Pros
- Convenient, central location near the Acropolis Museum and Herodeion Ancient Theater
- Warm, friendly, community vibe with a sports bar, a cafe/restaurant, and karaoke nights
- Clean, spacious apartments that are a great value for long stays
- Walking tours available
- Laundromat on-stie
- Free Wi-Fi and breakfast
- Free on-site parking
- Computers for guests' use
Cons
- Can get noisy with bar crowd and busy street activity outside
- Wi-Fi can be spotty in some rooms
- Rooms are dated and drab
Bottom Line
A centrally located, budget hotel with low rates, Athens Studios offers apartments with kitchens that can sleep from two to six people, studio style rooms and the new addition of lofts. Its sports bar and Fish Cafe provide a nice balance between privacy and
community. Located within yards of the Acropolis metro station and a 10-minute walk to Syntagma Square, it's hard to beat the area for convenience and activity.
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Allowed
Scene
Clean, close-knit community with two bars and a cafe/restaurant
Run by Australian transplants, Athens Studios is homey and
welcoming (albeit no-frills), and is comprised of newly renovated lofts, studios, and apartments smack in the heart of Athens near the Acropolis Museum, with a sports bar, cafe, and Laundromat. The ouzo and beer flow in the lively bar, which, like the Fish Cafe, has indoor and outdoor
seating, some of which is communal bench-style. The bar and cafe are
lined with potted plants and trees, along with a few colorful paintings.
Rooms are sparsely furnished and decorated in IKEA style, but everything -- even
the Laundromat -- is kept immaculately clean. The lobby includes a bright bookshelf
and two desktop computers for guests' use.
Location
Central location within easy access of all parts of the city
Surrounded by shops and restaurants, Athens Studios is as
central as it gets. It's within walking distance of several attractions, and the bus and metro are practically right outside the door. The Acropolis Museum, Plaka, and Herodeion Ancient Theater, Hadrians Arch, and Temple of Zeus
are two minutes away on foot, and it’s a five-minute walk to the National Gardens, a 10-minute
walk to Syntagma Square, and 15 minutes to Lycabettus Hill. The beach is within a 20-minute tram ride. The stop for the Airport Express Bus is within 10 minutes of the Studios, and the trip takes about 35 minutes.
Rooms
Lofts, Studios, and apartments with kitchens -- but all are bare-bones
The rooms range from lofts to self-contained apartments. The lofts are a new addition after the recent renovations. The studios each have a small sink, mini-fridge, kettle, dishes, a hot plate, and a private, tiny bathroom with toilet, sink, and stand-in shower. The family
studios are spacious with large queen-size beds, kitchenettes, wardrobes, couches,
flat-screen TVs, small kitchen tables, and small bathrooms. They also have spacious, private balconies with small tables and chairs. The four- and
six-person apartments are large but each has bunk beds packed into one
room with a separate kitchen with a microwave, and a TV and lounge area. All rooms
have an air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and include a continental breakfast at
the cafe.
Features
Fun bar and cafe, breakfast, and plenty of help in getting around -- little else
A continental breakfast, which includes fruit and cereal, is included in the room rate, and the sports bar and cafe open up early and stay open late, serving sandwiches, cocktails, and hot chocolate. There is an
attached Backpackers’ hotel with rooftop bar offering great views of the city.
The apartments are self-contained with small kitchenettes and coffee/tea-making
facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. There
is an attached Laundromat, luggage storage area, and computers and books for guests' use, along with a walking tour available and a reception area staffed 24 hours a day. They have also added a wine tasting bar.
Scene
Clean, close-knit community with two bars and a cafe/restaurant
Run by Australian transplants, Athens Studios is homey and
welcoming (albeit no-frills), and is comprised of newly renovated lofts, studios, and apartments smack in the heart of Athens near the Acropolis Museum, with a sports bar, cafe, and Laundromat. The ouzo and beer flow in the lively bar, which, like the Fish Cafe, has indoor and outdoor
seating, some of which is communal bench-style. The bar and cafe are
lined with potted plants and trees, along with a few colorful paintings.
Rooms are sparsely furnished and decorated in IKEA style, but everything -- even
the Laundromat -- is kept immaculately clean. The lobby includes a bright bookshelf
and two desktop computers for guests' use.
Location
Central location within easy access of all parts of the city
Surrounded by shops and restaurants, Athens Studios is as
central as it gets. It's within walking distance of several attractions, and the bus and metro are practically right outside the door. The Acropolis Museum, Plaka, and Herodeion Ancient Theater, Hadrians Arch, and Temple of Zeus
are two minutes away on foot, and it’s a five-minute walk to the National Gardens, a 10-minute
walk to Syntagma Square, and 15 minutes to Lycabettus Hill. The beach is within a 20-minute tram ride. The stop for the Airport Express Bus is within 10 minutes of the Studios, and the trip takes about 35 minutes.
Rooms
Lofts, Studios, and apartments with kitchens -- but all are bare-bones
The rooms range from lofts to self-contained apartments. The lofts are a new addition after the recent renovations. The studios each have a small sink, mini-fridge, kettle, dishes, a hot plate, and a private, tiny bathroom with toilet, sink, and stand-in shower. The family
studios are spacious with large queen-size beds, kitchenettes, wardrobes, couches,
flat-screen TVs, small kitchen tables, and small bathrooms. They also have spacious, private balconies with small tables and chairs. The four- and
six-person apartments are large but each has bunk beds packed into one
room with a separate kitchen with a microwave, and a TV and lounge area. All rooms
have an air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and include a continental breakfast at
the cafe.
Features
Fun bar and cafe, breakfast, and plenty of help in getting around -- little else
A continental breakfast, which includes fruit and cereal, is included in the room rate, and the sports bar and cafe open up early and stay open late, serving sandwiches, cocktails, and hot chocolate. There is an
attached Backpackers’ hotel with rooftop bar offering great views of the city.
The apartments are self-contained with small kitchenettes and coffee/tea-making
facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. There
is an attached Laundromat, luggage storage area, and computers and books for guests' use, along with a walking tour available and a reception area staffed 24 hours a day. They have also added a wine tasting bar.
Best Rates
Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Business Center
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Concierge
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Full Kitchen
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Pets Allowed
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Poolside Drink Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Supervised Kids Activities
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Swim-Up Bar
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