Ermou 15, Athens, 10563, Greece
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Elia Ermou Athens Hotel Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Elia Ermou Athens Hotel, you immediately get that “this is exactly where I wanted to be” feeling. I mean, you’re literally on Ermou Street — Athens’ main shopping drag — so the energy hits you right away. This four-star property sits in one of those perfect spots where you can actually walk everywhere that matters, and honestly, that’s half the battle won in a city like Athens. The lobby has this clean, modern vibe without trying too hard to be flashy.

The Location Magic

Here’s what I love about staying right here — you’re basically in the heart of everything, but it doesn’t feel overwhelming. Syntagma Square is just a few minutes’ walk, and you know what? You can easily stroll to the Acropolis without needing any transport. The Plaka neighborhood (where all those charming tavernas are) is right there too. Couples seem to absolutely love this spot — they’ve rated the location 9.8, which honestly makes total sense when you experience it yourself. You step out the door and Athens just unfolds around you.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was exactly what you’d want after a day of exploring — comfortable without being over the top, and surprisingly quiet considering you’re on such a busy street. The beds are actually good (you know how hit-or-miss hotel beds can be), and there’s decent space to spread out your stuff. What I appreciated was the attention to details like proper lighting and outlets where you need them. The bathrooms are modern and well-maintained, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how often hotels get this wrong.

Breakfast and Practical Stuff

The breakfast setup here is solid — they do both American and buffet style, so whether you want something familiar or feel like trying local options, you’re covered. I actually found myself lingering over coffee longer than usual, which is always a good sign. Oh, and if you’re driving (though I’m not sure why you’d want to in central Athens), there’s parking available at the hotel. That’s actually pretty rare and valuable in this part of the city, where finding a spot can be a real headache.

Why Guests Love It

Look, with a 9.1 rating, this place is clearly doing something right, and after staying here, I get it. It’s not trying to be the fanciest hotel in Athens — it’s just being really good at what matters most. You’re perfectly positioned to explore, the staff knows what they’re doing, and everything works the way it should. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need, especially when the city itself is the real star of the show. You’ll spend your days wandering ancient ruins and your evenings in cozy tavernas, then come back to a place that just… works.

Elia Ermou Athens Hotel Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Classic Double or Twin Room2 twin beds, or and 1 queen bed for 2 adults
Family Deluxe Room1 full bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Deluxe room with Jetted Tub2 twin beds for 2 adults
Deluxe Room with Hammam and Acropolis view2 twin beds for 2 adults
Junior Suite2 × 1 queen bed for 2 adults
Junior Suite with Hammam & Jacuzzi2 × 1 full bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Suite with Acropolis View2 × 1 full bed for 2 adults
Superior Double or Twin Room1 queen bed, or and 2 twin beds for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Elia Ermou Athens Hotel

  • Thorunn from Iceland (10/10)

    Super..but light for reading in bed needed

  • Luai from Israel (9/10)

    Position.. breakfast..stuff..cleaning stuff

  • Anna from Malta (10/10)

    The location was superb and the rooftop breakfast room view was super.

  • Yuri from Ukraine (10/10)

    Excellent breakfast
    Very friendly staff

  • Jennifer from United States of America (10/10)

    Staff was fabulous. Breakfast was wonderful. Excellent location.

  • Doron from Hungary (10/10)

    The best choice was to book this hotel.
    Location 10 out of 10.
    Amazing service, clean rooms, comfortable.
    Hotel stuff is very kind and helpful!

    Will definitely stay in Elia Ermou in my future visits to Athens!

  • Linda from Australia (9/10)

    Location, location and modern, comfortable and excellent value. Very obliging staff and good security.

  • Maria from Cyprus (10/10)

    The staff is friendly and very kind. The location of the hotel is perfect! Very clean rooms and delicious breakfast! Definitely we will be back again!!!!

  • Christina from Canada (10/10)

    The location. The restaurant on the rooftop was a must!!! Really appreciate the follow up with hotel management to make our stay the most comfortable.

  • Gilbert from Australia (8/10)

    Great position. Fantastic view of the Acropolis

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Adrianou Street: 500 m
  • Syntagma Square: 250 m
  • Numismatic Museum: 450 m
  • Monastiraki Square: 550 m
  • Tzistarakis Mosque: 550 m
  • Zappion – National Garden: 400 m
  • Museum of National History: 200 m
  • The Jewish Museum of Greece: 400 m
  • Museum of the City of Athens: 500 m
  • Museum of Greek Children’s Art: 350 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Barbail: 30 m
  • Cafe/Bar Crescento: 50 m
  • Cafe/Bar The Bar in Front of the Bar: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Acropolis: 1.5 km
  • Parthenon: 1.6 km
  • Erechtheion: 1.5 km
  • Roman Agora: 650 m
  • Acropolis Museum: 1.1 km
  • Tower of the Winds: 600 m
  • Temple of Hephaestus: 1.1 km
  • Museum of Cycladic Art: 1 km
  • Temple of Olympion Zeus: 1.3 km
  • Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 1.3 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Peak Lycabettus Hill: 2 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Edem Beach: 8 km
  • Flisvos Beach: 7 km
  • Kalamaki Beach: 8 km
  • Votsalakia Beach: 9 km
  • Akti tou Iliou Beach: 9 km

Public transit:

  • Train Thiseio Metro Station: 1.1 km
  • Subway Syntagma Metro Station: 400 m
  • Train Monastiraki Train Station: 600 m
  • Subway Panepistimio Metro Station: 650 m
  • Bus Athens International Bus Station: 4.3 km

Closest Airports:

  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 31 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples’ massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Activities:

  • Walking tours

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Kids’ meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages Spoken:

  • German
  • Greek
  • English
  • French

Cleaning Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Business Facilities:

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Babysitting/Child services
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House Rules at Elia Ermou Athens Hotel

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Children & Beds:

  • Child policies
  • Children of all ages are welcome.
  • Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
  • To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
  • The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
  • Crib and extra bed policies
  • There are no extra beds available at this property.

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Accepted payment methods:

  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Cash

Guest reviews

Staff :

9.2

Comfort :

9.4

Location :

9.8

Free Wifi :

8.6

Facilities :

9.1

Cleanliness :

9.4

Value for money :

8.9