Athenaeum Intercontinental in Athens, Greece

Located within 3 km from the Acropolis and close to Metro stations and the business district of Athens, the Athenaeum Intercontinental features award-winning restaurants, a spa centre and a 24-hour gym. The spacious, elegant rooms include marble bathrooms and a seating area. Featuring wooden furnishings, soft colours and carpets, all rooms at the Athenaeum Intercontinental are equipped with 32’’ LCD satellite TVs, a work desk and coffee maker. Bathrooms are stocked with luxury toiletries, bathrobes and a scale. Some rooms feature artwork by Greek artists and Acropolis views. Executive Lounge is available in some rooms where check in services and breakflast/beverages are available. The Cafezoe Restaurant serves a rich buffet breakfast, international dishes, as well as Greek favourites. Mediterranean cuisine is served at the award-winning Premiere Restaurant located on the 10th floor, offering spectacular views of the Parthenon and the city of Athens. A variety of pastries and light meals is served at the fashionable Café Vienna & Tea Lounge. Guests can swim in the 120m² pool or relax at the hot tub and sauna. Spa treatments include massages, facials, and masks by the exclusive Phytomer range. State-of-the-art Technogym cardiovascular equipment is available at the fitness centre. The scenic Old Town of Athens, Plaka, is just 1.5 km away. Ermou shopping area is within 2 km. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is at 23 km. Private parking is possible on site.

Rooms: 553
Address: 89-93 Syngrou Avenue, Athens 11745 Show on map

What people say

Everything is perfect.Personal service. Clean and spacious rooms and bathrooms. I find the breakfast prices ridiculously high!!. My plan didnt include a breakfast. The breakfast was very expensive (35 Euro per person!).

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Check-in Date

Check-out Date

Guests & rooms

Transportation

Parking garage, Car Rental, Bicycle rental, Accessible parking

Shops

Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Shops in Hotel

Services

Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Trouser Press, Tour Desk, Special Diet Menus (on request), Room Service, Private Check-in/-out, Packed Lunches, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Laundry, Ironing Service, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access, Fax/Photocopying, Dry Cleaning, Daily maid service, Concierge Service, Communal lounge/TV room, Car Rental, Business Centre, Breakfast in the Room, Babysitting/Child Services, ATM/Cash Machine on site

Safety features

First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals

Pools and wellness

Swimming pool, Swimming pool, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa facilities, Spa & Wellness Centre, Shallow end, Sauna, Pool bar, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Massage, Jacuzzi, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Fitness Centre, Fitness, Beach umbrellas, Beach chairs / loungers

Physical distancing

Mobile app for room service, Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available

Miscellaneous

VIP Room Facilities, Soundproofed Rooms, Smoke alarms, Security alarm, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Non-Smoking Rooms, Key card access, Key access, Heating, Fire extinguishers, Family Rooms, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area, CCTV outside property, CCTV in common areas, Allergy-Free Room Available, Airconditioning, 24-hour security

General

WiFi everywhere, Valet Parking, Soundproofed Rooms, Snack Bar, Safety Deposit Box, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Restaurant, Private parking, Parking on-site, Parking , Paid WiFi, Non-Smoking Rooms, Luggage Storage, Heating, Family Rooms, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area, Bar, Allergy-Free Room Available, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning, 24-Hour Front Desk

Front-desk/reception area services

Valet Parking, Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Safety Deposit Box, Private Check-in/-out, Newspapers, Luggage Storage, Invoice provided, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Currency Exchange, Concierge Service, ATM/Cash Machine on site, 24-Hour Front Desk

Food & drink safety

Delivered food is securely covered, Breakfast takeaway containers

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Snack Bar, Room Service, Restaurant, Packed Lunches, Kid meals (free/paid), Fruits, Child friendly buffet , Breakfast in the Room, Breakfast details, Bar

Entertainment and children services

Babysitting/Child Services

Common areas

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Garden, Communal lounge/TV room

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Cleaning services

Shoe Shine, Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning

Business facilities

Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre

Activities

Tour or class about local culture, Spa & Wellness Centre, Outdoor Swimming Pool (seasonal), Outdoor Swimming Pool, Massage, Jacuzzi, Fitness Centre, Bike tours

Set in Athens in the Attica Region, 700 metres from Dora Stratou Greek Dances Theatre, Athenaeum Intercontinental features an outdoor pool and terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player, as well as a CD player are offered. Certain rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Each room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath. Extras include bath robes and slippers. You will find a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. Filopappos Hill is 900 metres from Athenaeum Intercontinental, while Acropolis Museum is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 20 km from the property.

The poolside bar, Playzoe, is a relaxing area of Athenaeum, offering light snacks and exotic cocktails. It is open throughout the summer months. Cafézoe combines modern international fare and classic Greek favourites in an elegantly hip setting. On Sundays from October to May, the Sunday Table is filled with families and friends sharing food and regional wines and listening to live folk music. Cafézoe is located on the rooftop terrace. The Café Vienna Tea Lounge is the place to see and be seen in Athens. This hot spot lures locals, celebrities and hotel guests with specialities including corretto (espresso with a shot of Sambuca), hot chocolate Valrhona and herbal teas. The menu features favourites such as crêpes, Viennese pastries, unusual ice creams and chocolate trilogy cake. Live music adds to the cool evening ambiance. The award-winning Première Restaurant offers a wonderful fine dining experience, Mediterranean cuisine and rooftop views. The staff select the best international wines to accompany the food. The sophisticated atmosphere is enhanced by stunning views of the Acropolis and the city lights below. The Café Vienna Tea Lounge and cafezoe are trendy, and Playzoe and ToBar are a bit more casual.

The hotel’s 24-hour fitness centre is state-of-the-art and features a full line up of Technogym cardiovascular equipment. An outdoor pool offers warm-weather workouts. I-spa offers a variety of therapy treatments.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Swimming pool #1 is closed from Wed 15 Oct 2025 until Fri 15 May 2026 Kindly note that even though as per property policy children up to 17 yo enjoy a complimentary stay, their stay is not inclusive of breakfast which is subject to different charges per age. Please note that, pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome

Measuring 35 square meters, our rooms are some of the most spacious in the city. You are welcomed with wood furnishings in rooms equipped with all modern amenities and facilities. The marble bathroom and additional working and sitting area make both homey and elegant in a unique way.

By Public Transport:
Kasomouli Tramway Station is within walking distance of the hotel.

Neos Kosmos Tramway Station is situated 200 metres / 0.12 miles south of the hotel.

Syngrou / Fix Subway Station is situated 1 km / 0.62 miles south of the hotel.

By Plane:
Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) is situated 36 km / 22.37 miles south-west of the hotel. It is 45 minutes away by train and 60 minutes away by taxi.

Check-in

14:00 -

Check-out

- 12:00

Accepted CreditCards at Hotel

The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard, MasterCard

Children and Extra Bed Policy

All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All further children under 17 years stay free of charge for extra beds.
All further older children or adults are charged EUR 30 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.

Deposit Policy

No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes

10 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
0.5 % city/tourist tax per person per night is included.

Internet

Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and costs EUR 13 per hour.

Meal Plan

Continental breakfast costs EUR 22 per person per night.

Parking

Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 19 per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Ilissos

★★★★

"Staff was charming and helpful, breakfast tasty, rooms pleasant, and location convenient to the Plaka area"