Esse Athens

City-center hotel, steps from Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

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Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Terrace/patio
Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Apollon Room Street View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Esse Athens, nestled near the iconic Acropolis, offers a warm welcome with free full breakfast and in-room WiFi. Explore the nearby Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens and Monastiraki Flea Market or unwind at your own pace with laundry facilities on hand.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Espresso maker
  • Elevator
  • Minibar

Room options

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Cosy Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Minibar
Espresso maker
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Apollon Room Street View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Minibar
Espresso maker
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Neoclassic Room City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Minibar
Espresso maker
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room Acropolis View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Minibar
Espresso maker
Satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private outdoor hot tub
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private outdoor hot tub
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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3 Mpenizelou Palaiologou, Athens, Attica, 10556

What's nearby

  • Acropolis - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monastiraki Flea Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Syntagma Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Acropolis Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 43 min drive
  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 6 min drive
  • Agioi Anargyroi Station - 10 min drive
  • Nikaia-Agios Ioannis Rentis Station - 11 min drive
  • Monastiraki Station - 6 min walk
  • Akropoli Station - 8 min walk
  • Syntagma Station - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Υδρία (Ydria) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eat at Milton's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ciel Acro Espresso Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Γιασεμί - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Απολλώνια Λύρα (Apollonia Lyra) - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Esse Athens

Esse Athens offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Acropolis and Ermou Street. Free perks include WiFi and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Syntagma Square and Monastiraki Flea Market are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Monastiraki Station is 6 minutes and Akropoli Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Esse Athens Hotel
Esse Athens Athens
Esse Athens Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Does Esse Athens offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Esse Athens does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Esse Athens?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Esse Athens?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Esse Athens.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Esse Athens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Esse Athens and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (3-min walk) and Acropolis (4-min walk), along with Monastiraki Flea Market (6-min walk) and Syntagma Square (7-min walk).

What's the area around Esse Athens like?

Esse Athens is in Athens City Centre, a short 6-minute walk from Monastiraki Station and 4 minutes' walk from Acropolis.

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Reviews

Esse Athens Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a gourmet experience with a good selection and made to order options. (32 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. So close to restaurants and nice shops.
Todd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Positive

Amazing- friendly, delicious breakfast, nice decor, great location.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, good breakfast, excelent personal, good shopping around and restaurantes
Violeta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely boutique hotel in Athens

First class operation. Great location and extremely helpful staff (Costas). Well appointed rooms. Out street side room was very quiet. The restaurant recommended by Costas was excellent.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Door Athens restaurant (4 minute walk) was recommended by the staff. Great choice, amazing views of the acropolis.
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay - fabulous staff, convenient location! Hands down, I would definitely stay at Esse Athens again!
Lisa, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best for couples

Amazing service and location. Breakfast the best !
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here!

This place is wonderful-- amazing facilities with even better staff. The front desk folks are some of the best we have met on our travels. Thank you for a great stay! Also-- the breakfast space and options were far beyond our expectations. Nice touch!
Elvin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel muy limpio en muy buen lugar la habitación muy agradable y moderna Muy bien ubicado en el centro de la ciudad
Carlos, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a clean and unique hotel. Walkable to many shops and restaurants. The staff was great!
Laci, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best location and staff. Everyone was so kind and helpful at all times.
Garnik, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Noisy neighbours a couple of nights but other than that a great hotel. Great location great staff.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous

We had a fabulous experience here. The two girls at the front desk were absolutely amazing. The service was impeccable. Our room was clean. Breakfast was great and so very central to everything loved it.
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love the location and the breakfast was so delicious. I would highly recommend this property.
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very convenient
Steve, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel very central helpful staff
michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A modern hotel with a tiny lobby and elevator. Rooms are compact but comfortable, nice linens and towels. Friendly staff, ready to provide assistance and recommendations for local restaurants.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Great place, location. Staff wonderful!
Dennis, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice property. Excellent staff, very helpful and friendly. Accommodations very nice, but images on-line did not accurately depict room with balcony.
Gregory, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect location. Comfortable rooms. Helpful staff at reception. Clean hotel.
Luisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the staff (Virginia, Matina,Nora). Helpful with all things Athens. Room comfy, shower fantastic. Great breakfast.
Deborah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved this hotel. The extras you get at this hotel were amazing (toothbrushes, shaving kits, slippers, and Luffa’s all to take with you) Location was perfect walkable to Acropolis. Staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel restaurant was not open yet, so we had breakfast at the restaurant a few doors down it was delicious!
Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A fabulous location that allows you to walk just about everywhere. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast at the nearby restaurant was excellent.
Lorraine A, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel,close to everything
Jorge, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A good hotel with really helpful staf. One thing the room smelled musty And the water from the shower leaks into the room. Would have given it 5 stars if not for those items. Great location.
Robin, 2-night trip