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Fast facts
Check in from: | 15:00 |
|---|---|
Check out before: | 12:00 |
Breakfast | Breakfast available |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Children | Children are welcome at this hotel |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Fitness centre
Front desk 24 hour
More about The Stanley
The Stanley
Conveniently located in Athens city centre and just steps from Metaxourgeio Metro Station, Stanley Hotel features a rooftop pool, 2 restaurants and 2 bars, including an open-air bar on the rooftop.
Reviews from 
Couple
Comment: 3 Jul 2026
Stayed in: Jan 2026
Luxurious
Luxury in the midst of poverty
Super beautiful hotel, good breakfast, a chic and calm lounge
Super beautiful hotel, good breakfast, a chic and calm lounge
Hotel response
Comment: 12 Jul 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about The Stanley.
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated our comfortable accommodations, the quality of our breakfast, and the relaxing atmosphere of our lounge. It is wonderful to know that these aspects helped make your experience a pleasant one.
Thank you once again for your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to The Stanley Hotel on your next visit to Athens.
Warm regards,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about The Stanley.
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated our comfortable accommodations, the quality of our breakfast, and the relaxing atmosphere of our lounge. It is wonderful to know that these aspects helped make your experience a pleasant one.
Thank you once again for your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to The Stanley Hotel on your next visit to Athens.
Warm regards,
Group traveller
Comment: 13 Apr 2026
Stayed in: Apr 2026
A highly recommended hotel in Athens
I had a wonderful stay at Stanley hotel in Athens and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the city.
The front desk staff were extremely friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The overall service was excellent throughout our stay, and the housekeeping was also very attentive. Our room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, which made it easy to relax after a long day of exploring.
One of the biggest advantages of this hotel is its location. The metro station (Μεταξουργείο) is incredibly close—only about a one-minute walk—which made getting around the city very convenient (two stops, around 10 minutes in total to reach Syntagma station). The hotel restaurant is also worth mentioning: it offers a beautiful view, attentive service, and surprisingly good food.
The hotel itself is well-equipped and meets the standard of a solid four-star hotel. We especially enjoyed the balcony view overlooking the Acropolis—it was truly memorable.
That said, there are a couple of minor drawbacks. If you stay on the 8th floor, you may hear some noise from the restaurant above, such as chairs being moved or guests using the stairs. Also, rooms facing the Acropolis are oriented toward the street, so some traffic noise is unavoidable. The hotel has done a good job with soundproofing, but noise can still be noticeable. If you are very sensitive to noise, you may want to avoid the top floor or Acropolis-view rooms.
Another small point is that the bathroom is relatively compact. However, I actually found this to be somewhat of an advantage, as the smaller shower space reduces the risk of slipping.
Overall, this was a very enjoyable stay, and I would happily return again.
The front desk staff were extremely friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The overall service was excellent throughout our stay, and the housekeeping was also very attentive. Our room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, which made it easy to relax after a long day of exploring.
One of the biggest advantages of this hotel is its location. The metro station (Μεταξουργείο) is incredibly close—only about a one-minute walk—which made getting around the city very convenient (two stops, around 10 minutes in total to reach Syntagma station). The hotel restaurant is also worth mentioning: it offers a beautiful view, attentive service, and surprisingly good food.
The hotel itself is well-equipped and meets the standard of a solid four-star hotel. We especially enjoyed the balcony view overlooking the Acropolis—it was truly memorable.
That said, there are a couple of minor drawbacks. If you stay on the 8th floor, you may hear some noise from the restaurant above, such as chairs being moved or guests using the stairs. Also, rooms facing the Acropolis are oriented toward the street, so some traffic noise is unavoidable. The hotel has done a good job with soundproofing, but noise can still be noticeable. If you are very sensitive to noise, you may want to avoid the top floor or Acropolis-view rooms.
Another small point is that the bathroom is relatively compact. However, I actually found this to be somewhat of an advantage, as the smaller shower space reduces the risk of slipping.
