Plaka is one of the most popular districts in Athens.
This neighborhood is also known as the “Neighborhood of the Gods” because of its close proximity to the Acropolis and many archeological sites. In fact, this area is the oldest neighborhood in Athens. Its located between Monastiraki and Syntagma squares and in addition to sites from antiquity, it also has some of the best shopping and best restaurants in Athens.
As you stroll through the picturesque streets in Plaka, you can’t help but feel cozy and nostalgic with the neoclassical buildings, cute cafes, traditional tavernas and ancient ruins around every corner. In Plaka, you will find the Acropolis, the Theater of Dionysus, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Athens Agora, the Museum of Greek Folk Instruments, and Frissaris Museum.
Both charming and elegant, Plaka is a great place to say when you visit Athens. Not only because of its proximity to ancient ruins and easy walking distance to most places in central Athens, but also because it is well connected with public transport from both the Acropolis and Syntagma metro stations.
On this page, we have put together a list of the 27 best recommended hotels in Athens' Plaka district, based on visitor reviews. To help you decide which hotel is right for you, we have sorted them in to different categories.
Best Luxury Hotels in Athens' Plaka District
1. Electra Palace Athens
Why This Hotel: Electra Palace is a great choice for those looking to be close to the sights and surrounded by luxury. All rooms in the beautiful neoclassical building are fully equipped with air conditioning, satellite TVs and include bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms have a view of the Acropolis. The hotel has a roof top pool and restaurant, as well as a spa and sauna facilities to help you relax completely after a day of sightseeing. Electra Palace is just a 4-minute walk to Syntagma Square and the Greek Parliament where you can watch the changing of the Evzones guard and the Acropolis is a 17-mintue walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Business Trips, Groups, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: High
- Address: Navarchou Nikodimou 18-20, Athens 105 57, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
2. The Dolli at Acropolis
Why This Hotel: The Dolli at Acropolis is perfect for those who want to stay in a few steps away from the Acropolis in a renovated historical mansion. This 5-star hotel has all the amenities that you would expect, including room service, concierge service, and currency exchange as well as all rooms come equipped with a mini-bar and espresso maker. There is a rooftop restaurant and lounge with great views. The rooms are stylishly decorated with modern elements. Many of the major sights are just a few steps away, including Ermou Shopping Street and Hadrian’s Library. Its only a 15-minute walk to Syntagma Square.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips, Solo Travelers,
- Price Range: High
- Address: Mitropoleos 49, Athens 105 56, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
3. NEW Hotel
Why This Hotel: NEW Hotel is perfect for travelers who like clean modern design with tasteful original elements, close to many of the ancient sites. This hotel has 79 rooms with floor-to-celling windows, desks, and bamboo floors and modern décor. There is a roof-top bar and spa facilities in the hotel as well as 5 fully equipped conference rooms. The hotel also offers various experience opportunities including tours and classes. NEW Hotel is located 200 meters from Syntagma Square and is walking distance from Hadrian’s Library.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips, Solo Travelers, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Filellinon 16, Athens 105 57, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
4. 101 Adrianou Luxury Urban Stay
Why This Hotel: 101 Adrianou Luxury Urban Stay is perfect for travelers who have a taste for modern urban design with the atmosphere of the historic Plaka near the most popular sites. These suites are equipped with a seating area, flat screen TV, refrigerator, coffee maker and air-conditioning. The suites have either an Acropolis view or garden view. 101 Adrianou Luxury Urban Stay is located only about a half-kilometer from Ermou Shopping Street, Syntagma Square and the National Garden.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: High
- Address: Adrianou 101, Athens 105 58, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
5. AVA Hotel
Why This Hotel: This chic boutique hotel offers spacious suites for those who like comfort and exclusiveness. All rooms are inspired by Athenian heriatige and have a sitting area, luxurious bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a balcony with either a view of Plaka or the Acropolis. From the hotel it is just a short 5-minute walk to the Acropolis, the National Garden is 400-meter walk away and Syntagma Square is 600 meters away. There is a metro station that is just a 3-minute walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips, Solo Travelers, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Lisikratous 9, 11, Athens 105 58, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
6. AthensWas Design Hotel
Why This Hotel: AthensWas is a perfect choice for travelers who prefer a luxury boutique hotel close to all the main sights in Athens. The 21 luxurious rooms and suites in this hotel have a desk, flat screen TV, bathrobe & slippers, and coffee machine. There is a fantastic roof top bar with amazing views and Sense Restaurant on the 7th floor. Its location on the pedestrian street, Dionysiou Areopagitou, across from the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum ensure that you are close to everything. The Acropolis metro station is only 200 meters away.
