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Royal Olympic vs A for Athens

Royal Olympic Hotel and A for Athens are both endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, A for Athens ranks marginally better than Royal Olympic Hotel. A for Athens comes in at #26 in Athens with endorsements from 5 publications like Frommer's, Oyster and Lonely Planet.

Royal Olympic
Royal Olympic
7 / 10
Athanasiou Diakou 28-34, Athens 11743, Greece
From $143 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Tastefully decorated (marble, wood, and bronze) with clean, decent-size rooms and bathrooms, and there's a breathtaking city and Acropolis view from its top-floor restaurant." Full review
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For Acropolis views request a room above the third floor.
Star Service Star Service
"Opposite the Temple of Jupiter and a large park pocked with ongoing archaeological excavations, this family-run hotel is a 10-minute walk from Syntagma Square and the Acropolis." Full review
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Guests can also choose among a selection of suites.
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The 264-room Royal Olympic Hotel is a classically designed luxury hotel set amid Athens' historic treasures." Full review
A for Athens
A for Athens
8 / 10
Miaouli 2 - 4, Athens 10554, Greece
From $107 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The hotel has basic services but the rooms are spacious, bright and immaculate; its location is super convenient and the views are awesome. It's a wonderful new arrival." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"A value choice for travelers who want to be in the midst of everything -- it's a five-minute walk to the nightlife of Psirri, Monastiraki, and Plaka." Full review
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A popular nightlife spot for non-hotel guests, it also also adds noise.
Fodor's Fodor's
"A restored 1960s building with minimalist rooms with wood floors and all the modern amenities (including both air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi)." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This hotel is centrally located in the Greek capital, above scenic and bustling Monastiraki Square, and a favourite among locals for its rooftop bar with staggering views of the Acropolis." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Modern but simple, A for Athens makes a good, central base right above Monastiraki's central square." Full review