Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel AthensvsElectra Palace Athens
Both Electra Palace Athens and The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Electra Palace Athens scores significantly higher than The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort. Electra Palace Athens scores 90 with praise from 8 publications like Rough Guide, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
40, Apollonos street, Vouliagmeni 16671, Greece
From $349/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Professionally run hotel set within a 75 acre complex on a private peninsula. Extensive facilities include private beaches, a spa and a wide range of water sports."
Frommer's
"The Arion offers a more classical aesthetic, and its sea-view rooms are arranged in such a way so that even the bathtubs have prime water views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This huge complex on a private peninsula jutting out into the Saronic Gulf is a legendary resort... that has had a major makeover in the last few years." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
86.4
"Set on the Vouliagmeni peninsula, and one of two properties in the Astir Palace Resort complex, it’s "away from the chaos of Athens, but close enough to see the sights"." Full review
Jetsetter
"Family-friendly seaside Athenian resort with an Olympic-sized pool, tennis court and spa." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Greece’s first Four Seasons hotel is a triumphant revival of a modernist landmark, where guests can enjoy a beach holiday, destination spa and city break rolled into one glamorous, authentically Greek experience." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Set the scene. Screened by pine trees and security gates, this 1960s landmark has made a glorious comeback. All glittering blue views and subdued glamour, Greece’s first Four Seasons has..." Full review
New York Times
"Opened on a pine-clad peninsula...offering 303 rooms and fine dining with a sea view at its Michelin-starred Pelagos restaurant."
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Frommer's
"The 74 acres of gardens, with palm and pine trees, are admittedly wonderful...almost all the accommodations have sea views, and there are extensive facilities for tennis, wind surfing, and sailing." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The interiors are sedate compared to the Sixties but quite stylish by Four Seasons standards...creature comforts are plentiful — the pools, the spa, the sea-facing cabanas and among its several bars" Full review
Electra Palace Athens 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
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Telegraph
7.0
"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 Report
4.0
"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.