"Standing in sleek contrast with its surroundings — Plaka is the Greek capital’s most historic district, and the oldest Ottoman house in the city is right across the street — is Esse Athens, a design-forward boutique hotel. Rooms are modern with herringbone floors, black marble details, minimalist decor, and built-in window seats, and suites are especially opulent, featuring private verandas with open-air hot tubs and views of the Acropolis. A gourmet Greek breakfast is served each morning, and beyond the front door, a maze of picturesque streets leads past shops, wine bars, and traditional restaurants on the short stroll to Athens’s ancient monuments." - Tablet Hotels