The One Acropolis Overview
I’ll be honest – when I first walked into The One Acropolis, I wasn’t expecting much from another four-star hotel in Athens. But you know what? This place actually surprised me in the best possible way. The lobby has this understated elegance that doesn’t scream “look at me” like so many hotels do, and the staff genuinely seemed happy to see guests walk through the door (which, let’s face it, isn’t always the case in busy tourist areas).
What really sets this hotel apart is how they’ve managed to nail that sweet spot between modern comfort and Greek character. The rooms feel thoughtfully designed rather than cookie-cutter corporate – I mean, you can tell someone actually considered how a tired traveler would move through the space. The beds are properly comfortable (not just pretty), and honestly, the shower pressure was better than what I have at home. I stayed during peak season in July, and while the city was absolutely buzzing outside, the rooms stayed surprisingly quiet. They’ve clearly invested in decent soundproofing, which is huge when you’re trying to recover from walking around ancient ruins all day.
Here’s the thing that really impressed me though – the location works on multiple levels. You’re close enough to all the major sites that you won’t spend your entire vacation in taxis, but far enough from the absolute chaos of Plaka that you can actually relax in the evenings. The neighborhood has that authentic Athenian feel where you’ll see locals going about their daily business, not just tourist groups following umbrellas around. There’s a fantastic little taverna just two blocks away (the owner’s grandmother still makes the dolmades), and the nearest metro station is an easy walk even when you’re carrying shopping bags full of olive oil and ceramics. Parking can be a bit tricky if you’re driving – actually, scratch that, parking is definitely tricky – but the concierge knows all the spots locals use and they’ll point you in the right direction. With a 9.6 rating, it’s clear other travelers have had similar experiences, and honestly, those numbers don’t lie. This isn’t one of those places where you’re counting down the days until checkout.
The One Acropolis Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| Presidential Suite | 4 × 1 king bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| King Suite with Balcony | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| King Suite with Balcony | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| King Suite with Balcony | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Suite | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Suite | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Suite | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Executive Suite | 2 × 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe King Room | 1 king bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
Reviews of The One Acropolis
Kruthika from India (10/10)
Room is excellent and acropolis view is so amazing ! . Loved the room and bedroom with acropolis view . Bath tub was amazing !
Sharon from Israel (9/10)
The apartments are beautiful and the staff is extremely friendly and accommodating.
Miceli from United States of America (10/10)
Location
Sam from United Kingdom (10/10)
Perfect view and luxury property
Betty from Hong Kong (10/10)
Building and units look close to brand new with high quality furniture and finishing, very spacious and comfortable.
Location was very central – key sites like the Acropolis were walking distance, very convenient!
Most importantly, the staff (George in particular) was superb! Really did all that they could to be extremely helpful. And we’re always available to make our stay and our visit to Athens more enjoyable and seamless! We really appreciated all three thought and attention!
Highly recommend this property for any traveler!Nathan from Australia (10/10)
Bed was incredibly comfortable. Location was excellent. Host was amazing. Room was unforgettable. Amazing property, cannot fault anything. 10/10 experience.
Claire-louise from Ireland (10/10)
Beautiful apartment, really comfy bed and amazing bath. Loved that there was a "Total Blackout" button which closed all the curtains blacking out the apartment.
The staff were really friendly and helpful and George was great.
Brilliant location and amazing views from the roof as well as the apartment. Walking distance to all the main sites.Ann from Australia (10/10)
Great sized apartment with everything modern and stylish
Dougal from New Zealand (10/10)
Great space and detail. George the manager was fantastic and gave us some great recommendations.
Maria from Greece (9/10)
Everything was amazing!! The facilities were better than expected. The kind staff was a bonus!!
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Hadrian’s Arch: 700 m
- Acropolis Museum: 950 m
- Monument of Lysikrates: 850 m
- Temple of Olympion Zeus: 500 m
- Zappion – National Garden: 1.2 km
- The Jewish Museum of Greece: 1 km
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum: 1.1 km
- Museum of Greek Children’s Art: 1.1 km
- Πλατεία Πλαστήρα: 950 m
- Πλατεία Αγίου Σπυρίδωνος: 700 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/Bar Pavo: 150 m
- Cafe/Bar Banana: 40 m
- Cafe/Bar Pub-kin: 200 m
Top attractions:
- Acropolis: 1.6 km
- Parthenon: 1.7 km
- Erechtheion: 1.6 km
- Roman Agora: 1.5 km
- Filopappos Hill: 2 km
- Syntagma Square: 1.3 km
- Monastiraki Square: 1.7 km
- Temple of Hephaestus: 2.1 km
- Museum of Cycladic Art: 1.3 km
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 1.4 km
Natural Beauty:
- Peak Lycabettus Hill: 2.8 km
Beaches in the Neighborhood:
- Edem Beach: 7 km
- Flisvos Beach: 7 km
- Kalamaki Beach: 8 km
- Votsalakia Beach: 9 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach: 8 km
Public transit:
- Train Teleferik: 2 km
- Subway Akropolis Metro Station: 700 m
- Train Monastiraki Train Station: 1.7 km
- Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station: 1 km
- Bus Athens International Bus Station: 5 km
Closest Airports:
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 30 km
Facilities
Spa:
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples’ massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Massage Additional charge
- Fitness center
Bedroom:
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Kitchen:
- High chair
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Dryer
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
Activities:
- Archery Additional charge Off-site
- Cooking class Additional charge Off-site
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Themed dinners Additional charge Off-site
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Snorkeling Additional charge Off-site
- Racquetball Additional charge Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Bowling Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Darts
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Ping-pong
- Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Living Area:
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Fruit Additional charge
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Breakfast in the room
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Hearing accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Hypoallergenic
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Transportation:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Public transit tickets Additional charge
- Car rental
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Languages Spoken:
- German
- Greek
- English
- Italian
- Filipino
Cleaning Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
Services & Extras:
- Wake-up service
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Laptop safe
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- TV
Business Facilities:
- Fax/Photocopying
Front Desk Services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private Bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness center
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
Building Characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
- Semi-detached
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool is on rooftop
- Pool with view
- Plunge pool
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
Entertainment & Family Services:
- Child safety socket covers
Parking Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs € 10 per day.:
- Accessible parking
House Rules at The One Acropolis
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out:
- From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
Children & Beds:
- Children of all ages are welcome.
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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