, the evening reception staff were very friendly. The breakfast staff were rushed off their feet but were helpful and friendly.
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We have stayed a couple of times now. It is very nice with a great location, awesome view and large reasonably priced rooms. However, there are a couple of quirks. There are only 2 plugs in a large suite and neither are near the bed. We have to plug our...
We have stayed a couple of times now. It is very nice with a great location, awesome view and large reasonably priced rooms. However, there are a couple of quirks. There are only 2 plugs in a large suite and neither are near the bed. We have to plug our phones in across the room to charge. Also, our room had a large bathroom with a HUGE tub, BUT NO SHOWER. Don’t know if all rooms are like this but very inconvenient for getting ready for dinner
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If you like old-fashioned, this is the place for you!
I armed myself reading reviews before we went and was therefore prepared for everything/the worst. There were no surprises, only positive ones! Firstly, the very positives: Location - you cannot beat it. Really central. Views from breakfast buffet/top floor: Possibly the best in Athens. Size of hotel: Huge and decent...
I armed myself reading reviews before we went and was therefore prepared for everything/the worst. There were no surprises, only positive ones! Firstly, the very positives: Location - you cannot beat it. Really central. Views from breakfast buffet/top floor: Possibly the best in Athens. Size of hotel: Huge and decent sized rooms too. The pool area is also really nice and atmospheric with shade and sun alike. To the rooms: They are very old-worldy (I loved ours. Had read many, many negative reviews but was happy.) Our room (not internal, i.e. had windows) was a decent size and, dare I say it, nicely appointed. It had a safe and wardrobe space. It also had a bathtub and proper old-fashioned miniatures. It was also cleaned every day without you having to request it and miniatures were restocked in full. What was not so good was the shower - straight out of 1972, plus there wasn't always hot water. Also not great - the use of blankets on the bed as opposed to duvets. The toilet upon flushing sounded like armed artillery. Breakfast buffet: I found the staff to be nice (unlike reviews suggested) and I always got coffee fast although the choice of food wasn't as good as in other 5 star hotels. Reception staff - brisk, efficient, cool, not very welcoming at all (the reviews had warned me.) But then they have to check in hordes of coach visitors daily. This place is busy! On the whole I would recommend this if you can overlook the outdated shower, bedsheets, noisy toilet and brisk reception staff.
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Very disappointed with this hotel- while the foyer is fabulous our room was outdated and not very clean. The staff were not friendly. At breakfast the main manager shouted at staff and it was very uncomfortable watching this. Many people wanted to sit out on the terrace but were refused...
Very disappointed with this hotel- while the foyer is fabulous our room was outdated and not very clean. The staff were not friendly. At breakfast the main manager shouted at staff and it was very uncomfortable watching this. Many people wanted to sit out on the terrace but were refused as it had been raining the night before- some customers were happy to sit on the seats without cushions but this seemed to infuriate the manager even more. Won’t be back and definitely do not recommend.
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Having read some of the reviews I was about to cancel and go elsewhere but we decided to make our own minds up. Some of the reviewers must have stayed in a different hotel to us as the positives outweighed the negatives. The location of the hotel was perfect as...
Having read some of the reviews I was about to cancel and go elsewhere but we decided to make our own minds up. Some of the reviewers must have stayed in a different hotel to us as the positives outweighed the negatives. The location of the hotel was perfect as within 5 minutes we could walk to all the restaurants etc in the old town and it was an easy walk to the main sites. The entrance area is impressive in fact, all the public rooms are. The bedrooms are a little dated but comfortable and classic in a traditional way. Our 'Executive' room (read standard), was spacious and very clean and we had a small balcony which overlooked the pool and the traffic but we found this balcony facility a bonus on the sixth floor. The shower however was horrendous with a flimsy shower curtain that stuck to you and a hose pipe shower that had a mind of its own! Breakfast on the top floor was disappointing as the hot food was cold and the cold food not of a particularly good quality Th second morning we only had coffee and orange juice and passed on the food. The setting is lovely however and we had no problem getting a table at 9.45am. One night we sat on the terrace of the bar overlooking the Parthenon and it was stunning with perfect lighting and reasonably priced wine - this, as well as the location were probably the highlights. All in all, we had a very good two nights' visit and whereas I wouldn't rush back it suited our purposes and was far removed from some of the very critical reviews that have been posted.
