Athens is a pool paradise!
In fact, pools have been an important part of daily life in Greek culture for centuries. Pools were used for bathing, health and exercise, relaxing and of course socializing since the 6th century BC.
Did you know that Plato even felt that every child needed to learn how to swim as part of a proper education, along with mathematics, writing, and astronomy?
With so many ancient monuments to see and so many things to do, what better way to relax after a day out and about than with a refreshing dip in the pool?
Below, check out our list of the best hotels with a pool in Athens!
Best Luxury Hotels with Pools in Athens
1. Electra Palace Hotel
Why This Hotel: Electra Palace’s rooftop pool and bar with fantastic views of the Acropolis and Plaka make it stand out. The spa and sauna facilities to help you relax completely after a day of sightseeing. It 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. 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, Families
- Price Range: High
- Address: Navarchou Nikodimou 18-20, Athens 105 57, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
2. Divani Palace Acropolis
Why This Hotel: Divani Palace Acropolis is a great choice if you want to enjoy light snacks and drinks from the hotel’s D Bar by the pool. A fitness center with a sauna at the hotel is also available for guest to use. There are three dining options, including the Acropolis Secret Restaurant on the roof top, Aspassia Restaurant for breakfast, and D Bar mentioned earlier by the pool. The spacious and contemporary guest rooms ensure that you are surrounded by comfort and luxury. All rooms have air conditioning and private balconies. The hotel is just a 7-minute walk to the Acropolis and the Plaka district is about a 10 minute walk away. The Acropolis metro station is 500 meters from the hotel.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Business Trips, Solo Travelers, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: 19-25 Parthenonos, Athens, 117-42, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
3. Electra Metropolis
Why This Hotel: Enjoy a cocktail beside the waterfall effect rooftop pool or unwind after sightseeing at the Aegeo Spa at Electra Metropolis. If you are exploring Athens you will love a stay at Electra Metropolis in near the Plaka and stylish Kolonaki district. The spectacular Metropolis Rooftop Garden and M Lounge on the 10th floor offer amazing ambiance and view of the Acropolis. 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
4. Athens Capital Center Hotel –Mgallery Collection
Why This Hotel: At Athens Capital Center Hotel - Mgallery Collection’s roof top pool, you can sip cocktails and soak in one of the most enchanting views over Athens. This hotel features a restaurant and the Galerié Café where you can admire fine art. All rooms are inviting with luxury amenities and stylish décor. The hotel is located in the upmarket Kolonaki district, one of the most chic and elegant districts in Athens. Syntagma Square and the Parliament Building and the National Garden are just minutes away on foot.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: 4 Eleftheriou Venizelou Avenue and 2 Kriezotou, Syntagma Square street, Athens 105 64, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
5. Green Suites Boutique Hotel
Why This Hotel: This hotel is the perfect choice for eco-savvy travelers who want to relax in a roof top pool and have access to the hotel’s roof top sauna. This hotel allows you to enjoy luxury with out sacrificing a small carbon footprint. All of the eco-friendly amenities in this hotel make it stand out. Green Suites Boutique Hotel is located in the Ano Patisia District about 5 km from all the main attractions. The Ano Patisia metro station is only 3 minutes away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Mak Milan 8, Athens 111 44, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
6. Coco-Mat Athens BC
Why This Hotel: If you are looking for an indoor swimming pool and sophisticated accommodation, then Coco-Mat Athens BC is for you. The hotel’s indoor pool, spa roof-top garden, free bikes, and the the Roman mosaic in the hotel lobby are sure to make your stay in Athens unforgettable. All of the hotels rooms are equipped with a desk, air conditioning, mini-bar, and coffee maker. Coco-Mat Athens BC is located in the center of Athens, just 300 meters from the Acropolis Museum and Acropolis metro station.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Falirou 5, Athens 117 42, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
7. The Residence - Christokopidou Hotel & SPA
Why This Hotel: If you are looking for eco-friendly and urban elegance, look no further than The Residence Christokopidou Hotel & SPA, with is indoor pool, spa, hamam, sauna, and roof top hot tub. The 16 modern and spacious rooms have comfortable beds, air conditioning, mini-bar and Nespresso maker. The hotel has contactless check-in and check-out and has an app to handle all room service requests. The hotel is located in the ultra hip Psyri District in Athens. This is an ideal base to begin exploring all of the ancient sights. Monastiraki metro station is only 180 meters away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Families
