Polis Grand Hotel - A centrally located 4-star hotel with Acropolis views, rooftop dining, and modern amenities
Polis Grand Hotel offers 100 rooms and suites, most featuring balconies with city or Acropolis views, soundproof windows, USB charging ports, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. The property includes Polis Sunlight restaurant serving a certified Greek breakfast with handmade jams, traditional recipes, and gluten-free options on the first floor. The Polis Blue Sky Roof Top on the 10th floor provides Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails with panoramic views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. Located 656.2 ft from Omonoia metro station, the hotel provides direct access to the Acropolis (1.5 miles), Monastiraki (0.5 miles), and Syntagma Square. Business services include meeting rooms with modern equipment, while family accommodations offer interconnected rooms and cribs upon request. Guests can access a mini-gym with treadmill, elliptical trainer, and free weights, plus 24-hour concierge and laundry services.
Pros
Rooftop bar and restaurant on the 10th floor offers direct views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill
Free high-speed Wi-Fi available throughout all rooms and public areas
Located 656.2 ft from Omonoia metro station with direct airport and port connections
Certified Greek breakfast includes handmade jams, traditional recipes, and gluten-free options
100 rooms feature soundproof windows, USB ports, and most include balconies with city or Acropolis views
Cons
No swimming pool or spa facilities on the property
On-site parking is unavailable; nearby parking costs €15 per 24 hours
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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
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Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 13 reviews
4/5
based on 1374 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 3326 reviews
#36 of 381 hotels in Athens based on Tripadvisor
Noel
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.4/10
The hotel had small and comfy rooms, with a lovely balcony, but a strong smell of tobacco was a downside. The service was friendly and professional, with great views of the Acropolis and a convenient location near Omonia Square and historical sites. The surroundings were not very nice, especially at night. The dining options were mostly inedible, but the location was great for touring the city.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small and comfy, with a lovely balcony, but had a strong smell of tobacco.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and professional, with excellent views of the Acropolis and convenient amenities.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient, close to the train station and turistical hotspots, but surrounded by abandoned and unsafe buildings, especially at night.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were mostly inedible, not meeting expectations.
Facilities
7.0
Mary
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were very comfortable with the quietest air conditioner I've ever heard, and being on the top floor with a balcony was a great touch. Although the rooms were smaller than those in the US, they were of good quality.
Rooms
9.0
I found the rooms to be very comfortable with a great balcony view.
Service
9.0
The staff here were really helpful and went above reproach to make my stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The location was great, allowing me to easily visit various landmarks and attractions within walking distance. Despite some concerns about the homeless population in the area, the hotel's proximity to key transportation hubs made it convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience exceeded my expectations with a comprehensive selection of high-quality food. I especially enjoyed being able to pack a snack for later.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Great location
Homeless presence
Derek
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the markets and a short walk to Monastiraki, making it a very convenient spot to explore the center. The rooms were quiet and comfy, although a bit small. The service was outstanding and welcoming. The dining experience met expectations. The hotel offers basic facilities but is clean and well-maintained.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were quiet and comfy, despite being a bit small.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and very welcoming, assisting with anything I needed.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is very convenient to walk to the center and close to the markets.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, and the location is excellent for accessing the main attractions.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities but maintains cleanliness.
Raymond
United States,
February
2024
7.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, and the staff provided outstanding service. The location was convenient, although there were some concerns about the surrounding area. The dining options were varied, but there was room for improvement. Overall, a good value for the money.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms met our expectations in terms of cleanliness and comfort.
Service
9.0
The service was magnificent, especially Vassilis at Reception. The staff were friendly, although service was limited on the first day.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was very good, very close to the station. However, caution was advised at night when using narrow streets.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a diverse range of food options, catering to various tastes. However, it did not cater to vegetarians.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate and convenient for a comfortable stay.
Friendly Staff
Limited Service
Jeremy
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located close to the train station and easy to get to. The rooms are very basic and small for a family of 4, but they were clean when I arrived. The service was courteous and efficient, with helpful staff. The dining experience offered a variety of tasty foods. Overall, the hotel provides a decent stay at a good value for money.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are a little small but clean.
Service
8.0
The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Location
8.0
The hotel is close to the train station and easy to access.
Dining
9.0
The dining was rich and delicious, offering a good variety.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities for a comfortable stay.
Clean
Small rooms
James
United Kingdom,
October
2023
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious and clean, but the view from the balcony facing an old abandoned building was a letdown. The service was excellent, with the staff being incredibly friendly and accommodating. The location was good, close to the metro station, but it felt a bit unsafe at night. The dining options were varied and delicious, although the hotel seemed older than expected.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and clean.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient, close to the metro station.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were varied and delicious.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had good facilities.
