The Pool at King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens

"Cosy, classically furnished bedrooms come with smart marble bathrooms; the rooftop suite boasts a private pool and panoramic views"

"Amenities: Pool, Spa View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2005 ›"

"The 1936-founded King George is more intimate and personal than other luxury hotels in the immediate vicinity, but boasts similar antique Belle Epoque decor, a small pool in the fitness centre, and a rooftop restaurant"

"For those who can afford it, the Royal Penthouse Suite is truly decadent, with two bedrooms, a massive terrace, and an infinity pool with unobstructed views of the Acropolis"

"The two-bedroom Royal Penthouse suite comes complete with a private terrace, Jacuzzi and pool all looking onto the Parthenon"

"Guests of this suite enjoy butler service, a limousine, and such added bath amenities as a whirlpool and a steam bath"

"As with the spa, guests can use the indoor swimming pool at The Grande Bretagne"