Hotel Electra Palace, Athens
The Electra Palace in the historic Plaka neighborhood is a classic. Opened in 1973 as one of the city’s first true luxury hotels, it was actually designed by the celebrated Greek architect Patroklos Karantinos, a major figure in the country’s modernist architectural movement.
Interestingly, the stately building wasn’t always a getaway for travelers. Before transforming into a luxury hotel, it served for many years as the home of Greece’s Ministry of Education. Today, its neoclassical facade blends in perfectly with the ancient, winding streets surrounding it.
Inside, the hotel boasts a stunning central atrium that channels classic Greek courtyard vibes, hidden away from the bustling city streets. It seamlessly mixes British-inspired elements, like the wood-paneled Duck Tail Bar, with traditional marble-clad luxury.
The undisputed crown jewel, though, is the rooftop. Up on the terrace, you can swim in the seasonal pool or dine at the restaurant with a view of the Acropolis that is so close and clear, it feels like you could reach out and touch the Parthenon.
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
Location
Recent guest reviews
5 June 2026
Exceptional
The location, breakfast, and view were all outstanding.
3 June 2026
Convenient we located and beautiful space. Loved the rooftop, pool and restaurant!
Great location and the room was spacious
2 June 2026
We very much enjoyed our stay.
Great Location, and breakfast.
No Spa.
2 June 2026
lovely and we will return
all good
it was all good
31 May 2026
Fabulous
Beautiful hotel, comfortable, excellent location to walk to Plaka, Acropolis, Museum, and shopping. Bars located near walking distance and great food options near by. You can walk to Dionysus restaurant from this location.
29 May 2026
One of the greatest hotel experiences EVER! And we travel a LOT!
EVERYTHING!!!
There wasn’t anything we didn’t like.
28 May 2026
Exceptional
Convenient location Efficient staff
I had to use two different lifts to get to breakfast.
26 May 2026
Perfect location with amazing rooftop views and sunsets
The rooftop bar for breakfast and sunset drinks was so impressive. This location is perfect for exploring Athens by foot as it’s in the middle of everything.
The rooms are a little dated
25 May 2026
We highly recommend the Electra Palace.
The breakfast was excellent in quality and quantify. We could sit inside or outside and had an amazing view of the Acropolis. We also enjoyed a wonderful dinner one evening in the same setting as well as enjoying our visits to the Garden Restaurant. Location was excellent, and the staff was very friendly, helpful and informative.
We have all positive comments regarding Electra Palace.
25 May 2026
Best luxury hotel in a convenient location
Everything. Our suite was beautiful. Our view was outstanding. The facility and staff were excellent. Best breakfast buffet ever. The location was convenient to good shopping, restaurants and sites
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24 May 2026
Very good
Location and Breakfast
Very small bathroom with no where to hang 2 damp towels
23 May 2026
Lovely hotel
We only had two nights in Athens, so this was a perfect location to see the main attractions. The hotel was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful. I didn’t know if we would use the pool when I booked but it was really nice to have on our last afternoon of our vacation. Breakfast was really nice as well.
Lack of outlets in the room
23 May 2026
Perfect stay for short visits - great location, mesmerizing views from the rooftop bar, amazing staff
Great location, staff, amenities
21 May 2026
I throughly loved the little touches such as being greeted on arrival after a long day out.
Beautiful rooftop settings with scenic views. Wide variety of food options. Fresh juice could be better; however there were always fresh fruits available.
Kitchen staff where very busy meeting people’s preferred options and therefore the waiting for order felt too long.
19 May 2026
Amazing!
A luxurious hotel with warm hospitality, a very tasty breakfast with an amazing view of the Acropolis, a beautiful gym and spa complex, and a fun pool on the rooftop.
Uncomfortable bed pillows, too big and stiff. The shower flow is a bit weak. And there is no mosquito net for the balcony window.
19 May 2026
Fabulous
Great location, quiet. The most amazing view. Comfortable beds. Lovely restaurant for dinner Good spa.
19 May 2026
Amazing view of the Parthenon and so delicious food!
Beautiful hotel and the food is amazing
18 May 2026
Location and Value for money
I would stay here again. Staff welcoming, service driven. Location is central, well maintained and rooms comfortable. Breakfast is located on the top floor with a fantastic view of the Acropolis. Wonderful food spread. There is something for everyone.
17 May 2026
Exceptional
Everything was perfect, location top, service top 🔝 Definitely will come back!
14 May 2026
Excellent location excellent help very pleasant
Attentiveness and they help at the front desk was probably the best. The breakfast works excellent.
The room was quite small, but we managed it OK
13 May 2026
Exceptional
Nicely appointed. Elegant. Location.
13 May 2026
Exceptional
The location, the view from our balcony and the delicious restaurants!
It is pricey.
13 May 2026
Elegant place in Athens
The location and proximity to all attractions, and
My room was by the elevator and I can hear conversations at night time standing by in the hall.
