Hotels Near Church of the Holy Fathers-Metohio of Xenophontos Monastery in North Athens

Good things- staff were all fantastic from reception, (couldn’t have been more helpful!) to cleaner(apart from the so called lifeguard!!) The rooms and hotel was spotless- cleaners were lovely and did an awesome job It’s near to Olympic stadium There’s a shopping mall and a few shops ( great bakery for breakfast ) Free minibar!!! Bad things- quite a way from Athens. Although the tram is a couple of minutes walk and can get Ubers so not a big problem, The pool- great but can’t get near it on Sundays! Was told by the lifeguard that the one sunbed left of only 20 was going to be used by the “owner” and no one was to use it. However the “owner” turned out to be local Greek people with kids, as was the rest of the pool and area! At one point there were 40 kids in a tiny pool, dive bombing and water pistols - I had to tell a few off s as it was getting dangerous and the so called “lifeguard” was too busy waiting on the mum’s and serving them. If someone was in trouble there is no way the lifeguard would have even seen let alone get to them when he was in the bar!! He didn’t bother with the paying guests. It seemed not very good that we were paying £170 a night to use the facilities and locals seem to just walk in and take over meaning you can’t actually use the facilities! You’re paying for while others get it free! Overall the hotel was clean, quiet and staff brilliant, great if you are going to a concert at the stadium as only a 20 min walk, pool scenario let it down! I would just avoid going there on a Sunday!

We chose to return 2 years later and stay longer because this Hotel ticks all the boxes. The location is ideal as more than a few hundred shops including lots of very memorable restaurants are within easy walking distance. The Hotel is not too big or small so the very friendly and helpful staff will always have time to meet your needs. The cleaning staff are very efficient, thorough and may learn your routine so you may have your rooms cleaned while you are out or enjoying your breakfast in the dining room. The breakfast is not a full blown buffet but should easily satisfy all but the pickiest of eaters. We did not tire of the variety even after 3 weeks and enjoyed every visit. The front desk staff even helped us by organising some day tours that were outstanding. Some notice of these requests would be required though, it shows how versatile they can be. This Hotel we consider to be our home away from home, with fresh air and exceptionally quiet rear facing rooms, perfect mattress etc. It is the ideal gateway to Athens. Note: Taxis are all cheap and newish now. Eating out is great value with amazing quality and variety. OMG you will love it!!!

The location proved to be quite convenient, offering easy access to both business hubs and leisure attractions. The proximity to major business centers made my work-related commutes hassle-free, allowing me to focus on my professional obligations without the stress of navigating through the city's traffic. Additionally, the hotel's amenities and services catered perfectly to my business needs, providing a conducive environment for productivity. What sets the accommodation apart is its ability to seamlessly blend business with leisure, making it an ideal choice for ”bleisure” travelers like myself. After a long day of meetings, I was able to unwind and explore the city's cultural landmarks, thanks to the hotel's central location. Whether it was enjoying a leisurely stroll through nearby parks or experiencing the vibrant local cuisine, Athens Downtown Residences served as the perfect home base for my dual-purpose trip.

I stayed at the Victory Inn in for 5 days in April 2023as a solo traveller. The hotel was comfortable, clean and quiet. The reception staff were all very friendly and helpful. Room service was excellent - it was good to be able to have a cup of tea or a beer after a hard day's sightseeing. The hotel is about 10 minutes walk from Victoria metro station and once I had got my bearings it was easy to find. When I first arrived it was 11 at night and a taxi from the metro was only 5 euros. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for good value accommodation in Athens.

This hotel is in the Kifissia area of northern Athens, surrounded by the rich area of Athens, the living facilities are more convenient, the supermarket is downstairs, and the hotel is 50 meters around, but the taste is average for the Chinese. Hotel facilities are the domestic express hotel grade. If the budget is limited and the luxury is not pursued, this hotel is still good, and the basic supplies are available. Foreign hotels do not have toothpaste and toothbrushes, and prepare them when you come. The hotel staff is not bad, can't say enthusiasm, but you open your mouth, still willing to help you, English communication is no problem. Don't come here if you don't have money, it's a bit far from the airport.

