Electra Palace AthensvsAchilleas Hotel
Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Electra Palace Athens is preferred by most writers compared to Achilleas Hotel. Electra Palace Athens comes in at 85 with endorsements from 9 publications like Star Service, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Electra Palace Athens Show All Reviews
18-20 N Nikodimou St, Athens 10557, Greece
From $97/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Michelin Guide
"Attractive hotel on a peaceful city street - its classical facade concealing a much more contemporary interior."
Frommer's
"A modern and stylish hotel... Guest rooms here are pleasant and decorated in soft pastels and the rooftop pool is a great touch." Full review
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Ask for a top-floor unit when you make your reservation.
Fodor's
"If you want simple elegance, excellent service, and a great location, this is the hotel for you." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The interior lives up to this promise, with plush rooms, antique and mock-antique decor, a wellness centre, plus plans for a rooftop pool."
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It’s worth paying extra for a suite.
Rough Guide
"Right in the heart of Pláka, this luxurious hotel has excellent facilities, including indoor and rooftop pools, plus a gym and sauna."
Star Service
"Located 400 meters from Syntagma Square and 800 meters from the Acropolis, this property overlooks a narrow street and is just around the corner from the city's oldest neighborhood." Full review
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Not all Superiors have balconies so be sure to request one in advance.
Lonely Planet
"Plaka’s smartest hotel is one for the romantics." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Beautiful luxury property... grounds and facilities are gorgeous, featuring an outdoor garden with manicured lawns and a pavilion where guests can enjoy the free breakfast." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"This five-star hotel in Athens is a peaceful base for visiting the city’s top attractions — it’s a five-minute walk to Syntagma Square and 15 minutes to the Acropolis." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"For classic Greek decor, top-notch service and close proximity to many of central Athens' shops, restaurants and attractions, visitors recommend staying at the Electra Palace Athens." Full review
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To avoid these issues, upgrade to a superior room or suite – which all have views of the Acropolis – on a higher floor.
Achilleas Hotel
21 Lekka Str., Syntagma/ Plaka, Athens 10562, Greece
From $104/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Friendly hotel in small street... Spacious, comfy bedrooms."
Frommer's
"The Achilleas (Achilles), on a relatively quiet side street near Syntagma Square, has good-size guest rooms that are bright and cheerful." Full review
Fodor's
"This hotel options combines modern amenities with the friendly, personal service that comes from being family-run—and a price at the lower end of its category." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This conveniently located business-style hotel has a sleek lobby with marble checkerboard floors and well-appointed rooms, some of which open onto garden balconies." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Spacious, homey rooms at the hotel, though the bathrooms in some only have handheld shower heads... the hotel does serve an American breakfast buffet included." Full review
EuroCheapo
"The three-star Achilleas provides mid-range beds in a comfortable, beyond adequate setting, just a short distance from Plaka's heavy action." Full review
Frommer's
"The Achilleas (Achilles), a few short blocks off Syntagma, is a moderately priced, family-owned and -operated small hotel in a reasonably quiet place" Full review