Hotel Grande Bretagne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens, Athens ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

1 Vasileos Georgiou A Str, Athens, Greece, 10563

Hotel Grande Bretagne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens is an iconic five-star hotel located in Syntagma Square, the heart of Athens. This historic hotel has been a symbol of luxury since its opening in 1874, offering stunning views of the Acropolis and significant landmarks. It features a unique blend of ancient elegance and modern amenities, attracting royalty, statesmen, and celebrities alike.

Location

Situated directly opposite Syntagma Square, the hotel provides easy access to Athens' major attractions, shopping districts, and the city’s vibrant culture. It is conveniently located 21.5 miles from Athens International Airport and a short walk from the Syntagma Metro Station. However, the area can occasionally be crowded due to protests in Syntagma Square.

Rooms

The hotel boasts 320 elegantly appointed rooms, including Classic, Deluxe, and various suite categories, such as the Grand Presidential Suite. Many rooms offer breathtaking views of the Acropolis, Lycabettus Hill, and Syntagma Square. Guests in suites enjoy exclusive benefits, including personalized Butler Service for an enhanced stay.

Eat & Drink

Culinary experiences are abundant, with venues like the GB Roof Garden Restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine alongside spectacular panoramic views. Alexander's Bar, featuring an 18th-century tapestry of Alexander the Great, is renowned for its rich selection of cocktails and rare spirits. The Winter Garden provides an elegant setting for breakfast and afternoon tea accompanied by live piano music.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Grande Bretagne provides a multi-awarded spa, GB Spa, which offers rejuvenating treatments and signature massages. For business travelers, the hotel features a 24-hour Business Center equipped with state-of-the-art technology and meeting spaces. Guests also benefit from a dedicated concierge team ready to arrange private tours and unique Athens experiences.

“The hotel's location is perfect for immersing yourself in the vibrant heart of Athens, just steps away from iconic sights and local treasures.”view full review

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“Exceptional hotel with outstanding service and stunning views” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.6)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Paid Private parking is possible at a location nearby.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 45 per person per day.

Pets are not allowed.

English, German, Greek

Number of floors:7

Number of rooms:320

Former name

grande bretagne athens, a luxury collection hotel

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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 Twin Room

Max:

3 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Courtyard view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Corner Suite with King Bed Non-Smoking

Max:

3 persons

48 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

3 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Athens3700 ft

Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) 20.7 mi

Train

Monastiraki Railway Station3000 ft

Metro stations

Syntagma400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Spa Experience

I had a fantastic lymphatic drainage massage that left me feeling rejuvenated and pampered.view full review

Michelin Star Delight

The King George Tudor Hall restaurant exceeded my expectations, offering an incredible dining experience with stunning views.view full review

Luxurious Room

The one-bedroom suite I moved to was spacious, immaculate, and truly a sanctuary for relaxation.view full review

Grand Ambiance

The hotel's stunning decor, particularly the spectacular Christmas tree, added a magical touch to my stay.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1 Vasileos Georgiou A Str, Athens, Greece, 10563

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1 Vasileos Georgiou A Str, Athens, Greece, 10563

City landmarks

Museums

Acropolis Museum

1.0 mi

via Dionysiou Areopagitou str.

Acropolis

4300 ft

Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou

Parthenon

1.0 mi

Ruin

Ancient Agora of Athens

3600 ft

Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue

Panathenaic Stadium

1.1 mi

Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias

Temple of Olympian Zeus

3000 ft

28is Oktovriou 44

National Archaeological Museum

1.1 mi

3 Polignotou

Roman Agora

3700 ft

Landmark

Temple of Hephaestus

4900 ft

cnr Sellei & Lysikratous

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

3000 ft

Athens 105 58

Erechtheion

5200 ft

Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 1

National Garden

3100 ft

The Plaka

Plaka

2300 ft

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Mount Lycabettus

4900 ft

Tower

Tower of the Winds

3000 ft

Museums

Byzantine and Christian Museum

2900 ft

Museums

Museum of Cycladic Art

2100 ft

Cemetery

Archaeological site of Kerameikos

1.1 mi

Rizari 2

War Museum

3200 ft

Museums

Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum

3400 ft

Kodrou 9 Plaka

Museum of Greek Children's Art

2000 ft

Shopping Area

Attica, The Department Store

2600 ft

Acropolis

Temple of Athena Nike

5100 ft

Events

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

5200 ft

Nearby

Monuments and Landmarks

Arch of Hadrian

1600 ft

Museums

Benaki Museum

2000 ft

Museums

Museum of the City of Athens

1900 ft

Museums

National Historic Museum

1200 ft

Public Building

Hellenic Parliament

300 ft

Museums

The Jewish Museum of Greece

1800 ft

Restaurants

GB Corner

100 ft

Vasileos Georgiou A' 1 Syntagma Square

Tudor Hall

200 ft

3 Vasileos Georgiou A 7th floor of King George

Tzitzikas kai Mermigas

1100 ft

Mitropoleos 12-14 Syntagma

Ethnikon

600 ft

2 Vas. Georgiou A' Constitution Square

Boccanegra

700 ft

Voukourestiou 4

Plaza Lounge

200 ft

Vasileos Georgiou A_ 2 Syntagma Square

Zonars

600 ft

Voukourestiou 9 Voukourestiou 9 & Panepistimiou

Public Cafe

500 ft

1 Karageorgi Servias Str

Upper House

600 ft

Panepistimiou 9 6th floor

Opera Quarta

600 ft

Kriezotou 4 Kolonaki

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Average dining

Noise in the morning

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.5

Location

9.6

Service

8.8

Dining

8.0

4.5/5 based on 4392 review

#8 of 381 hotels in Athens based on Tripadvisor

David

United States of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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.