Hotel Electra Palace, Athens
Expert reviews
“Nestled on an unassuming little street in the heart of Plaka, Athens’ quaintest and most historic neighborhoods, the neoclassical-style hotel building is grandiose in a charmingly old-fashioned way.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Athens.
“The recently redecorated Electra Palace, on a quiet side street between Syntagma Square and Plaka, is one of the upmarket, comfortable, reliable Greek chain of Electra hotels. Unusually for a hotel in the heart of Athens, it has both an indoor and outdoor pool.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Athens.
What guests liked
- Excellent location
- Great neighborhood
- Rooftop pool
- Breakfast buffet
- Boutique style
All you need to know
The Electra Palace Hotel is located in the city of Athens where it offers tourists and travelers in the city a comfy temporary home fitted with all the needed luxury amenities. The hotel is the ideal place to stay when you are looking to get all the thrill and adventure the city has to offer.
Located on 18-20 N. Nikodimu Street, this five-star hotel is the place to stay when in Athens. The hotel offers its guests royalty-style luxury; in a bid to ensure that they have the experience of a lifetime.
Hotel rooms are spacious and well furnished with modern décor and adorned with elegant colors. The room options of the hotel include Classic Single Room, Classic Double Room, Classic Triple Room, Junior Suite, Presidential Suite, Suite, and Superior Double or Twin Room with Acropolis View.
The hotel offers proximity to several landmarks within the city such as The Jewish Museum of Greece which is just 150 m away from the hotel while the Greek Folk Art Museum Museo Ellinikis Laikis Technis which is also 150 m away from the hotel.
Rooms in the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning and a comfy sofa. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries and bathroom slippers.
The lounge/bar area is the ideal place for guests to relax and enjoy a drink after a long day.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
17 April 2026
Amazing.view spectacular
Staff so friendly. Lovely location. Gorgeous room
17 April 2026
Fabulous location, wonderful staff and great stay
So central and wonderful atmosphere
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17 April 2026
Exceptional
The best hotel in Athens!
16 April 2026
Great hotel
Lovely hotel, very clean. Staff were very attentive and helpful. Breakfast was a buffet style with lots of different options.
Nothing
13 April 2026
Exceptional
The staff and the location of the hotel were great. The breakfast was remarkable. We will come definetely again. Thank you for everything
13 April 2026
Wonderful hotel would recommend to all
Super location and hotel was excellent. Staff were so helpful and welcoming. Lovely views from the room and restaurant with a tasty breakfastvwith cast choice. Enjoyed a daily swim and super massage.
Happy wirh everything
12 April 2026
Perfect location in Athens!
Perfect location to walk to all the places we wanted to see. The Acropolis, Plaka, museum, National Garden, Parliament, and some neighborhoods with authentic Greek food. Fantastic roof restaurant with the best views.
10 April 2026
Very nice place to stay in Athens
The brunch was wonderful. And views gorgeous.
The gym was very nice but small. Luckily I was the only one in there, but would have been less comfortable if there was anyone else in there.
10 April 2026
Fabulous
The view from the hotel's rooftop restaurant was breathtaking. breakfast was very good. our whole experience at the hotel was very good.
10 April 2026
Exceptional
Location in Plaka excellent for the Acropolis, choice of places to eat and drink and safety. Views from the rooftop bar and restaurant breathtaking.
9 April 2026
Exceptional
Staff were helpful and friendly. Location was amazing
Room was nice but not quite worth the high price tag
9 April 2026
Good service, clean and with pleasant atmosphere
Great location! The room was clean. Breakfast area is vibrant and with amazing view of Acropolis.
The room and bathroom are on the small side.
8 April 2026
Very good
King size bed is actually 2 separate very non comfortable beds
7 April 2026
Wonderful.
Everything.;
5 April 2026
Exceptional
The staff were excellent, super friendly and quite helpful. Location was the best - less than a min to the shopping street, and a couple mins to the hugh street and about 5mins to the Square. The view from the breakfast venue was breath-taking. We had a swim in the indoor pool in the Spa which was an excellent way to start the day.
