Hotels in Athens within walking distance to attractions

This 1959 building built around a 16th-century chapel and on the 2500-year-old ruins of an ancient wall now holds 216 clean and contemporary rooms. Centrally located just a few blocks from Syntagma Square, the Electra Metropolis brings the ancient world to a modern luxury setting that's perfect...

Elia Ermou offers bright, spacious rooms, and a perfect view of the Acropolis from its rooftop (and several guest rooms). Those wanting a more up-close look of the Acropolis can be at the foot of the Parthenon in just 10 minutes. Elia Ermou is in the center of a vibrant pedestrian street near...

Watching guests stop to hug the hotel owner before they leave tells you all you need to know about the Sweet Home Hotel. Family is present in all aspects of this 17-room hotel, from its position as a family-run business to the owner's vintage family photos that greet you when you walk in. Sweet...

Located in the area of Syntagma, the Athens Manor is made up of three separate buildings that offer guests decently sized rooms in the middle of Athens’ bustling city center. 24 rooms are available across the three Neo-Classical buildings, which are all within a two-block radius of each other,...

The AVA Boutique Hotel sits off a side street in Plaka, just directly in front of Hadrian’s Arch and under the rock of the Acropolis. The hotel’s 16 rooms are more like large apartments with peaceful balcony views and full kitchens for those who want to spend a night in and make a home-cooked...

The Home and Poetry Hotel is located almost exactly between the Acropolis and Hadrian’s Gate, which makes it a great choice for those who want to be within easy reach of Athens’ most recognizable ancient sites. This former Neo-Classical home includes 16 rooms and suites, as well as a rooftop...

The Urban Frame feels almost like an upscale hostel with private rooms. Its location in the middle of Athens means you’re really in it here, and while the hotel doesn’t offer a lot in the way of amenities, its inclusion of bedding from luxury Greek brand Cocomat means you’ll at least get a good...

Achilleas Hotel, a modern and minimalist boutique property, nestles in the dense urban fabric of Athens' Syntagma Neighborhood. Its location places guests a short stroll away from Syntagma Square, the Acropolis, and a plethora of shopping and dining options on Ermou Street, enveloping them in the...

The NLH Monastiraki occupies a neoclassical building with marble and iron-wrought balconies, ancient stone-lined walls, and a rooftop view of the Acropolis that all give a historical feel to its 36 clean and modern rooms. Tourist attractions like the Acropolis and Monastiraki Square are just a...