The Athenaeum

5.0 star property
Escape to a rooftop garden oasis in Athens and indulge in delicious meals overlooking ancient ruins.

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Junior Suite | Free minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Lobby
Lobby
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is SAR 509
SAR 595 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar

Room options

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Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room with Acropolis View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4 Vouliagmenis str, Athens, Atikis, 117 43

What's nearby

  • Temple of Olympian Zeus - 4 min walk
  • Acropolis Museum - 6 min walk
  • Syntagma Square - 14 min walk
  • Acropolis - 17 min walk
  • Parthenon - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station - 2 min walk
  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 5 min drive
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fresko Yogurt Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Veganaki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Banana Athens - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Κάιν - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Indian Haveli - ΜΑΚΡΙΔΗ Β ΑΝΝΑ - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Athenaeum

Luxury hotel revitalized in 2024 and located near Temple of Olympian Zeus
A short walk from Acropolis Museum and Parthenon, The Athenaeum provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. Be sure to enjoy a meal at PASITHEA ROOF GARDEN, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and self parking (surcharge)
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, local meal delivery service, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 52 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Greek, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured covered self parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM: EUR 30-30 for adults and EUR 20-20 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • PASITHEA ROOF GARDEN

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Front entrance ramp

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • 49-inch Smart TV
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar
  • Local meal delivery service

More

  • Energy-saving switches
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 120
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 200 (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 120
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 200 (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 120
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 200 (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 30 to 30 for adults, and EUR 20 to 20 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 10 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 1344534

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Athenaeum Hotel
The Athenaeum Athens
The Athenaeum Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Is The Athenaeum pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Athenaeum?

Self parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

What time is check-in at The Athenaeum?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Athenaeum?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Athenaeum located?

Located in Athens City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Temple of Olympian Zeus and Acropolis Museum. Syntagma Square and Panathenaic Stadium are also within 15 minutes. Leoforos Vouliagmenis Station is only a 2-minute walk and Akropoli Station is 6 minutes.

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The Athenaeum Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 145 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location near the centre and the attractions. Good value and no complaints during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

vicente

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place and Rooms are beautiful. The staff very kind and ready for help . The breakfast best of the best
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend this property for anyone visiting Athens. Walk to all the historic sights and enjoy the hospitality of Plaka.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, great staff, clean premises
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff are good and that is the only good thing at this property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for short stay. Walking distance to almost everything. The staff was amazing. The only problem was the location is right on one of the busiest intersection so you hear the traffic almost 24/7 but for the price it was very good deal and the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern. Wonderful staff. The rooftop has a very nice view and the food was excellent. Breakfast also has a very nice variety
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accomodations, great restaurant and service plus an amazing view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and breakfast was virtually everything under the sun.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daksha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with lovely views from the Bar and Restaurant. Walking distance to all the main tourist locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Efthimios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and close to Acropolis, Plaka and related areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tseten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spacious room with large bathroom, very comfortable and clean with a great view and location. Quality service and friendly staff and the restaurant was a highlight. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great service, location, and facilities. Perfect place to stay in Athens.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

ORLANDO LIZAMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an very good time in the hotel and enjoyed the breakfast every day
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful! The food is wonderful and there is a great selection of Greek beers, wines, and spirits. The staff is wonderful!!! I highly recommend this property for your stay in Athens!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yehiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and worderful service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was close to Acropolis for sightseeing. Food in the property's restaurant was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Walkable distance to everything. Very fancy hotel

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Hotel was in a part or the city. With easy access to the attractions. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was absolutely amazing. Breakfast was great too. The only downfall was the traffic noise but the hotel was at least somewhat insulated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Athenaeum was extremely pleasant. Friendly staff, amazing breakfast. Easy walk to the Plaka area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aspa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice staff. This property is very clean and the rooms are on the larger side.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
3 days in Athens
Just a lovely hotel in a good location and friendly staff, i couldn’t fault plus it smells lovely, they must pump something through the air con in the common areas
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a new hotel in a great location to explore the Pantheon and other sights around that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024