The rooms are a bit small. Outdoor pool was closed and we found out quite late. It was also a bit pricy.
5 April 2026
Exceptional
Everything, location, quality of the room, breakfast, spa, and the service is exceptional.
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5 April 2026
Fantastic find in an excellent location.
What a brilliant hotel find. We were in Athens before and didn't like it but this time, it was completely different. The location is everything. You have an excellent vantage point of the Acropolis. The restaurant is on the rooftop and the breakfast was second to none. Fantastic food, coffee and fresh juices.
A lot of traffic made it difficult to reach the hotel from the airport as it's in the very centre of a busy city. But being able to walk everywhere made it worth it.
5 April 2026
10/10 would recommend. Made for a wonderful trip to Athens
Centrally located, clean, gorgeous and helpful staff.
4 April 2026
Best location in Athens
Excellent amenities, very comfortable rooms and beds. The most amazing location in Athens. The views from the rooftop restaurant is incredible looking out over the Acropolis. Exceptional breakfast
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3 April 2026
Gorgeous and Comfortable
Fabulous and beautifully appointed hotel, right in the middle of town, walkable to the plaka neighborhood. The staff is friendly and attentive as well. The views from the rooftop restaurant are absolutely astounding. A fabulous stay!
3 April 2026
Fabulous
Great location. Amazing staff, will return no doubt.
3 April 2026
Exceptional
How clean and the location was perfect
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2 April 2026
Fabulous
The location was good and the hotel was beautiful. The beds were comfortable.
The bedding in the room had other people's hair on it, which made me question whether they were clean or not.
1 April 2026
Great downtown location, very comfortable
Location, friendly and helpful staff, roof top patio, comfortable room
No complaints
31 March 2026
Exceptional
Location and staff were fantastic.
All was good
31 March 2026
Very good
We have stayed at this hotel many times. We tend to alternate either Electra Metropolis as we like both these hotels. The location is great. The entrance and the bar very pleasant and the breakfast and restaurant also very good.
Unfortunately this time there was a pervasive unpleasant smell both in the room and in many common areas possibly because of the renovation works going on.
30 March 2026
Wonderful location, staff and facilities
Great location with very helpful and friendly staff
Lack of hooks to hang robe and towels in bathroom
29 March 2026
Exceptional
good breakfast wonderful staff we had a very good time
29 March 2026
I'll be back!
The breakfasts and dinners in both restaurants were the best. Maids great, front desk very accomodating.
28 March 2026
Great service, great breakfast, clean, and great location!
The service was excellent, very good breakfast, and modern clean rooms.
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28 March 2026
Ideally located
Location food and ambiance and pleasant staff
The pillows No long mirror in the bedroom
27 March 2026
Great stay great stuff great location
The hotel is beautiful in a good location, the staff are nice and helpful in anything I needed, and the breakfast was good with a nice view
The positioned me in a room right besides the stairs and the cleaning room - it was very noisy and not that convenient
27 March 2026
Great hotel with great people in brilliant location
Lovely hotel in great location, rooftop bar has a view of the Acropolis to die for - esp at night. Breakfast excellent, room lovely (suite was not cheap but classy). Staff and service above reproach. Great stay
Restaurant a bit pricy, but you get what you pay for and the rooftop bar is really something else!
26 March 2026
Superb location and fabulous rooftop restaurant
Location, rooftop restaurant, great suite and friendly helpful staff
26 March 2026
Fabulous
Location, breakfast, view from the roof top restaurant, parking
The bad smell in the corridor.
26 March 2026
Exceptional
Fabulous hotel in every respect. Staff were exceptionally helpful and attentive, room was immaculate. Location perfect for sightseeing.
25 March 2026
Excellent location, very good breakfast, beautiful view of Acropolis
Love the location and the food, breakfasts was excellent!
Very small rooms, and bathroom was even smaller!
23 March 2026
Very Good
location
furniture a bit outdated
23 March 2026
Exceptional
Perfect place with special view.
21 March 2026
Overall great and would return in warmer weather when more facilities are open.
Loved the location and the breakfast! Loved the view of the Acropolis, especially in the evening. The spa was nice. The front desk helped arrange tours and drivers which was super handy!
