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Esse Athens

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

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Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Terrace/patio
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
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Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 734
AED 837 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

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Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Terrace/patio

Maison Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private outdoor hot tub
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Apollon Room Street View

Highlights

Smart TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room Acropolis View

Highlights

Smart TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Neoclassic Room City View

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Minibar
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub | Terrace/patio

Esse Acropolis Suite with Balcony and Hot tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private outdoor hot tub
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Cosy Room

Highlights

Smart TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 Mpenizelou Palaiologou, Athens, Attica, 10556

What's nearby

  • Acropolis - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Monastiraki Flea Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Syntagma Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Acropolis Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 6 min drive
  • Monastiraki Station - 6 min walk
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Υδρια - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Γιασεμί - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eat At Milton's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Αναφιώτικα - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Centrale - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Esse Athens

Hotel near Acropolis
Located close to Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens and Monastiraki Flea Market, Esse Athens provides free full breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at Esse Athens feature thoughtful touches such as bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Greek

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Esse Athens Hotel
Esse Athens Athens
Esse Athens Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Is Esse Athens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Esse Athens?

As of 26 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esse Athens on 31 March 2025 start from $204.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Esse Athens?

Esse Athens doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Esse Athens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Esse Athens?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Esse Athens located?

Located in Athens City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens and Acropolis. Monastiraki Flea Market and Syntagma Square are also within 10 minutes. Monastiraki Station is 6 minutes by foot and Akropoli Station is 8 minutes.

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Esse Athens Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel,close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fay the manager was súper friendly, the location, the Room, the view and the staff was amazing! For Sure this is one of the best option to stay in athens! Five of five stars review!

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Boutique hotel- totally updated - near everything. Staff was so helpful with restaurant and site seeing recommendations. Shopping close by - easy walk to Acropolis and great cafes and restaurants. Would go back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Quirin Johann Nepomuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern room, friendly staff, great location in the Plaka district. We had a great time at the Esse Hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern property, friendly staff, steps away from shopping and sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything fresh and new. Excellent staff and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Your hospitality made our stay memorable and your kindness made all the difference. My wife and I Thank you and your staff for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Praveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This propery is newly renovated and is good
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for this new hotel between Plakas and Minostiraki. Staff couldnt be friendlier and was a trememndous source of information. Would go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply Amazing
Amazing staff and place to stay….so friendly and interested in your daily activities and what you went to….,
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel in great spot for exploring all the main sites. Would definitely recommend and visit again! Staff very helpful and breakfast at nearby bar (literally 30 second walk!) very good! Thanks to Fay and the team!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaswinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff led by manager Fay Giannopoulos were welcoming and very obliging. The location and modern, spacious, well appointed rooms were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Esse Athens. The staff was very friendly and very accommodating. The complimentary breakfast was amazing. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Stay in Athens
What an amazing stay! The hotel is brand new and perfect! All the staff were very helpful and did everything possible to make sure you had an amazing time. The manager was delightful! Incredible location.. everything is close and walkable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Faine balinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated in a lovely scenic spot where the back of the acropolis can be seen. Walking distance to and from the centre is great. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Hopefully this place is completed soon so that breakfast, dinner etc can be enjoyed on site. Will definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every single person that works here was very helpful, kind and hospitable. It was like making a friend not just someone doing a job. Very clean and comfortable property. Very accessible to tourist attractions and lots of shopping and dining options. Unsure what to do they will help set you up with all you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDRES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A new small hotel, very wwll placed at la plaka, everything at walking distance. Dmitry atbfrontbdesk an Fya (manager) were there for everything breckfast in a place steps from hotel was amazing! Great people and place! 10 out of 10

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Esse Hotel is 10/10
Fantastic experience from start to finish. The rooms were spacious, modern, and immaculately clean. What truly made our stay memorable was the manager on site. Not only was she attentive and welcoming, but she went above and beyond to show us around, ensuring we knew all the amenities and highlights of the room. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed at Esse hotel in the Plaka neighborhood for 3 days/2nights during the 1st part of our trip to Greece. It is a small hotel with a small lobby and tiny elevator but the service here is tremendous! If you are looking for a boutique hotel experience, this will not disappoint. The room itself is not big but it is well designed with luxurious features and thoughtful touches. Everything worked perfectly from the motorized blinds to excellent hot water and strong water pressure. Our room had a nice private balcony with an adjustable heat hot tub that is kept warm and has terrific view of the Acropolis. The neighborhood is very walkable to nearby attractions and their included breakfast is at an amazing restaurant around the corner. Highly recommend Esse for great accommodations in Athens.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly, highly recommend this hotel! The staff gave us a very good first impression. Mattina met us with a huge warm smile. Andreas and Nick were always welcoming and accommodating. The area is quiet but two short blocks either direction and you are either on your way to the Acropolis or in the middle of souvenir shopping in the Monastiraki square. Syntagma is 10 mins away, and you have rooftops bars within 5 mins walking distance. No need to rent a car. Monastiraki train station is about 10 mins away, Syntagma station about 15 mins. That is if one does not get distracted by the souvernir shops. It’s a boutique hotel so no big lobby and no pool but the whole building is very clean. Housekeeping can clean the room everyday if that’s your choice. Toiletries were more than adequate, I barely had to use the ones I packed. The room on the small side but more than enough for two. The beds were comfortable. They do not have a dining area and breakfast was in a restaurant around the corner, so not a buffet. But the food was healthy, delicious, and the portions were generous. Will definitely stay at Esse Athens the next time we visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location of the hotel is fantastic. The hotel itself has been only open for a short period of time. The room and the bathroom updated and modern. Fay the hotel manager and staff were incredibly helpful and helping us make accommodations for future travel. She was very attentive and went over beyond in service. I would highly recommend this hotel and we will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazingly and very helpful. Love Faye she is awesome! It’s a rather new hotel so everything was shiny and new. Looking forward to a return visit to Athens and we will be booking at this hotel again. Perfect location as it it within walking distance to many places for sightseeing and shopping!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ESSE is Essential in Athens!
Hotel and staff are 5stars! Fay is an INCREDIBLE Manager amd Hostess and made sure we were having the best time and that our travel arrangement for ferries were executed to perfection. The rooms are clean, comfortable and modern (brand new) but the staff exceeded all expectations! Location is perfection in Plaka! 5⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Srividhya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. Stayed here Sept, 2024. Great location, walking distance to Acropolis and other monuments. Friendly staff, best customer service, went extra miles to make sure everything went well, even got breakfast at night since we were leaving early next morning. Included great breakfast at restaurant next door. Well kept rooms. Unique shower stall with 2 sets of showers & a electrically heated towel warmer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Esse has only been open for a couple of weeks and as such does not yet have a restaurant or bar. They still need to do some modifications so the shower doesn’t leak water unto the bathroom floor. The staff was friendly and helpful. The property is well located in the Plaka so there are plenty of shops and restaurants all around. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024