Michele Fellini M.
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1. Location
The location of this hotel is not for everyone. Athens carries the marks of many difficult years with buildings in ruins, layers of graffiti, and ongoing construction are all part of the landscape. These are signs of a city that has been through a lot, from protests to austerity, and you can definitely feel that history around you.
For me, this neighbourhood was still amazing, not because I admire the hardship, but because I don’t mind the imperfect, real side of a city. I actually appreciate photographing places with character, and this area has plenty of that. It’s lively, full of energy, with fantastic restaurants, clubs, cafés, and plenty to explore, a vibrant everyday life happening alongside the city’s scars.
What I liked most is that the hotel sits right at the edge of all the action. You’re close enough to walk just a few minutes and have everything accessible, including the station, but far enough that you don’t get all the noise and craziness. For me, it was the perfect balance.
2. Rooms & Reception
When we arrived, I’ll admit I was a bit skeptical. The reception area looks extremely old like it’s stuck in the 60s. But the moment you step out of the lift onto the corridor of the rooms… surprise! Everything is newly renovated.
The rooms are modern, clean, comfortable, and the bathroom was honestly a highlight. For anyone who loves a good shower, this is a 10/10. We stayed at this hotel twice, and that should say enough about how much we liked it.
3. Breakfast & Views
Another great surprise. We’ve stayed in many so-called four-star hotels across Europe, including this summer, with much higher prices and breakfast that didn’t even come close to what this hotel offers. It’s simple but genuinely delicious.
And then there’s “The View.” Enjoying your morning coffee while looking at the Acropolis feels like sitting inside a postcard. A small tip: don’t rush to the small tables in the corridor area. For me, the best view is on the right side when you enter the restaurant IS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!