- Price Range: High
- Address: Christokopidou 19, Athens 105 54, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
8. Villa Politia
Why This Hotel: If you want to stay in a villa with a private pool, then Villa Politia is just what you are looking for. This luxurious villa is in one of Athens most exclusive neighborhoods and features 3 bedrooms, 2 living areas, one of which opens to the private pool, and a large kitchen. From the villa there are magnificent view over the whole city. Central Athens is about 20 kilometers away and the property will assist with rental cars, tours, Greek cooking classes with a chef and airport transfers
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Groups, Business Trips
- Price Range: High
- Address: Ioustinianou 24, Nea Erithrea 146 71, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Midrange Hotels with Pools in Athens
9. Brasil Suites Boutique Hotel
Why This Hotel: If you prefer to stay near the Athenian Rivera and want to soak up the sun and relax in the pool, then this hotel is perfect for you. Brasil Suites Boutique Hotel is a short walk for Glyfada’s exclusive shopping district and sandy beaches. A professional golf course and tennis courts are nearby. The hotel boasts minimalist and modern suites with all the amenities that you would expect including comfortable living spaces and home entertainment options. The hotel is located only 25 minutes from Athens by car.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Families, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Eleftherias 4, Glyfada 166 74, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
10. Athina Art Apartments
Why This Hotel: Athina Art Apartmens is a great choice with its roof top pool and location in the Gazi district, known as the new cool place to be in Athens with restaurants, music, arts and the Technopolis Museum-Cultural Center. These three contemporary art lofts have a modern living area with flatscreen TV and each room opens to a furnished balcony with a view of Athens. The Acropolis is about 4.5 kilometers away and Monastiraki is 2 kilometers away. The Keramikos metro station is a 3 minute walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Orfeos 47, Athens 118 54, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
11. Bespoke House Athens
Why This Hotel: Bespoke House Athens is a good choice for a place to stay in Athens if you are looking for a comfortable and modern room with a pool view. Some units even have terrace or balcony with a private pool where you can relax after a long day of sightseeing. All rooms have air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator. This hotel is located less than 1 kilometer from the National Theater and Omonia Square and metro station are about a 14-minute walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Popliou 6A, Athens 104 36, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
12. Athens Lycabettus Hill Penthouse, Private Roof Garden & Pool
Why This Hotel: Athens Lycabettus Hill Penthouse with a private roof garden and pool is truly one-of-a-kind and perfect for your next trip with family or friends. It is located at the foot of Lycabettus Hill in a quiet and safe neighborhood but still close to all the sights you will want to see in Athens. The 160m2 apartment and 160m2 roof terrace give you plenty of room to spread out and relax. Its about a 7-minute taxi ride to the Acropolis and the Parliament.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Groups, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: 12 Koniari street, Athens, 11521, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Family Hotels with Pools in Athens
13. ChrisAndro Apartment
Why This Hotel: ChrisAndro Apartment is perfect for your next family trip to Athens, if you are looking for an accommodation with a private pool a little bit outside of the city. This fully appointed one-bedroom, one bath apartment has everything you might need to have a pleasant vacation including a fully equipped kitchen and excellent service. From the apartment it is just a short taxi ride to the National Archaeological Museum and the Acropolis.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Groups
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Pipinou 45, Peristeri, Athens, 12136, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
14. A.P. Acropolis View Apartments
Why This Hotel: If you are looking for a family friendly hotel with a pool near the center of Athens, look no further. A. P. Acropolis View Apartments. These apartments feature air conditioning, flat screen TVs, mini-bars, and an indoor pool and fitness room. Located less than 1 kilometer from Monastiraki Square in the Psyrri neighborhood, you are close to all the most important sights in Athens.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Sarri 23, Psyrri, Athens, 10554, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
15. Blazer Suites Hotel
