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About the Hotel

6-8 Mitropoleos Str- 12 Nikis Str, Athens, Greece, 10563
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Close to Syntagma Square
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Positioned within 20 minutes' walk of the Lycabettus Hill|the Mount Lycabettus, the 3-star smoke-free Arethusa Hotel Athens offers an archaeological museum for its guests. Boasting a location just a few steps from Plaka, this Athens hotel features 78 rooms as well as a restaurant and baggage storage.

Location

The hotel is near the entertainment district of Athens, 350 m from the war memorial "Tomb of the Unknown Soldier". Surrounded by hills, the Arethusa Athens is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the neoclassical National Archaeological Museum.

The property is also within a few blocks of Acropolis Hill. The Technopolis of Athens|the Technopolis City of Athens lies 2.2 km away, and Syntagma tube station is in proximity to this hotel.

The Arethusa is located about 700 metres from Monastiraki train station, while Agora bus stop is just 5 minutes' walk away.

Rooms

Some of the non-smoking rooms have a balcony and a terrace, and such facilities as a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a direct dial telephone, along with tea and coffee making equipment. An electric kettle and a refrigerator are also included. Providing a walk-in shower, some bathrooms have bathrobes. Guests are welcome to use a kitchenette with a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator in a double room.

Eat & Drink

You can dine at Odori Vermuteria Di Atene, in the immediate vicinity of the Arethusa Athens.

Leisure & Business

There are also a roof garden and various recreational opportunities on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Ancient Agora, a serene spot steeped in history.
  • Indulge in a traditional moussaka at Ta Kardasia in Plaka.
  • Discover the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market on Sunday mornings.
  • Explore the hidden Byzantine Museum for unique art and culture.
  • Take a sunset stroll through the National Garden for peace.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
3 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Single Room
1 person
155 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double or Twin Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

6-8 Mitropoleos Str- 12 Nikis Str, Athens, Greece, 10563
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6-8 Mitropoleos Str- 12 Nikis Str, Athens, Greece, 10563
Nearby
Monument
Arch of Hadrian
1600 ft
The Plaka
Plaka
1400 ft
Museum
Museum of the City of Athens
1900 ft
Museum
The Jewish Museum of Greece
1000 ft
Museum
National Historic Museum
1600 ft
Kodrou 9 Plaka
Museum of Greek Children's Art
1100 ft
Museum
Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments
1700 ft
Shopping Area
Attica, The Department Store
1600 ft
Restaurants
Koi Sushi Bar
300 ft
1 Apollonos
O Thanasis
2300 ft
Mitropoleos 69 Monastiraki
Aspro Alogo
700 ft
Apollonos & Patroou 4
To Paradosiako
800 ft
44A Voulis Plaka
Pas Mal Cafe
100 ft
6-8 Mitropoleos Syntagma
Dickie Dee
300 ft
Voulis 23
Apollonion Bakery Patisserie
200 ft
Nikis 10 Syntagma
Taqueria Maya Athens
500 ft
10 Petraki Syntagma
En Athines Alexandra
400 ft
Apollonos 1 Syntagma
Pink Flamingo Dim Sum
500 ft
2 Skoufou
Kfc
300 ft
Mitropoloes 3
Getting around
City Centre
Athens12 min  ·  3300 ft
Airports
Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)52 min  ·  21.2 mi
Train
Monastiraki Railway Station9 min  ·  2300 ft
Thissio Railway Station14 min  ·  3700 ft
Underground
Syntagma4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Arethusa Athens serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2008
Number of rooms:
78
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