“Classic luxury meets 21st-century style at this Athens Grand Dame. Dignified and charming, with great rooftop pool and contemporary rooms. Some rooms have views of the Acropolis. Not super central so good rates, and in upmarket, quiet residential area.”
“Classic luxury meets 21st-century style at this Athens Grand Dame. Dignified and charming, with great rooftop pool and contemporary rooms. Some rooms have views of the Acropolis. Not super central so good rates, and in upmarket, quiet residential area.”
Hotel Review
Kolonaki is where Athens' hautes bourgeoises go for coffee and patisserie or smart after-dinner drinks. The St George has presided over the neighbourhood for more than 50 years, and its dignified charm has been enhanced by a recent makeover to keep it competitive with upstart rivals. It has lost none of its style, but the rooftop pool is still its biggest selling point – along with very attractive rates, considering what you get for the money. Go for a south-facing room with a balcony overlooking the Acropolis.
Written by Robin Gauldie
Recommended For
- City Style
- In the city's most exclusive neighbourhood, with excellent views of the Acropolis from the sleek rooms and hip rooftop bar
- Luxury
- The hotel sets itself apart by offering unique amenities including a cinema, art gallery and yoga sessions
- Museums
- The Cycladic Museum, the Byzantine Museum and the National Gallery are all walking distance
- Designer Shopping
- The Kolonaki neighbourhood is packed with designer boutiques and exclusive stores almost impossible to resist
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotels Full Moon nights and Sunday brunches are worth hanging around for
- Yoga
- Enjoy yoga classes on request from the in house spa and fitness centre
- Child friendly
- Babysitting services are available
- Lively
- Roof terrace
- Wedding license
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Cinema
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Good wine list
- Spa
- Grand Hotel
- Restaurant
- Artworks
- Gym
- Pet friendly
- Disabled access
- Wellbeing
- Contemporary
- Charming
- Romantic
- Secluded setting
Facilities
- Views
- Enjoy a drink with panoramic views from both the rooftop bar and Le Grand Balcon restaurant
- Child friendly
- Babysitting services are available
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna/Steam
- Bar
- Roof terrace
- Wedding license
- Car not required
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Walking distance restaurants
- Good wine list
- Outdoor dining
- Cinema
- Internet
- Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
- Business Centre
- Cots available
- Massage
- Library
- Personal shoppers
- Sit-out Terrace
- Hot Tub
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Gym
- Pet friendly
- Room service
- Disabled access
- Parking
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Safe
- Bath robes
Activities
- Museums
- The Cycladic Museum, the Byzantine Museum and the National Gallery are all walking distance
- Designer Shopping
- The Kolonaki neighbourhood is packed with designer boutiques and exclusive stores almost impossible to resist
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotels Full Moon nights and Sunday brunches are worth hanging around for
- Yoga
- Enjoy yoga classes on request from the in house spa and fitness centre
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Why do people love staying in your hotel? Breathtaking views of Acropolis and the rest of the city, friendly staff, cosy, family atmosphere. What is there to do in the area? Shopping at exclusive designer boutiques close by, forest walks at Lycabettus Hill, trendy sidewalk cafes and bars, all sorts of dining options walking distance, 15 art galleries within 5 minutes walking distance, museums close by, open air cinema What kind of breakfast do you offer? American buffet breakfast, traditional Greek breakfast with local products, breakfast in bed, Champagne breakfast, Low calorie breakfast. Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Lunch, Spa lunch (light & healthy menu), Brunch, Special themed menus, aperitifs & greek “mezedes," finger food, gourmet dinners. Which are your most popular room types, and why? Acropolis view rooms
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St George Lycabettus
One of the top luxury boutique stays in Athens, centrally located in posh Kolonaki, with views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. The hotel sets itself apart by offering unique amenities including a cinema, art gallery and yoga sessions.
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