Why This Hotel: Blazer Suites Hotel is a great choice if you want a hotel with a pool near 2 sandy beaches for your family stay in Athens. This hotel is located in the Glyfada area just a short walk from shopping, beaches and entertainment. All rooms have balconies with magnificent sea views, living rooms and kitchenettes. You can enjoy refreshments by the pool in the Blazer Pool Club tucked away in the beautiful garden. This hotel is located about 13 kilometers from the center of Athens and about 19 kilometers from the airport.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium/High
- Address: 1 K.Karamanli Avenue, Voula, Athens, 16673, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
16. ACRON Suites & Apartments
Why This Hotel: ACRON Suites & Apartments is great if you are looking for a pool and hot tub near all the sights in Athens for your family trip. This apartment in Koukaki features air conditioning, flat screen TV, refrigerator, and coffee maker to make your stay here pleasant. When you choose to stay here you are only 300 meters from the Acropolis Museum and the Roman Agora is only 400 meters away. The Acropolis metro station is a 5-minute walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Families, Couples, Business Trips
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Prytaneiou 11, Athens 105 56, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Romantic Hotels with Pools in Athens
17. Asomation
Why This Hotel: At the top of our list of the best romantic hotels in Athens is Asomation. This lovely historical hotel was once a carriage house and is seeped in charm with romantic and contemporary touches. The hotel’s indoor pool with an elegant water feature is sure to please your senses, as is the carefully selected wine list. Your stay includes a breakfast with the tastiest selection of pastries, salads, cheese, yogurt and olives. Asomation is close to all the main attractions in Athens and the Monastiraki metro station is only a 10-minute walk away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Guests over 16
- Price Range: High
- Address: 10, Asomaton Str, Athens 105 53, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
18. Academias Hotel, Autograph Collection
Why This Hotel: Academias Hotel brings together timeless Athenian wisdom with modern interpretations of Plato’s Academy to awaken your senses for your romantic getaway to Athens. This 5-star hotel features an indoor pool where you can relax and enjoy a movie on the projection wall and three top quality restaurants, including Symposum Resturant, Plato Lounge Bar, and NYX Japanese Fusion Gastrobar. Pnoes Wellness Center onsite ensures your relaxing romantic retreat is just perfect. The hotel is located close to all the main sights in Athens, just 600 meters from Syntagma Square and metro station.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Akadimias 38, Athens 106 72, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
19. Glyfada Riviera Hotel
Why This Hotel: If your romantic tastes include a pool and easy access to a beach, then Glyfada Riviera Hotel is the perfect choice for you. This 5-star hotel has everything you might need for a romantic stay, including a wine & cocktail lounge, fine dining restaurant, a pool bar, as well as a spa. Room service is also available. All rooms are air conditioning and satellite TV. The hotel is within walking distance to Glyfada Golf Course and Athens city center is 18 kilometers away.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: High
- Address: Leoforos Poseidonos 40 &, Nafsikas, Glyfada 166 75, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
20. Coco-Mat Athens Jumelle
Why This Hotel: If authentic hospitality inspires your romantic side, then Coco-Mat Athens Jumelle is the perfect choice for your romantic trip to Athens. This hotel features an indoor pool and spa, as well as a romantic roof top garden. The laid back atmosphere in the onsite Honesty Bar provides delicious sips and bites and a home like place to relax. All of the rooms have air conditioning and flat screen TVs. The hotel is located in the Koloaki neighbor with great shopping and not far from all the main attractions in Athens.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips, Groups
- Price Range: Medium
- Address: Irodotou 2, Athens 106 75, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com
Best Budget-Friendly Hotels with Pools in Athens
21. Thomas Beach Hotel
Why This Hotel: Thomas Beach Hotel is the ideal choice if you the option to relax at the pool or relax at the beach a little bit outside of Athens in the quiet Nea Makri area. This hotel is located only 50 meters from a the lushious Nea Makri Beach and only 200 meters from the center of the resort and nightlife. The hotel features an outdoor pool with sun loungers, a garden, and a bar that serves refreshements. There are also barbeque facilities. All rooms have air conditioning and balconies with a view of the beach. The hotel is located 32 kilometers from Athens and only 12 kilometers from the airport.
- This Hotel is For: Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, Business Trips
- Price Range: Low
- Address: Venizelou 32, Nea Makri, 19005, Greece
- How to Book Online: Booking.com