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Cecil Hotel AthensvsElectra Palace Athens
Cecil Hotel and Electra Palace Athens are both highly recommended by writers. On balance, Electra Palace Athens is preferred by most writers compared to Cecil Hotel. Electra Palace Athens ranks #2 in Athens with recommendations from 8 sources including The Telegraph, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
Cecil Hotel Athens
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
EuroCheapo
39 Athinas Str., Athens 10554, Greece
From $43/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The Cecil offers reasonably priced rooms in a beautifully restored neoclassical town house with great architectural details." Full review
Lonely Planet "This charming old hotel on busy Athinas has beautiful high, moulded ceilings, polished timber floors and an original cage-style lift." Full review
DK Eyewitness "One of the oldest buildings in central Athens, dating from the 1850s, has been restored as a good-value character hotel with soundproofed, tastefully decorated, en suite rooms."
Rough Guide "This formerly run-down, 150-year-old pension has been lovingly restored."
EuroCheapo Editor's Pick
"The two-star Cecil Hotel is another of our fave Athens hotels." Full review
Electra Palace Athens
Michelin Guide Frommer's
Fodor's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Star Service Lonely Planet
Oyster
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report 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
OysterLuxury
"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 Telegraph7.0
"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 Report4.0
"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.
