Royal OlympicvsMarble House
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Marble House scores marginally better than Royal Olympic Hotel. Marble House ranks #24 in Athens with positive reviews from 8 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Royal Olympic
Athanasiou Diakou 28-34, Athens 11743, Greece
From $143/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"Tastefully decorated (marble, wood, and bronze) with clean, decent-size rooms and bathrooms, and there's a breathtaking city and Acropolis view from its top-floor restaurant." Full review
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For Acropolis views request a room above the third floor.
Star Service
"Opposite the Temple of Jupiter and a large park pocked with ongoing archaeological excavations, this family-run hotel is a 10-minute walk from Syntagma Square and the Acropolis." Full review
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Guests can also choose among a selection of suites.
Oyster
Luxury
"The 264-room Royal Olympic Hotel is a classically designed luxury hotel set amid Athens' historic treasures." Full review
Marble House
35 Zinni Anastasiou, Koukaki, Athens 11741, Greece
From $53/night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Frommer's
"Famous among budget travelers (including many teachers) for its friendly staff." Full review
Insight Guides
"This welcoming, family-run pension has an enviably quiet, yet convenient location... great value – book well in advance."
Fodor's
"This popular and recently renovated guesthouse has a steady clientele... thanks to guests who don't mind the fact that this spot is a little off the tourist circuit." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The helpful Nikoloulias family’s pension has an enviable location on a quiet cul-de-sac."
Rough Guide
"The best value in Koukáki, family run and friendly. Simple rooms with and without private bath, with fans and a/c (for extra charge). It’s often full, so call ahead. €45."
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Located down a little alleyway well off Anastasiou Zinni in the relaxed 'hood of Koukaki, the one-star Marble House provides an exceptionally quiet budget bed." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"Not far from downtown Athens, the 16-room value Marble House is a friendly, family-run hotel ideal for tourists on a budget." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac is one of Athens’ best-value budget hotels." Full review