Arion Athens HotelvsKing George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Both Arion Athens Hotel and King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Arion Athens Hotel. King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel comes in at #3 in Athens with recommendations from 11 reviewers such as Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Star Service.
Arion Athens Hotel
Agiou Dimitriou 18, Plaka/ Monastiraki, Athens 10554, Greece
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"This three-star hotel overlooking Agiou Dimitriou Sq has the standard mod cons and is simply furnished with marble bathrooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Arion is yet another member of the Stathopoulos chain... there is also a rooftop bar with Acropolis views."
Star Service
"May feel somewhat removed from the action for first-time visitors, but its strong modern character, seasonal panoramic rooftop bar and low rates keep occupancy levels high during the peak months." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"A top choice for travelers who want to explore Athens on foot. Competitive prices include a buffet breakfast and free Wi-Fi." Full review
Let's Go
"Opened in a new building in 2005, Arion offers posh, polished, and predictably pricey lodging in an ideal location." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"The three-star Hotel Arion's crowd has a distinctly hipster cast." Full review
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If you want lots of light in your room, be sure to request a room in the front or the back of the hotel.
King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens Show All Reviews
3 Vasileos Georgiou A' St., Syntagma Square, Athens 10564, Greece
From $384/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Michelin Guide
"Luxurious converted mansion set in Syntagma Square. Cosy, classically furnished bedrooms come with smart marble bathrooms; the rooftop suite boasts a private pool and panoramic views."
Frommer's
"Next door to the beautiful Grande Bretagne, the King George II is another of Athens's great historical hotels, opulent and classy." Full review
Concierge
"If obvious opulence is what you crave, this has the works."
Fodor's
"One of the most historic and luxurious hotels in Athens, the King George Palace has reopened its doors after an extensive renovation. Probably the best hotel in town." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Neoclassical hotel with 102 individually decorated rooms, in the center of Athens, just off Constitution Square." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The 1936-founded King George is more intimate and personal than other luxury hotels in the immediate vicinity."
Star Service
"Overlooking Syntagma and the Greek Parliament, this luxury hotel is in the very heart of the city." Full review
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Guests can choose among 24 suites with sitting rooms and enhanced baths, some with a bonus powder room.
Condé Nast Traveler
"Greek owned, rooms done up in local antiques and neoclassical moldings, and with stunning vistas of the Acropolis, the parliament building, and Constitution Square." Full review
Jetsetter
"Recently-renovated, palatial stalwart perfectly positioned in historic Syntagma Square with views of the Acropolis." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This boutique hotel first opened in 1936 and has since pampered VIPS including Maria Callas, Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe in its 102 rooms and suites." Full review