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Avoid at all costs. No views ? rip off. Booked an executive room with views over the pool we have a ground floor room with views of plants pots and cannot see a pool. Asked for a queen bed and have got two single beds pushed together. No tea or...
Avoid at all costs. No views ? rip off. Booked an executive room with views over the pool we have a ground floor room with views of plants pots and cannot see a pool. Asked for a queen bed and have got two single beds pushed together. No tea or coffee in room
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As far from a five star hotel I've ever stayed in. Truly awful
Compare to the Boglerhof in Austria or the Bayerischerhof in Munich and the Royal wouldn't get one star. We complained about the awful room and got a better one but the service, the food, the facilities were very poor. Even the TV didn't work!
A AVOIDABLE PROPERTY AMIDST VARIOUS AVAILABLE OPTIONS
First, the positives. The location is very good and the world famous heritage site : THE ACROPOLICS is visible from the roof top restaurant. The house keeping staff were very prompt and efficient. Stayed at this property for 05 nights. Sleep quality was alright however this so called 5 star...
First, the positives. The location is very good and the world famous heritage site : THE ACROPOLICS is visible from the roof top restaurant. The house keeping staff were very prompt and efficient. Stayed at this property for 05 nights. Sleep quality was alright however this so called 5 star property is situated right on the road and can only be compared to a 3 star property in India. In fact majority of the so called over hyped 5 star rated property in Europe are only comparable to 3 star hotels in India in terms of facilities provided, location and services. Hence guest must do in depth study before booking. These properties don't even offer a glass of water to guest as a welcome drink , what to talk of providing complimentary Drinking water or provision of tea or coffee maker . On checking in the room , when I reported to the reception that we were having Luke warm water instead of hot water in the shower, the young girl at the reception made a ridiculous remark that ,Sir we are not charging you for water so let the tap run for some time and hot water will come. I was shocked at the reply and wanted to remind the young lady that I am conscious world citizen, and want to save the water for her generation. The breakfast timings were from 7 to 10 am whereas all the long distance tour coaches leave between 7 and 0730h in the morning , so when we requested for packed Breakfast at 0700h as we had to leave at 0705h in the morning, we were told that we will have to pay Euro 15/- per B/fast extra which appeared highly unreasonable, hence we had to forgo our complimentary B/fast. The hotel must ensure that the B/fast timings are from 0630h at least , in order to cater for those leaving for Full day long tours outside Athens city. During our 05 nights stay , in spite of my best effort , I was unable to find a alternate access to the roof top restaurant. With only one lift leading to the roof top Restaurant, it takes minimum 15 minutes for guest staying in between floors to reach the top for B/fast. We wanted to use staircase but was unable to locate. This was simply unacceptable and I urge the management to have a serious look at this arrangement. Also there is no dressing mirror in the rooms. The decorative lights in the toilet is not adequate for shaving as the illumination is less hence, a functional bright light be provided. Lastly, Let me tell the guest that , in the vicinity there are a number of hotels of various star category and the ACROPOLICS is visble from most of them hence try and choose other options at much cheaper rates. Over all rating AVERAGE.
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Great location for the Parthenon.
This hotel is in a fantastic location for reaching the Parthenon and surrounding restaurants. Literally less than a ten minute walk. We booked a panoramic suite as a special treat and while the view of Zeus’s temple is great - the room is old world style and could do with...
This hotel is in a fantastic location for reaching the Parthenon and surrounding restaurants. Literally less than a ten minute walk. We booked a panoramic suite as a special treat and while the view of Zeus’s temple is great - the room is old world style and could do with an update but it was clean and comfortable. There are not enough plugs and none by the bed. There is a room bar and the prices were ok actually. Room service is available but at a charge. Slippers and dressing gowns are provided. There are no tea/coffee facilities in the room. Breakfast was good and varied, and it is served in the rooftop restaurant/bar. The best bit in our opinion. The view is amazing. We tried to get a seat at the rooftop bar in the evening but none were available. No assistance was offered to us to obtain seating although other guests arriving after us were offered assistance and did get seating. While the hotel certainly is lovely, our personal experience was one of unfriendliness and a feeling of not being welcome. A far different experience to anything we have experienced in the Greek islands. The best staff were the doormen so thank you to them. We would recommend the hotel purely on its location. We pre-booked a guided tour to the Parthenon and museum which was fantastic using get your guide.
