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Plaka HotelvsAthens Studios
Plaka Hotel and Athens Studios are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Plaka Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Athens Studios. Plaka Hotel comes in at #13 in Athens with endorsements from 7 reviewers such as Fodor's, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
Plaka Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Star Service
Oyster
The Telegraph
EuroCheapo Frommer's
Lonely Planet
7, Kapnikareas & Mitropoleos Street, Plaka/Syntagma, Athens 10556, Greece
From $115/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This hotel is popular with Greeks, who prefer its modern conveniences to the old-fashioned charms of most other hotels in the area." Full review
Fodor's "Comfortable... the guest rooms in this charming, central hotel are a comfortable place to rest while in the heart of old Athens." Full review
Star Service "This comfortable, contemporary, tourist-class hotel is a great deal for sightseers in search of centrality without forking over too many euros per night." Full review
i
There are no suites or connecting rooms here, and the best rooms to request are those recently renovated or the panoramic Acropolis Double rooms with small scenic balconies.
OysterMid-Range
"In an excellent location for sightseeing... the rooftop lounge is the highlight of the hotel with its comfortable seating and stunning views of the Acropolis." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Perfect for visitors to Athens who want to do the sights without any fuss, Plaka offers comfortable, modern rooms and an open-air rooftop bar, close to the Acropolis." Full review
EuroCheapo "The three-star Hotel Plaka is not a flashy place. First and foremost, it's a capable hotel located at the edge of Plaka, bordering Monastiraki.
Room furnishings are comfortable if plain." Full review
Frommer's "Great location, inspiring Acropolis view from rooftop café, and perfectly decent...balcony rooms on the fifth and sixth floors have fine views over the Plaka, while some have Acropolis views." Full review
Lonely Planet "It’s hard to beat the Acropolis views from the rooftop garden at this refurbished hotel, which you also enjoy from the top-floor rooms." Full review
Athens Studios
Rough Guide Oyster The Telegraph Frommer's Lonely Planet
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."
OysterBudget
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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.
" Full review
i
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
