4-star hotel
Luxury Studio in Historical Center, Syntagma-Plaka
Patroou 1, Athens, 10557, Greece
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Luxury Studio in Historical Center, Syntagma-Plaka overview
Look, I’ve stayed in a lot of places in Athens, but Luxury Studio in Historical Center, Syntagma-Plaka really surprised me. I mean, when you hear “luxury studio,” you’re usually bracing yourself for something tiny with fancy towels and not much else – but this place actually delivers on both the luxury and the location in a way that made sense.
The thing is, you’re right in that sweet spot between Syntagma and Plaka, which honestly is where you want to be if you’re trying to do Athens properly. I could walk to the Ancient Agora in maybe eight minutes (I timed it because I’m weird like that), and getting to Monastiraki for the flea market was just this easy stroll down streets that smell like grilled souvlaki and coffee. You know what really got me though? The studio itself feels like someone who actually lives in Athens designed it, not some corporate hotel chain. The space is thoughtfully laid out – and I say this as someone who’s been crammed into “cozy” European accommodations that felt more like expensive closets. There’s actual room to spread out your stuff, decent lighting for getting ready (crucial if you’re planning those sunset Acropolis photos), and the bathroom has one of those rainfall showerheads that actually works. The 4-star rating feels right; it’s polished without being stuffy.
What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays at night, considering you’re literally in the heart of everything. I was expecting to hear every tourist stumbling back from dinner in Plaka, but the windows must be pretty solid because I slept through the night without issue. Mornings are lovely too – there’s something about the way the light hits the nearby buildings that makes you remember why people have been living in this neighborhood for literally thousands of years. The 8.0 rating makes total sense when you factor in that you’re paying for location as much as amenities, and honestly, being able to walk to the National Gardens for a morning jog or hitting up that amazing little bakery near Ermou Street (you’ll find it, trust me) without dealing with metro transfers or taxis is worth quite a bit. I’d definitely book this again, especially if you’re the type who wants to feel like you’re staying in Athens rather than just visiting it.
Best hotels in Athens range from charming boutique properties in the historic Plaka district to elegant rooftop hotels with stunning views of the Acropolis and Parthenon.
Luxury Studio in Historical Center, Syntagma-Plaka accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | 1 double bed, 1 sofa bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Luxury Studio in Historical Center, Syntagma-Plaka
Laura
Great locatoion, walk to everything. There a shop just down the street "The Bakery" that has excellent baked goods for breakfast. The Babka and cinnamon roll were delicious. Lots of restaurants really close by. Easy access to Syntagma square subway. Get on that and then go straight to the airport. Elevator in building - didn't have to carry up heavy luggage. Rooftop access has 2 nice lounge chairs to lay back and look at the stars. Table and chairs also on rooftop. Washer and dryer in the basement and complimentary laundry detergent was an added bonus. Could be improved: Didn't know the trash removal process. Maybe leave a note in the apartment and encourage renters to recycle when they can. Show a map of where it is - a bit of a walk, but if we knew early on, we would have done recycling and dropped off items as we headed out for the day.
Özlem
This was the second time we stayed here because it’s really the best option in Athens. Location, facilities, staff… all is excellent. You can walk to everywhere in Athens and the room is modern and clean and comfortable. The only thing -what everyone mentioned- is that it has a tiny bathroom. But it wasn’t a problem even when I was with my 4 year old daughter. It was sometimes noisy (because it’s in the center of everything) but we weren’t disturbed at all. And, last time (Jun’23) we were self checked in but this time someone welcomed us. I think the owners had changed but the same hospitality. Could be improved: It isn’t something I don’t like but I was surprised a bit. We have stayed almost hundreds of different hotels/airbnbs…etc and it was the first time I was asked to wash, dry and put away the dishes I used and bring the trash to the outside trash bins. The garbage thing is acceptable somehow but washing the dishes (which I couldn’t do it anyway because I had no time)…
Bridie
Location was fantastic walking distance to everywhere and run in the heart of Athens. Spacious and nicely decorated with a little balcony and a roof terrace a couple of floors up. The beds were super comfortable and the kitchen quite well equipped. Communication was excellent and we were shown around the apartment when we arrived great. A great place to stay in Athens. Could be improved: The apartment was a little bit noisy at night, but then this is the centre of a capital city, I was fine with earplugs
Nigel
This place was very good Could be improved: Not much to improve on
Juliana
Beautiful, clean, modern, comfortable, great location. Quite roomy with a good kitchen ;) Could be improved: Needs a better air conditioning system as it gets too hot.
Ester
Great room with beautiful balconies. The bathroom is tiny however and the shower is really small and hard to get in and out of. Good location in Plaka and a 5 minute walk to Monastriki square
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Roman Agora
- 350 m
- Syntagma Square
- 400 m
- Cathedral Metropolis
- 150 m
- Καπνικαρεα
- 350 m
- Οικια Τσωρτσ
- 350 m
- Παλαια Βουλη
- 350 m
- The Jewish Museum of Greece
- 300 m
- Museum of Greek Children's Art
- 250 m
- Αρχαιο Ιερο πανθεον
- 300 m
- Μνημειο Αρχιεπ. Αθηνων Δαμασκηνου
- 150 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/bar21 Grams
- 100 m
- Restaurant Old Ithaki
- 100 m
- Cafe/bar Belle Epoque Athens
- 100 m
Top attractions
- Parthenon
- 1.3 km
- Erechtheion
- 600 m
- National Garden
- 450 m
- Acropolis Museum
- 800 m
- Monastiraki Square
- 550 m
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 750 m
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 800 m
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 700 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 1.1 km
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 2.2 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 7 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 7 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 8 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 9 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 8 km
Public transport
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 4.4 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1 km
- Metro Syntagma Metro Station
- 500 m
- Metro Monastiraki Metro Station
- 600 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 550 m
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 28 km
Facilities
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Washing machine
- Non smoking rooms
- Shower
- Lift
- Coffee machine
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Non smoking rooms
Other for your stay
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
- Balcony
- Terrace
Room Amenities
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Media & Technology
- Satellite channels
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Languages spoken
- English
Reception services
- Concierge service
House rules at Luxury Studio in Historical Center, Syntagma-Plaka
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 16:00 to 21:00
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check out
- Until 11:00
Age restriction
- The minimum age for check in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Guest scores in detail
Staff 9.4
Comfort 9.2
Location 9.6
Facilities 8.8
Cleanliness 8.9
Value for money 8.8
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