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Zeus Essence Athens Central, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a restaurant connected to a rail/subway station in Athens

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Rooftop terrace
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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12 Chalkokondili, Athens, 106 77
  • Place, Omonoia Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Archaeological Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Syntagma Square
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Twin Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, City View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Twin Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Twin Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Classic Double Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Twin Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Athens

Located in Athens City Centre, Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Syntagma Square and Acropolis. This 76-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central Athens and also close to Parthenon and Acropolis Museum.

What's nearby

  • Omonoia Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Archaeological Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ermou Street - 13 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Syntagma Square - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Acropolis - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Omonoia Station - 6 min walk
  • Athens Central Station - 17 min walk
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aroma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pharaoh - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪White Turtle coffee house - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Guerilla Chef - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ατίταμος - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Zeus Essence Athens Central, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Luxury hotel with a restaurant connected to a rail/subway station in Athens
Guests of Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key enjoy features like a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. This luxury hotel also has a water dispenser.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, toothbrushes and toothpaste, and slippers. Electric kettles, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • ATHENS KEY BAR
  • ATHENS KEY RESTAURANT

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 22 per person

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 000000197

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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

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Athens Key Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

This hotel is situated in Athens City Centre within a short 19-minute walk of Syntagma Square and also 19 minutes on foot from Acropolis. You'll also find Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

Yes, there is a carport.

Does Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key include a casino?

No, Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a turndown service, bathrobes, and slippers.

Does Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at ATHENS KEY RESTAURANT.

Will Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key.

Are there connecting rooms at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

The closest major airport to Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key is Athens Intl. Airport (ATH), which is 21.2 mi away (44 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key?

Yes, some guestrooms at Zeus Essence Athens Central, former Athens Key offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Zeus Essence Athens Central, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 337 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room with comfortable bed and good amenities. cool design. wish they didn't spray so much air fresheners in the lobby, it's awful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Karim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sound proofing is very poor from hallways and road. Needed ear plugs. Otherwise okay hotel with good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! Amazing experience that I had there. I recommend this property to everyone. A young lady and two gentleman's at front desk , they helped me with all questions I had about the hotel and around the city. Wonderful breakfast, roof garden restaurant was clean, lovely and cute. I travelling all over the world and this hotel was one of the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Iryna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caroline

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Really dark room, unsafe location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shayna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is completely disorganized. They called in advance threatening to cancel rooms. They kept changing the amount owed to the hotel. As we were trying to get in a car to catch a flight even to that minute they were adding on charges, literally chasing me to the car after I had checked out and paid. They told some guests breakfast was included, they charged others. Completely frustrating and felt very much like they were just constantly trying to get more money for nothing. Will never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharokh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, close to Acropolis and Plaka, comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I loved most about this hotel was the hospitality — it was phenomenal. Everyone was very respectful and professional The city could use some improvements, but the hotel itself was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasbinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rupert

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

Nice Hotel - Dodgy Area

Everything inside the hotel was excellent - clean comfortable room, good breakfast and facilities. Sadly what you don’t realise when booking is that the area around the hotel is very dodgy with plenty of suspicious characters. The local tube staff said this area the hotels are cheaper as no one wants to stay in this part of Athens. Take a taxi to the door and do not walk out at night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nader

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly and cooperative
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ana, Mount Albert

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

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were all friendly and the rooms were clean. The elevator can be slow during high traffic times because there are only two for less than 5 people each. The breakfast was included and was good - you eat on the rooftop which was a nice way to get morning sun. The air conditioning in the rooms are not cold by American standards. We were very hot each night and the AC was locked at 18 C or 64 F, but felt like 22 C or 72 F in reality. The hotel is on the edge of a rough neighborhood, but so long as you walk towards the Acropolis and stick to the main, lighted routes, we found it safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shante, West Covina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel was nice, it was on the smaller side. They don't have face towels, which annoyed me, we had to use hand towels to wash our bodies. The area around the hotel is really ran down. Not aesthetically pleasing to the eye.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They upgraded me to a room with a balcony. The rooms were clean and updated. The bathroom was also nice. The amenities provided in the bathroom were great as well. I took a scooter to places around the hotel. Plenty of transportation options available as well as restaurants. Can't go wrong at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Hidden Gem in the heart of Athens

Perfect two night stay after cruise. Located in a very central location to the sea and air terminals also surrounded by great coffee, food shops and attractions. We will definitely be returning here on our next trip to Athens.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ioannis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Ask for the extras

The hotel itself is fine—clean and comfortable, with efforts to create a pleasant experience and a good breakfast. However, I had two negative incidents that I believe should be addressed. First, during breakfast, I ordered two espressos. Only afterwards was I informed that these were not included in the breakfast and I was charged €10. I was told that only filter coffee was included. The issue is that no one mentioned this when I ordered, which felt misleading and left a bad impression. Second, at checkout I asked the reception to call me a taxi. The driver, from the company they used, told me after we departed that there called the centre and was informed there there was a minimum charge of €12 because the hotel takes a commission. My ride was very short and been only €4 on the meter. As a local, I know that I could have just hailed a taxi outside for the normal fare. Again, I was not informed of this extra cost in advance, which felt unreasonable. If I had known about these hidden charges, I would not have agreed. Both incidents left me disappointed, as they undermined what could otherwise have been a very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was really nice and super close to sights like the Acropolis and Museums. It is close to many food options, everything you need is in walking distance. The laundry facilities offered at the Hotel are outrageously expensive, but there is a laundry mat down the street. One thing to keep in mind, this hotel is not really in the safest area. Nights are noisy and there is crime. The hotel itself is nice and feels safe, just don't go out at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful hotel in the middle of Athens with an A+ staff. The room was wonderful too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to tourist locations Hotel was brilliant Great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025