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Esse Athens

Authentic Greek hospitality awaits near ancient ruins, with vibrant markets and historic landmarks just steps away from this welcoming Athens retreat

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Esse Athens sits close to the iconic Acropolis, offering a warm Greek welcome complete with free full breakfast and in-room WiFi. Travelers can explore the nearby Metropolitan Cathedral and Monastiraki Flea Market, then return to take advantage of convenient laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is HK$958
HK$1,109 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

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Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a decorative wall panel with mirrors and geometric shapes.

Cosy Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apollon Room Street View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of the city.

Apollon Room Street View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Neoclassic Room City View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a window with a city view.

Neoclassic Room City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room Acropolis View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a balcony with a view of the city, and a small table with a chair.

Deluxe Room Acropolis View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

A balcony with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a view of a historic hill.

Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

A rooftop pool with a view of a historic hilltop fortress.

Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Athens City Centre, a neighbourhood in Athens, Esse Athens is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Ancient Agora of Athens and Syntagma Square are notable landmarks and Athens National Garden is a popular local attraction. Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens and Hellenic Parliament are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Athens travel guide
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3 Mpenizelou Palaiologou, Athens, Attica, 10556

What's nearby

  • A bustling square with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a view of a fortified hill in the background.
    Ermou Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic city on a hill with ancient ruins and modern buildings.
    Acropolis
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A narrow street with shops on both sides, including a store with bags and accessories.
    Monastiraki Flea Market
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A classical building with columns and a flag.
    Syntagma Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a classical stone structure.
    Acropolis Museum
    8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station
    6 min drive
  • Monastiraki Station
    6 min walk
  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Απολλώνια Λύρα (Apollonia Lyra)
    3 min walk
  • TGI Fridays
    4 min walk
  • Ciel Acro Espresso Bar
    3 min walk
  • Piazza Duomo
    3 min walk
  • Υδρία (Ydria)
    3 min walk

About this property

Esse Athens

  • Hotel near Syntagma Square
  • Located close to Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens and Acropolis, Esse Athens provides free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
    • Luggage storage and a lift
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Esse Athens offer thoughtful touches, such as bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Esse Athens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Esse Athens?

As of 31 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esse Athens on 5 Aug 2026 start from HK$958, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Esse Athens?

Esse Athens doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Esse Athens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Esse Athens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Esse Athens located?

Located in Athens City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens, Syntagma Square and Monastiraki Flea Market. Ancient Agora of Athens and Hellenic Parliament are also within 10 minutes. Monastiraki Station is 6 minutes by foot and Akropoli Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Esse Athens Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 266 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cinthya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, excellent location, just a few minutes walking to the acropolis. The staff were super attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vasili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helped me and friend go around the city. The location is walkable to all of the major tourist areas and public transit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nils Gustav Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good location if you want to be close the Acropolis. Very nice beds and pillows. High quality rooms. Helpful staff. AC worked well, which was important in the hot days of summer. Overall very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Esse was very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. The location is in walking distance to tourist attractions, shops and many restaurants. We would definitely return to this hotel when visiting Athens!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is adorable. It’s centrally located, the room is spacious, clean and modern. The staff was extremely sweet and helpful. We absolutely loved it and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were so helpful and friendly! Would stay here again. Great location. So much to see and do around there
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Caroline gry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice breakfast. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Esse Athens was great. Staff were wonderful. Breakfast was great. Thanks for a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend this boutique hotel. Location was perfect and staff was wonderful. The included breakfast was great. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in Athens.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria Carmelita Dela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Anything we asked for was quickly provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and lovely staff, great breakfast, clean room, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Chrissy

Liked: Staff & service
Great location, comfortable room. Could use some repairs to the bathroom. Shower not working properly and burnt out light fixture.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Esse Athens. The staff were exceptionally friendly, the rooms were clean and beautifully appointed. The location was superb, an excellent place to explore beautiful Attika and the breakfast was delicious and had many great options. We loved our time at Esse and would not hesitate to book again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional and friendly, and very attentive to our needs. The rooms were so clean and chic, we had an amazing time with the hut tub watching the city view and Acropolis. The staff were so amazing to set up our shuttle to the airport and pack us breakfast since our flight was so early. I will be using this hotel for every stay in Athens for now on.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. So close to restaurants and nice shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Mabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small boutique hotel centrally located to everything you need. Staff was friendly and room was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

Great location and such a cute quaint boutique hotel in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yossi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service from the all staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had reservations for 7 rooms and the staff were very accommodating and provided excellent service. We enjoyed the hotel and their hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Everything is just steps from the hotel. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Violeta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good breakfast, excelent personal, good shopping around and restaurantes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Honglei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central to all the attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in this boutique hotel was lovely. Rooms are clean, comfortable, modern and very big. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, modern, new, close to everything, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay - fabulous staff, convenient location! Hands down, I would definitely stay at Esse Athens again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025