AthensWas Hotel

AthensWas is a superior luxury hotel in Athens situated in the beating heart of the city and just a breath away from the Acropolis Museum, the sacred Acropolis Hill and Plaka (Old Town).

Boasting an incredible location, right on Dionysiou Areopagitou pedestrian street, AthensWas offers 5 star design rooms and utterly luxurious suites and basks in magnificent views overlooking the most prized neighbourhood of Athens. This exquisite design hotel in Athens actually represents the Athens that was, is and will always be.

Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, AthensWas is the ideal choice as it is in close proximity to Athens’ most important landmarks and, at the same time, in the heart of the modern city centre. Guests can saunter around the charming area by foot and absorb the Greek capital’s enchanting ambiance.

The only downtown hotel with best view of Parthenon, AthensWas is a place to indulge all your senses. Here you will immediately immerse into the vibrant vibes of a city that carries centuries of culture and heritage.

This luxury hotel in Athens promises an indelible stay experience with immaculate Acropolis views, superior services and a thorough list of facilities, thus ensuring its guests’ absolute satisfaction.

Ideally situated on the most prestigious pedestrian walkway of historic Athens, Dionysiou Areopagitou street, your day here will start with amazing pictures: right next to Acropolis on one side and within the bustling city centre on the other, the options are endless to ensure the most comfortable holidays in Athens. So if you are in search of the best 5 star luxury hotel near Acropolis, seek no further: AthensWas is your perfect match.

Experience a piece of Athenian history and indulge in the unique sensation of timeless elegance and modern sleekness. AthensWas hotel is a tribute to Athenian cultural authenticity and a pillar of modern day Athenian hospitality.

Paying homage to the luxurious, classical Athenian era and imbued with the minimalist simplicity that the current age demands, clean, uncluttered lines dominate the interiors of AthensWas, one of the top design hotels in Athens.

A proud member of the elite collection of Design HotelsTM, AthensWas embraces its guests in the best of Athenian aesthetics, understated luxury and incomparable levels of comfort.

The lustrous finesse of Greek marble, sourced from different locations around Greece, the perennial grandeur of Greek walnut wood and the minimal sophistication of the Italian, designer furnishings and fabrics come together to exude a sense of contemporary refinement and demure opulence, justifying its title as a luxury design hotel in Athens.

Those who look for out-of-the-ordinary hotels with luxury suites in Athens will be surprised by AthensWas’ unparalleled design, inimitable character and unsurpassed offerings. This five star hotel in the centre of Athens is as unique as the glorious history and culture of this diversified city.

HELLENIC GRAND SUITE 
Welcome to the ultimate Athenian hospitality experience, inundated with a unique sense of awe brought about by both the refined design of the living quarters and the overwhelming magnificence of their exteriors. On the most iconic pedestrian street of Athens, guests experience the most exclusive side of Athenian hospitality on the top floor of our design hotel.

A superior, luxury Athens suite with an acropolis view awaits to harbour an unprecedented stay. Entering the Hellenic Grand Suite of the AthensWas hotel, you will be greeted with a timeless elegance that dazzles you. Moments of repose are wrapped in a veil of ancient mystique as you can gaze upon the Acropolis and its Parthenon monument directly from the bed.

Sophistication meets comfort, and modern meets obsolete here, offering an extraordinary stay experience in the beating heart of Athens city. Occupying the entire 6th floor of AthensWas hotel, this luxury suite with panoramic Acropolis views is our most well-appointed.

It constitutes the ideal accommodation arrangement for those seeking absolute privacy, luxurious, elegant surroundings, and unbeatable views over Athens. With a sensational, spacious veranda that exudes all the grandness that a suite with astonishing Acropolis views demands, your moments here will be etched in your mind for years to come.

EXECUTIVE SUITE
The Executive Suite is sized at 55 m2 /592 ft2, elegantly furnished, and equipped with two marble bathrooms of luxurious fittings and amenities. The Executive Suite is ideal for families of four persons. It features a queen-size luxury bed Beautyrest® by Simmons and a sofa that can be used as a bed if required.

A fourth bed can be added with advance notice, turning it into a comfortable family suite near the Acropolis. Recommended also for couples who desire more space at their disposal. Each site has its bathroom, while they share a quaint veranda. A sliding door can separate the sleeping and sitting area for extra privacy.

SUPERIOR DELUXE SUITE 
The Superior Deluxe Suite is 32 m2 /344 ft2, suitable for two people in their superiorly elegant living quarters. The suite features a comfortable queen-size bed, a marble bathroom with a shower cabin equipped with luxurious fittings and amenities, a mini-bar with coffee maker and tea facilities, and a work table for guests’ convenience. From the spacious balcony, you can enjoy views of Lycabettus Hill and a partial view of the Acropolis.

THE SENSE RESTAURANT
SENSE Restaurant is perched at AthensWas hotel’s most prized spot: its spectacular rooftop. Boasting impressive views of the striking Acropolis, SENSE is undeniably among the best rooftop restaurants in Athens, combining incredible panoramic views of the city with modern Greek inspired dishes.