- This Hotel is for: Families, Couples, Business Trips, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: High
- Address: Dionysiou Areopagitou 5, Athens 117 42, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Midrange Hotels in Athens' Plaka District
7. Plaka Hotel
Why This Hotel: Plaka Hotel’s charming location in the picturesque Plaka neighborhood makes it a great choice for travelers who want a comfortable say in a great location close to the major sights in Athens. Each of the 67 elegant guest rooms has a minibar and air conditioning, and most have a view of the Acropolis, Plaka, or Lybetticus Hill. The Acropolis Museum, the Archaeology Museum, Monastiraki Square, and Ermou Shopping Street are with in walking distance, as are most of the other sights in the area.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Kapnikareas 7, Athens 105 56, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
8. Wisdom Residence Luxury Apartments at Plaka
Why This Hotel: These apartments are perfect for those who want to stay close to the sights with all the comforts of home. These 4-star apartments put you close to the attractions and provides several in-house facilities to make your stay even more pleasant. All apartments feature air-conditioning, full kitchens and laundry facilities. The apartments are located in neoclassical buildings close to the heart of old Athens, and just 60 meters from the Museum of Greek Folk Instruments and the Frissaris Museum, about 90 meters from the Jewish Museum and only about 500 meters from Ermou Shopping Street and the National Garden.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Tsatsou 5, Athens 105 58, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
9. The Zillers Athens Boutique Hotel
Why This Hotel: The Zillers Athens Boutique Hotel is the perfect choice for travelers who love the nostalgic feel of a historical building with parquet floors and breathtaking views, close to the main attractions. Each room is air conditioned, has a flat screen TV and a bathrobe and slippers are provided. The newly renovated roof top restaurant and bar offer breathtaking views. The hotel is located only 300 meters from the Roman Agora and Monastiraki Square, and 400 meters from the picturesque Anafiotika neighborhood. The Monastiraki Metro Station is just 300 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Mitropoleos 54, Athens 105-63, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
10. Acro & Polis
Why This Hotel: Acro & Polis studios and apartments are a great choice if you want to be just steps away from the highlights of Athens. All accommodations have air conditioning and flatscreen TVs, some have balconies with city and mountain views. From the rooftop terrace you can take it more breathtaking views of the Acropolis. The Acropolis Museum, the Roman Agora, the Tower of the Winds, the Temple of the Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Gate and Ermou Street are close by. Monastiraki Metro station is 600 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: 11 Erotokritou Street, Athens, Greece 94043
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
11. A77 Suites by Andronis
Why This Hotel: A77 Suites by Andronis is the perfect place to stay if you love luxury and shopping, but still want to be close to all the main attractions in Athens. This small boutique hotel features a seating area and wardrobe in all rooms and some units have a balcony. If you love to shop in style the carefully curated boutique shop on the ground floor will make sure you always step out in style. The hotel is located about 800 meters from the Roman Agora and Ermou Shopping Street. Monastiraki metro station is about a 13 minute walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Adrianoy 77, Athens 105 56, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
12. Living in Plaka at Nikis Street
Why This Hotel: Living in Plaka at Nikis Street is an apartment located in Plaka and is ideal for your stay in Athens near all the main sights. The fully equipped apartment features air conditioning, full kitchen, sitting room, one bedroom, one bathroom and a balcony. It is located a 3-minute walk away from Ermou Shopping Street and a 8-minute walk to the National Garden and the Acropolis Metro Station.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Business Trips, Solo Travelers
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: 33 Nikis, Athens, 10557, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Family Hotels in Athens' Plaka District
13. Fos Residential Apartments
