Few years back, I compiled a list with hotels located in Athens As extensive and luxurious as our editors’ selection below was almost unthinkable. While the Greek capital city has long been a destination for history enthusiasts and sunshine seekersAthens has only recently caught up to the jet-set crew’s desire for long weekends, and even shoulder-season getaways. Athens, far from being a stopover to get to the islands, is enjoying a long-overdue Renaissance, with its own a buzzing food scene Rooftops: a new and surprising phenomenon bars The Parthenon is visible from the rooms; there are always new galleries and shops popping up in neighborhoods that have been around for decades; and, lastly, there are some places to stay.
The opening of a new hotel is reported to be taking place in Athens every week now—from funky guesthouses and chic boutique hotels to restored neoclassical monuments and coastal resorts. Book into chic design hotel rooms, restaurants with rooms in urban-cool environments, or historic landmarks that have been given new life. You can spend hours wandering the streets of the city or learning more about history in the many major attractions. The Athens Riviera is also worth a visit. In this recently renovated coastal area, located about 10 miles outside the city, you’ll find resorts of big-name brand names.One&Only, Four Seasons) and cool, low-key properties offer the best of both worlds—many have vibey pool scenes and private beaches where you can slip into the Aegean. Are you ready to dive in? Here are 19 of the best hotels in Athens.
How to choose the best hotels for Athens
Our editors have independently chosen and reviewed each hotel in this list. Condé Nast Traveler A journalist who is familiar with the destination, or has visited the property. Our editors choose hotels based on their price ranges that provide an authentic insider’s experience of the destination. They also consider design, location and service credentials, as well as sustainability credentials.
