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King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, AthensvsAttalos Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel scores significantly better than Attalos Hotel. King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel is ranked #3 in Athens with accolades from 11 reviewers including Frommer's, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.
King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
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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 Telegraph8.0
"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
Attalos Hotel
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Oyster
EuroCheapo Frommer's
Athinas 29, Monastiraki, Athens 10554, Greece
From $53/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
Lonely Planet "Though decor has never been its strong point, this nonetheless comfortable hotel is very central. Its best feature remains the rooftop bar with wonderful views of the Acropolis." Full review
Rough Guide "Modern from the outside but traditional within, the Attalos has bright, comfortable rooms, well insulated from the noisy street, all with a/c and TV."
OysterMid-Range
"This family-run hotel is neither flashy nor opulent, but it is clean and well-maintained, with smallish rooms that offer a good base... and a charming, spacious rooftop bar." Full review
EuroCheapo Editor's Pick
"Just steps from the heart of Monastiraki and Plaka, this two-star hotel has a throwback vibe and a rooftop deck with fantastic Acropolis views." Full review
Frommer's "Six-story Attalos is just a block away on busy Athinas Street. The staff is exceptionally helpful...the rooms here are simple, even plain, but the pillows and mattresses are good and firm" Full review
