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Electra Metropolis Athens

A contemporary upscale hotel between Syntagma and Plaka with a rooftop pool and Acropolis views.

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The verdict

Worth the stay for…

Great for
  • If you've only got a day
  • Couples
  • Solo travellers
  • Photographers
  • Anyone here to unwind
Depends
  • Travellers on a budget
  • Families with kids
  • Romantics
Not for

Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.

The location trade-off

What you're near — and what you're not

Walkable
  • Syntagma & Plaka (short walk both ways)
  • Acropolis approach (15–20 min walk)
  • Metro at Syntagma (a few minutes)
Cut off from
  • Larger hotel feel rather than boutique intimacy
  • Busy central streets nearby
Rooms & rate

What you're paying for

Modern rooms across several categories, with higher tiers and suites offering Acropolis views; some standard rooms face inward to the atrium. For the view, book an Acropolis-view category and use the rooftop for the panorama either way.

Why we say this

Insider secrets & local vibes

The rooftop pool and bar with an Acropolis view is a real highlight for the price tier.
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It sits between Syntagma and Plaka, so most of the historic centre is walkable from the door.
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It's a larger, busier hotel, so the rooftop and common areas can feel crowded in high season.
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What it feels like

Reading the room, traveller by traveller

  • Couples

    A stylish, well-located base with a rooftop made for sunset drinks.

  • Multigenerational

    Modern comforts and a central position make it an easy choice for a mixed group.

Good to know

Before you go

Cost
Upper-mid to upscale, below the grand-dame band
Last verified
2026-06-17
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