Hotel Grande Bretagne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens - A historic luxury hotel with Acropolis views, fine dining, and a full-service spa
This 5-star hotel offers 320 rooms divided into Classic, Deluxe, and five suite types including Presidential and Royal Suites, many featuring Acropolis, Parliament, or Lycabettus Hill views. The GB Roof Garden Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with panoramic city views, while the Winter Garden provides European breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner with live piano music. The multi-awarded GB Spa features an indoor pool, thermal suite, and specialized hair treatments, and Alexander's Bar offers rare malt whiskies and cognacs beneath an 18th-century Alexander the Great tapestry. Located on Syntagma Square, this Luxury Collection property is a 5-minute walk from Plaka's archaeological sites and artisan shops, with the Temple of Zeus 2296.6 ft away. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center with secretarial services, high-speed Wi-Fi, and meeting rooms, while family services comprise children's menus, babysitting, and cribs upon request.
Pros
The rooftop restaurant offers uninterrupted views of the Acropolis, Lycabettus Hill, and Parliament
Butler service is provided on the sixth floor with personalized check-in and private concierge assistance
The GB Spa features an indoor pool, thermal suite, and specialized hair salon treatments
The hotel offers a museum tour showcasing antiques and art masterpieces every Thursday
Alexander's Bar houses an authentic 18th-century tapestry of Alexander the Great
Cons
Syntagma Square occasionally hosts protests that may affect access
The climate resilience tax of €4-€10 per room per night is additional
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Guest room 2 Twin or Single Beds Courtyard view
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 8 reviews
4.5/5
based on 4392 reviews
9.3
9.3/10 based on 634 reviews
#8 of 381 hotels in Athens based on Tripadvisor
David
United States,
May
2024
7.4/10
Despite the fact that my room was booked through the conference organizer, I found the hotel to be very nice and clean with an excellent location. However, the rooms were a bit poky and tired, lacking a view. The service was efficient and courteous, although some staff members were rude and unhelpful in specific instances. The hotel's central location was perfect, offering great views of Syntagma Square, the Parliament building, and the Acropolis. The dining experience was a mix - the rooftop restaurant had good food options, but service and food quality were disappointing at times. Overall, the facilities were adequate, with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
My room, despite being a bit poky and tired with no view, was still very nice and clean.
Service
8.0
The staff went out of their way to track down and help me retrieve my lost cell phone, showing great efficiency and courtesy overall. However, there were instances where some staff members were rude and unhelpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect, right across the street from the House of Parliament, with stunning views of the Acropolis and Syntagma Square. It was central to everything I wanted to see and do in Athens.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the rooftop garden restaurant offered lots of good choices, there were times when service and food quality were disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were decent, providing essential services like room service, car hire, dry cleaning, laundry, valet parking, and tours/ticket assistance.
Frank
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.6/10
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel! The rooms were quiet and pristine thanks to top-notch housekeeping, although Tarzan and Jane seemed to be playing next door at 7.30am every morning. The service was extremely helpful, making it a brilliant visit, especially towards my 2 1/2-year-old son who was treated like a prince. The location couldn't be beat on Syntagma Square, offering stunning views of the Parliament building and the Acropolis. Dining was average with lots of options, and the facilities were great.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were immaculate and quiet due to excellent housekeeping.
Service
9.0
The service was extremely helpful and friendly, making my stay wonderful.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is excellent, right across from Syntagma Square and key historical spots.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was average with plenty of choices.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers great facilities for a comfortable stay.
Great location
Average dining
Michael
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.8/10
The hotel offers lovely, neat rooms with extremely comfy beds. I enjoyed my stay, although free Wi-Fi would have been a welcome addition in this digital age.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were wonderful, neat, and extremely comfy with lovely beds.
Service
9.0
The service was with grace and generosity. The staff were accommodating and ensured our expectations were met. Dining at the rooftop restaurant was exceptional.
Location
9.0
The location is great, right across from the Hellenic Parliament and within walking distance to many attractions, restaurants, and shops.
Dining
8.0
Dining with the amazing view was very good, but we wished we had known about ordering from a set menu earlier. The food was delightful.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch and well-maintained.
Austin
United States,
February
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of elegance and slight disappointment. The rooms, amenities, and the dining experience offered great views and service, but the emphasis on style seemed at times to overshadow substance.
Rooms
8.0
I stayed in a nice room on the 7th floor with butler services, which was elegant yet slightly lacking in substance.
