Discover 10 cool hotels in Athens, which stand out and promise you a marvelous stay in the capital of Greece.
Size doesn’t always matter.
Often, the most precious gifts are found in small boxes.
The same holds true for these cool hotels in Athens.
Nice boutique hotels with a relatively small number of rooms, but high aesthetics and luxurious amenities.
So, we searched and found the 10 best cool hotels in Athens.
Each one in a different neighborhood of Athens, so you can get to know the city better.
Choose the one that suits you and check in!
1. Ava Boutique Hotel Athens
We start from Plaka, the most beautiful neighborhood of Athens, also known as the “neighborhood of the gods”.
There, on the small Lysikratous street, you’ll find the Ava Boutique Hotel Athens.
It’s a breath away from the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Hadrian’s Arch.
Just a few minutes on foot from the Acropolis Museum.
A beautiful, small hotel, fully renovated, offering cozy rooms and luxury suites.
All suites have a fully equipped kitchen, smart TV, and a balcony.
The executive suites, as well as the Ava Grande Suite, offer a stunning view of the Acropolis and the Hadrian’s Arch.
Equally wonderful is the view from the hotel’s roof garden where you can enjoy your breakfast.
Ava Boutique Hotel combines the comfort of feeling at home with the excitement of being right in the heart of Plaka, ready to explore its picturesque alleys.
Book online Ava Boutique Hotel Athens
2. Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel
In Koukaki, next to the Acropolis, is another of the cool hotels in Athens.
The Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel is housed in a wonderful neoclassical building on Syngrou Avenue.
Just a few minutes on foot from the Acropolis Museum, Plaka, and Syntagma Square.
Also, in the opposite direction, a short distance away is Drakou Street, a popular pedestrian street in Koukaki full of cafes and restaurants.
The Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel can impress you with its interior decoration.
Wooden floors, high ceilings, authentic paintings, baroque mirrors, handmade rugs.
Prefer a room that overlooks the back of the hotel or the side street Petmeza, as Syngrou Avenue is extremely central with a lot of traffic.
Book online Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel
3. Pallas Athena Grecotel Boutique Hotel
Undoubtedly one of the best cool hotels in Athens.
Next to the Athens City Hall, just a few meters from Omonia Square, the Pallas Athena Grecotel Boutique Hotel combines comfort and luxury.
The decoration is modern with several pop elements.
Many rooms have graffiti on the walls.
The suites enjoy views of Lycabettus Hill and all of Athens.
The overall decor is dominated by colors, impressive works of art, and furniture signed by well-known designers.
The wonderful Octopussy family suite includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and three LCD TVs.
The location of Pallas Athena Grecotel Boutique Hotel is extremely central, ideal for walks in the center of Athens.
Note that Athens Food Market is just a few meters away.
The popular neighborhoods of Psyrri and Monastiraki are also close by.
Book online Pallas Athena Grecotel Boutique Hotel
4. A for Athens
Known for its wonderful rooftop bar and unrivaled view of the Acropolis, A for Athens is also one of the must-stay cool hotels in Athens.
It is located right next to Monastiraki metro station and the Psyrri neighborhood.
Plaka is just a five-minute walk away.
Comfort and elegance characterize this boutique hotel in the heart of Athens.
Most rooms have a simple decor with some modern elements.
However, those with a view of the Acropolis need nothing more.
Prefer the Red Suite Acropolis View with its modern touches in design and aesthetically pleasing bathroom.
The strongest feature of A for Athens, however, remains its restaurant cocktail bar on the rooftop.
Breathtaking views of the Acropolis and Plaka, especially mesmerizing at night.
This is how it became known throughout Athens.
5. St George Lycabettus Boutique Hotel Athens
Changing the area, we hike to Lycabettus Hill to find one of the most famous 5-star boutique hotels in Athens.
A unique location with a wonderful view of the entire city of Athens.
The only downside is that it’s not easily accessible on foot from the center of Athens due to the uphill route.
However, it’s near the chic and luxurious neighborhood of Kolonaki and some of the best museums in Athens, like the Benaki Museum and the Museum of Cycladic Art.
Here, the decor is also simple and modern, with attention to detail.
Beyond the well-maintained classic double rooms, the suites make the difference.
Bright, spacious, with large balconies and a stunning view of the Acropolis and the city of Athens, extending to the sea in the distance.
During summer, you can enjoy the hotel’s outdoor pool, drinking your cocktail at the pool bar.
Another special experience is dining at the La Suite Lounge Restaurant, with a fantastic view of all of Athens.
St George Lycabettus Hotel also includes its own art gallery with contemporary works by Greek and foreign artists, as well as a screening room for an exclusive cinematic experience.
As you have already understood, this is not just a simple boutique hotel.
Book online St George Lycabettus Boutique Hotel Athens
6. Belle Epoque Suites
“Live in 1920s Athens!”.
This is the invitation phrase of Belle Epoque Suites, one of the best cool hotels in Athens.
And indeed, that’s the feeling it gives.
The building of Belle Epoque Suites has a 100-year history.
Built in the mid-1920s, it was fully renovated in 2020, preserving some architectural and decorative elements of the old building.
It is located in the heart of the so-called “commercial triangle” in the center of Athens.
