This Athens Hotel Is Ushering in a Stay for The Modern Traveler - Hotels Above Par - Boutique Hotels & Travel

"Opened in 2022 on busy Omonia Square, this 201-room Marriott Bonvoy property occupies a former courthouse and makes a bold first impression with oversized black-and-red French bulldog statues at the entrance. The lively, muraled check-in area doubles as a bar, café and social hub, and the ground level includes a surprisingly spacious, multi-story coworking area with bright colors and laptop-friendly seating aimed at solo travelers and remote workers. Rooms are compact but contemporary and comfortable—charcoal tones, light timber accents, playful artwork and slogan decals—while also being smartly designed with motorized exterior louvers, fold-down desks, hanging pegs, under-sink storage, bedside USB ports and motion-activated LED lighting. Food and drink revolve around the multi-purpose ground floor (a light continental buffet, 24/7 grab-and-go options and elevated cocktails later in the evening); amenities include free Wi‑Fi, meeting space and a fitness center. The overall vibe is casual and cool, it’s positioned as a four-star option, rates start around $174 per night, and the airport is roughly a 40-minute drive away."