The Best hotels in Koukaki, Athens

Acropolis view from KoukakiFlickr user Robert Wallace

Next to Makrigianni and just a few blocks south of Plaka and the throbbing tourist heart of Athens, Koukaki is one of the city neighbourhoods that benefited most from the greening and pedestrianisation of the city centre – without being overrun by tourism. You'll find some of the best hotels in Koukaki on residential streets and little tree-shaded squares that are peaceful (by local standards) and dotted with pleasant small cafés, restaurants and street-food joints peddling favourite local snacks like tyropitta (cheese pastries) and giros. There's plenty of green space on Filopappou Hill, and you can walk to sights including the Acropolis and its museum and the Temple of Olympian Zeus in a matter of minutes. When it's time to go, Syngrou-Fix station has metro trains to the airport.

The Best hotels in Koukaki, Athens

For seeing the ancient sights

NLH Fix

  • NLH Fix is in the shadow of the Acropolis, so it's the perfect base for exploring ancient Athens. Stay in self-catering suites or smart modern rooms. Buzzy Plaka is next door.
  • Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel is all about location. This elegant neoclassical mansion offers charm and elegance with walking distance of the city's great sights, and the Metro is on your doorstep for a fast transfer to and from the airport.

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  • NLH Fix Athens (Koukaki) 13 rooms from CA$186

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    Families  -  With suites designed to accommodate families and additional services for children available, this hotel is great for parents
    Local exploring  -  Situated at the foot of the Acropolis with great transport links, this hotel is the perfect base for local exploring
    City Style  -  With its focus on local culture, this hotel is a great way to discover Athenian style
    Sights nearby  -  Visit the Acropolis, an ancient citadel containing buildings of great archaeological significance visible from the hotel
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    This new Athens hotel sits at the foot of the Acropolis in Koukaki. Located in the city's cultural hub, the hotel offers bright, modern rooms with COCO-MAT beds and marble bathrooms. Suites offer a self-catering kitchenette while the attic room boasts a pretty private terrace. A smart city stay. See More

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  • Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel Athens (Makriyanni) 23 rooms from CA$183

    Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel
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    Local exploring  -  Located just a few steps from the Acropolis and Plaka, and adjacent to the new Acropolis museum — a very convenient stay
    Museums  -  The Acropolis Museum is just few steps away — this is an extensive and very well curated museum worthy of a few visits
    Boutique  -  With just 22 rooms, unique design, and personalised service — this is a charming boutique stay
    Value chic  -  With a spectacular location and smart boutique style, you are getting a lot for your money here
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    Set in central Athens, the Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel offers chic accommodation with a smart traditional feel. The property exudes an air of elegance with antiques and artworks adorning the walls. With a prime central location this is a great city spot! See More

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Written by Robin Gauldie

posted Wednesday, 6th May 2020