Just a few minutes on foot from Syntagma Square, the shopping pedestrian street of Ermou, and Monastiraki.
The area is full of beautiful Athenian cafes for brunch, restaurants, and other commercial shops.
However, what makes a difference at Belle Epoque Suites is the building itself and its 17 wonderful suites.
The old wooden elevator inside the iron cage is impressive at the entrance.
In the rooms, retro aesthetics meet modern chic with several modern touches.
Each room has its own unique design.
In the Belle Deluxe Double Room, the glass window connecting the shower to the rest of the space is particularly impressive.
In the Superior Double Room, the embossed decoration in the main arch, an element of the old building, can impress you.
Of course, if possible, choose a room with a balcony and view over the Acropolis.
Book online Belle Epoque Suites
7. COCO-MAT Athens Jumelle
In Kolonaki, one of the expensive and elegant neighborhoods of Athens, you can find a boutique hotel gem.
COCO-MAT Athens Jumelle is located next to two popular city museums, the Benaki Museum and the Museum of Cycladic Art.
Also, it’s just a few minutes on foot from Syntagma Square and the Hellenic Parliament.
The building was created from the union and renovation of a neoclassical building from 1925 and an elegant building from the ’60s.
The old fireplace, wooden stairs, and large glass windows meet modern aesthetics through a sophisticated disposition.
The decoration in the rooms is simple, but extremely elegant.
The hotel has a gym and spa, as well as a stylish roof garden where you can have your breakfast.
However, the indoor pool, inviting you to enjoy it, makes the difference.
And one last thing…
COCO-MAT Athens Jumelle gives you the opportunity to rent one of its elegant bicycles.
Athens may not be the most bicycle-friendly city, but it will certainly add another experience to your vacation.
Book online COCO-MAT Athens Jumelle
8. Acropolis Vision Suites
On the most beautiful pedestrian street in Athens that connects Thiseio with the Acropolis and Plaka.
There, a beautiful, small hotel emerged after the renovation of an old neoclassical residence.
The Acropolis Vision takes you back to another era.
Wooden floors, high ceilings, marble from Penteli mountain, plane trees outside in the courtyard.
However, the room decor is more contemporary.
The best choice is undoubtedly the Superior Room with balcony, offering a wonderful view of the park and the pedestrian street.
The location of this particular boutique hotel is truly ideal.
Walk to the Acropolis along the Apostolou Pavlou pedestrian street.
Ascending, among street musicians and vendors, the view of the Parthenon is magical.
Book online Acropolis Vision Suites
9. Koniama Acropolis Hotel
On the other side of the Acropolis, in the up-and-coming neighborhood of Neos Kosmos, you will find the Koniama Acropolis Hotel.
A beautiful boutique hotel, right next to the Syngrou-Fix metro station.
Koukaki and Drakou Street with its cafes and restaurants are just across Syngrou Avenue.
Also within a stone’s throw is the Athens Museum of Contemporary Art.
The Acropolis and Plaka are only a 15-minute walk away.
The rooms of Koniama Acropolis Hotel take their names from ancient philosophers, poets, and other personalities.
However, their aesthetics are extremely contemporary.
They are spacious, bright, and some even have a kitchen.
In the 45-square-meter Acropolis Suite, you will also have a jacuzzi and a 30-square-meter balcony with a view – where else? – of the Acropolis.
The same wonderful view is offered by its small rooftop bar, which is worth a visit.
In general, Koniama Acropolis could be described as a modern architectural boutique hotel, stylish and comfortable.
Book online Koniama Acropolis Hotel
10. The Margi Boutique Hotel Vouliagmeni
At the end of the list of the best cool hotels in Athens is a different choice.
The Margi Boutique Hotel is not located in the center of Athens.
You will find it next to the sea, in the area of Vouliagmeni.
A small paradise in the heart of the Athenian Riviera.
It has a 60-year history.
It started as a complex of 18 luxury apartments.
Now, fully renovated, it has 89 rooms, maintaining its style and charm.
The rooms and suites are comfortable and beautifully decorated.
But if you want something truly different, you can rent your own villa by the sea.
With its own garden, pool, and all the luxurious comforts.
The Margi has a wonderful spa with a sauna, hammam, and indoor pool.
It also has its own 20-acre organic farm with vineyards and olive trees.
Seize the opportunity and ask for a private tour.
Add to this two wonderful restaurants.
At Malabar, you can enjoy a wonderful lunch or dinner next to the large pool, the olives, and the bougainvilleas.
At the Michelin-starred Patio with only 9 tables, haute cuisine is honored.
As you can see, The Margi is not just a simple boutique hotel.
It is a complete resort that offers luxury and comfort in a beautiful area by the sea.
However, it is quite far from the center of Athens.
You will definitely need to book an Athenian Uber or rent a car.
Book online The Margi Boutique Hotel Vouliagmeni
More Hotel Options
Are you looking for more hotel recommendations?
You can also check out:
- The Best 5-Star Hotels in Athens
- The Top 10 Areas to Stay in Athens
- The Top 5 Areas to Stay in the Athens Riviera
Please let me know if you have any questions or need help planning your stay. Leave a comment below, and I will be glad to assist you!
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