Hotels in Syntagma Square, Athens

First off, the location is fantastic – just 300 meters from Syntagma Square, and several major attractions are within walking distance! Right outside is a bustling commercial street, and it feels very safe. We stayed a total of four nights in two separate stays (the first two nights with my wife and kids in a connecting room, then three days on an island, and the last two nights I stayed alone in a king-size room after my wife and kids returned home). The M3 metro from Syntagma Square makes getting to and from the airport super convenient (we traveled to and from Athens airport multiple times for trips to Santorini, Crete, etc.). The only hiccup was this morning (the 28th) when I went to the airport, the M3 was on strike, so I had to quickly take a taxi! Secondly, the bedding and facilities were clean. Thirdly, the breakfast terrace offers unbeatable views, looking right out at the Acropolis, and the service is great – the front desk staff are very nice! The main area for improvement is that there's nowhere to hang towels or clothes in the shower room (I already mentioned this to the front desk guy). Hopefully, that will change by my next visit!

There's a Hong Kong-style tea restaurant right across from the guesthouse, which is rare in Greece, and a bar. It's within walking distance of Syntagma Square, but the guesthouse has three keys to get in, which is a bit of a hassle.

The hotel's location is excellent, just about a 3-minute walk from the metro station. There are also many restaurants and food options nearby, which is very convenient. The overall environment was incredibly clean and satisfying. The room even had a small balcony overlooking the bustling street outside. A special shout-out to the delicious Greek yogurt served at breakfast! It's definitely worth going up to the rooftop terrace to enjoy breakfast with a view, and we were lucky enough to even glimpse the Acropolis! However, the soundproofing in the room was really poor. Perhaps it's because we stayed in a connecting room, but we could hear conversations and hair-drying from the adjacent room very clearly, which felt like a lack of privacy. Even the sound of luggage being wheeled down the hallway was very noticeable. Additionally, around 7 or 8 in the morning, when people were checking out, the cleaning staff started their work, and the vacuum cleaner noise was quite distinct. If you wanted to sleep in a bit later, you'd definitely be woken up.

The hotel is in a very good location, which is near the Syntagma Square and Plaka old town and is in walking distance to Athens Acropolis and other major attractions. The room is large and also let you feel very comfortable, equipped with microwave oven, refrigerator and coffee maker. More importantly, the hotel staff are very friendly and welcoming, who give detailed instructions and support promptly at all times. In fact, we have been staying at the same hotel after the first stay.

The room is small and the living room is large. The air conditioner on the top of the bed we sleep on is a bit leaky, so the squat can turn around and sleep. Our arrival time is more than 12 o'clock in the middle of the night and we have to walk for eight minutes to pay the tax of 1.5 Euro. It is a bit tired, all self-service

The hotel per se was OK... but the service staff was lacking. We arrived early and was told we could not check in - something which I of course accept. Reception promised to e-mail me once a room becomes available. The e-mail never came. When I returned at the designated check-in time, I asked her why she did not send me any email. She came up with a crappy excuse like ”I tried to call you”... which I do not believe as I had specifically told her I have an international number and please WhatsApp me, to which she said she will e-mail me instead. We went up to the rooftop bar in the late afternoon to check it out. We asked the bartender what time they are opened until as we had planned to return that evening for a view of the Acropolis by night. He told us the time (I cannot remember the specifics now but it was late). He made no mention about the bar being closed for a private event that night. Imagine our disappointment when we went up later and realised it was closed. To add insult to injury, he was very rude to us.

Absolutely fantastic! The breakfast was amazing, especially the super sweet fruit – the kiwi and mango were already peeled, which was a nice touch. The desserts were delicious too. The bathroom counter was huge, perfect for women. My room had a small desk right by the window, from which I could watch the changing of the guard at Syntagma Square. I stayed for 4 nights and really enjoyed sitting there and reading. Being so close to Syntagma Square, the X95 airport bus stop is just a 2-3 minute walk away, about 200 meters. The path is flat with no inclines or declines, making it easy to manage with luggage. All the major attractions are within walking distance. Across the street is the National Garden, and there's a metro station nearby – incredibly convenient! The rooftop cafe and balcony offer stunning views of the Acropolis, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the Parliament building. I even spent New Year's Eve on the rooftop watching the fireworks. I highly recommend this hotel!

Located in the heart of Athens between Akropolis and Syntagma Square it is in a perfect location to cultural explore, go for shopping as well as arrange business meetings. Many restaurants and coffee places, all in walking distance. Main reason to choose Elia Ermou was the room size as it is 20+ sqm, and it has a parking garage in the same building. Further to mention is the nice roof top restaurant in the 7th floor with terrace and Akropolis view. One minor issue to mention is if a little more silence is required a room on the higher floors and not on the Ermou side might be the better choice… Overall verdict, being a globally experienced traveler, 5 stars !

Highly recommended! It's very clean and cozy, and surprisingly affordable. I didn't have high expectations, but it definitely exceeded them. I'm not a shill, just a happy customer! Just a heads-up, you'll need to bring your own toiletries as they don't provide disposables. The bedding was comfortable and very clean; I actually spilled water on the floor during my stay and when I wiped it up, I noticed how pristine it was, even the paper was white (which is rare!). Definitely recommend for Chinese travelers.

The location is fantastic! The hotel is right around Syntagma Square, making it incredibly convenient for dining and shopping. The Acropolis is also within walking distance. The room was clean, tidy, and a good size, and the bed was very comfortable. Highly recommend!