Arethusa Hotel Athens

Hotels
8.5 (7594 reviews)
6-8 Mitropoleos Str- 12 Nikis Str , Athens , GR

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central, safe location near major sites and transport
Friendly, attentive staff (24h check-in, helpful with lost items)
Clean rooms and comfortable beds
Good breakfast quality
In-room coffee machine
Good value for money
Cons:
Small rooms and very small bathrooms/showers
Small elevators
Rooftop area underused and smokers' area
Occasional cigarette smell reported in a room
Noise from busy road for light sleepers
Inconsistent coffee quality and limited breakfast variety for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple comments note rooms were very clean and 'spotless'; only isolated mention of a room that smelled of cigarette for two days.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, attentive and helpful (assisted with late check-in, contacted guests about left items); generally praised across reviews.
Location
9
Consistently praised as very central and safe (near Monastiraki, Acropolis, parliament/transport/shopping), highlighted as a major strength.
Room Quality
7
Beds and AC noted as comfortable and effective, but multiple complaints about small rooms, very small bathrooms and compact showers reduce this score.
Amenities
8
In-room coffee machine and functioning AC praised; breakfast generally good. Negatives include small elevators, a rooftop area used mainly by smokers and limited rooftop use.
Value for Money
9
Several reviewers explicitly call it good value for money and state they'd stay again despite minor issues.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast described as tasty and of good quality by many, though some mention limited variety and poor-quality coffee on occasion.
Overall Experience
9
Overall very positive sentiment: recommended by multiple guests, many would return; minor issues did not outweigh the strong location, service and cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 22:44

Property Description

Centrally Located with Stunning Views
Arethusa Hotel is a charming property in the heart of Athens, just steps away from Plaka and the Syntagma Metro Station. Guests can enjoy a delicious American breakfast buffet and relax in air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Comfortable Rooms and Excellent Service
The hotel offers tastefully decorated rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a TV, fridge, and a private bathroom. The attentive staff is available 24/7 to assist with car rentals and provide information on local attractions.

Roof Garden with Acropolis Views
Unwind at the rooftop garden while taking in breathtaking views of the Acropolis and the city. Indulge in drinks and snacks at the bar, open until late, and make the most of the convenient location near Ermou Street for shopping.

Experience the best of Athens at Arethusa Hotel - book your stay now!

Important information:

American buffet breakfast is served from 6:30 until 10:00. The bar is open from 6:30 until 19:30(Sundays remain closed).
Our hotel co-operates with TASTEAT that provides delivery services for a full variety of food and beverages through an application that opens by scanning a QR code(you can find it in each room).
You can pay only by card in the application.
Room service is available until 22:00Please 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ATH

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 7594 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 9
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Ziv • couple • il
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Raquel • couple • es
8
Pros:

Su ubicación. Está al lado de la plaza Syntagma, en el centro.
Además, desayuno bufet incluido en el precio.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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jebara • extended_group • il
9
Pros:

Great location and good stuff

Cons:

The room is good for the value but i recommend to improve the double bed for real big bed not two spread near each other , honestly the room is clean and comfortable. Recommend for everyone

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Elsa • extended_group • fr
7
pour un court séjour c'était très bien
Pros:

très bien situé proche métro et quartiers d'intérêt, personnel aimable, petit déjeuner très correct, de bons restaurants dans la même rue ce qui est très pratique.

Cons:

je suis restée trop peu de temps pour évaluer cela, tout s'est bien passé

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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trudi • solo_traveller • gb
9
roof top view
Pros:

great location spotless room and helpful staff. roof top has superb view of the acropolis

Cons:

no complaints

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Annie • couple • fr
10
Très satisfaits de notre séjour.
Pros:

Hôtel excellent. Tout était bien et la vue de l’acropole de la terrasse de l’établissement est superbe. Bon petit déjeuner. Réception au top.

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
K
Katharina • solo_traveller • at
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
C
Carlo • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Bellissima la terrazza con vista sul Partenone!

Cons:

Nessun problema, mi è piaciuto tutto!

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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sara • solo_traveller • il
8
such a good location enabled me to do a great shopping. thank you for all the items i purchased in
Pros:

breakfast is ok. simple but nice. the location is perfect

Cons:

when you promise me a room overlooking the acropolis either give me a room overlooking the acropolis or move the acropolis towards the hotel so i will be able to watch it. i think the first option is easier.....

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Vincenzina • couple • pt
9
Excelente custo benefício
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Nada a declarar foi ótimo

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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SANDRINE • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Stefano • couple • it
9
Atene : Bella città tutta da vedere e da godersela tutta.
Pros:

La posizione dell'hotel è strategica, in pieno centro a pochi metri da piazza Syntagma ,ottima colazione, bella camera dotata di tutti i confort anche se un pò rumorosa. Ottimo servizio di reception e servizio di colazione. Il rapporto qualità / prezzo un pò caro ma ne vale la pena.

Cons:

Tutto bene....

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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ilaria • solo_traveller • it
8
sono davcero soddisfatta di avere scelto questo centralissimo hotel. tornerò sicuramente qui quando verrò a trovare la m
Pros:

posizione fantastica, personale gentile, camera molto accogliente e con tutti i comfort

Cons:

niente

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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AYAL • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

Excellent location.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Vasiliki • solo_traveller • gr
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
G
George • solo_traveller • us
8
Great place to stay for it’s value
Pros:

Cleanliness and location

Cons:

Air conditioning didn’t always work.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location and desk staff were excellent. Breakfast was great!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
M
Maria • couple • ca
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee