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King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens vs Plaka Hotel

Both properties are endorsed by professionals. Overall, King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Plaka Hotel. King George, A Luxury Collection Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 87 with praise from 11 reviews like Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler and Michelin Guide.

King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
8 / 10
3 Vasileos Georgiou A' St., Syntagma Square, Athens 10564, Greece
From $384 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Luxurious converted mansion set in Syntagma Square. Cosy, classically furnished bedrooms come with smart marble bathrooms; the rooftop suite boasts a private pool and panoramic views."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Next door to the beautiful Grande Bretagne, the King George II is another of Athens's great historical hotels, opulent and classy." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"If obvious opulence is what you crave, this has the works."
Fodor's Fodor's
"One of the most historic and luxurious hotels in Athens, the King George Palace has reopened its doors after an extensive renovation. Probably the best hotel in town." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Neoclassical hotel with 102 individually decorated rooms, in the center of Athens, just off Constitution Square." Full review
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Plaka Hotel
Plaka Hotel
8 / 10
7, Kapnikareas & Mitropoleos Street, Plaka/Syntagma, Athens 10556, Greece
From $115 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This hotel is popular with Greeks, who prefer its modern conveniences to the old-fashioned charms of most other hotels in the area." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Comfortable... the guest rooms in this charming, central hotel are a comfortable place to rest while in the heart of old Athens." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This comfortable, contemporary, tourist-class hotel is a great deal for sightseers in search of centrality without forking over too many euros per night." Full review
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There are no suites or connecting rooms here, and the best rooms to request are those recently renovated or the panoramic Acropolis Double rooms with small scenic balconies.
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"In an excellent location for sightseeing... the rooftop lounge is the highlight of the hotel with its comfortable seating and stunning views of the Acropolis." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Perfect for visitors to Athens who want to do the sights without any fuss, Plaka offers comfortable, modern rooms and an open-air rooftop bar, close to the Acropolis." Full review
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