Overall, this was a very enjoyable stay, and I would happily return again.
Hotel response
Comment: 16 Apr 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you very much for your kind and detailed review, and for choosing to stay at The Stanley Hotel during your visit to Athens.
We are truly delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay and that you recommend us to other travelers. Your kind words about our Front Desk team, overall service, and housekeeping are greatly appreciated—providing a warm welcome and attentive service is something we take great pride in.
It is also a pleasure to know that you found your room spacious, clean, and comfortable, allowing you to fully relax after exploring the city. We are especially happy that you enjoyed the balcony view of the Acropolis and your experience at our rooftop restaurant, from the views to the food and service. Additionally, we are glad you found the location convenient, due to the hotel being right next to the Metaxourgeio metro station. As you mentioned, it makes accessing key areas such as Syntagma quick and easy.
It was a pleasure having you as our guest and we truly hope to welcome you back again for another memorable stay in Athens.
Kind regards,
Thank you very much for your kind and detailed review, and for choosing to stay at The Stanley Hotel during your visit to Athens.
We are truly delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay and that you recommend us to other travelers. Your kind words about our Front Desk team, overall service, and housekeeping are greatly appreciated—providing a warm welcome and attentive service is something we take great pride in.
It is also a pleasure to know that you found your room spacious, clean, and comfortable, allowing you to fully relax after exploring the city. We are especially happy that you enjoyed the balcony view of the Acropolis and your experience at our rooftop restaurant, from the views to the food and service. Additionally, we are glad you found the location convenient, due to the hotel being right next to the Metaxourgeio metro station. As you mentioned, it makes accessing key areas such as Syntagma quick and easy.
It was a pleasure having you as our guest and we truly hope to welcome you back again for another memorable stay in Athens.
Kind regards,
Couple
Comment: 31 Jul 2026
Acropolis Views From the Rooftop!
A great stay with a rooftop restaurant and pool! We did eat lunch and had breakfast upstairs- (huge breakfast buffet) and both meals were nice. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The pool was lovely to have since it was SO HOT! We came back from exploring and was able to cool down at the pool. You can see the Acropolis from the roof which was an added bonus! Another selling point is the location! The metro station is like 1 minute away from the hotel! It was so convenient to hop on the Metro to explore the city. Dining tip- walk less than 5 minutes away to eat at Mironi. Lots of traditional dishes and huge chicken kabobs you pull off the skewer yourself.
Family traveller
Comment: 20 Jul 2026
Poor dining experience at The Stanley - can no longer recommend.
This was our third stay at The Stanley, we've always chosen this hotel specifically for the rooftop pool and the very helpful restaurant staff when it came to our child's severe nut allergy. The room rates are very high but we've always felt the cost was worth it knowing we'd have a great dining experience with historically accommodating service. On our previous visits, the restaurant (Cloud 9) was always happy to answer ingredient questions and make simple modifications to dishes (ex. removing a sauce) so our child could safely enjoy a meal.
Unfortunately, this visit was a completely different experience. On our first night, we were excited to have a family dinner at Cloud 9 on the roof. However, after ordering our drinks and a starter salad, we were soon told there was virtually nothing the kitchen could prepare for our child due to her nut allergy, despite us explaining that we fully understood they couldn't guarantee against cross-contamination. We weren't asking for that, we simply wanted to know whether certain dishes contained nuts or if a sauce or side dish could be omitted. After several trips back and forth to the kitchen, our server returned each time saying there were no safe options, not even on the chicken nuggets from the kids menu, forcing us to leave the hotel at 10:30 p.m. to search for another restaurant that was still open.
The following day at the rooftop pool, we ordered sushi and simply asked for it without the yuzu sauce. Again, the kitchen said they could not make the modification, leaving us without any food options. Because The Stanley also prohibits outside food, we had no alternative but to again leave the hotel and try to find a nearby restaurant.