Why This Hotel: If you are traveling with your family and want an elegant and spacious accomidation close to every thing in Athens, Fos Residential Apartments is for you. Fos Residential Apartments offers a prime location and space for the whole family in one of their high-end apartments. All units include air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and space for the whole family. When you choose to stay here, you are only 300 meters from the Acropolis and about 700 meters from the Athens Agora and National Garden. The Syntagma Metro station is just 500 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medum-High
- Address: Adrianoy 91, Athens 105 56, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
14. Dion Suites
Why This Hotel: Dion Suites has 1 bed, 1 bath apartments with a sitting area, perfect for a family stay in Athens close to the attractions. All apartments have air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, a dining areas, and flat screen TVs. The Roman Agora, the Theater of Dionysus, and the Church of Kapnikarea are within a 600 meter walking distance. The Monastiraki Metro station is just 300 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: 7 Pandrossou, Athens, 10556, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
15. Rastoni Athens Suites near Acropolis at Tsatsou street
Why This Hotel: Rastoni Athens Suites offers 7 modern apartments very close to the picturesque streets of Plaka, close to all the sights. Each unit is different and reflects the unmistakable essence of Athenian aesthetics. All of the apartments have air conditioning, fully functionial kitchenettes, and flat screen TVs, making this the perfect place to stay with your family for comfort away from home. Syntagma Square with the Greek Parliament building and the National Garden are 300 meters away and the Acropolis and Odeon of Herod Atticus are only 10 minutes away on foot. The Syntagma Metro station is only a few minutes away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Budget
- Address: Tsatsou 4, Athens 105 57, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
16. Athens Plaka Family Suites
Why This Hotel: Athens Plaka Family Suites is the perfect choice for families who want to stay in a fully renovated neoclassical townhouse close to the best sights in Athens. These stylish and comfy apartments have air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, and flat screen TVs. The Acropolis Museum is about 700 meters away. These suites are located only 500 meters from the Acropolis Metro Station.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Low
- Address: 4 Olimpiou Dios, Athens, 10558, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
17. Palladian Home
Why This Hotel: We continue our list of best family hotels in Plaka with Palladian Home. Housed in a historic mansion, this is the perfect place for a family stay if you want to be close to the main attractions in Athens. This stylish and comfortable accomidation features a kitchen on each floor for guest to use, as well as air conditioning, sound proof rooms, and luxury linens. The Acropolis is a 10-minute walk away and the Syntagma Metro Station is only 700 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Farmaki 2, Athens 105 58, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Romantic Hotels in Athens' Plaka District
18. Electra Metropolis
Why This Hotel: If you are exploring Athens with your sweetheart you will love a stay at Electra Metropolis in near the Plaka and stylish Kolonaki districts. The spectacular Metropolis Rooftop Garden and M Lounge on the 10th floor offer amazing ambiance and view of the Acropolis. Enjoy a cocktail by the waterfall effect rooftop pool or unwind after sightseeing at the Aegeo Spa. All rooms are air conditioned and feature modern décor with wooden floors and marble bathrooms. Syntagma Metro Station is only 200 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Mitropoleos 15, Athens 105 57, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
19. Athens Version Luxury Suites
Why This Hotel: At Athens Version Luxury Suites you can enjoy a on of a kind 360-degree view over Athens on the exclusive rooftop terrace. Enjoy room service, a restaurant, and concierge services during your stay. All room have air conditioning and a flat screen TV. You can reach Hadrian’s Library, Ermou Shopping Street, and the Temple of Hephestus in under 5 minutes. Monastiraki Square and metro station is about 300 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: 121 Ermou & 18, Astiggos, Athens 105 55, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
20. Lotus Center Apartments
Why This Hotel: Lotus Center Apartments offers couples the chance enjoy dinner in the lovely roof garden hall restaurant and relax in the onsite Lotus Spa. These apartments are located on the famous Ermou Shopping street and in close proximity to the stylish Kononaki and Psiri districts. The Acropolis is about 1 kilometer away and Monastiraki Square and metro station is just a stones throw away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Buisness Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Ermou 95, Athens 105 55, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
