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The setting
Electra Palace sits in Plaka, the old quarter at the foot of the Acropolis, with the city centre a short walk away and Syntagma metro station around 380 metres from the door. The neoclassical building has marble interiors and balconies looking out over the rooftops. From this position you can reach most of the ancient sites in Athens on foot, and the surrounding lanes are full of tavernas, small shops and cafes.
What to expect
The Classic Double room comes with breakfast each morning. The hotel has an outdoor seasonal pool, open from May to October, plus an indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre. The rooftop restaurant looks straight across to the Acropolis, which makes it a good spot for dinner or an early drink at sunset. Service is geared towards couples who want a calm base after a day of walking the city.
Things to do nearby
You are close to the main classical sites. Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus are both within about 370 metres, the Roman Agora is under 400 metres, and the National Garden is a few minutes away on foot. The Acropolis itself is roughly 530 metres from the hotel. Plaka's pedestrian streets connect most of these, so you can string several together in a single morning without needing transport.
Best for
This suits couples who want to see classical Athens on foot and return to a quiet, traditional hotel with a pool and a rooftop view. The five-night stay leaves room for day trips beyond the city as well.
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Classic Double room with breakfast, in a neoclassical hotel a short walk from the Acropolis.
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A week, loosely planned
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Rooftop welcome dinner
Arrive and settle in, then walk up into Plaka for an early dinner. The rooftop restaurant is worth booking on the first night for the Acropolis view at sunset.
Acropolis and museum
Spend the morning at the Acropolis and the Parthenon before the heat builds, then carry on to the Acropolis Museum nearby. Finish in Plaka with a relaxed evening meal.
Ancient sites on foot
Walk to Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, both a few minutes from the hotel, then cross into the National Garden for some shade. The Roman Agora rounds out the afternoon.
Sounion or Delphi
Take a day trip out of the city, either to Cape Sounion for the Temple of Poseidon or to Delphi. Both are within reach for a single day and bring you back in time for dinner.
Last morning by the pool
Use the last morning for the pool or the spa, pick up anything from the Plaka shops, then check out and head onward.
Where you'll be
Athens, Greece
FAQ
Is Electra Palace Athens close to the Acropolis?
The Acropolis is about 530 metres from Electra Palace Athens, roughly a ten-minute walk through Plaka. Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus are even closer, both under 400 metres.
What is the best area to stay in Athens?
Plaka, where the hotel sits, is one of the best areas to stay in Athens. It puts you within walking distance of the Acropolis and the other ancient sites, and the streets around it are full of tavernas and small shops.
Does Electra Palace Athens have a pool?
Yes. Electra Palace Athens has an outdoor seasonal pool open from May to October, plus an indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre.
How far is Electra Palace Athens from the airport?
Athens International Airport is about 35 kilometres from the hotel, usually 40 minutes to an hour by car depending on traffic. The metro from the airport connects to Syntagma station, which is around 380 metres from the door.
Does Electra Palace Athens have parking?
Yes, the hotel offers on-site parking for a nightly charge, with height restrictions in the car park. Syntagma metro station is a short walk away if you would rather travel by public transport.
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