Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Luxurious accommodations
Fantastic location
Great views from the hotel
Cons:
Service inconsistency
Expensive pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
The rooms were described as immaculate and luxurious.
Service
9.99
Staffs were polite and welcoming, though service was mentioned as spotty.
Location
10
Super well located with great views and accessibility to main attractions.
Room Quality
8.85
Modern and luxurious but noted some issues with room size and amenities.
Amenities
9.38
Amenities were stated as decent with a rooftop restaurant and various offerings.
Value for Money
8.34
Perceived as expensive for the location and offerings.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Good breakfast variety and rooftop restaurant was appreciated.
Overall Experience
9.88
Overall stay had great moments but some small issues affected the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 10:54

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations and Breathtaking Views
Experience the epitome of luxury at Grande Bretagne with opulent rooms, marble bathrooms, and Acropolis-facing balconies. Enjoy the daily changing of the guard and stunning city views from the rooftop terrace.

Culinary Delights and Relaxation
Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at the Roof Garden Restaurant overlooking iconic landmarks. Unwind at the spa's thermal suite or with ouzo oil massages. Take a refreshing dip in the pool while admiring the original Olympic Stadium.

Exceptional Services and Prime Location
From private dining in The Cellar to VIP airport transfers, our legendary service ensures a memorable stay. With a central location near exclusive shopping areas and historic sites, Grande Bretagne is the perfect choice for your next getaway.

Book now to immerse yourself in unparalleled luxury and hospitality at Grande Bretagne.

Important information:

The hotel would kindly request that all children are supervised by an adult at all times.

The Hotel Grande Bretagne is a non smoking Hotel therefore smoking is not allowed in the rooms, bars, restaurants or any public areas of the property.

Guests are welcome to check-in at 3pm. Check-out is at 11am, though the hotel is pleased to accommodate late check-outs upon request. In the case of a late check-out before 6pm, an additional half day rate will apply. For check-outs after 6pm, a full day rate will apply.

Hotel Grande Bretagne participates in the Greek Breakfast Initiative by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels.

Please note that free WiFi is available in all rooms with a limit on data usage.

Please note that pets are only allowed in the guest rooms.

Please note that a maximum of 1 pet is allowed per room.

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 200 € cleaning fee per stay applies.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 15, 2026 until Thu, Apr 1, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ATH

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for € 90 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1026 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.88
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Livnat • couple • il
10
נחזור שוב ובקרוב!!!!
Pros:

מקום היה מושלם קרוב לכל מקום השירות היה מצויין … הכל היה פשוט מושלם

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Alain • solo_traveller • fr
10
Merveilleux
Pros:

Son emplacement au centre ville

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Waterloonie • Couples • Waterloo, Region of Waterloo, Ontario
10
Location, luxury and superb service make Grande Bretagne the best choice in Athens.
Pros:

Prestigious and historic location. Superlative service by always smiling staff who cannot do enough for you.

Our room was luxuriously outfitted but not particularly large for the rates charged. Rooftop breakfast is opulent whether you take the buffet or a la carte. Swimming pool on 7th overlooks Lycabettus Hill is on the small side and can get pretty crowded.

Recommended.

2026-07-20 • via Tripadvisor
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George • family_with_children • au
10
Our home away from home.
Pros:

Everything about the property is amazing. Location, staff, and the whole experience.

Cons:

Leaving.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Erik • family_with_children • hn
10
Magnificent experience!
Pros:

BEst hote, best location, best service, best of everything for the ultimate Athens experience.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Dror • solo_traveller • il
6
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Rimvest • couple • ch
6
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Nung Soo • couple • us
10
One of the best hotels in the world, as goog as Hassler in Roma.
Pros:

Exceptional!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • family_with_children • au
10
A luxury, grand hotel in central Athens.
Pros:

A stunning, luxury hotel in an extremely central part of Athens.
Tastefully decorated and well maintained rooms, with luxury amenities.
Breakfast on the 8th floor overlooking the Acropolis, was breathtaking. Breakfast was of a high quality.
The rooftop pool is a welcome retreat on a warm Athens summer afternoon.
Warm, professional staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Chris • extended_group • au
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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simon.tomlinson • family_with_children • za
9
One of the best hotels I have ever stayed at!
Pros:

The service, views, food and staff were brilliant

Cons:

The spa was being renovated.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Kimon • couple • gr
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
M
Mansour • family_with_children • sa
10
Great location
Pros:

Location is in the centre

Cons:

A bit old

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
J
Joe • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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davesF3861SL • Business • Calgary, Alberta
6
Cigar Lounge review
Pros:

Cigar lounge experience was awful. I went through 3 cigars that would not burn. Way too humid. On top of that expensive which I knew as it’s a high hotel. Lounge was very nice but bring your own cigars.

