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The Modernist Athens

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly Athens hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Athens National Gallery
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Rooftop terrace
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XLarge Acropolis view with Hot tub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
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Deluxe Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Ioanni Gennadiou 4, Athens, Attica, 11521
  • Place, Mount Lycabettus
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Athens Concert Hall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Syntagma Square
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    ‪26 min drive‬
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, Balcony

  • 581 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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XLarge Acropolis view with Hot tub | Terrace/patio

XLarge Acropolis view with Hot tub

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Triple Room, Balcony

  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Athens

Located in Athens City Centre, The Modernist Athens is adjacent to Athens National Gallery and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Mount Lycabettus. This 38-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Centrally located in Athens, the hotel is connected to the convention center and also a short walk from Benaki Museum and Athens Concert Hall.

What's nearby

  • Mount Lycabettus - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Athens Concert Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Panathenaic Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Syntagma Square - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Evangelismos Station - 4 min walk
  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 6 min drive
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Βασίλαινας - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪CV Distiller - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffe Italiano - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Modernist Athens

Pet-friendly Athens hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Athens National Gallery
At The Modernist Athens, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of discounted offsite parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 51 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
43-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Minibars, espresso makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 25 per day); discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Modernist Cafe
  • The Modernist Roof Garden

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Books
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable tableware
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 51 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 51 (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.
Property Registration Number 1175293

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

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.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Modernist
The Modernist Athens Hotel
The Modernist Athens Athens
The Modernist Athens Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Modernist Athens?

The Modernist Athens offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Modernist Athens?

This hotel is situated in Athens City Centre within a short 18-minute walk of Syntagma Square and also 18 minutes on foot from Ermou Street. You'll also find Acropolis and Temple of Olympian Zeus within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Modernist Athens?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for EUR 25 per day (discounts available).

Does The Modernist Athens feature a casino at the property?

No, The Modernist Athens doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Modernist Athens?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Modernist Athens a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service and in-room massages as well as a bar.

Does The Modernist Athens have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private outdoor spa tubs.

Does The Modernist Athens have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Modernist Athens serves free buffet breakfast at The Modernist Cafe each morning.

Will The Modernist Athens allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Modernist Athens for a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Modernist Athens?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from The Modernist Athens?

The closest major airport to The Modernist Athens is Athens Intl. Airport (ATH), which is 19.8 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Modernist Athens?

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

The Modernist Athens Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 280 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

A fabulous hotel in the wonderful city of Athens

What a wonderful stay I had at The Modernist Hotel, it’s super stylish, really well located and easy to get to all the major sights, an amazing and very friendly young staff, from reception, the cafe and the bar, the cleaning staff, and crowning it all a fantastic roof top bar where you can drink looking at wonderful views of Athens. I’m definitely coming back there again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Vitor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Great location walkable to nice bars and restaurants. Good breakfast. Nice rooftop. Unfortunately, the bathroom is not practical. Water goes everywhere when you are having a shower because there is no tray, door or curtain. Window in the room was not accessible because it was above the bed frame.
View from the rooftop in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No tissue box and no room for suitcases in room Otherwise we would rate it 5 stars Front desk staff gave great recommendation for restaurant and help with things in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, well kept modern hotel in a lovely residential neighborhood. Some sights are walking distance and a Metro stop is right nearby. The thermostat control is obtuse—didn’t seem to work the same way two days in a row. Front desk can set it remotely. Breakfasts are substantial.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mekayla

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke, Powell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice part of Athens to walk around in. The breakfast was good and had a large variety of choices. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel. I’ll be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Short Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific, inventive, fun place, great roof terrace with DJ, very nice room, absolutely delightful staff and a great breakfast. Had been staying at an upmarket boutique hotel. Our flight home was cancelled after three hours on the tarmac and we scrambled to find a hotel for the night. Thrilled that we stumbled on the Modernist. Would definitely stay again. A great experience and a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Etienne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel , nice boutique feel , breakfast was excellent and made to order eggs was a treat Room was modern and shower was strong pressure and plenty of hot water Roof top for sun downer drinks was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and understated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an absolute gem this hotel is. Honestly one of our favourite places we’ve stayed for a city break. The staff are exceptional. So friendly and helpful and just lovely. Every single one of them. From reception, wait team, cleaners - they couldn’t have been nicer. The breakfast is delicious - we tried basically everything and it was all so good. We had a family room as we have 3 kids and it was great - enough room for us all, lovely balcony, looked modern and stylish. There are great restaurants all around, we walked to the lovely botanic gardens and monument for fallen soldiers and quick taxi to acropolis. Genuinely this is an absolute treasure of a hotel and we would definitely come back if we return to Athens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL, Greenville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first thing you notice is how genuinely friendly the staff was and how helpful with recommendations. An extra shout out to Christina and Michael. Rooms and bathrooms were large and in excellent condition
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service and accomodations

Everything about this hotel was exceptional - but my favorite part was the amazing breakfast options. The staff were fantastic, the rooms were incredible. Many places within walking distance. Great roof top views!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonali, Brooklyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for a night but everyone was super friendly and helpful. I liked the area as well. Hotel has everything you would need.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sylvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Having worked with a global luxury hotelier, I tend to put a different lens on hotel reviews. The Modernist Hotel, Athens, is modern, fresh, and comes with some of the best staff I’ve ever experienced. Service is paramount to them and they genuinely want you to enjoy your stay. Their breakfast selection is amazing. It’s fresh fruit and breads and cereals are some of the best I’ve experienced. Beds are very comfortable, shower is excellent. Loads of hot water. The drawbacks though, could be things that would make you not return. Rooms are very small and they have no drawers or shelving for clothing. They have a few hangers in an open “closet” area and a large drawer underneath. But the drawer is taken up by the safe. Now, to get to the safe, you need to get down on your hands and knees as it’s at floor level. This is ridiculous. Clothes and belongings will be strewn across the room or you’ll be living out of your suitcase. When mentioning this to staff they will each say the same line “it’s part of the hotel concept”. The concept they are displaying is one of “suck it up” and “we don’t care. The bathroom is small and there’s little shelving for your bits and pieces. We had to remove a kettle from a small cupboard to store a few clothes.Same with a radio - we removed it from a ledge to use the ledge for our phone charger. The gym is quite appalling to be frank. It has a wooden treadmill and a wooden bike. The treadmill isn’t the standard flat surface but bowed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel two metro stops to the Acropolis & Plaka. Even better breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great Athens location

Unique hotel, nice part of town, extremely helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint boutique, clean, stylish, amazing breakfast, very kind staff- everyone! Special thanks to Ian for all his info on restaurants and assistance booking! Great rooftop view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, San Francisco

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

EKHOSUEHI

Stayed 1 night in May 2025