4-star hotel
Nosteo
Mitropoleos 32, Athens, 10563, Greece
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Nosteo overview
Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places over the years, but Nosteo honestly caught me off guard in the best way possible. When you first walk in, there’s this immediate sense that someone actually cared about creating something special here – not just another cookie-cutter hotel experience. The lobby has this warm, lived-in feeling that somehow manages to be both sophisticated and genuinely welcoming, you know? I mean, the 4-star rating gives you an idea of what to expect, but that 9.5 guest rating? That tells the real story.
What really struck me during my stay was how they’ve nailed all those little details that most places completely overlook. The staff actually remembers your name after the first day (and not in that forced, corporate training way), the room temperature is spot-on when you arrive, and honestly – the beds are just fantastic. I’m normally a pretty light sleeper, but the soundproofing here is excellent, which you don’t always get even at higher-end places. The rooms themselves have this understated elegance that feels more like staying at a well-appointed friend’s place than a hotel. And here’s something I really appreciated – the wifi actually works properly throughout the building, even in the elevators, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places mess this up.
You know what really sets Nosteo apart though? It’s the kind of place where everything just… works. Check-in was smooth, housekeeping is thorough without being intrusive, and there’s this general attention to guest experience that feels authentic rather than scripted. I actually ended up extending my stay an extra night because I wasn’t quite ready to leave – something about the atmosphere just makes you want to slow down a bit. The common areas have this great energy during the day but never feel crowded or rushed. Whether you’re there for business or just exploring the area, it strikes that perfect balance between being attentive without hovering. I’ve already recommended it to a couple of friends, and honestly, that 9.5 rating makes complete sense once you’ve experienced it firsthand. Sometimes you find a place that just gets hospitality right, and Nosteo is definitely one of those gems.
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Nosteo accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Double Room | 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
| Junior Suite | 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
| Deluxe Suite | 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Nosteo
Shirley
Breakfast was brought to us in a basket and we ate it outside on the terrace. Great location to walk everywhere in the city. Quiet at night Very friendly and helpful staff
Tula
The property is situated in a perfect location. Syntagma Square is a few minutes by foot and most popular attractions are also a short walk. Excellent restaurants are next to and behind the hotel. The property was beautifully restored and the suites are large and comfortably furnished. The bathroom facilities are impressive. I especially enjoyed the large balcony with its view of the Metropolis Cathedral. Breakfast is chosen from a list and delivered to your suite at the time you choose. The staff is fabulous and Angeli was a delight and helpful to me in so many ways. Could be improved: The only drawback for me was the lack of parking. The nearby parking garage charged me 35 euros for 14 hours!
Kenneth
Staff were exceedingly welcoming and even appeared with a cake to wish me a happy birthday (a lovely personal touch). We liked the breakfast basket delivered to the room. The room was very comfortable and well appointed (we liked having the use of a fridge and having tea and coffee making facilities and having drinking water supplied). The hotel was spotlessly clean. The location is ideal for walking to main attractions, restaurants and also accessing public transport. Could be improved: We were happy with everything.
Juliet
The room was very large with interesting design features. The bed had a high-quality mattress and was super comfy. It was fun having a simple breakfast delivered to the room each morning in a basket and more relaxing than having to go downstairs to a dining area. Considering how noisy the street outside could be, I was pleasantly surprised how quiet our room was Could be improved: The air-conditioning didn't work, and for me the room was too light because there was an unusual interior window near the bed that had light shining through - what was it for we wondered apart from being purely decorative? To be fair to the staff, they were very receptive of this feedback and I feel sure they will address these points. Although a 'picnic-style' breakfast by its nature has to be simple, we would have liked to find higher-quality croissants and better bread included in our basket
William
Fantastic hotel! Beautiful, spacious room and the employees were very friendly. The hotel is in the center of the historic Plaka shopping area so it’s an excellent location!
Eddie
Wonderful! Great boutique hotel, the best location ever. Great staff. Could be improved: Breakfast could be a little bit richer.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- National Garden
- 350 m
- Syntagma Square
- 300 m
- Cathedral Metropolis
- 100 m
- Καπνικαρεα
- 250 m
- Παλαια Βουλη
- 300 m
- The Jewish Museum of Greece
- 350 m
- Museum of Greek Children's Art
- 300 m
- Αρχαιο Ιερο πανθεον
- 400 m
- Πλατεια Κολοκοτρωνη
- 350 m
- Μνημειο Αρχιεπ. Αθηνων Δαμασκηνου
- 200 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/bar21 Grams
- 1 m
- Cafe/bar The Bar in Front of the Bar
- 50 m
- Restaurant Electra Metropolis Athens
- 50 m
Top attractions
- Parthenon
- 1.4 km
- Erechtheion
- 700 m
- Roman Agora
- 450 m
- Acropolis Museum
- 900 m
- Monastiraki Square
- 500 m
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 700 m
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 750 m
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 800 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 1.2 km
- Museum of National History
- 500 m
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 2.1 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 7 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 7 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 9 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 9 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 9 km
Public transport
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 4.3 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 950 m
- Metro Syntagma Metro Station
- 400 m
- Metro Monastiraki Metro Station
- 550 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 550 m
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 28 km
Facilities
General
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Adults only
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Wake up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Ironing facilities
- Non smoking rooms
- Iron
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Shuttle service
- Free Wi Fi
- Air conditioning
- Flat screen TV
- Non smoking rooms
- Shower
- Minibar
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
- Spanish
- Hungarian
- Russian
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Breakfast in the room
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- TV
Other for your stay
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
Living Area
- Desk
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
House rules at Nosteo
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 15:00 to 23:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in
Check out
- From 07:00 to 11:00
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 9.9
Comfort 9.6
Location 10.0
Free Wi Fi 8.8
Facilities 9.6
Cleanliness 9.8
Value for money 9.4
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