- The Acropolis is one of the oldest attractions in Old Athens.akropolis athens image by Christopher Ritsch from Fotolia.com
Old Athens, or Plaka as it is known in Greece, is a hub for both tourists and business travelers. It is around 10 minutes away from the business district and close to attractions such as the Temple of Zeus, Syntagma Square, Acropolis Hill and the Parthenon. There are many places to stay in this part of the city, from small, family-run hotels to luxury boutique accommodations. - The Cecil Hotel is a neo-classical-themed accommodation close to the ancient market in Old Athens. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring Plaka and nearby Psiri, with numerous shops, nightlife and restaurants also close by. Other attractions in the area include Lycabettus Hill, Philopappou Hill and Syndagma Square. Seasonal room rates apply for summer and winter bookings, and single to quadruple rooms are available for visitors; these include a private bathroom, telephone and television.
Cecil Hotel
39 Athinas St.
Athens 10554
Greece
011-30-210-32-17-079
cecil.gr - Ava Hotel is located in the heart of Old Athens, within walking distance of Acropolis Hill and other ancient monuments. The self-styled boutique hotel offers a mix of hotel and 'home from home' facilities. Regular and executive apartments with small balconies are available, and suites with verandas can also be booked. All come equipped with kitchen and living areas, private bathroom and luxury furnishings. Seven special packages are also available, which include meals, attraction tickets, or champagne for special occasions.
Ava Hotel
9-11 Lyssikratous St.
Athens 10558
Greece
011-30-210-32-59-000
avahotel.gr - The Plaka Hotel is ideally located for exploring the sites of Old Athens, and sightseeing trips can be arranged via the hotel reception. The hotel offers 67 rooms, all equipped with Wi-Fi connections, satellite TV, radio, safe and other facilities. The hotel also offers a laundry service and babysitting and room service from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. The Plaka Hotel also offers a cooked and continental breakfast buffet, a rooftop bar open in summer and added extras such as dinner for groups and special rates on certain calendar dates.
The Plaka Hotel
7 Kapnikareas Street & Mitropoleos
Plaka Area
Athens 10556
Greece
011-30-210-32-22-096
plakahotel.gr - Although small, what it lacks in size the Magna Grecia Hotel makes up for in luxury accommodation and facilities. A boutique hotel in the center of old Athens, it offers single rooms, double rooms, family rooms and the Acropolis View Suite. Along with fully equipped luxury rooms, the hotel offers beauty treatments such as massages and manicures, sightseeing trips, breakfast or afternoon tea and live music in the bar/restaurant.
Magna Grecia Hotel
Mitropoleos 54
Athens 10563
Greece
011-30-210-32-40-314
magnagreciahotel.com
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