21. Sweet Home Hotel
Why This Hotel: Couples will love the beauty combined with luxury at Sweet Home Hotel in Athens’ Plaka district close to all the main attractions. Sweet Home Hotel is housed in a historical building that has been lovingly restored with handcrafted details and makes sure that you stay here is relaxing and calm with professional massage services in the hotel. Each room in this boutique hotel has air conditioning, a mini-bar and flat screen TV. The Acropolis is only a 10-minute walk way and the Syntagma metro station and square is only 400 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Patroou 5, Athens 105 57, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
22. Cityzoe Athens Suites
Why This Hotel: Cityzoe Athens Suites offers couples a chance to relax for a romantic evening on the private terrace with all the major sights with in view. Tucked away in the Plaka district and only a 3-minute walk to the charming Anafiotika district, this hotel has all the amenities you would expect including a flat screen TV and some units have balconies with either city or garden views. The Acropolis and Ermou Shopping Street are near by.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Lisikratous 8, Athens 105 58, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
23. Home and Poetry Hotel
Why This Hotel: Next on our list of romantic hotels in Athens’ Plaka district is Home and Poetry Hotel. This hotel offers couples the chance to enjoy special moments on the roof top terrace or if you prefer privacy and discretion you can choose to dine in the warm comfort of your room or suite. Some rooms include a sitting area to relax after a day of sight seeing. Home and Poety Hotel is about 300 meters from the Acropolis Museum, the Temple of the Olympian Zeus, and the Parthenon.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: High
- Address: Lisikratous 10, Athina 105 58, Yunanistan
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
24. Kyria Boutique Hotel
Why This Hotel: Write your own vintage love story at Kyria Boutique Hotel. Embrace the romance of past times in this exclusive boutique hotel featuring 5 rooms with all the luxuries you would expect, including air conditioning and a flat screen TV. Some rooms feature seating areas and/or balconies. You can also enjoy dinner in the onsite restaurant. This hotel is located about 1km from the Parthenon and the Acropolis.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Famlilies
- Price Range: High
- Address: Dionisiou Aeropagitou & Vironos 24, Plaka, Athens, 10558, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Budget Hotels in Athens' Plaka District
25. Urban Frame Hotel
Why This Hotel: If you want urban comfort close to the sights, this contemporary hotel offers rooms that are steps away from the most popular sights in Athens. Ideal for all types of travelers, the hotel also offers amenities for families with children upon advance request. All rooms are air conditioned and there is a shared lounge in the lobby with a coffee bar and there is a continental breakfast in the morning. Urban Frame Hotel is close to Ermou Shopping Street, the National Garden, and the Parthenon.
- This Hotel is For: Solo Travelers, Couples, Business Trips, Families
- Price Range: Low
- Address: 40, Nikis Str, Athens 105 58, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
26. Metis Athens Suites
Why This Hotel: Metis Athens Suites is perfect for your stay in Athens if you want to say near all the action and sights in Plaka. Several room options are offered including an apartment. The penthouse has a balcony/terrace and an incredible view of the Acropolis. Monastiraki Square and metro station are located 300 meters away and the Roman Agora is 400 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Solo Travelers, Couples, Business Trips, Families
- Price Range: Low
- Address: Mitropoleos 41 & Mnisikleous 1 1st floor, Athens
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
27. Plaka, Center of All Greek Legends
Why This Hotel: This apartment is located only 300 meters from the picturesque Anafiotika district. It has one bedroom, one bathroom and a kitchette area and there is wifi in all the rooms. The Theater of Dionysus, the Roman Agora and the Temple of the Olympian Zeus are only 200 meters away. The National Garden is 800 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Low
- Address: Plaka, Acropolis, Thalou 4, Athina 105 58, Yunanistan
- How to Book Online: Booking.com