Dryades & Orion Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (2363 reviews)
Emmanouil Benaki 105 & Aneksartisias 7 , Athens , GR
+30 21 0330 2388
[email protected]

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Rooftop terrace with views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus
Excellent location in Exarchia near cafés and restaurants
Friendly, helpful staff (several named)
Very good breakfast (varied, homemade cake)
Clean rooms and bathrooms
Great value for the price
Safe and peaceful for solo travellers
Small, homey/family-run atmosphere
Cons:
Occasional shower/room issues (one guest couldn't get shower to work)
Limited in-room tea/coffee options and no milk provided
Breakfast sometimes not promptly refilled or slightly limited
Some staff reported as cold during check-in by one guest
Firm mattress and some noise for rooms near entrance
Bedding hygiene concern (no duvet cover on some stays)
Steep uphill access to the hotel for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.9
Multiple guests describe rooms and bathrooms as very clean and well maintained, though one review raised a bedding hygiene concern (no duvet cover) which slightly lowers the score.
Service
9.2
Consistently praised for warm, helpful reception staff (named staff singled out). A few mentions of a colder welcome from one receptionist prevent a perfect score.
Location
9.3
Highly regarded location in Exarchia with excellent views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus and close to cafés/restaurants; a steep access street and some noise/entrance-near rooms are minor drawbacks.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms are described as comfortable, spacious with updated bathrooms and good hot water, but issues reported include a rigid mattress, occasional shower malfunction and some noise for rooms near the entrance.
Amenities
7.6
Rooftop terrace and breakfast facilities are strong amenities, but in-room offerings are limited (better tea/coffee choices and milk requested) and the property is small so fewer on-site extras than larger hotels.
Value for Money
9.2
Multiple guests emphasize excellent value—very affordable, generous breakfast options (noted as good value at €9) and overall strong price-to-quality ratio.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast is repeatedly praised (views, variety, homemade cakes and generous buffet). A couple of notes mention the breakfast spread being occasionally not refilled or limited, so not flawless.
Overall Experience
9
Strongly positive overall: safe for solo travellers, homey, family-run atmosphere, many guests express intent to return. Minor issues (access, occasional staff coldness, small room/amenity complaints) temper a perfect rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:30

Property Description

Orion & Dryades is a hotel in Athens' Exarcheia neighbourhood next to Strefi Park, with rooms on the ground and upper floors, Acropolis-view rooms and a rooftop breakfast. Situated near the National Archaeological Museum, Dryades Hotel offers a peaceful retreat in the lively Exarchia district of Athens. Each room features modern amenities such as air conditioning, a tea/coffee maker, and a fridge. Benefit from a 24-hour reception, a cozy TV lounge, and a charming roof garden at the hotel.

Important information:

The main reception is in Hotel Orion right next to Hotel Dryades. Check-in and check-out take place there. 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed. An extra bed for children 0+ years costs 15 EUR per night. A cot for children up to 3 years is free of charge.

  • Age restriction

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available and is free of charge.

  • Smoking

    Non-smoking rooms are available.

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2363 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.9
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
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Mila • solo_traveller • pl
9
Peaceful ant safe place!
Pros:

Great place for a short stay in Athens. Super tidy and quiet.

Cons:

Very strange smell in the room (as if it was fumigated…

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Eli • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

This was wonderful, its an amazing place, I absolutely love it. Everyone working there are super nice and friendly and it feels like there is so much love and care for hosting. The breakfast and view from rooftop is stunning.

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Alicia • family_with_children • es
9
Pros:

El desayuno está muy bien.

Cons:

Un poco lejos del centro.

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • es
10
Pros:

Convenient bus ride to center of Athens

Cons:

Bit of a steep climb last 50m to hotel..

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Michal • solo_traveller • nl
10
Royal experience
Pros:

I travel alot, and this place has this charm of feeling super homey and comfortable from the first moment. They thought of the small things like hangers for the towels, a small desk, shampoo, hair dryer…. Very good feeling there. The staff was very kind, and breakfast was awesome, on a rooftop to a stunning view… was really perfect

Cons:

Only thing is that the guy at the reception told me breakfast was included, and when I left I discovered it wasn’t. No biggy, it was totally worth the 9€ per day. But would like to know it first

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Turlan • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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alexander • solo_traveller • gb
9
I hope to return
Pros:

Location, views, rooftop terrace, great breakfast, friendly staff, not too big

Cons:

Can’t complain for the price but couldnt get shower to work. Would be nice to have better choice of tea / coffee in room, plus some milk

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Personal super nett, tolle Zimmer, schöne Dachterrasse, Frühstück gut, Lage toll

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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jean-luc • extended_group • fr
10
excellent comme d'habitude
Pros:

le petit déjeuner avec vue sur l'acropole

Cons:

je ne sais pas

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Kerstin • couple • de
8
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels war ruhig trotz unmittelbarer Nähe des Zentrums. Kleines, freundliches, familien geführtes Hotel.

Cons:

Das Frühstück war sehr übersichtlich und wurde nicht aufgefüllt

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Konrad • couple • de
8
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Yaren • couple • tr
8
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Maxime • couple • fr
7
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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DESPINA • family_with_children • gr
10
Pros:

Περιοχή

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • de
10
Simply superb hospitality and excellent value
Pros:

I love this place! It feels homey, the location is superb, there’s always a real, helpful human being at the reception desk, and I can’t describe how relaxing it is to go upstairs to the rooftop terrace (with views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill) in the morning and enjoy the absolutely amazing breakfast buffet—everything you could possibly want including homemade cake for just 9 €, and it’s all you can eat!! I will never stay anywhere else in Athens.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Agic • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

I had such a wonderful stay at Dryades & Orion Hotel! I travelled to Athens as a solo female traveller and felt completely safe throughout my stay. I absolutely loved the neighbourhood, with so many lovely cafés and restaurants nearby.

The hotel itself was peaceful, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Everyone was incredibly kind, warm and welcoming. A special thank you to Niko and Nikolas at reception, who were absolutely wonderful, and to the lovely Ioanna, who made the incredible breakfasts even more enjoyable with her kindness and warm smile!

I'm so grateful for such a lovely experience and will definitely be coming back. Thank you all for everything! ❤️

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Görkem Nur • couple • tr
6
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Tjiko • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Marie Christine • couple • fr
8
Bien
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse bien équipée malgré une décoration ancien style avec meubles d’époque . Vue superbe sur Athènes et l’Acropole depuis notre chambre ! Terrasse pour le petit déjeuner située dans le bâtiment (autre hôtel ) juste à côté avec une très belle vue également sur Acropole , mont Lycabette et toute la ville jusqu’à la mer !! Superbe

Cons:

Accueil du personnel assez froid sauf un des deux réceptionniste très aimable . Hôtel situé sur les hauteurs de la ville , dans une ruelle en pente dans la partie haute d’Exarchia , un peu difficile d’accès à pied .

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Louis-Philippe • couple • ca
8
Super hôtel dans le meilleur quartier d'Athènes.
Pros:

Très bon hôtel très bien situé à Exarchia, l'un des quartiers que nous avons le plus aimé à Athènes. Le personnel est très accueillant et toujours souriant.

Cons:

Le matelat était un peu rigide et il y avait beaucoup de bruit comme notre chambre était près de l'entrée, mais ce sont des irritants mineurs.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee