THE ATHENS GATE HOTEL, Athens – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
10 Syngrou Avenue,
Athens,
Greece,
11742,
Attica
Rooms with Views
The Athens Gate Hotel offers rooms with views of the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Acropolis, or Lycabettus Hill. Options include budget rooms with ensuite bathrooms, superior rooms with balconies, and executive rooms on the 7th floor with private terraces. The suite features a living area, furnished terrace, and a bathroom with both shower and Jacuzzi bathtub. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi.
Rooftop Dining
The 8th-floor Athens Gate Roof Top Restaurant serves Greek and Mediterranean dishes, including orzo pasta with seafood and grilled calamari with fava dip. The glass-enclosed terrace offers views of the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis. Breakfast includes Greek yogurt, honey, olives, and fresh fruit. The lobby bar serves coffee, drinks, and light snacks throughout the day.
Meeting Facilities
The Adrianos meeting room on the mezzanine floor has natural daylight and space for up to 50 guests. The rooftop restaurant can host corporate lunches or cocktail receptions with Acropolis views. The hotel provides secretarial support and audiovisual equipment upon request.
Central Location
The hotel is opposite the Temple of Olympian Zeus, a 5-minute walk from the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Monastiraki and Syntagma Squares, with restaurants and nightlife, are nearby. The National Garden and Panathenaic Stadium are within 1.5 km. Bus #7 stops nearby, with connections to central Athens.
Guest Services
The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage, wake-up calls, and doctor-on-call. Laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services are available. Breakfast in bed and beach towels can be requested. The hotel recycles paper, glass, and cooking oil, and uses energy-saving lighting. Baby cots and babysitting are available upon request.
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Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
EUR 15 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shoe shine service
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
10 Syngrou Avenue,
Athens,
Greece,
11742,
Attica
Map view
10 Syngrou Avenue,
Athens,
Greece,
11742,
Attica
City landmarks
Museum
Acropolis Museum
3500 ft
Landmark
Parthenon
3400 ft
Ruin
Ancient Agora of Athens
3100 ft
Landmark
Panathenaic Stadium
4800 ft
Landmark
Roman Agora
3300 ft
Landmark
Temple of Hephaestus
5000 ft
Landmark
Erechtheion
3300 ft
Landmark
Plaka
3200 ft
Landmark
National Archaeological Museum
1.4
mi
Tower
Tower of the Winds
2800 ft
Event hall
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
2600 ft
Monument
Philopappos Monument
3700 ft
Landmark
Temple of Athena Nike
3100 ft
Landmark
Anafiotika
2100 ft
Museum
Benaki Museum
4800 ft
Museum
Museum of the City of Athens
4400 ft
Museum
Byzantine and Christian Museum
1.0
mi
Cemetery
Archaeological site of Kerameikos
1.2
mi
Museum
Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments
2400 ft
Museum
National Historic Museum
4100 ft
Museum
Museum of Cycladic Art
5000 ft
Nearby
via Dionysiou Areopagitou str.
Acropolis
1200 ft
Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias
Temple of Olympian Zeus
1800 ft
Monument
Arch of Hadrian
1800 ft
cnr Sellei & Lysikratous
Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
900 ft
Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 1
National Garden
1900 ft
Museum
The Jewish Museum of Greece
1900 ft
Museum
Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
1900 ft
Dionysiou Areopagitou
Theatre of Dionysus
1300 ft
Kodrou 9 Plaka
Museum of Greek Children's Art
2000 ft
Restaurants
Indian Haveli
100 ft
Leof. Andrea Siggrou 12
Liondi Traditional Greek Restaurant
900 ft
Makrygianni Street 19-21
The Athens Gate Restaurant
300 ft
The Athens Gate Hotel 10 Syngrou Ave
Cafe Polichoros Aition
200 ft
Tziraion 8-10
Gods' Restaurant
1000 ft
23-27 Makrygianni St Acropolis
Royal Indian Chef
500 ft
9 Syngrou Avenue
Belpaese
600 ft
Athanassiou Diakou 6 Metro station Akropolis
Seirines
600 ft
Dionyssiou Aeropagitou 5 Plaka
Yard all day bar restaurant
800 ft
Makrigianni 17
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
100%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Great views
Immaculately clean
Small rooms
Noisy next to elevator
10.0/10
Perfect
Rooms
8.0
Location
9.3
Service
8.9
Dining
8.4
Guest reviews
10.0/10
based on 26 reviews
4.5/5
based on 4563 reviews
8.9
8.9/10 based on 4033 reviews
#17 of 381 hotels in Athens based on Tripadvisor
Walter
United Kingdom,
May
2024
9.0/10
My stay at the hotel was truly delightful. The rooms were a good size, and I loved the huge balcony with an amazing view. However, they were a bit noisy at times. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful throughout my visit, making everything so easy for me. The location couldn't be better, being so close to the Acropolis and the Temple of Zeus. The dining options were excellent, providing a wide range of choices. Overall, a great experience with some minor noise inconvenience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were a good size, with a modern feel and a great bathroom.
Service
9.0
The staff was super helpful and efficient, making my stay very enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is ideal, just a short walk from the Acropolis and with stunning views from the restaurant.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent, catering to all tastes.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, enhancing my overall stay.
David
United States,
May
2024
9.0/10
My stay at this hotel was fantastic! The rooms were outstanding, especially the Acropolis view room with a balcony. The location couldn't be better, right by the Temple of Zeus and a short walk to the Acropolis and Plaka. The service was top-notch, from the helpful staff to the great dining experience. Only downside was the slightly small room size.
Rooms
8.0
I stayed in an Acropolis view room, which had a balcony with a stunning view. Although a bit small, it was comfortable and well-maintained.
Service
9.0
The service here was exceptional! Everyone from housekeeping to the restaurant staff was accommodating and polite. They helped us with everything we needed.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect for exploring Athens! Close to major attractions, restaurants, and metro stations. Plus, the view was breathtaking.
Dining
9.0
Dining at the hotel was amazing with a wide variety of delicious choices. The view of the city from the restaurant was a bonus!
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, with efficient staff and everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Naomi
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.2/10
The hotel is simple but very comfortable, offering rooms with views of Zeus Temple. While the road side rooms may pose a challenge for light sleepers due to car noise, the staff is quick to accommodate requests, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are simple but very comfortable, with views of Zeus Temple from the back, away from the road.
Service
9.0
The service here is fantastic, from the doorman to the cleaning staff, making the stay enjoyable and accommodating.
Location
9.0
The location is central, close to the monuments of Athens and with convenient access to tourist attractions, offering views of the Temple of Zeus.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience is filled with delicious food and offers wholesome options, although at times it may seem understaffed leading to delays in service.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides essential facilities and services, ensuring a pleasant stay for guests.
Amanda
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.4/10
The hotel offers modern and comfortable rooms that are kept immaculately clean, although they can get quite hot requiring the balcony door to be opened at night. While not very spacious and lacking a view for the price paid, the overall comfort level is high and the cleanliness is commendable.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were modern and comfortable but a bit warm at night, needing the balcony door to be opened.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with professionals who were always friendly, helpful, and considerate. They provided everything we needed with a smile.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect, offering great views and being walkable to all main tourist attractions, making it very convenient for exploring the city in a short time.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were plentiful and delicious, especially the coffee, providing a variety of traditional foods to enjoy during the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel was equipped with all the necessary amenities, making the stay comfortable and convenient for guests.
Anna
United Kingdom,
March
2024
8.8/10
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel! The rooms were excellent in size with great amenities and a lovely view of the Temple of Zeus right from my window. The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to access shopping areas and historical sites. The free breakfast in the restaurant with a full view of the Acropolis was a delightful bonus.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were relatively spacious with outstanding amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful, kind, and supportive during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, just a short 3-minute walk to the Acropolis with convenient access to all major attractions. The hotel's proximity to the main sites in Athens made exploring the city a breeze.