Thomas
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.0/10
The hotel offers pleasant and comfortable rooms for an unhindered view, with fantastic service from helpful staff. The central location is convenient, although surroundings may vary. Dining experiences vary from OK to top-notch. The facilities are generally good, enhancing the stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were pleasant and comfortable with an unhindered view.
Service
9.0
The staff was fantastic, especially during challenging times like a potential taxi strike.
Location
8.0
The central location near the metro station, shopping, and restaurants makes it convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
7.0
Dining experiences range from good with real espresso coffee to not meeting some expectations.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various services like room service, car hire, housekeeping, and more to enhance the stay.
Ralph
United States,
October
2023
7.8/10
Staying at this hotel in Athens was a perfect choice. The variety of rooms was large, and despite some minor issues like a non-working AC, the overall experience was great. The location near the city center is convenient, although the neighborhood seemed a bit dark at night. The dining options were above average, with a delicious variety of food to enjoy. Overall, a comfortable and well-located hotel with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The room we stayed in was really small but sufficient for two people. It was clean and prepared well, although it seemed originally set up for only one person. The AC didn't work, so we had to keep the window open to avoid getting too hot.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were the kindest from start to finish of our stay. They quickly rectified any issues we had, making our stay comfortable. The hotel offers various services like room service, car hire, and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is pretty close to the Plaka, which is like the city center. It provides good access to the city center attractions. However, the surrounding neighborhood can appear a bit weird at night, with dark alleys and graffiti on walls.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience at the hotel was above average. The restaurant offered a very delicious variety of food. The rooftop restaurant was a bonus, providing a beautiful view while enjoying a meal.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides various amenities such as housekeeping, laundry, and shuttle services. It also has a paid shuttle service available for guests' convenience.
David
United Kingdom,
October
2023
7.6/10
The hotel had a good size and clean rooms, but the lack of soundproofing and proximity to neighboring houses made it slightly claustrophobic. The service was super helpful, especially the reception staff always available to fulfill our needs. The location was outstanding with easy access to shopping areas and attractions, although the neighborhood around Omonia metro station seemed less desirable. The dining provided a great spread but lacked variety for a 4-star hotel experience.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and a good size, but lacked soundproofing and had a view directly onto neighboring houses.
Service
9.0
The service was super helpful, with the staff always ready to assist.
Location
8.0
The location was outstanding, close to shopping areas and attractions, but the Omonia neighborhood was not very friendly.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered a great spread but lacked enough variety for a 4-star hotel.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Richard
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.0/10
The hotel had small rooms with little daylight compared to the pictures, but a good-sized bathroom and tub/shower unit. The staff was very friendly, and the location was convenient for sightseeing, even though the neighborhood was not the best. Dining was varied and excellent, and the facilities were top-notch.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small, but with a good-sized bathroom and minibar.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Location
6.0
A convenient location for sightseeing, despite being in a not-so-great neighborhood.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with a variety of delicious options.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were impeccable and well-maintained.
Rex
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.0/10
The hotel had a nice balcony with a great view of the Parthenon. The rooms, although small, were comfortable for our short 2-night stay. The service was helpful and sorted any issues quickly, but it lacked friendliness on the first morning. The location was good with a nice view of the Acropolis from the rooftop restaurant, though the surrounding area could seem a bit run down at night. The dining experience was presented nicely but the food quality was average. Overall, a decent stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but comfortable with a nice balcony and a great view of the Parthenon.
Service
7.0
The service was helpful and courteous, quickly addressing any issues, but lacked friendliness on the first morning.
Location
8.0
The location was good with a nice view of the Acropolis from the rooftop restaurant, though the surrounding area could seem run down at night.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was presented nicely, but the quality of food was average.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory for a short stay.
Great view
Average food quality
Jack
United Kingdom,
June
2023
8.6/10
The hotel has a great location near the city center and historical sites, with excellent service from a friendly staff. However, surrounding buildings may affect safety at night.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean, big and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, especially thanks to the helpful Filipinos who solved my reservation problem.
Location
8.0
The hotel is very good, near the city center and main attractions, but surrounding buildings can make it sketchy at night.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
The facilities were pretty good.
Scott
United States,
May
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the city center, offering easy access to many attractions. The rooms are nice and comfortable but lack natural light, making them a bit stuffy upon return. The service is excellent, with very helpful staff, although slightly lacking in street riot updates. The location is great, close to shops, restaurants, and the metro. The dining experience is varied and delicious, especially in the cafe downstairs. Overall, a good value for money option in a stressed city center area.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, while decent in size and comfortable, had no natural light, leading to a stuffy atmosphere upon our return.
Service
8.0
The service was very good overall, with attentive staff, although they could have been more informative about the street riot during our stay.
Location
9.0
The location, close to the city center and the metro station, is convenient for exploring the main attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was varied and delicious, especially with the homemade jams and spreads offered, making it a worthwhile part of the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers convenient facilities like room service, car hire, and tours/ticket assistance.