The Semiramis was such a wonderful surprise! I've been to Athens many times, but brought my friend this time, who's never been. My friend's one requirement was a great pool area, so after searching all of the Marriott properties in the Athens area, I ended up selecting this one. From check-in to check-out and everything in between, this hotel proved to be excellent. The Semiramis is an unusual and eclectic hotel, but manages to feel high-end and stylish. If you stay here, you have to love pink! The incredible pool area was the highlight. There are so many places to lie out and plenty of opportunity to get sun or shade. William, the server, was absolutely amazing! He couldn't do enough for us and he was so sweet! We still talk about him and miss his kindness. There is also a great fitness center. It was surprisingly well-equipped for a hotel of this smaller size. Breakfast was included in my rate, but this was the only disappointment. The food was not very appetizing and there wasn't a varied selection. But breakfast was brightened up by the amazing William! Reception staff were all so kind and helpful. The rooms are fun and super comfortable. My room was immaculately clean and the cleaning lady was so lovely! The small balcony in even the basic room was very welcome. I really appreciated the wine and welcome note left for me by management. This hotel is located in Kifissia, which itself is a cute area to shop and eat. We went into Athens each night for dinner and it was a cheap and easy 20 minute Uber ride. This hotel is a great and affordable option for people who want to visit Athens, but not pay the exorbitant costs of the city hotels in the summer. I absolutely loved this hotel and will definitely be back.

Stayed for 5 nights, the location is perfect as there is a metro station right outside the hotel, which will take you to most of the major tourist sites. The hop on hop off bus stops right outside the hotel also, so if you are a tourist it's easy to get around from the hotel. As four ladies alone, we felt very safe and would get taxi's to and from hotel to go out in the evenings, which the helpful staff are happy to book for you. The breakfast is brilliant with lots of choices so you never get bored. We stayed in a standard room which was small but perfectly formed, with lovely decor and all the amenities you will need. The best thing about this hotel is the amazing rooftop pool, bar and restaurant. Our taxi driver from the airport told us it was amazing and many locals will go there particularly at the weekends. Staff are so friendly especially Denisa our lovely waitress, food and drinks are varied and very nice. I would stay here again if I'm coming to Athens.

Just finished our trip in Greece. We stayed in Kifissia, in this beautiful and lovely hotel. Everyone was always kind and helpful from the start to the finish. Both my husband and my kids loved it. Reception was always smiling and answering our questions without a doubt.Panagiotis and Marita, lovely people. Restaurant was magnificent and the food/drinks were lovely. We spend most of our time with Giannis and Konstantina on the afternoon . Both of them were always very kind and quick to our needs and orders,even though their plate was always full with people. They give the restaurant what it needs. We also spent a little time with another waiter, I believe his name was Stavros or something similar. He was the opposite of what the previous waiters were and that kind of ruined our experience in the restaurant.He was also rude sometimes both to us and his fellow coworkers. The housekeeping ladies were full of love and kindness and our rooms were always clean. Overall 4.9/5 experience. We will sure return again.

#Praise# for the room lighting, mosquito control measures, room size, cost-effective, location, security satisfaction; the room is very clean, the stay is very convenient, the lighting is very good, very close to the Acropolis, the reception brother is very handsome, the service is very thoughtful, really good, next time I come to continue to live here.

The room is large, about 100 square meters, and you can cook and eat. Because I was not familiar with it at first, I took a lot of unnecessary steps before I found the supermarket. After getting familiar with it, I discovered that there are several supermarkets within 5 minutes, some big and some small. Just not open on Sundays. It is very convenient to take a taxi to the city center, the beach or Piraeus Port, and the most expensive taxi fare is only 10 euros. The boss was super nice and gave us baskets of fresh oranges for juice. Highly recommended.