Dining
9.0
Dining with an amazing view of the Acropolis was truly magnificent. The food, especially the coffee, was delicious.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers fantastic facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Neil
United States,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel's location is a bit noisy but offers rooms that are clean and well-presented, albeit slightly small, lacking plugins in the bathroom. The service is friendly and helpful overall, with excellent breakfast included. The dining experience is amazing with a variety of quality options. The rooftop breakfast location is a definite highlight. Despite some cramped areas, the hotel provides easy access to transportation and major sights.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are adequate in size, clean, and well presented but a bit small and lacking bathroom plugins. It is noisy.
Service
8.0
The service is very friendly and helpful, with excellent breakfast included.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location provides easy access to transportation and attractions, despite being a bit noisy.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience is amazing, offering a superb variety and quality options.
Facilities
The hotel offers a great dining experience with a variety of options. The rooftop breakfast location is a highlight.
Stanley
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.6/10
Waking up to the amazing view of the Temple of Zeus and Acropolis is an unforgettable experience. The hotel offers clean and cozy rooms with terraces boasting breathtaking views. The service is kind and professional, adding a personal touch to fulfill any request. The location couldn't be better, with key attractions within walking distance. However, the dining experience, although basic, provides good variety in a centrally located restaurant.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and adequate, with a view of the Temple of Zeus that is truly amazing in the morning and night time from the balcony.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to make our stay memorable.
Location
10.0
The location is perfect, offering amazing views of the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus, allowing easy access to all key areas by foot.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, while basic, offers good variety and a full view of the Acropolis to enhance the meal.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel provides great facilities including a rooftop restaurant that offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
James
United States,
February
2024
8.4/10
The hotel has excellent rooms but the smoke smell might be an issue. The service is incredibly friendly and accommodating, but dining options may vary. The location is near many tourist spots but noise could be a concern. Dining provides traditional Greek options with a fantastic view. Overall, a great stay with minor inconveniences.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were excellent with the best walk-in shower ever, but the smoke smell from smoking rooms was noticeable despite requesting a nonsmoking room.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, providing kind and supportive service throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The location is fantastic, close to the Acropolis and shopping streets, but noise can be an issue if your room faces the street.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delicious with a panoramic view of the Acropolis, offering traditional Greek options.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers great facilities including room service, car hire, and laundry services.
Chris
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.8/10
The hotel offers great views from all floors, but light sleepers might need earplugs due to noise from the elevator. The rooms are kept immaculately clean, although a bit small. The service is consistently friendly and professional. The location is excellent, with major attractions and shopping areas nearby. Dining on the rooftop with a view of the Acropolis is lovely.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and maintained well, though a bit small and noisy next to the elevator.
Service
9.0
The service was consistently friendly, professional, and welcoming, except for one instance.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is excellent, near major attractions, shopping areas, and the Acropolis.
Dining
8.0
Dining on the rooftop with a view of the Acropolis was a delightful experience.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers all necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Great views
Small rooms
Roy
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.8/10
The hotel has a fantastic location near the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus, making it ideal for exploring Athens. The rooms, although small and noisy, do not offer the promised views. The service is friendly and helpful. The dining experience offers a varied selection and stunning views, but falls short on some aspects. Overall, a convenient choice with some room for improvement.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were terribly small and noisy, lacking the promised views of the Temple of Olympian Zeus. They felt small for the price charged.
Service
9.0
The service was really friendly and perfectly helpful. They went above and beyond by providing a breakfast to go when we had to leave early.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't be better, right near the Acropolis and Plaka, with easy access to the main metro station and historical sites.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience surpassed expectations with a varied selection and amazing views, but the mix of Western and Greek food was not fully satisfying.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities offered a mix of services like room service and car hire, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Charles
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.6/10
The hotel is ideally located close to all ancient monuments with a lovely view. The rooms, although initially on the road side making it hard to sleep, were small but stylish and functional. The dining experience was extremely nice in the rooftop restaurant with a satisfying breakfast. The facilities were convenient and well-maintained.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small, but very stylish and functional.
Service
9.0
They provided guidance, coffee/tea, and room service.