Wished the pool was open for kids after 2pm. Wished there were better dining options that were more family friendly on-site. The room was quite noisy at night - better soundproofing would be great. Cold air also came into our room through the porch.
21 March 2026
Luxurious hotel in heart of Athens with incredible rooftop view and friendly staff.
Beautiful hotel with incredible roof top view from dining room. Quiet rooms with plush beds and lovely artwork. Friendly helpful staff. Great location for exploring Plaka and central sites of Athens on foot.
access to indoor pool must be scheduled. Airport transportation is not free as suggested by Booking.com listing though they were very helpful arranging early morning ride and breakfast to go.
21 March 2026
Exceptional
Beautiful hotel, perfect location, friendly staff, excellent facilities. Would stay again.
17 March 2026
Exceptional
Hotel was in a great location. So central to every area and the main tourist spots. Didn't need to get one taxi and everywhere we needed to go was within 20 minute walk. Staff are honestly some of the most helpful and friendliest staff I've ever experienced. Couldn't do enough for you. Rooms are slightly dated but you see that in the photos so no suprises. Still very comfortable and bathrooms are lovely and modern. The rest of the hotel is also amazing. The roof top is just beautiful. Breakfast is lovely, staff make it even more enjoyable as they are so friendly and helpful. Really loved our stay.
No complaints. To be VERY picky...Maybe the breakfast could be a little less buttery/oily but cooking for the masses is hard and aware its easier this way.
16 March 2026
Rooftop with a view
Location is excellent Rooftop for breakfast 10/10 Staff welcoming, friendly and helpful. A service driven hotel ensuring that your stay is good enough to rave about
Lighting in the bathroom very poor
15 March 2026
We look forward to the new hotel after full renovation and staff behavioural improvement
Very professional and kind cleaning staff
Restaurant staff need more professional attitude and kindness (philótimo, philoxenia)
14 March 2026
Exceptional Hospitality in the Heart of Athens
English – Professional Hotel Review First of all, from the reservation stage to the moment of check-out, the entire hotel staff was extremely attentive, friendly, and helpful. I would like to sincerely thank the hotel management, the front office manager, and all front desk staff for their contributions to making us love Athens and for helping make our first trip to Europe truly perfect. The housekeeping team was also outstanding. Our room was cleaned impeccably every day, and the evening chocolate treats were a very thoughtful and delightful touch. The restaurant staff were equally remarkable—always smiling, helpful, and dedicated to providing excellent service. I may not remember every name, but Ms. Anna, who first contacted us through Booking.com, and Ms. Victoria, who assisted us during check-in, made a particularly strong impression. Their willingness to help with all our requests—always with a genuine focus on guest satisfaction and without the slightest hesitation—made our stay even more enjoyable. I sincerely congratulate the entire team, wish them continued success, and hope to see you again when we visit Athens in the future. Please be assured that I will gladly recommend both your wonderful country and your excellent hotel to all my friends. Kind regards.
13 March 2026
Perfect stay, balcony with views
Perfect stay at Electra Palace, the room was impeccably clean, the balcony views of the Acropolis made our stay extra special. The staff goes above and beyond.
13 March 2026
Very good
The location in Plaka and hotel are great. Breakfast on the roof was fantastic. The rooms were comfortable.
I thought the front door staff (not reception) could be more proactive. If we arrive or leave in a taxi and there are a group of men standing there talking with each other, please at least help my wife in and out. The street is narrow so it's not so easy. This happened many times. The spa facility was fine and staff very nice for scheduling time. The gym (even in a small room) should have a few more items for men like heavier dumbells at least 20kg i stead of just 10kg) that could be made with low investment.
12 March 2026
Fabulous
The view from the roof terrace was incredible. Spa was free to use and nice facilities.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Beauty Services
- - Facial treatments
- - Manicure
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Light therapy
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Bike tours (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - BBQ facilities (additional charge)
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
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
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Pool and wellness
- - Rooftop pool
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Salt-water pool
- - Pool bar
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
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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19 April 2026
Lovely hotel , staff very accommodating - rooms a bit small and no great views