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Amazing stay, based on previous reviews I nearly cancelled my booking here So glad I never hotel is stunning Every staff member was helpful My room is stunning the cleaning is amazing The views are the best I have ever seen Well done to every staff member that works here...
Amazing stay, based on previous reviews I nearly cancelled my booking here So glad I never hotel is stunning Every staff member was helpful My room is stunning the cleaning is amazing The views are the best I have ever seen Well done to every staff member that works here you are all amazing Special shoutout to stowroula at the bar who did a amazing job every night keeping the guests topped up
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Disappointed but great location
Amazing views, great location but the beds are awful basically 2 singles pushed together with zero effort to make as one. I rarely complain but i was looking forward to breakfast but its the worst we have had in Europe, zero options we will eat out tomorrow morning.
We have stayed at this hotel for few days and we love it. From the check in until our last day the staff was very helpful and made our stay excellent. It is located in a good area with a nice view. The food was amazing. Thank you to everyone...
We have stayed at this hotel for few days and we love it. From the check in until our last day the staff was very helpful and made our stay excellent. It is located in a good area with a nice view. The food was amazing. Thank you to everyone for making our trip fabulous.
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Room with a View! So Unique, so Perfect!
My husband and I had a wonderful experience celebrating our 70th birthdays at the Royal Olympic Hotel in Athens during August of 2024. We booked one of the Athenian Panorama Rooms for four nights and it was one of the highlights of our trip! It could not have been more...
My husband and I had a wonderful experience celebrating our 70th birthdays at the Royal Olympic Hotel in Athens during August of 2024. We booked one of the Athenian Panorama Rooms for four nights and it was one of the highlights of our trip! It could not have been more perfect. We wanted a hotel that was special and unique. Everything is as it appears in the photos if not even better. Our huge picture window ( & the room’s huge reflective mirror) viewed The Temple of the Olympian Zeus! The rooftop restaurant is outdoors & beautiful on it’s own - but then to be able to look at Acropolis Hill and the Parthenon - especially at night - it’s like magic! We both agreed we could not have picked a more perfect place to stay! The reception desk was wonderful. Door men always available, and ready to help. Elevator was steps from our door and we could easily get upstairs to the restaurant for breakfast or dinner, no problem at all. Room was so clean, cool, and perfect, and location! location! location! This was our first time in Athens and we picked the hotel because it looked like we could walk to everything and we did! -Although I do not suggest walking up Lucabettus Hill in the summer heat - although we did that too. UGH. My mistake. Wear good walking shoes!!!! A lot of sidewalks are slippery. If you don’t want to walk take an Uber in Athens. They are so reasonable! If we ever find ourselves back in Athens we know for sure that this is where we would want to stay. 100% recommend. I think if you read bad comments the people were having a bad day and brought it with them. Or they picked a room without a view. I don’t know. We had no complaints whatsoever!
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Lobby is nice, pool hours terrible. Limited hours to go to beautiful rooftop. Our room 532 with balcony was VERY dated and small
Lobby is nice. Pool nice but limited hours. Has lights but closes long before dark. Very limited hours to go to beautiful rooftop. Our room 532 with balcony was small and ratty looking. A/C was on coolest setting but room was hot. They did offer to move us, but only...
Lobby is nice. Pool nice but limited hours. Has lights but closes long before dark. Very limited hours to go to beautiful rooftop. Our room 532 with balcony was small and ratty looking. A/C was on coolest setting but room was hot. They did offer to move us, but only 2 nights left and all unpacked. Asked for wash clothes 2nd day but never got them. Shower extremely small and lack of door seal caused floor to be covered with water. The staff for most part was nice tho. Friends in other part of building with no balcony said rooms were nice, so maybe just some of the balcony rooms are bad.
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F***king worst of the worst
This is the absolutely without a doubt the worst hotel and the worst wholesome experience of my life. 5 stars? Anyone who slept in a hotel ever in their life can pressume what that means. The rooms were not renovated since the greek empire, tv without a signal, minibar out...
This is the absolutely without a doubt the worst hotel and the worst wholesome experience of my life. 5 stars? Anyone who slept in a hotel ever in their life can pressume what that means. The rooms were not renovated since the greek empire, tv without a signal, minibar out of function. They took the furniture from my dead greatgrandmother, also the first toilet ever inventer and put it in a 5 star hotel. Staff is so rude that we almost had a phisical coincodence, calling me a f***ing tourist for sitting in a bar thats supposed to be working but their hospitality decided it shouldnt work at that moment. Not a hello, goodbye, thank you for the whole trip and for the end, i asked for a blanket because extra is not provided, first they said sorry no but then somebody came to our room and threw it at me. This f***ing place should get a sanitary inspection and people should get fired
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Worst hotel ever!!! Deceiving!!