Service
7.0
The service, despite a small hiccup with billing, was kind and accommodating to my expectations.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, right across from the Hellenic Parliament, making it easy to access various attractions and dining options.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, with a view of the Acropolis, was exceptional in the evenings but lacked in the quality of food during the day.
Facilities
8.0
The night-time restaurant and cocktail bar provided a wonderful view of the Acropolis and offered a pleasant dining experience.
John
United States,
January
2024
9.4/10
My stay at the hotel was truly remarkable. The rooms were on the larger size by European standards and had classy furnishings, including a semi-canopied bed. The atmosphere in my room was quiet, spacious, and incredibly comfortable. The location is excellent, easy with the metro from the airport, right in the heart of Athens, across from Syntagma Square. The service was amazingly solicitous, and the dining experience was awesome with a wonderful view of the Acropolis.
Rooms
9.0
My room was everything I could have asked for and more. Spacious, quiet, and beautifully furnished with a semi-canopied bed. I felt like royalty in that room.
Service
10.0
I can't speak highly enough of the service at this hotel. The staff was incredibly kind and friendly, always ready to assist with a smile. They responded immediately to any complaint with grace and generosity.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't have been more perfect. Right across from Syntagma Square, in the heart of Athens, with easy access to the metro from the airport. A perfect base for exploring the city.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was simply fantastic. The view of the Acropolis from the restaurant was breathtaking, and the quality of the food was top-notch. It was a culinary delight.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities exceeded my expectations. Everything was well-maintained and provided a sense of luxury and comfort throughout my stay.
Spencer
United Kingdom,
November
2023
9.2/10
My stay at the hotel was delightful. The room, while lacking a view of the Acropolis, provided a peaceful retreat from the busy square and roads. The suite was spacious, well-furnished, and equipped with modern amenities. The large bathroom with a shower and bath was a nice touch. The view of Syntagma Square from the room was wonderful.
Rooms
9.0
The room was spacious and well furnished, offering a lovely view of Syntagma Square.
Service
9.0
The hotel staff were very accommodating and attentive to our needs. From the restaurant to the pool area, everyone was friendly and ensured our comfort. Although there was an extra charge for a room upgrade, the service provided was worth it.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, right across from the Hellenic Parliament and within walking distance to many attractions, restaurants, and shops. The pool area was a welcome retreat after sightseeing, offering a peaceful setting to relax and swim.
Dining
9.0
Dining at the hotel was a great experience, with an amazing view of the city and the Acropolis. The food was delicious, and the service top-notch. We were pleasantly surprised by the variety available on the menu.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were excellent, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The amenities provided added to the overall experience.
Archibald
United Kingdom,
October
2023
9.4/10
I had a truly amazing stay at Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens. The rooms were immaculate, looking out on the Acropolis on one side and Parliament on the other, furnished with a touch of luxury from a bygone era. While the service was extremely helpful and attentive, the dining experience was nothing short of awesome with a view of the Acropolis. The location is superb, right in the heart of the city center with magnificent views all around.
Rooms
9.5
The rooms are immaculate and furnished from an epoch when luxury was really appreciated. I had a wonderful view of the Acropolis.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff attending to my needs promptly and efficiently. They truly ensured a seamless and delightful stay.
Location
10.0
The location is superb, being walkable to all historic sites, near charming shops of Plaka, and directly across from the Parliament Building. It couldn't be more central!
Dining
9.0
Dining at the rooftop restaurant with a view of the Acropolis was a highlight of my stay. The dishes were both classic and innovative, adding to the whole experience.
Facilities
9.5
The facilities at Hotel Grande Bretagne are top-notch, offering everything you could need for a luxurious and comfortable stay.
Magnificent views
Limited breakfast options
Murray
United Kingdom,
April
2023
9.0/10
I had an incredible stay at this hotel! The service was top-notch and the amenities were great. My room on the 7th floor had a nice touch with butler services, and the GB Restaurant upstairs was a real treat. The interior was elegant and up-to-date, all in beautiful marble.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small and could use a refresh, but the service was truly 5-star.
Service
9.0
The service here was impeccable, always eager to fulfill my needs. Despite a small hiccup about the night rate initially, the overall experience was kind and superb.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, close to all the best cultural attractions in Athens. I even had a view of the Acropolis from the rooftop deck!
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delicious, with the best view I could expect in Athens. The quality of food was superb, in an authentic setting.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were fantastic, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
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