Play Theatrou Athens a member of Brown Hotels

Hotels
8.7 (1655 reviews)
Plateia Theatrou 8 , Athens , GR
+30 21 0323 8471
[email protected]

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Children allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location and short walk to attractions
Stunning Acropolis views (upper floors / rooftop)
Friendly, helpful and responsive staff
Some rooms recently renovated, modern decor
Rooftop bar and many nearby local restaurants
Cons:
Unpleasant smells reported (including sewer smell in a bathroom)
Immediate street/neighbourhood can feel sketchy
Some rooms are very small and cramped
Breakfast served offsite with limited options; inconvenient in bad weather
Construction noise and single slow elevator reported
Perceived poor value for money / price-quality mismatch

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Multiple reviews note unpleasant smells (general hotel smell, sewer smell in a suite) and renovation/cleaning issues — cleanliness was a clear negative in several reports.
Service
10
Staff repeatedly described as kind, helpful and responsive (mentions in Hebrew and German reviews); front-desk assistance and attentive personnel are consistent positive points.
Location
10
Very close walking distance to city center, markets and attractions with excellent Acropolis views and many nearby restaurants/bars; however reviewers also note the immediate street/neighborhood can feel sketchy — proximity and views are nonetheless strong positives.
Room Quality
9.3
Mixed room reports: some rooms are very small and cramped while others are recently renovated, large and comfortable (suite/renovated rooms praised). Overall room quality is good but inconsistent.
Amenities
9.6
Rooftop bar with city/Acropolis views, recent renovations, comfortable decor and on-site basics (coffee/juice available in lobby) are positives; some practical downsides (single slow elevator, breakfast served offsite) but overall amenities (including rooftop and nearby local options) are strong.
Value for Money
7
Several guests explicitly say price feels high for what is offered and that price-performance is off; some thought price was okay but common sentiment is value is below expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast service is inconsistent: often served in a nearby café (a la carte) with some praise for quality there, but others complained about limited options and having to walk in bad weather; overall F&B quality is decent but logistically limited.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall stay met basic needs with great location, helpful staff and good renovated rooms for some guests, but was impacted by cleanliness issues, neighborhood feel, breakfast logistics and value concerns — a generally decent stay with notable caveats.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:18

Property Description

PLAY Theatrou Hotel, formerly Soul Hotel Athens, drops you straight into the beating heart of Athens in the Psyri district. With thoughtfully designed rooms, charming balconies, and one of the city's best locations, it is a starting point for the Athenian adventure.

Important information:

- breakfast a la carte is served in a partner cafe just 3 minutes walk from the hotel.

- The Municipal underground parking lot is 98 feet from the hotel available upon payment. 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Age restriction

    Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

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