I was just looking at the photos that the hotel posted and it’s very describing. We arrived May 8th from traveling 18 hours. Upon arrival I asked the front desk man if I could have 3 additional pillows. He told me that he would not accommodate me at that time...
I was just looking at the photos that the hotel posted and it’s very describing. We arrived May 8th from traveling 18 hours. Upon arrival I asked the front desk man if I could have 3 additional pillows. He told me that he would not accommodate me at that time and to go up to room and call him back when we got to the room. So, I went upstairs and called him back. He said yes, they will bring up. Meanwhile , he was arguing with me about why I needed the pillows and that I basically had four in room. Housekeeping came up and gave us 2 pillows and my husband tipped them. I was in bathroom and I called down and told the guy I requested 3! He said .. sorry housekeeping is closed now!! So, we got into an argument and then he brought up a pillow! This was the start to our visit to Athens after traveling 18 hours! The sheets are so rough that you can use the sheet as a loofa! The bath robe in room was washed 100 times and was also like a loofa. The bed is terrible for your back. It was two twins pushed together. We were placed next to the street and it was very loud. The air conditioning broke and maintenance was called twice. We basically used a hand fan all night! NOW!! The bathroom was the worst! Terrible lighting !! You could not see at all!!! Especially for women doing their makeup! I had to sit by the window during day and at night just hope I looked ok! There was not a fan inside the bathroom, so you can imagine the steam in a bathroom and then going inside the room that was already muggy and uncomfortable! Thank god we only stayed three nights! Would never recommend! Also, the oool picture they post is deceiving too! It’s was not very nice. SAVE YOUR MONEY AND DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!! Stay away!!
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The exterior of this hotel is exquisite… but don’t let that fool you. The pompous and snobby attitude brings it down. The visit to the Roof Top Bar was hideous. We could not be seated near the edge of the rooftop until we assured them we were ordering dinner. The...
The exterior of this hotel is exquisite… but don’t let that fool you. The pompous and snobby attitude brings it down. The visit to the Roof Top Bar was hideous. We could not be seated near the edge of the rooftop until we assured them we were ordering dinner. The service was poor, the unseasoned Lamb dinner was served with a butter knife and a fork, when I asked for a steak knife I was told ‘you don’t need one’… who serves a big Lamb shank with a butter knife? Better yet, who tells a paying customer what utensil to eat with? Anyway… could only manage to order 1 cocktail because the waiter never came back. Big front fancy facade… big disappointing experience. The 4 stars it sells.. is over rated. Shame on you for poor judgement asking me for a room number upon arrival… I was a visitor… but never again.
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We wouldn't come back again
This hotel is advertised as a 5-star hotel, but the service we received did not match that standard. The staff were cleaning tables while we were still eating, they shouted at each other, and they allowed people to smoke at the entrance the smoke came inside while we were having...
This hotel is advertised as a 5-star hotel, but the service we received did not match that standard. The staff were cleaning tables while we were still eating, they shouted at each other, and they allowed people to smoke at the entrance the smoke came inside while we were having our meal. The reception staff were not very friendly they didn’t smile or greet us unless we greeted them first. At breakfast, we asked to change seats, but the female employee got upset and said it wasn’t possible because it was a walkway. We understood that, but we chose this hotel mainly for the view, and she didn’t offer any solution. It was very frustrating that there was no non-smoking area by the swimming pool people were smoking everywhere. We went to the bar 30 minutes before closing, and the employee gave us a rude look because they were closing soon. The breakfast selection was very poor for a 5-star hotel. The only staff member who was consistently friendly and welcoming was the housekeeper she always smiled and greeted us.
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The usual 5 star facilities are missing- no free wifi, few power points, no USB charger , no complimentary water, no turn down, no coffee machine, old bathroom, no face washers, no weighing machine. Inadequate lifts. Restaurant understaffed & several tour groups, food ordinary and expensive.
A Lovely Traditional Hotel
We have just returned home from a lovely stay in this beautiful and traditional hotel. We were very worried a day before leaving because of a number of unkind reviews. The hotel looks just like the pictures. The rooms are traditional but very clean and the bed was very comfortable....
We have just returned home from a lovely stay in this beautiful and traditional hotel. We were very worried a day before leaving because of a number of unkind reviews. The hotel looks just like the pictures. The rooms are traditional but very clean and the bed was very comfortable. If you want modern chic then book a different hotel. This one doesn’t pretend to be anything other than traditional and it is a really nice place to stay. The location is excellent, the breakfast was great and the majority of the staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the rooftop bar it is stunning to look out over the city in the evening and at night when your view is the lit up Acropolis. Ignore bad reviews if you have already booked this hotel go with a positive mindset and enjoy your stay. We certainly did!
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Great location downtown. Close to everything. Check it was very business like. Not very welcoming but sufficient. No information about the hotel at check in or in our room. Luggage person was very good. Room had 1 accessible plug. Found another at floor level behind curtain. No USB’s of any...
Great location downtown. Close to everything. Check it was very business like. Not very welcoming but sufficient. No information about the hotel at check in or in our room. Luggage person was very good. Room had 1 accessible plug. Found another at floor level behind curtain. No USB’s of any kind. TV did not work. Shower dripped all the time. No information in the room. No counter space in the bathroom. Bed was comfortable, Shower first day of two went hot/cold, back and forth. Left towels hanging per their request to save energy but they still replaced them. Breakfast was plentiful. Eggs, fired and omelets were cold, no full yogurt and never refilled. Hardly any fruit choices, no coffee at table. Had to go get our own. Lots of bread choices and cereal as well as juice choices. No dishes removed from the table. No on was friendly. Didn’t feel welcomed. Swimming pool never opened. Didn’t even know about a fitness area until I went on their website to learn more about the hotel. Very beautiful decor in and throughout the hotel. Fresh flowers, very clean and neat. Bell persons were always with a nice greeting when coming in or out. If we came back to Athens think would choose a different hotel, especially for the price we paid.
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Hotel is the only place in Greece where staff is rude.
Came here for our honeymoon. Staff are the rudest and will barely even acknowledge you when you walk up to the desk. They act like you’re stupid. Our room card kept malfunctioning and we had to come to the desk every time we got back for a new one. When...
Came here for our honeymoon. Staff are the rudest and will barely even acknowledge you when you walk up to the desk. They act like you’re stupid. Our room card kept malfunctioning and we had to come to the desk every time we got back for a new one. When my husband brought up the problem they didn’t even respond to him. Shower Water goes out cold and then scorching hot. I only gave two stars because the room cleaners are very very nice and kept our rooms tidy each day with fresh towels and took out our trash. They make you pay for the “Amenities” on their website. Not even basic water available. Why is the pool only open until 7pm that’s crazy. Our travel advisor told us our box breakfast was included in our stay for the last day as we had to leave early. They refused to believe us and would not let us get the box breakfasts. I don’t understand it because when we walk out the door everyone in Athens is the nicest and just so hospitable everywhere you go and then you get back to the hotel and they are rude….
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This place is tricky to review. When it's good , it's very good. Conveniently situated close to the Plaka, Acropolis and other attractions, you can walk everywhere. Our Panaroma Room was great. It was very large and comfortable. Staff, from the doormen and reception through to breakfast staff in the...
This place is tricky to review. When it's good , it's very good. Conveniently situated close to the Plaka, Acropolis and other attractions, you can walk everywhere. Our Panaroma Room was great. It was very large and comfortable. Staff, from the doormen and reception through to breakfast staff in the restaurant and cleaning staff were all excellent. The only downside to keep it away from five starts is the lack of general amenities like free water, a kettle in the room, no tea and coffee making facilities, no wine glasses in room etc. Just brings it down a bit.
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We stayed at this hotel for two nights .The hotel is a little dated .But didnt worry us .everything in the hotel was clean and staff were very helpful .breakfast was good with plenty to choose from .
5 star lobby - not rooms or service. Most of the staff need to be more helpful and polite.
5 star - LOBBY only. Once you get to your room you will quickly see this is nowhere near a 5 star hotel. The rooms are very dated, the lighting is poor, the air conditioning was barely functional. With the exception of the checkout this morning, all of the other...
