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A for Athens vs Semiramis

Both A for Athens and Semiramis are endorsed by experts. On balance, A for Athens is the choice of most professionals compared to Semiramis. A for Athens comes in at #26 in Athens with accolades from 5 publications such as Frommer's, Oyster and Lonely Planet.

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
Semiramis
Semiramis
7 / 10
48 Charilaou Trikoupi Str., Kifisia 14562, Greece
From $117 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Contemporary design hotel on the main plaza of a leafy suburb. Flamboyant colour schemes feature inside and out, and are complemented by vibrant modern furnishings."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This is by far the most stunning of the designer hotels in Athens." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Most objects in the 52 rooms here are amoeba-shaped and electric-ice-cream-colored—because this is Karim Rashid's first hotel, and that is what he does."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This is an ideal base for schmoozing, but not for sightseeing—it’s a 35-minute metro ride from the city center." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"It doesn’t matter how old you are, arriving at this Karim Rashid–designed hotel in the chic Athens suburb of Kifissia is guaranteed to provoke kid-in-a-candy-store glee." Full review
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