Herodion HotelvsInterContinental Athenaeum Athens, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Herodion Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to InterContinental Athenaeum. Herodion Hotel ranks #5 in Athens with approval from 9 reviewers like The Telegraph, Star Service and Insight Guides.
Herodion Hotel
4 Rovertou Galli Street, Athens 11742, Greece
From $195/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This is an attractive hotel a block south of the Acropolis, near the Herodes Atticus theater." Full review
Insight Guides
"The Herodion scores most points for its common areas: the café-restaurant with conservatory seating shaded by wild pistachios... and the roof garden with two Jacuzzi tubs and eyefuls of the Acropolis."
Fodor's
"A good compromise between the area's budget venues and deluxe digs, this hospitable hotel is down the street from the Odeon of Herodes Atticus." Full review
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Be sure to take full advantage of the hotel's location and ask for a room with an Acropolis view.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This smart four-star hotel is geared towards the well-heeled traveller and businessperson." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Herodion has lovely common areas: the café-restaurant with patio seating shaded by wild pistachios, and the roof garden with two Jacuzzi tubs and the Acropolis a stone’s throw away."
Rough Guide
"This lovely four-star hotel – albeit not quite as luxurious as the exterior and lobby might lead you to believe – enjoys an enviable position right behind the Acropolis."
Star Service
"Sitting just above the excellent Athens Gate, consistent maintenance and strong service standards keep this modest hotel moving toward the top of its league." Full review
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Those who want the view will do best to request Rooms 411, 412, 414 or 415.
Oyster
Upscale
"The hotel has a free breakfast buffet, a pretty atrium bar, a restaurant that specializes in Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, and rooftop terraces with amazing views." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This family-run, luxury boutique hotel sits in the shadow of the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, taking full advantage of the view from its rooms and at its acclaimed rooftop bar and restaurant." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"At this pleasant, contemporary hotel, rooms are small but have super-comfortable beds and a not-trying-too-hard minimalist style" Full review
InterContinental Athenaeum Athens, an IHG Hotel
89 - 93 Syngrou Ave, Athens 11745, Greece
From $100/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Corporate hotel near the business district... Spacious bedrooms boast the latest facilities."
Travel + Leisure
"Grand, contemporary white-stone building with the largest hotel rooms (averaging 810 square feet) in Athens. ." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Original artworks decorate both the sumptuous common areas and individual rooms at Athens’ largest luxury hotel."
Star Service
"A cordial, sizable staff, fastidious maintenance and tasteful decor continue to make this enormous hotel the commercial leader in Athens—overshadowing the reworked Divani Caravel." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Has a spa, 24-hour fitness and business centers, an outdoor pool, four restaurants and bars, and a shopping arcade... catering to business travelers." Full review
Fodor's
"With a marble atrium lobby, central fountain, and private art collection, Athens's largest hotel provides a cool oasis on a busy city street." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sleek contemporary style in an ancient setting, featuring a spa retreat and rooftop bar offering sweeping Parthenon and Acropolis views." Full review