When I shared our experience with the front desk the next morning, I was asked why I hadn't asked to speak to the restaurant manager; that there was nothing the front desk manager could do for us. I clearly stated we specifically stay at The Stanley because of how accommodating their restaurants historically were for our family, and that we would likely not be able to come back knowing the restaurant was completely inflexible and would not serve us this time. The front desk manager told us again there nothing she could do aside from comping a €5 coffee we'd charged to our room, and that she hopex we would reconsider and stay at The Stanley in the future.
We want to continue loving The Stanley, as it has been our family's consistent hotel of choice in Athens - we also recommend it regularly to friends. Unless the restaurant becomes more willing to provide basic ingredient information or flexibility for very simple requests for guests with food allergies, we'll find a different hotel for future visits and I won't recommend The Stanley again.
Unfortunately, this visit was a completely different experience. On our first night, we were excited to have a family dinner at Cloud 9 on the roof. However, after ordering our drinks and a starter salad, we were soon told there was virtually nothing the kitchen could prepare for our child due to her nut allergy, despite us explaining that we fully understood they couldn't guarantee against cross-contamination. We weren't asking for that, we simply wanted to know whether certain dishes contained nuts or if a sauce or side dish could be omitted. After several trips back and forth to the kitchen, our server returned each time saying there were no safe options, not even on the chicken nuggets from the kids menu, forcing us to leave the hotel at 10:30 p.m. to search for another restaurant that was still open.
The following day at the rooftop pool, we ordered sushi and simply asked for it without the yuzu sauce. Again, the kitchen said they could not make the modification, leaving us without any food options. Because The Stanley also prohibits outside food, we had no alternative but to again leave the hotel and try to find a nearby restaurant.
When I shared our experience with the front desk the next morning, I was asked why I hadn't asked to speak to the restaurant manager; that there was nothing the front desk manager could do for us. I clearly stated we specifically stay at The Stanley because of how accommodating their restaurants historically were for our family, and that we would likely not be able to come back knowing the restaurant was completely inflexible and would not serve us this time. The front desk manager told us again there nothing she could do aside from comping a €5 coffee we'd charged to our room, and that she hopex we would reconsider and stay at The Stanley in the future.
We want to continue loving The Stanley, as it has been our family's consistent hotel of choice in Athens - we also recommend it regularly to friends. Unless the restaurant becomes more willing to provide basic ingredient information or flexibility for very simple requests for guests with food allergies, we'll find a different hotel for future visits and I won't recommend The Stanley again.
Hotel response
Comment: 30 Jul 2026
Dear Guest,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are especially disappointed to read your review, as we truly value the loyalty you have shown by choosing The Stanley for your family's visits to Athens over the years.
We fully understand how important dining with confidence is when travelling with a child who has a severe food allergy, and we sincerely regret that this visit left you feeling disappointed.
The safety and well-being of our guests is, and will always remain, our highest priority. During your visit, our restaurant team carefully assessed your requests and, unfortunately, determined that certain dishes could not be safely modified, as they had already been prepared or could potentially contain traces of allergens or present a risk of cross-contact. In situations where we cannot confidently guarantee the safety of a dish, our responsibility is to communicate this openly rather than take any risk that could compromise a guest's health.
Please understand that this decision was never intended to be inflexible or dismissive of your family's needs. On the contrary, it reflected our commitment to food safety and our obligation to act with the utmost care whenever severe allergies are involved. Every request is assessed individually based on the specific dish, its preparation method and the potential allergen risk.
We are equally sorry to learn that you felt your concerns were not handled in the manner you expected. Providing attentive, empathetic and professional service is something we continuously reinforce through ongoing training and daily team briefings, and your comments have been shared with both our Food & Beverage and Front Office management teams.
