Expert reviews
“This 216-room hotel has sweeping views of the Parthenon, an outdoor pool, and is centrally located near Syntagma Square. There are three restaurants, a rooftop bar, a sauna and a Turkish bath in the Electra Metropolis.”
“The Electra Metropolis marries the retro chic aesthetics of the ’50s and ’60s with the modernity of the 21st century. High up on the 10th floor is the roof garden with a stunning 360° panoramic view of Athens and beyond.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Athens.
“The rooms are polished and the location couldn’t be more central, but the trump card at this five-star hotel in downtown Athens is undoubtedly the roof terrace, thanks to a small pool and full-blown views of the Parthenon.”
What guests liked
- Excellent location
- Rooftop restaurant
- Comfortable beds
- Great views
All you need to know
Situated in the heart of the city, the hotel provides the perfect view of the whole city. This 5-star hotel is a brand new hotel located at the beginning of Mitropoleos Street which is next to Syntagma Square, the most popular square in Greece. The hotel opened for service as recently as 2016 and has since been one of the most accommodated hotels in the city providing the perfect temporary homes for travelers, tourists and holidaymakers.
The hotel has 216 luxurious and exquisite rooms that are fully equipped with modern facilities and furnishes. The hotel also has fully equipped suites that offer an amazing view of the Acropolis and the ancient neighborhood of Plaka. Modern decors, wooden floors and 40-inch smart TV are some of the standard settings of the Electra rooms. Other amenities such as free Wi-Fi, marble-tiled bathroom and minibar make the hotel the perfect home for tourists and business travelers.
The hotel offers a retro-styled bar/lounge area intended for maximum use by guests to stay relaxed throughout their stay in the hotel. Quality leisure time is what the hotel provides for its guest with the lounge. This luxury bar is located in the center of the building and decorated with exquisite Fassianos artwork.
The Metropolis Roof Garden provides guests with a unique experience and a chance to have a taste of the renowned Greek cuisine. Guests can enjoy one of the best-served dishes in the restaurant located in the hotel.
Five-star comfort sums up everything the hotel is about.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
24 April 2026
An exceptional stay, where every need was met with genuine care.
The location was ideal, the rooms were beautifully designed and very comfortable, and the staff made us feel well taken care of. The rooftop view of the Acropolis made the stay even more special. There was a strong presence of staff throughout the hotel, and what stood out most was how engaged and attentive everyone was. From the front desk to the restaurant, bar, breakfast area, and luggage assistance—every team member was actively taking care of guests. The breakfast buffet was constantly replenished right up until closing, and nothing was ever overlooked. There was a real sense of purpose—everyone was working hard and going above and beyond.
23 April 2026
Nice hotel, fantastic location but pricy
Great location. Fantastic staff helpful and nice
The price of the room must have gone up more than 50% during the last 18 months. The swimming pool is tiny. There is a small bar at the roof where the atmosphere is not vibrant or luxurious
23 April 2026
Safe and new hotel with a wonderful view
The location is fabulous. The view from the top floor is breathtaking. The food at breakfast is of the highest quality, the tea is organic, the scrambled eggs were creamy and delicious. The choices of both local Greek food and international food was wonderful. The staff were lovely. I ordered a feather pillow from the reception and the housekeeping delivered it immediately along with an extra bottle (carton) of water. As a solo female traveller, I felt very safe and protected staying here.
The view from my room looked out onto a rundown apartment building opposite. This was so disappointing 😞 however the view from breakfast more than made up for it.
22 April 2026
Exceptional
Everything
Nothing
22 April 2026
Perfect location to explore Athens
Location
Shower wasn’t working properly.
22 April 2026
Excellent. Hotel
Great staff Excellent rooms Central location Good views photo from restaurant
22 April 2026
Exceptional
Ideal hotel in the ideal place with ideal view!!!
21 April 2026
Exceptional
Luxurious spot in central Athens with excellent rooms and rooftop restaurant with Acropolis views.
Pricey.
19 April 2026
Exceptional
Great location, spacious room and bathroom, great rooftop breakfast with unbeatable view
Everything was great
19 April 2026
Outstanding views directly at the Acropolis, perfect location
Absolutely great location - 10 minutes walk from the most famous historical places: Plaka, Agora and Acropolis. Beautiful view from the roof restaurant directly at the Acropolis hill, whole city and sunshine. We have arranged a birthday dinner there and it was a great choice.
Surrounding buildings on the east and north side are not looking great - be aware when you choose your room (ask for south or west side if possible).
18 April 2026
Exceptional
Everything
Nothing
16 April 2026
Fabulous
Elegant interior amazing view from the rooftop very clean rooms
Bad view from the room
14 April 2026
Great location
Good location, big suite, friendly staffs, yummy food, best view of Acropolis
Nothing
13 April 2026
Excellent!
Best location! Acropolis suite was incredible. Nice staff. Amazing breakfast.
13 April 2026
Excellent location and staff, we had a lovely stay.
Everything was so organised and very clean.
12 April 2026
Exceptional
Fantastic location, very friendly and helpful staff, delicious food and incredible views. Would definitely stay here again!
Cost of transport arranged via the hotel - although comfortable and prompt - was very high
9 April 2026
Exceptional
Acropolis view was amazing!
8 April 2026
Very good
the position of the hotel
I had a car and was not helped with parking.
7 April 2026
Great location and service, but overpriced rooms.
The location of the hotel is absolutely excellent. You have full access to all the main spots and attractions within walking distance, without any need to take a taxi. Additionally, the hotel staff were incredibly hardworking and did their best to ensure our complete satisfaction.
Although the hotel met almost all of our needs, in my opinion, the room we stayed in was not worth the price we paid.
7 April 2026
Outstanding hotel hotel and staff!
The rooms, staff, great location and the breakfast with a wonderful view of the Acropolis!
Nothing.
5 April 2026
Great location that made for a great base to explore Athens
Great location - no more than 10 minutes from anywhere. Loved the breakfast and view. Comfortable room.
Our room was opposite the staff room, unfortunately we were woken up by conversations and walkie talkies going in a morning. The aircon in the room wouldn’t go below 19C and was warm with duvets on for spring still. The pool in the spa was cold and we were unable to use the rooftop pool on a sunny day.
4 April 2026
Great stay
great stay, helpful staff, wonderful location with amazing views of the Acropolis
2 April 2026
Great stay
Friendly staff and good location. Clean
Could do better with more breakfast variety.
1 April 2026
Exceptional
All
31 March 2026
Nice location, good service
Good service
29 March 2026
city center is close, very kind staff, nice hotel, sight to Acropolis from the rooftop.
It's really close to the city center, and the sight from the roof top bar is beautiful. The staff was really kind. The breakfast was rich in options, and very tasty. The whole hotel was clean, and very well designed.
29 March 2026
Exceptional
Excellent hotel in every aspect. The staff were friendly and professional, the room was comfortable and spotless, and the breakfast was outstanding. The location is also perfect, within walking distance to major attractions. Highly recommended.
28 March 2026
Very good
Large comfortable bed, room very pleasant and clean, two cleaning services per day. Great location very close to syntagma station.
27 March 2026
Exceptional
I loved everything! The service, the hotel's location, very spacious rooms, excellent food! Everything is excellent.
26 March 2026
Great hotel, great staff and great views
The very friendly staff.
Not a thing. The best ever stay.
26 March 2026
A stylish, centrally located hotel with stunning views, great breakfast and a relaxing spa.
We had a fantastic stay at the Electra Metropolis Athens, with the view, location, breakfast and spa standing out. The rooftop view is unforgettable, with a stunning outlook over Athens and the Acropolis. The location is excellent, right in the centre and within easy walking distance of all the main sights. Breakfast was a highlight, with a great selection of fresh and hot options, and the setting made it even better. The spa was also a great addition, offering a relaxing space to unwind after a day exploring the city. Overall, a stylish and well-located hotel that made our trip to Athens even more enjoyable.
26 March 2026
Exceptional
100 of 10
Nothing
26 March 2026
Fabulous
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff were consistently polite, welcoming, and genuinely positive, which made a great first impression and continued throughout our visit. The breakfast served on the rooftop was a real highlight — not only was the food very good, but the setting itself added a special touch to the experience. We also really appreciated the flexibility: the team kindly allowed us both early check-in and late check-out without any additional charge, which made our stay much more comfortable and relaxed. This is a high-quality hotel in an excellent location — right in the heart of Athens — and we would definitely consider staying here again.
The gym is a bit small and basic, but still functional if you’re looking for a quick workout. At checkout, I noticed an unclear charge that I was told should be refunded within a few days. I truly hope this is resolved as expected, as it would otherwise affect the overall rating.