Location
9.0
The location was great, being walking distance to all the sights and with a tour bus stop right outside. It was central to the main attractions, directly across the street from the Temple of Zeus.
Dining
8.0
The dining was extremely nice in their rooftop restaurant with views of the Acropolis hill on one side and the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Lycabettus hill on the other. The breakfast, although not special, was very satisfying.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were convenient and well-maintained, offering all necessary services like room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, shoe shine service, and a welcome drink.
Great location
Noise issue initially
Elizabeth
United Kingdom,
January
2024
9.0/10
The hotel offers spacious rooms with a good view of the Temple of Zeus but can get a bit warm even with the air conditioning. The outdated feel of the rooms, though well-equipped, gives a small impression, and the sunny balcony might be challenging to enjoy fully.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious and overlook the Temple of Zeus, but can get warm even with the air conditioning. They have a slightly outdated look and feel a bit small, although they are well-equipped.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch. The staff were polite, providing great advice for trips and even going the extra mile with thoughtful gestures like providing plastic coverings for elderly guests.
Location
10.0
The hotel's ideal location, with easy access to both a main street for taxi pickups and direct walking routes to the Acropolis and Plaka, makes it a standout choice in Athens.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience offered a wide range of delicious options, especially on the rooftop. The staff was very helpful, making the overall dining experience amazing.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, and the hotel provided various services like room service, car hire, and dry cleaning, adding great value to the stay.
John
United Kingdom,
October
2023
9.4/10
The hotel offers a beautiful view from the main road outside to a backside room onto the Temple of Zeus. The service was courteous and helpful, with fantastic staff, particularly in the restaurant and at the door. The location is strategic, near the Acropolis metro station, and provides a sense of safety. The dining experience in the rooftop restaurant with stunning views of the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus was generous, varied, and delicious, setting us up well for the day.
Rooms
10.0
I stayed in a room on the third floor with a view onto the Temple of Zeus, one of the best hotel views I've ever had.
Service
9.0
The staff were fantastic and very helpful, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is at the foot of the Acropolis, offering an amazing location near various historical sites and restaurants.
Dining
9.0
Dining in the rooftop restaurant with views of the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus was a delightful experience with generous and delicious options.
Facilities
10.0
The facilities were top-notch and exceeded my expectations.
Edward
United States,
October
2023
9.4/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were beautifully appointed and very comfortable, with a great size and a view of the Temple of Zeus. The location was brilliant, close to all the sights and within walking distance to the ruins, restaurants, and shops. The service was top-notch, with staff always ready to help and being so friendly. The dining experience was simply amazing, with delicious food and a fantastic view. The facilities were excellent, making my stay even more enjoyable.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were beautifully appointed and very comfortable with a great view of the Temple of Zeus.
Service
9.0
The staff were always ready to help by answering questions and providing helpful information, and they were so lovely and accommodating.
Location
10.0
The location was spot on, with all the major sightseeing spots, restaurants, and bars within minutes. It was perfect for a short stay, very close to the Acropolis and other areas of interest.
Dining
10.0
The dining experience was the best I've had in a long time, with simply amazing and delicious food with a fantastic view.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had excellent facilities, making my stay even more enjoyable.
Jim
United Kingdom,
September
2023
9.0/10
My stay at the hotel was truly remarkable. The rooms offered a great balcony with stunning views of the Zeus columns and the Athens Gate, a sight to behold. The location was superb, within walking distance of major attractions and the city center. The service was top-notch, with exceptionally helpful and welcoming staff. The dining experience, with a magnificent view, was simply out of this world. Although the facilities were fantastic, there were a few minor downsides in terms of value for money.
Rooms
9.0
I was in awe of the rooms that overlooked the temple of Zeus, just below the restaurant.
Service
9.0
The staff was attentive, friendly, and exceptionally helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, offering easy access to all the main sites in Athens, including the Acropolis and the charming Plaka neighborhood.
Dining
8.0
Dining with a magnificent view was an unforgettable experience, although the menu could have been a bit more special.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had great amenities and a lovely terrace to enjoy the views.
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