We also understand your disappointment regarding the outcome of your discussion at Reception. As explained during your departure, had the matter been escalated to the Restaurant Management while you were dining with us, we would have welcomed the opportunity to review the situation together and explore any safe alternatives that might have been available. While we appreciate that this conversation could not change the experience you had already had, we sincerely regret that you left feeling disappointed.
As one of our returning guests, we truly hope you will give us the opportunity to look after you once again. Should you decide to visit Athens in the future, we encourage you to contact us directly before your arrival. We would be delighted to personally oversee your stay, understand your family's individual needs in advance and do everything possible to ensure a seamless and memorable experience from the moment you arrive. We would be honored to have the opportunity to restore your confidence and provide the level of care and hospitality that has brought you back to The Stanley over the years.
Kind Regards,
Guest Services Department
The Stanley
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are especially disappointed to read your review, as we truly value the loyalty you have shown by choosing The Stanley for your family's visits to Athens over the years.
We fully understand how important dining with confidence is when travelling with a child who has a severe food allergy, and we sincerely regret that this visit left you feeling disappointed.
The safety and well-being of our guests is, and will always remain, our highest priority. During your visit, our restaurant team carefully assessed your requests and, unfortunately, determined that certain dishes could not be safely modified, as they had already been prepared or could potentially contain traces of allergens or present a risk of cross-contact. In situations where we cannot confidently guarantee the safety of a dish, our responsibility is to communicate this openly rather than take any risk that could compromise a guest's health.
Please understand that this decision was never intended to be inflexible or dismissive of your family's needs. On the contrary, it reflected our commitment to food safety and our obligation to act with the utmost care whenever severe allergies are involved. Every request is assessed individually based on the specific dish, its preparation method and the potential allergen risk.
We are equally sorry to learn that you felt your concerns were not handled in the manner you expected. Providing attentive, empathetic and professional service is something we continuously reinforce through ongoing training and daily team briefings, and your comments have been shared with both our Food & Beverage and Front Office management teams.
We also understand your disappointment regarding the outcome of your discussion at Reception. As explained during your departure, had the matter been escalated to the Restaurant Management while you were dining with us, we would have welcomed the opportunity to review the situation together and explore any safe alternatives that might have been available. While we appreciate that this conversation could not change the experience you had already had, we sincerely regret that you left feeling disappointed.
As one of our returning guests, we truly hope you will give us the opportunity to look after you once again. Should you decide to visit Athens in the future, we encourage you to contact us directly before your arrival. We would be delighted to personally oversee your stay, understand your family's individual needs in advance and do everything possible to ensure a seamless and memorable experience from the moment you arrive. We would be honored to have the opportunity to restore your confidence and provide the level of care and hospitality that has brought you back to The Stanley over the years.
Kind Regards,
Guest Services Department
The Stanley
Anonymous traveller
Comment: 19 Jul 2026
Stayed in: Jul 2026
Wonderful hotel in the heart of Athens. The executive room was worth the upgrade to get lounge access. The rooftop views are as amazing as the pictures look but it does get very very busy!
Location
Odysseos 1- Karaiskaki Sq, 1st District , Athens, 10437, Greece|0.3 km from city centre
Check in and check out
Check in from:
15:00
Check out before:
12:00
Good to know
Children are welcome at this hotel
from 3 to 12 years old
Free
1 years old and under
Free
Pets not allowed
Breakfast available
Breakfast options
American breakfast, Continental breakfast, Vegan breakfast, Vegetarian breakfast
Breakfast price
Rs 7,122 (≈EUR 22)/person
Breakfast times
06:30 - 10:30 from Monday to Sunday
Please inform The Stanley in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Please note that shuttle service is provided upon charge. Please note that guests of Stanley Hotel enjoy special parking rates. Please note that The Stanley has upgraded its WiFi network in order to provide higher level of internet service to its guests. Please note that when a reservation is modified, the daily rate may change. The property reserves the right to preauthorize the first night temporarily as guarantee for the booking.
This hotel accepts the following payment methods:
Cash
Google Pay
Apple Pay
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