Arethusa

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Double or Twin Room with Acropolis View | View from room
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Double Room with Balcony | View from room
Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, free minibar items, desk, laptop workspace
Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, free minibar items, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Mitropoleos Str., 6, Athens, Attica, 10563
  • Place, Ermou Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Syntagma Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Acropolis
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room with Acropolis View

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room with Balcony

  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Athens

Located in Athens City Centre, Arethusa is next to popular attractions like Syntagma Square and Ermou Street. This 87-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ermou Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Syntagma Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Acropolis - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parthenon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 5 min drive
  • Syntagma Station - 5 min walk
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Greco's Project - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mikel Coffee Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ella Greek Cooking - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Athena's Cook - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Arethusa

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Arethusa features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include express check-out, local meal delivery service, and a reception hall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, free minibar items, and espresso makers. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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 buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.
Property Registration Number 0206Κ013A0005200

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Arethusa Athens
Arethusa Hotel
Arethusa Hotel Athens
Hotel Arethusa
Arethusa Hotel
Arethusa Athens
Arethusa Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Arethusa?

Arethusa provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Arethusa?

As of Dec 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arethusa on Jan 8, 2026 start from $102.36, excluding 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.

What can I see close to Arethusa?

This hotel is situated in Athens City Centre, just steps from Syntagma Square and Ermou Street, and within a short walk of Acropolis. You'll also find Monastiraki Flea Market and Temple of Olympian Zeus less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Arethusa?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Arethusa include a casino on the premises?

No, Arethusa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Arethusa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Arethusa?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a meal delivery service, a minibar with some free items, and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at Arethusa?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Arethusa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Arethusa serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Does Arethusa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Arethusa.

Are there connecting rooms at Arethusa?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Arethusa?

The closest major airport to Arethusa is Athens Intl. Airport (ATH), which is 20.9 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Arethusa?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy hill or city views.

Arethusa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

khalid, cresskill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location of this hotel. The X95 bus from the airport stops just 5 minutes walking from the hotel. There are plenty of coffee shops, bakeries, restaurants to enjoy a meal near the hotel The room was clean and the staff who work in this hotel are cordial and helpful. I will stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Britt-marie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, great staff & conveniently located and central to coffee shops, restaurants, bars gift shops etc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Breakfast included and very good. But the location is great close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent amenities and great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

laurie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated hotel; staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ELEANOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for the price point
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Included breakfast with lots of options to choose from. Near the shopping mall and metro station for easy access to get around. The 9th floor has a open terrace that overlooks the acropolis on the hill and provides shade in the evenings
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, easy to reach to, excellent breakfast; highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athanassios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great city hotel

Great room, spacious and quiet considering it’s right in town. Very close to the airport bus stop a few minutes walk and Syntagma Square
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amandio

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

The staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wissam

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Björn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reham

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to everything

Close to almost "everything" and still quiet in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was really convenient for public transit and walkable to a lot of dining and attraction. The breakfast was great and the staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Silent in the night but close to everything worth seeing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025