Hotel
Hotel Grande Bretagne
The grande dame of Athens hotels, on Syntagma Square since 1874, with 320 rooms, a celebrated roof garden facing the Acropolis and a spa.
Herodion Hotel
A family-run hotel of 90 rooms a few steps from the Acropolis Museum, run by the same family for more than four decades.
At a glance
- Type
- Family-run boutique hotel
- Area
- Makrygianni, Athens, Greece
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- herodion.gr
Good to know
- Restaurants and bars
- Patio lounge
- Hydromassage tubs
- Wellbeing treatments
- Meeting rooms
Why we recommend it
The Herodion is a family-run hotel on Rovertou Galli Street, a quiet street close to the Acropolis Museum. The same family has run it for more than four decades, and the official city guide describes it as a boutique hotel with a personal, residence-like feel. With the Acropolis as its daily backdrop, it is one of the best-placed mid-sized hotels for anyone whose trip centres on the ancient sites.
The hotel has 90 rooms, which the family describes as sophisticated guest rooms with superior services. It is large enough to offer a good range of facilities but small enough to remain personal. There are lounges in the lobby and on the patio, hydromassage bathtubs, outdoor workout space, wellbeing treatments and meeting rooms, which makes it equally useful for leisure and business stays.
Food and drink are a strong point. The Atrium Bar and Restaurant and a separate breakfast area serve the hotel's guests, there is a bar, and the Gargaretta Bistrot and Point A add further options for eating and drinking without leaving the building. After a hot day on the Acropolis, being able to have dinner or a drink a few steps from your room is a real advantage.
The Herodion suits couples, families and older travellers who value a quiet, well-run hotel close to the main sights rather than nightlife on the doorstep. Its long family ownership shows in the personal service. Room categories and views vary, so check the details on the official website when booking, and ask the reception team for help with restaurant reservations and transport.
The location is outstanding for sightseeing. The Acropolis Museum and Akropoli metro station on Line 2 are a couple of minutes' walk away, and the pedestrian avenue of Dionysiou Areopagitou leads straight to the Acropolis entrance and Philopappos Hill. Koukaki's cafés and tavernas are just to the south, and Plaka is a short walk to the east past the museum. The hotel also offers an Experience Athens service with ideas for exploring the city, and the lobby and patio lounges are comfortable places to plan the next day over a coffee.
Herodion Hotel FAQs
Who runs the Herodion Hotel?
The same family has run it for more than four decades.
How many rooms are there?
90 rooms.
Where is it?
At 4 Rovertou Galli Street, close to the Acropolis Museum.
Does it have restaurants?
Yes, including the Atrium Bar and Restaurant, Gargaretta Bistrot and Point A.
Is it near the metro?
Yes, Akropoli metro station on Line 2 is a couple of minutes' walk away.
What facilities are there?
Lounges, hydromassage tubs, outdoor workout space, wellbeing treatments and meeting rooms.
How do I contact the hotel?
By phone on +30 214 402 5700 or by email at [email protected].