25 March 2026
The hotel is in my top ❤️will be back soon 🫂
The location is very close to all the main attractions, the staff is helpful, very knowledgeable and friendly. The cleaning is super, the staff of the rooftop restaurant is very professional, warm, welcoming and doing all to make you stay warm. As it is Big Lent time in Armenia I am fasting and the staff made all the necessary food preparations for me to feel comfortable. Every day special breakfast for me. I am very grateful to the hotel staff ❤️
24 March 2026
Perfect experience, will come back again…
Location, super helpful staff and amazing views of Acropolis. Not to mention very comfortable room.
Column in the middle of the room.
23 March 2026
Very relaxing hasslefree stay
The whole experience from booking to entering the hotel to leaving was very pleasant.
I have no complaints
22 March 2026
Enjoyable stay at a fantastically located hotel that provides great comfort and services!
Location was exceptional 2mn walk from the main Syntagma Square, nearby a ton of great restaurants, stores, 15mn walk from the Acropolis, of which we had a great view from the hotel rooftop restaurant! The staff was pleasant and attentive, and the facilities well appointed. Breakfast was great and varied!
We almost missed an important organized tour as the driver had been there for awhile, while the concierge and reception staff merely instructed us to sit and wait in the lounge... I was uncomfortable when the cashier presented me with a 2.5K USD bill with the card machine already set for tipping a minimum of 10%. We travel quite a bit and this was a first, especially coming from a 5 star hotel. In fact, while the hotel was great, I really would not rate it as comparable to other five star hotels we've stayed in. The massages we got at the SPA were good, not great, as I would have expected for Euros150 a pop. Green tea was not systematically replaced when the room was serviced. At the stated level, these small things matter...
20 March 2026
Nice
Location, cleanliness
Front desk guys were rude and arrogant
19 March 2026
Fabulous
The location is amazing, but the highlight is the breathtaking view of the Acropolis from the breakfast area. It was very quick and easy to visit the Acropolis from the hotel. The rooms are clean and lovely, with good housekeeping. The spa area is also very nice, but be sure to book a slot when you arrive, as it accommodates a maximum of eight people.
The pillows were a bit too firm for our liking, but the rooms themselves were lovely. From our interactions with reception, Kostis made us feel the most welcomed… thank you for your kindness and helpfulness!
16 March 2026
Everything. It is our dearest place in Athens.
Everything. It is our dearest place in Athens.
16 March 2026
Everything. It is our dearest place in Athens.
Everything. It is our dearest place in Athens.
10 March 2026
perfect
The kind service and willingness to help with everything. We arrived in Athens at 11 and were allowed into the room. The warm welcome was great. The location is very central. The room is large and spacious.
That the holiday is over and we have to go home
10 March 2026
Weekend break to Athens
Great service and attentive staff, good breakfast range and very nice options, easy access to everything in Athens city centre including bars/restaurants/cafes and the Acropolis. We really like the view at breakfast :)
Nothing! It was all perfect!
10 March 2026
Very good
Great location and comfortable room. The best part of the stay was the incredible staff
My only criticism would be that for such a high end hotel not to have a streaming option for movies ( or the ability to mirror a smartphone) is disappointing
9 March 2026
Fabulous, we loved the hotel & the city
Very clean, designed well
9 March 2026
Exceptional
The hotel exceeded my expectations and the staff in it. I was made to feel welcome there and the staff were consistent with their hospitality. I left with wanting to go back to the same hotel which is rare for me. Its also located in the heart of Athens with a beautiful view of the Acropolis from the rooftop restaurant.
The only thing I didn't like was leaving so soon.
8 March 2026
In the heart of Athens
Perfect location right in the heart of Athens. The staff who work there are fantastic
Sometimes it's noisy early in the morning
7 March 2026
Exceptional
Perfect spot Nice view Very friendly staff Clean Very good breakfast
7 March 2026
Fabulous
- Great location, very close to everything. - Everyone at the hotel was incredibly nice, kind, welcoming, and friendly throughout the stay. The staff made the experience very pleasant and were always helpful.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals (additional charge)
- - Kid-friendly buffet
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Chapel/shrine
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Hammam (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Open-air bath
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
- - Themed dinner nights (additional charge)
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Rooftop pool
- - Infinity pool
- - Heated pool
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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25 April 2026
Excelllent service, top notch facilities with an amazing buffet breakfast. Centrally located