2026-07-14 • via Tripadvisor
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christiant793 • Couples • Dallas, Texas
10
Great Location, and services in Central Athens
Pros:

Hotel sits right in the action — steps from Parliament with its quirky guard-change ritual, an easy walk to the Acropolis, the Olympic Stadium, and a lively square packed with shops and restaurants. Great location.

Inside, it’s classic old‑school luxury: a bit aged in spots (carpets show their years) but clean, well kept, and supported by solid amenities. Titanium recognition was on point, staff were consistently warm and fluent in English — even the janitorial team. Fotis at reception stood out with helpful service and sharp humor.

The crowd is global, with plenty of security personnel around. The 8th‑floor restaurant delivers strong views at breakfast and dinner.

If the budget allows , central‑Athens pricing is what it is — this is a reliable Athens stay.

2026-07-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Miracosta • Family • Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
10
Service is what you'd pay for. Room is small.
Pros:

We stayed 3 nights after the cruise.
Overall: Amazing service, amazing food. Service was everything about this hotel.

Room:
We had a room facing the streets. Room decor was ok, beautiful draperies etc but closet wasn't functional. There's a shallow 2 closets with dressers etc but our big suitcase won't fit in. So if it's 3 nights stay, we didn't use any of the dressers and just lived off the suitcases. I was expected a lot more for the size of the room for the price we paid, so a bit disappointed.

Location:
Right in the center of the town, very close to shopping, Plaka, Acaporis (can walk from hotel). Very convenient.

Dining:
Breakfast at the rooftop was amazing. Beautiful views of Acropolis, city and it is worth a visit. Service was amazing. I am a tea drinker and tea was served properly which was great.
We also had dinner at the downstairs, which was great service and selection of meals. It is much quieter than the one from the town and we really enjoyed.
We also had dinner by the courtyard for Italian dinner. Food, service presentation was excellent. They put the net on the top of the courtyard so there was no birds, which was great idea. One thing was that it is located next to cigar bar and people are smoking outside: so we could smells the cigar while we were eating. So we had to cut short and left early.

Service:
Front desk, Housekeeping, amazing concierge, everything was perfection. I have stayed many of the nice hotels in the world, but this hotel service was one of the best.

Notes to the hotel:
We were staying in the hotel but we could not even have a chance to have dinner at the rooftop because it was full. We spent over $1000 for the small room and they do not even accommodate hotel guests for dinner at their restaurant would not make sense.

If it's just for the room, we could have stayed next hotel King George and save some money, that's what I thought.

2026-07-13 • via Tripadvisor
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MICHAEL • couple • za
10
Outstanding
Pros:

My 10th stay at the Grande Bretagne
Never disappoints
Staff are exceptional

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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NevskyNY • Couples • New York City, New York
10
A Flawless Elite Stay at an Iconic Athens Masterpiece
Pros:

Staying at the Grande Bretagne was a highlight of our trip to Greece. It is an iconic property that perfectly captures timeless old-world luxury while providing top-tier modern comforts. From the moment we arrived, the Marriott Elite recognition was outstanding, including a fantastic room upgrade.

The culinary experiences were top-notch. Breakfast here is a major standout—enjoying a beautiful meal with the dramatic, sweeping view of the Acropolis and the city of Athens is something we will never forget. We also had great pizza at Il Giardino Segreto, which was a wonderful dinner highlight.

What truly elevates this hotel, however, is its people. The staff is exceptionally attentive. We would love to personally thank Elenne at the first-floor check-in, Demetria at suite check-in, and Lemprini for a seamless check-out. Fanis at the bell desk and the two concierges named George were incredibly helpful with our daily logistics. Lastly, a special shout-out to Polyxeni, Kostos, and Katarina at breakfast for their warm hospitality each morning.

If you are visiting Athens, this is the ultimate place to stay. We cannot wait to return.

2026-07-09 • via Tripadvisor
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AMINA • family_with_children • il
7
over priced and overated
Pros:

supper overlooking acropolis
supper ground floor
breakfast

Cons:

metal detector to enter hotel
no amenities in bathroom -no tooth brush face pack or anything
I take baths and bath tub old fashioned

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee