Meliá Athens

Beds are extremely comfortable and our room had a large bath (and shower). Room spotlessly clean. Concierge extremely helpful and check-in/check out was a breeze. Obviously wonderful views of the Acropolis and Parthenon from the rooftop pool/restaurant - especially at night. Staff extremely friendly and courteous. Food on the rooftop restaurant in the evening is excellent. Don't be put off by the location, all of Athens is covered in ugly architecture, traffic and graffiti. The location is great and a short walk to the efficient and cheap metro, and taxis are plentiful.

Drinks service on the rooftop very slow - often 10/15 minutes. We had to go to the bar counter far too often to find service - and it wasn't that busy. Service when you are dining at the rooftop restaurant is, however, very good. WARNING: There is a lot of selfie action going on and sickly, treacly posing for photo opportunities. People will also stand next to your dining table to take a snap of the view. One guest even took a tripod out, set up his camera, stood there for an age taking photos - right next to a couple trying to have a romantic evening together. Not good. End of rant.

I have forgotten an expensive shirt which was never found :-(