Amalia Hotel Athens (Athens, Greece)

Guests were united in their appreciation of the central location of this hotel. If you want to easily explore shops and restaurants in the historic Plaka neighborhood or visit the Acropolis overlooking the city, this hotel is just a short walk away. Reviewers said it was easy to get to public transport in Syntagma Square including shuttle services to the airport. There was special praise for the terrific Athenian panoramas from the rooftop gardens, especially at night when the sights were illuminated in all their glory.

Most reviewers said the rooms were pleasant and had simple but tasteful decor. Many called the rooms spacious and modern with comfortable beds. Cleanliness was reportedly of a high standard.

There was a lot of praise for the breakfast buffet. Reviewers welcomed the provision of freshly-squeezed orange juice, Greek coffee and pancakes among a wide selection of hot and cold options. On the whole, reviewers were positive about the customer service. Many said they encountered friendly, hospitable, attentive and even caring staff.

A few light sleepers, especially those staying in front-facing rooms, reported occasional traffic noise issues despite soundproofing measures such as double glazing.

Some reviewers took issue with the small size of their room and the lack of a city view as offered in most upgrade rooms. Critics also claimed there were occasional issues with plumbing and that the shower cubicles were small as were the bathrooms. A few described the rooms as stuffy in hot weather.

Although many guests praised the free Wi-Fi service, others reported occasional problems with the signal dropping out, especially during peak periods.