Periscope HotelvsAthens Studios
Athens Studios and Periscope Hotel are both recommended by writers. Overall, Periscope Hotel ranks significantly better than Athens Studios. Periscope Hotel scores 86 with approval from 11 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Periscope Hotel Show All Reviews
22 Haritos str., Kolonaki, Athens 10675, Greece
From $96/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Modern, minimalist hotel on a quiet residential street in an elegant district."
Frommer's
"The Periscope is a concept hotel with an unusual concept: surveillance." Full review
Concierge
"This contemporary design hotel may be more suited for solitary business travelers than couples on vacation."
Fodor's
"This sleek concept hotel combines minimalist urban-chic design, amenity-filled rooms, and exceptional service for a truly relaxing experience." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The periscope mounted on top of this 21-room boutique hotel in elegant Kolonaki means even the ground-floor bar gets an aerial view of Athens (displayed on a TV screen)." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Just a 5-minute walk from Kolonaki Square, this smart design hotel opened in 2005. All rooms have wooden floors and minimalist furniture in blacks, greys and whites."
Rough Guide
"Designer minimalism on a shopping street in Kolonáki; the name refers to a periscope camera set up on the roof, which guests can control and view the pictures."
Star Service
"As much an outpost for hip Athenians as for travelers, this artistic haute-spot has been transformed from relatively banal boarding house...into a trendy magnate." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"In the posh Kolonaki neighborhood, about a 12-minute walk to Syntagma Square and Mount Lycabetus. The hotel is modern, sleek, and minimalist." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Kolonaki is the affluent neighbourhood of Athens, but it's by no means a stuffy one." Full review
Athens Studios
3A Veikou St, Makrigianni, Athens 11742, Greece
From $15/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Furnished apartments for up to six people, with kitchen, sitting room, TV, a/c and linen provided."
Oyster
Budget
"An unmistakable youth hostel vibe to the place, with its sports bar and Fish Cafe, it provides a nice balance between privacy and community." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This hostel and studio apartment complex is just a few minutes’ walk to the Acropolis." Full review
Frommer's
"Apartments have private kitchenettes; shared dorms have shared kitchenettes; ditto with bathroom facilities...the kitchen facilities make this a good place to consider for an economical stay.
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In high season, a minimum stay of a week is sometimes required.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"These relaxed apartments promise to be an interesting option, particularly for groups of three or four travelling together." Full review