Metropolis Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Athens
About the Hotel
Rooms with Acropolis views
Metropolis Hotel offers 22 rooms across seven categories, including Family, Triple, and Superior Double rooms. The Panorama Family Room (22m^2) has two double beds, a bathtub, and a 20m^2 terrace with Acropolis views. The Triple Room (14m^2) includes a double and single bed with a 10m^2 balcony. All rooms feature Media Strom mattresses, free Wi-Fi (24 Mbps), air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, safes, and slippers. Superior rooms add balconies with Acropolis views and space for baby cots.
Rooftop breakfast terrace
Breakfast (€6 per person) is served daily from 7:00-11:00 on the rooftop terrace with Acropolis views. Options include Greek yogurt, fresh bread, omelets, sausages, cheeses, ham, and coffee. The terrace doubles as a lounge area with panoramic city views.
Central Plaka location
The hotel is in Plaka, 2 blocks from Syntagma Square and the Greek Parliament. The Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum, and Ancient Agora are within a 15-minute walk. Nearby shops sell jewelry and local ceramics. Bus #7 (to Central Station) and the Syntagma Metro station are steps away.
24/7 guest services
Front desk staff assist with luggage storage (free for 3 months), wake-up calls, and customized tours. Taxis are available 24/7. Housekeeping runs from 8:00-14:00. Irons and kettles are provided on request.
Nearby ancient landmarks
Key sites include the Parthenon (500m), Temple of Zeus (500m), and National Archaeological Museum (1.5km). The Evzones guard change at Syntagma Square occurs daily. Day trips to Cape Sounio (coastal drive) or Delphi (180km) can be arranged.
Choose from a variety of room types
Availability and pricing for your selected dates
Tips on navigating the city
Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Patio
- Terrace
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock