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Electra Palace AthensvsThe Margi
Both Electra Palace Athens and The Margi are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Electra Palace Athens is preferred by most writers compared to The Margi. Electra Palace Athens has a TripExpert Score of 85 with accolades from 9 reviews like DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Electra Palace Athens
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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.
The Margi Michelin Guide Frommer's
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11 Litous Street, Vouliagmeni 16671, Greece
From $158/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Stylish hotel on the peninsula, close to the beach."
Frommer's "Wonderfully stylish and atmospheric with colonial-style decor... Spacious rooms where contemporary design and antiques blend seamlessly." Full review
Concierge "Located in the chic suburb of Vouliagmeni, sometimes known as the Athenian Riviera, the Margi is an 89-room design-driven hotel with a setting... that makes nearby Athens seem a long way off."
Travel + Leisure "The 88-room property... is minutes from the Adriatic Sea and other playgrounds including golf courses, shopping streets, and direct trains that bring you into central Athens." Full review
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You can't leave until you've tasted its signature pomegranate mojito.
Jetsetter "Hip beach retreat with a lantern-lit pool on the Athenian Riviera, a 30-minute drive from the Acropolis." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Margi is a distinguished luxury boutique hotel set in the sea fringing Athens Riviera, offering excellent Greek gastronomy experiences." Full review
U.S. News & World Report7.0
"About 12 miles south of Athens, The Margi is located in the "Athenian Riviera" just a short walk from the area's beaches." Full review
Michelin Guide "The Margi, an 88-room hotel that’s as clear an exemplar of the luxury-boutique genre...every room and suite is equipped with a modern entertainment center, a private balcony or patio, and a bathroom" Full review
