Electra Palace Athens

One of the best locations in Athens, in Plaka. Everything is just minutes away. The hotel has everything you can ask for: a private parking in the center of Athens, a rooftop swimming pool with an amazing view on the Acropolis, a great breakfast on the roof top, a spa and an indoor pool. The room was big (we were upgraded to a junior suite) and the bed was exceptional. For us, one of the best options in Athens.

The interior design is what it is: not really modern, with old style and dark furniture. Not really to our taste, but still great quality and not old. Personnel is rather nice and helpful, but has this tendency to "manage" customers and be quite directive. I am getting old, so I tend not to like that anymore.

We had an amazing 2 nights stay in this impeccable 5 star hotel. The suite we stayed on the 7th floor offers unparalleled view of the Acropolis /so close you feel you can reach it by hand/. The outdoor swimming pool /overlooking to the Acropolis too/ along with the excellent cocktails served poolside makes the whole experience surreal. Sophistication characterizes not only the establishment but the clientele as well. Will return-rather soon.

Just a minor omission: mineral water should be definitely included in the breakfast. At this level complimentary bubbles would be not unusual too.

Location is absolutely briliant; we were in Athens only 2 days but the location ensured we could visit everything withing walking distance. The pool has the most amazing view, cocktails tast so much better overlooking the acropolis.

Would have prefered a seperate shower instead of a bath, but this is a minor detail.

The staff were fantastic, very friendly and helpful. The location is amazing. The little "extras" in the bathroom were very much appreciated. The room was small but very well decorated with a cute bathroom and a great little balcony with the view of the Acropolis. We were in room 611 and thought it was perfect. Oh yes there's a great rooftop restaurant where I had a very tasty cheeseburger as they were only serving snacks at the time we were there and there's a lovely pool and bar on the 4th floor. Breakfast which was included was great with lots of variety. If I'm ever back in Athens, I would definitely stay there again.

The location, the room, the service, the views...