5 star - LOBBY only. Once you get to your room you will quickly see this is nowhere near a 5 star hotel. The rooms are very dated, the lighting is poor, the air conditioning was barely functional. With the exception of the checkout this morning, all of the other staff were actually pretty rude. It’s almost as if they think they are doing you a favor letting you stay there. Nevermind - the rate is very high for such a subpar experience. The location is great but after touring the city it was such a let down to stay here. The place is seriously dated and needs to maybe be a museum and not a hotel. Snarky front desk staff with the exception of the person that checked us out early this morning.
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Defiantly not a 5* experience
The exterior, lobby and restaurant are all very visually pleasing, however that's as far as the positives go. Our room, although one of the cheapest, was smaller and had less amenities than any budget hotel I have ever stayed in. Everything is very dated in the room and a lot...
The exterior, lobby and restaurant are all very visually pleasing, however that's as far as the positives go. Our room, although one of the cheapest, was smaller and had less amenities than any budget hotel I have ever stayed in. Everything is very dated in the room and a lot of it just didn't work. The bed was comfortable enough, although there was a small tear in the sheets but it was impossible to get a good night's sleep because the air conditioning barley worked and the room was very warm and humid. My bedside lamp had a fault with the switch, meaning that it only worked whilst the switch was held in a specific place. There is no complimentary tea, coffee or water that even basic budget hotels offer. The minibar didn't work and so everything in it was room temperature (warm). The shower cubical was so small that there was no space to move, I had to open the doors in order to move my arms enough to apply soap properly and on the first day the shower door actually distached from the runners and needed fixing by maintaince. The shower itself fluctuated temperature between burning hot and freezing cold without touching the taps. The hairdryer is very old, but also unusable because the hose had a split in it so as soon as we tried to use it the air all came out of the split in the hose rather than the hairdryer itself. As mentioned, this was one of the cheaper rooms but in a supposedly 5* hotel I would expect far better. I would not stay here again.
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Beautiful hotel and very quiet room. Nice and helpful staff. Near everything. Gorgeous open terrace restaurant overlooking the Acroplis. A tour company was right next door (we took a couple so it was very convenient). One of the sweetest neighborhoods with amazing food a short walk away. Hop on hop...
Beautiful hotel and very quiet room. Nice and helpful staff. Near everything. Gorgeous open terrace restaurant overlooking the Acroplis. A tour company was right next door (we took a couple so it was very convenient). One of the sweetest neighborhoods with amazing food a short walk away. Hop on hop off bus access super easy. Safe neighborhood (as is most of Athens).
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A very poor experience ! Feeling very disappointed in such a beautiful Hotel let to spiral downwards. The facilities for a supposed 5 star Hotel were poor. The reception staff were the most unfriendly and unhelpful I have ever experienced! This is an honest review please look at my previous...
A very poor experience ! Feeling very disappointed in such a beautiful Hotel let to spiral downwards. The facilities for a supposed 5 star Hotel were poor. The reception staff were the most unfriendly and unhelpful I have ever experienced! This is an honest review please look at my previous reviews. The only positive is the Location and Cleaning, everything thing else was poor especially the lifts.
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Great Location, LOVED Athens !!
Great Location but a bit disjointed set up with several blocks of elevators. The front desk staff seems snarky at best. The roof top dining was spectacular with the Acropolis view !! The serving staff again seems snarky. Access to the pool area was confusing and again the staff seemed...
Great Location but a bit disjointed set up with several blocks of elevators. The front desk staff seems snarky at best. The roof top dining was spectacular with the Acropolis view !! The serving staff again seems snarky. Access to the pool area was confusing and again the staff seemed annoyed. Is the the Greek way ??
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Great Location, good breakfast
The hotel has a fantastic location, opposite the Temple of Zeus and around the corner from the Acropolis Museum. Room was a decent size, we had a balcony and 2 single beds pushed to look like a double. Acropolis view from the rooftop bar is fantastic, and that's where breakfast...
The hotel has a fantastic location, opposite the Temple of Zeus and around the corner from the Acropolis Museum. Room was a decent size, we had a balcony and 2 single beds pushed to look like a double. Acropolis view from the rooftop bar is fantastic, and that's where breakfast is served. I was impressed with the breakfast, a selection of hot and cold food, salad and cakes. Would give the rooftop restaurant a miss - we ate here and found it overpriced and the options limited. The pool bar menu was better both for food options and budget. Would definitely stay here again!
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