Combining two beautiful dining areas, one indoors and one outdoors, the ambience is soothing while the views are disarming. The exterior seating area enveloped by a verdant herb garden exudes the freshness of discrete fragrances, and climbing vines complete the picture of your immediate surroundings.

The setting may be elegant and low-key, but the Michelin-plate awarded food is anything but: diners will embark on a gastronomic journey to Greece. The three tasting menus feature signature dishes of SENSE while new additions that will evoke all your senses.

The view of the Acropolis is the highlight of the picture – perfect scenery. Raise your glass and toast at one of the most fascinating rooftop restaurants. From the interiors, you can enjoy the elegant environment and sneak peek and feel the energy of the open kitchen section and preparation aisle where Chef Charalambopoulos and his team craft your dream dining experience.

Chef Alexandros Charalambopoulos and his team have devised a prolific menu that focuses on authentic, inspired Greek combinations with a modern approach and a twist of refinement.

A profound love for Greek gastronomy, commitment to the best ingredients and dedication that comes with experience are the foundations upon which the menu of SENSE Restaurant built.

The recipes reflect a fresh gastronomic outlook and a modern approach to Greek cuisine that does not diverge from its roots and memories; a contemporary and often playful version of classic ideas, with very few foreign influences, each dish has been conceived with a specific culinary philosophy in mind.

This quality of the ingredients, the modern cooking techniques and the flavors, crowned the restaurant with a MICHELIN Plate award, a Greek Cuisine Award, 2 stars at FnL Awards. SENSE Restaurant occupies a prime location in Athens city that is available to be enjoyed throughout the day, evening and throughout all seasons.

With a wide selection of signature cocktails and a curated list of wines from all over Greece, SENSE Restaurant is also a place where you can enjoy a drink or two with the astonishing Acropolis view as the perfect background.

Our Sommelier can spruce up your knowledge of Greek and international wines, or they can suggest one of our inspired cocktails that will elevate your evening even further.

SENSE Restaurant is also the place where business meets pleasure. Business lunches take on a different turn at our rooftop restaurant, as the incredible surroundings lend themselves to create a most enjoyable and pleasant aura. Let our team prepare a bespoke set menu and make sure all your needs are met ensuring the success of your corporate event.

MODERN FOOD & BEVERAGE OUTLET
Eclectic flavours and premium wines by the Greek vineyards right next to Acropolis. MODERN is a Food & Beverage outlet of AthensWas Hotel. It consists of a relaxed and unpretentious ambience offering delectable comfort food and a fine selection of primarily Greek wines and refreshing cocktails.

Located on the hotel’s ground floor, MODERN is wrapped in the intimacy of the hotel’s exquisite yet serene atmosphere, giving guests a cosy feeling of warmth and a massive welcome to authentic Athens. The surrounding is fascinating: the design furniture, coloured tapestry and hip layout create a unique setting.

The seating arrangement consists of three areas, one indoors, one open-air patio adorned with climbing plants and one right at the most beautiful and famous pedestrian street of historical Athens, Dionysiou Areopagitou.

This last one is the highlight of MODERN. It is the only Food & Beverage outlet of a five-star hotel in the city’s centre that offers outdoor eat and drink and in such a marvellous and convenient spot Dionysiou Areopagitou. The menu is a delight by itself created by the distinguished and awarded Greek Chef, Alexandros Charalambopoulos.

Plateaus with premium cheese & cold cuts, carefully selected from small Greek producers. Refreshing, fulfilling salads & comfort food to satisfy all preferences with handpicked ingredients all prepared on the spot influenced by traditional Greek recipes and products.

The menu is assorted with a wonderful wine list according to the dishes served & a wide variety of refreshing cocktails, excellent coffee and spirits. An ode to the gastronomic tradition of Greece, MODERN is the perfect place to escape for a stylish and tasteful break during the day and in between your strolls through the landmarks of Greek antiquity.

The menu is assorted with a fantastic wine list by Greek wineries and a wide variety of cocktails of all types, drinks and coffees. An ode to the gastronomic tradition of Greece, MODERN is the perfect place to escape for a stylish and tasteful break during the day and in between your strolls through the landmarks of Greek antiquity.

THE BREAKFAST
The ideal kick-start for a full day overwhelmed with Greek aromas and flavours. AthensWas offers the ideal option for indulging in a mouthwatering breakfast, with the amazing view of the Acropolis.

Our rooftop area becomes a place where guests can start the day in the best possible way. Devised by our Chef, even the breakfast carries his personal signature and passion for vibrant Greek flavours made from the freshest ingredients.

A scrumptious selection of dishes made with Greek raw materials, 95% organic, based on classic recipes with a modern twist and a bit of an edge to steer clear of being ordinary.

The breakfast of AthensWas is à la carte style, meaning that it is made to order ensuring it is always fresh, a la minute and can be tailored to your personal dietary preferences upon request (vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options).

