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Esse Athens

3-star hotel near Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

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A rooftop pool with a view of a historic fort and surrounding buildings.
A modern interior with a black marble floor, a potted plant, a chair, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.
A modern building with a restaurant-bar named "TAYA'S SMILE" at the ground level.
A modern restaurant with a central bar area, booths, and tables.
A modern hotel room with a marble bathroom vanity, a bed with a white headboard, a television mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a railing.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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3 Mpenizelou Palaiologou, Athens, Attica, 10556
  • Place, Acropolis
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Monastiraki Flea Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Syntagma Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Cosy Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a decorative wall panel with mirrors and geometric shapes.

Cosy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apollon Room Street View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of the city.

Apollon Room Street View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Neoclassic Room City View

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a window with a city view.

Neoclassic Room City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room Acropolis View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a balcony with a view of the city, and a small table with a chair.

Deluxe Room Acropolis View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

A balcony with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a view of a historic hill.

Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

A rooftop pool with a view of a historic hilltop fortress.

Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Athens

City center stay.You'll be steps from Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens and within a 10-minute walk of Syntagma Square with a stay at this Athens City Centre hotel. Monastiraki Flea Market and Ancient Agora of Athens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ermou Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Acropolis - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monastiraki Flea Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Syntagma Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Acropolis Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 6 min drive
  • Monastiraki Station - 6 min walk
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Απολλώνια Λύρα (Apollonia Lyra) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Meat The Greek - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Heteroclito - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kayak Pure Magic Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Esse Athens

3-star hotel near Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Esse Athens also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and an elevator.

This 3-star Athens hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Esse Athens offers 20 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Athens hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Accessibility

  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Esse Athens Hotel
Esse Athens Athens
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Esse Athens to the airport?

Esse Athens is 20.9 mi (43-min drive) away from the Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Esse Athens?

As of Nov 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esse Athens on Nov 14, 2026 start from CA $212, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Esse Athens have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Esse Athens.

How close is Esse Athens to the beach?

This hotel is 9.7 mi (28-min drive) from Glyfada's Second Beach and 5.3 mi (18-min drive) from Edem Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Esse Athens offer free breakfast?

Esse Athens offers free full breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Esse Athens?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Esse Athens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Esse Athens?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Esse Athens have a pool?

Esse Athens does not have a pool.

Does Esse Athens have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Esse Athens to downtown Athens?

Esse Athens is 0.3 mi away from Athens.

Esse Athens Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 332 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 332 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 332 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 332 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 332 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Nice room, the hotel is well located!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was located conveniently to shops, restaurants, and historical sites with easy pick up by transfers for tours and taxis.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, beautiful rooms and views. Staff is awesome, personalized service as well. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice hotel, excellent location, just a few minutes walking to the acropolis. The staff were super attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, excellent breakfast, staff was friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed my stay and would return there if I’m ever in Athens again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very friendly and helped me and friend go around the city. The location is walkable to all of the major tourist areas and public transit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location, close to local shops, restaurants, and attractions. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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i liked the location and the breakfast. However there is no pool for everyone. Pool only for suite and hot tubs for special rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location near Plaka. Included breakfast was good. Good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Your front desk team is the best! Helpful, friendly, and especially for foreign travelers, knowledgeable about the city and willing to answer any questions. Would stay again just because of the staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great position. Nice air conditioning. Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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There probably was a mold issue, but they do a good job trying to keep it clean. The staff a very friendly, and helpful. The room itself was pretty nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful and friendly staff. Rooms are a great size, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Esse was very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. The location is in walking distance to tourist attractions, shops and many restaurants. We would definitely return to this hotel when visiting Athens!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really good location if you want to be close the Acropolis. Very nice beds and pillows. High quality rooms. Helpful staff. AC worked well, which was important in the hot days of summer. Overall very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was excellent always available to help and very attentive and the room itself was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is adorable. It’s centrally located, the room is spacious, clean and modern. The staff was extremely sweet and helpful. We absolutely loved it and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice breakfast. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The front desk staff were so helpful and friendly! Would stay here again. Great location. So much to see and do around there
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and lovely staff, great breakfast, clean room, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Nice and clean and excellent location. The stuff is very helpful. The only complaint is that the bathroom needs repairs or update to new equipment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I would highly recommend this boutique hotel. Location was perfect and staff was wonderful. The included breakfast was great. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in Athens.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Esse Athens was great. Staff were wonderful. Breakfast was great. Thanks for a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My wife and I requested a queen rather than a double and we were told it was subject to availability and to our surprise, we got a king bed in a suite! Our room was fantastic including a bottle of wine in our room upon arrival. The customer service was great and our breakfast was delicious two doors down! We would highly recommend as the location could not have been better near so much in such a great area of Athens!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026