12 May 2026
lovely
location, staff, lovely hotel, pool, spa and fabulous breakfast
11 May 2026
Very good
Location, cleanless
The reception desk - attitude
11 May 2026
Exceptional
First time in Athens and stayed at this hotel for 4 nights. The location of the hotel exceeded my expectations. The rooms (we had 3) had recently been renovated and were very comfortable. Location was perfect and my family and I had a wonderful time. Staff were extremely helpful. Our first night we booked the rooftop restaurant and had a beautiful meal with views of the Acropolis. Highly recommend this hotel.
10 May 2026
Old school classic Athenian hotel, perfect location and impeccable service.
Old school classic Athenian hotel, with impeccable service and spectacular view to Parthenon every morning at breakfast.
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8 May 2026
Great hotel, amazing location/views. Wonderful stay!
Location, views, wonderful staff. Doorman and all hotel staff excellent. What a great breakfast!! And breakfast staff also excellent. Room coffee and tea access great. Housekeepers were super nice!
TV Channel access very limited for English speaking guests. Phone mirroring feature on TV not working as an alternative for limited channel selection. No electric outlets at bedsides. Had to request extension cord. Then turns out outlet available to connect extension cord was coupled with overhead light by front door, so electrician had to remove light bulb as only way to have bedside electric power iwithout light by door being on all the time. The bathroom door was space restrictive. A sliding door would allow for more easye of mobility.
5 May 2026
Fabulous
Great location! The staff was super friendly and accommodating. We arrived early and my daughter was exhausted, so they did their best to find a room that was ready. The hotel is gorgeous and the view- outstanding! We really enjoyed having breakfast with the incredible view of the Parthenon and Acropolis. It was close to everything and right in the beautiful neighborhood of Plaka.
5 May 2026
Great hotel
The view of the Pantheon from the restaurant on the top floor was marvelous. The staff was very nice and helped us buy tickets for the Acropolis and book a great restaurant next to the hotel.
3 May 2026
Best location and very qualitative hotel with a wonderful view !
All the staff was really nice. Perfect location to visit Athens Perfect view from the rooftop
1 May 2026
Exceptional
Perfect location, beautiful building and wonderful staff who are very friendly and helpful
29 April 2026
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The room was nice and comfortable, providing a relaxing atmosphere. The outdoor poo
Beautiful room and facilities. The outdoor pool had an amazing view of the Acropolis, rooftop bar for restaurant and drinks and staff were very helpful. Would come back next time!
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28 April 2026
Spectacular location & views
The location. The comfort & cleanliness of the room. Pleasant staff.
Did not realise about the do not disturb button until half way through our stay which led us to having to wait 5-10 minutes while staff cleaned our room. We are not fans of continental breakfasts & we found the breakfasts here uninspiring.
28 April 2026
Fine hotel, not inexpensive
Excellent hotel in Plaka, great views from 8th floor restaurant, positive experience with staff helping us, excellent breakfast, fine quiet room.
Well, it is expensive, especially with VAT added to the price which I wasn't aware of when I booked the room.
27 April 2026
Location and friendly staff compensate real need for room refurbishment
Staff friendliness, location, roof top terrace (restaurant)
A bit outdated room furniture but expected it due to fair hotel promo materials, so overall was satisfied and would come back
27 April 2026
I loved Athens and the Electra Palace was a great base for our stay
The hotel is in a great location, with all the main tourist sites within an easy walking distance. The staff were friendly and really helpful with suggestions for instance where to buy the best baklava! The view of the Acropolis from the restaurant and the outside pool is amazing and we even braved a swim which was a little chilly, but the outside pool had only just opened for the season.
27 April 2026
Fabulous
Helpfull staff and care.
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25 April 2026
Breakfast and location were out of this world
Breakfast was out of this world
There are no receptacles near my bed tables to plug in my BiPAP
25 April 2026
Fantastic stay in Athens!
The location is fantastic! The view of the Acropolis is stunning! The breakfast buffet is so good and sitting there with the beauty of the Parthenon is awesome. The bed is comfortable and the AC is so good. Would stay here again.
24 April 2026
Exceptional
Great location
22 April 2026
Exceptional
The staff were truly incredible—helpful with planning and also very considerate when one person in our group had an injury
It was perfect!
21 April 2026
Exceptional
Beautiful hotel with everything you’d expect – elegant rooms, tasteful decor, and an excellent restaurant. But what sets it apart is the staff – genuinely warm, thoughtful, and attentive without ever feeling over the top. You feel very well looked after.
21 April 2026
Excellent
Everything
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19 April 2026
Lovely hotel , staff very accommodating - rooms a bit small and no great views
Central
Looked into old buildings! Very noisy , builders working in a Saturday banging until after 8pm- music and Neighbors loud
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.
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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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7 June 2026
Good hotel with inconsistent room service