Kick start your day with the bakery’s basket with handmade delicacies that comes in front of you as soon as you take your seat: marmalade of two flavours, high quality thyme honey with various types of bread and different types of butter, cow and peanut, cake or muffin of the day, pie of the day, rice pudding or cream, Thessaloniki bagel, homemade granola and many more that rotate every other day.

A carefully structured breakfast menu is at your disposal and includes savory and sweet dishes: eggs cooked in various ways and combinations, from simple water boiled eggs to poached eggs a la Benedict, omelets in four different twists, plateaus with fine Greek cheese and cold cuts, mini Greek salad with herbs and olive oil, praline and strawberry pancakes, fruit salad and a modern millefeuille bougatsa pie (cream pie).

FITNESS & WELLNESS
AthensWas offers an ultra-modern indoor fitness room that provides a luxurious environment for the ultimate workout sessions during your stay. Maintain your workout routine in our fully-equipped training gym, complete with everything you need to exercise in comfort and style.

The state-of-the-art equipment by Technogym provides our guests with the latest fitness technology: treadmill, elliptical trainer and strength improvement machinery with an advanced led interface that allows launching exercise programs, creating preferred workouts and monitoring parameters such as heart rate, calories burned and time elapsed.

Our fitness sessions can be fully customized to match your specific needs and preferences, and all you need is your fitness apparel and a hat; the rest is up to us! Indoor and outdoor workout sessions with fitness specialists and the option to create a personalized fitness programme combined with a healthy diet based on our existing menus. Our Fitness Corner guests can also take advantage of the exclusive personal training services.

Pilates, Yogilates, Circuit Training and short running are among the varied workouts that can be arranged for you while exploring the marvels of downtown Athens. Combine your vacation or your short business trip with fitness practices around the beautiful National Garden and immerse yourself in nature and well-being.

BEST PLACE TO STYA IN ATHENS
Located right at the border of the historical Athens, Plaka (Old Town) and the vibrant, modern city centre AthensWas is the only hotel of its class so close to the glorious Acropolis Hill and right on the most beautiful pedestrian street in Athens: Dionysiou Areopagitou.

AthensWas, the top luxury boutique hotel in Athens, is the best place to stay in town as it will become your convenient starting point for your own Athenian experience. A promenade around its walkway reveals the sacred rock of the Acropolis and the Parthenon, the city’s most important and awe-inspiring monument and the emblem of Athens since antiquity.

It is the most magical corner of the town, whether on holiday or business trip. Panoramic view of Athens city centre, direct view of Lycavitos (Lycabettus Hill), postcard-like view to Acropolis, AthensWas is the only design hotel in Athens flooded with breathtaking images of both ancient and modern Greece.

AthensWas is part of Athens’ most prestigious neighbourhood so that guests can effortlessly immerse in the perennial city’s vibes. Apart from all the inspiring, ancient attractions, guests can discover the more modern side of the city too.

The hip and sought-after area of Koukaki is easily reached by foot within a few minutes from AthensWas boasting a diverse array of picturesque cafes, bars and tavernas.

Explore its vivacious streets, find your personal favourite place to enjoy a few moments of relaxation, observe the diverse architectural styles of the surrounding buildings that range from the modernist apartment blocks of the mid-twenties to the marvelous 19th-century neoclassical buildings and indulge in this city’s authentic beauty.

Apart from all the inspiring, ancient attractions, guests can discover the more modern side of the city too. The hip and sought after area of Koukaki is easily reached by foot within a few minutes from AthensWas, with a diverse array of picturesque cafes, bars and tavernas.

Explore its vivacious streets, find your personal favourite place to enjoy a few moments of relaxation, as you reflect upon the day to day instances of our incredible city. A place that possesses an overwhelming antiquity yet remains abuzz with the vivacity of a multifaceted city.

Observe the diverse architectural styles of the surrounding buildings that range from the modernist apartment blocks of the mid-twenties to the marvelous 19th-century neoclassical buildings that stand alongside the contemporary Acropolis museum and all the aforementioned ancient monuments.

ATHENS EXPERIENCES
When visiting Athens for business or pleasure, options are countless; having that in mind, we have designed an array of experiences to ensure you will fully live the Athens experience. You may find below a must-do list during your trip to Athens, and do not hesitate to discuss any additional preferences with our concierge.

Explore the magnificence of Athens, all its landmarks and most important attractions. Our privileged location allows you to discover them at your own pace, while we can arrange a half or full day private tour for a more in-depth acquaintance with our city.

For those who are fond of jogging, Athens provides a great jogging route laced with monuments and marvels of the Greek antiquity. Here you can find a jogging trajectory of 3,47 km around Athens’ greatest spots. Alternatively, you can opt-in for the popular Athens Authentic Marathon if your visit to Athens coincides the date or the race.

Website: www.athenswas.gr

Rooms: 21

Price: from 178 EUR per night