Hotels in Athens
Compare the best hotels in Athens from $60/night. Top picks by neighborhood, from budget to luxury.
Budget from
$60/night
Country
Greece
Flights from
$59
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Best Areas to Stay in Athens
Plaka
Best for: Oldest neighbourhood, tourist shops, Acropolis access
Monastiraki
Best for: Flea market, mezze restaurants, central hub
Psirri/Exarchia
Best for: Street art, alternative bars, young Athenians
Kolonaki
Best for: Upscale boutiques, café culture, Lycabettus Hill
Hotel Budget Guide for Athens
🌿 Budget
$45–70/day (hostel, street gyros, free archaeological sites on certain days)
⭐ Mid-Range
$130–220/day (3-star hotel, taverna meals, museum entry)
👑 Luxury
$350+/day (boutique hotel with Acropolis view, fine dining)
When to Book Hotels in Athens
Best time
April–June and September–October: warm but not scorching, major sites less crowded, and lower hotel prices than peak summer.
Consider avoiding
July–August: 38-40°C temperatures, queues of 2+ hours at the Acropolis, and maximum prices. Still doable if you start very early each day.
Getting to Your Hotel in Athens
From the Airport
Metro Line 3 from airport to city centre: €10, 40 mins. Express bus X95: €6.50. Taxi: €40 flat rate.
Hotels in Athens — FAQs
Is the Acropolis skip-the-line ticket worth it?
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Absolutely — queues can exceed 2 hours in summer. Book online through official sources or Tiqets well in advance.
Can I do island day trips from Athens?
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Yes — day trips to Hydra, Aegina, and Poros are popular. Ferries from Piraeus port take 1–2 hours.
Is Athens cheap?
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Athens is very affordable by European standards. Excellent gyros for €3, coffee for €3, and many free ancient sites.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
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April–May and September–October are ideal. Summer is very hot (38°C+) and crowded at major sites.
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