Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens

We have been going to this hotel for 30 years, but a recent stay really blew us away because it was better than ever. Yes, hard to believe because it has always been outstanding. With significant renovations and immaculate cleanliness, the extra-ornate interiors are really luxurious throughout. But the real kicker is the fact that the service from every staff member in every department is amazingly exceptional. This tells me that management has done a superlative job of training, emphasizing a fantastic approach to all their clients. Every employee addresses you by name and is not only courteous, but also pleasant with a smile. This property ranks with the Grande Dames of world class hotels such as The George V in Paris, The Dorchester and Ritz in London and The Peninsula in Hong Kong. Of course, some of the rooms are closet-size, but there are some beautiful large suites which are just magnificent - however this does not come cheap; but as I always say : " You get what you pay for ".

My wife and I had a lovely three-night stay at Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens. The location is ideal, in walking distance to most attractions and right next to the metro. It is a busy area for sure, though our room was really quiet. The place is gorgeous inside and out and the common areas feel like a really classy classic museum. Staff is lovely and really attentive, and we got great recognition as Bonvoy elites. Our junior suite was spacious and immaculate. I was most impressed by how well kept and maintained was everything. From floors to walls treatments to the ceiling, the furniture, lighting fixtures and more, I couldn't find anything that was scuffed, scratched, damaged, or dysfunctional, which must be quite difficult to pull off in a large historic property like this. The HVAC was quiet and worked well. We slept great. The rooftop pool and bar area is a lovely place to swim and relax. The GB Roof Garden Restaurant is a really popular place -- for a reason. The breakfast is an expansive, delicious affair. We had one lunch there as well, which was quite fancy. The views are incredible and the service is up to par. If you're visiting Athens and can swing it, stay here, you won't regret it!

Great location! Walking distance to everything, Plaka, Acropolis, restaurants and the best part you can watch the change of guard from your hotel. You can watch it from the rooftop bar or if you have a balcony like we did facing the square. We were here on a Sunday so was able to watch the parade as well. Hotel is gorgeous and luxurious. Staff are amazing especially everyone at the Rooftop bar and cigar lounge. Breakfast was the best Katrina the lead manager and her crew were extremely attentive as we had nut allergies. They were accommodating and everyday they saw us walking in and our coffee was ready. Acropolis view from the rooftop is the best. Catch the best sunset or sunrise. Only downfall was the room service. After a hot day coming to your room at 3pm and still not made was a bummer but we get it, hotel was busy. But days like this you just want to come and shower ! We did get upgraded to the suite which was awesome and spacious. We were supposed to get a butler but didn’t hear from them till the day we left. Overall great location!

Sumptuous experience. Superior location, staff, and setting. Well worth the price for such luxury and once-in-a lifetime trip. If you can, get room 602 as it has a very large veranda with a spectacular view. Bed super comfortable with firm but not hard mattress, soft sheets, and pillows that mold to your head, great water pressure and good hot water. Extra large soaking tub to soak your tired muscles at the end of the day. Huge amount of closet space and the air conditioning kept us comfy and cool during July heat. The tomato tasting menu in The Atrium of Alexanders Lounge was a stunner. Birds-eye view for Changing of the Guard ceremony on Sunday morning, incomparable view of Acropolis for taking photos during sunrise, sunset, and evening. Rooftop restaurant has a very nice breakfast buffet and the staff is so responsive to your every ask and very pleasant and professional. You can pretty much walk anywhere within 20 minutes and for further locations, several hop/on-hop/off bus stops are right across the street.

Beautifully appointed with classic charm the service is top notch. The location could not have been better