Electra Metropolis is located right in the heart of the city, but the real magic is what’s hidden inside. During its massive renovation, workers uncovered a remarkably preserved section of the ancient Themistoclean wall and a tiny, 16th-century Byzantine chapel called Agia Dynamis right at its base. Instead of building over them, the hotel integrated them into the design.
The building itself has a cool history. Long before it was a luxury hotel, it served as the Greek Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs. It was originally designed in the late 1950s by Patroklos Karantinos, a legendary Greek architect who was a major pioneer of modernism in the country.
Today, it blends that mid-century retro vibe with serious modern luxury. The absolute highlight has to be the rooftop. While you are swimming in the pool or grabbing a drink, you get a completely unobstructed, eye-level view of the Acropolis.
Inside, they also have this stunning, massive atrium. It features a unique sky-high installation by Greek artist Alekos Fassianos, showing silver birds flying across a blue sky, which lets in incredible natural light.
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
Location
Recent guest reviews
7 May 2026
Ideal luxury location in the heart Athens
Gorgeous property, amazing breakfast with views of the acropolis, super friendly staff and the perfect location. Central to everything. The best breakfast ever.
Nothing - could find no faults.
4 May 2026
Fabulous
The hotel is in the center!!
4 May 2026
Amazing hotel, staff and amenities excellent
The hotel was in a fantastic location for all that Athens has to offer. The rooms and views were amazing. The staff were exceptional in all ways. Very friendly and helpful.
Nothing not to like everything was excellent.
4 May 2026
Fabulous
Location is great, stuff, breakfast, everything was fabulous
Nothing
4 May 2026
it was a pleasant stay, and I would definitely return to this hotel if I have the opportunity
The hotel is in an excellent location, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, with a beautiful view of the Acropolis that made the stay even more special.
Breakfast was standard for a five-star hotel—good quality, but nothing particularly unique or memorable
4 May 2026
Great location great staff and amazing views of acropolis from the rooftop
Close to everything you wanna see in Athen. Great service and views from the rooftop were amazing. Very high quality breakfast too.
2 May 2026
Very good
Location did it all! Room has all the view towards Acropolis.
we were once guided to the table that blocked the view due to pillar near enterance, although there were better seats. When we asked change, a manager immediately arranged better table thankfully.
1 May 2026
Amazing stay at perfect location to enjoy the city and relax after you come back to your room.
Location of the Hotel is amazing easy access to bus and train and by walking you can enjoy the central touristic part of the city , many good restaurant and cafe around the Hotel , amazing view of Acropolis from rooftop restaurant when you enjoying your breakfast , nice SPA its small and you should reserve but if you are lucky and go in right moment you can be alone and enjoy like private sauna . Overall Highly recommended if you want central Hotel and rooms .
everything was perfect just I can say pillows are not the best choice for everyone but nothing that big of the deal .
29 April 2026
Amazing!
Best location!!
nothing
27 April 2026
Exceptional
Clean and perfect location
Nothing
25 April 2026
Exceptional
👍💯
25 April 2026
Excelllent service, top notch facilities with an amazing buffet breakfast. Centrally located
The facilities were top notch.
Nothing . Everything was perfect
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...
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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10 May 2026
Excellent stay in Ideal Location