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Lonely Planet review
The Philippos is nestled on a quiet street not at all far from Plaka and handy to the Acropolis. It's got a discreet, exclusive feel although it's not the great-value mid-range spot it once was. In fact, in summer, it can feel a little overpriced. Perhaps they missed the Closing Ceremony at the 2004 Olympics? Nevertheless, it remains popular with travellers.
The hotel looks smart, although fashionistas will query the lobby, where rustic hand-painted chests, Italian-style leather sofas, and Scandinavian wooden chairs are curiously juxtaposed. Nicest is the skylit 'atrium area', with flowery benches and a summery feel. The rooms are good, although on the small side. The beds are comfortable but a bigger desk or table would be nice. The bathrooms are good, with power showers. Most have balconies, some with an Acropolis view at no extra cost (the helpful staff will give you one of these if there's one free - unlike most hotels). The single rooms are better, with a big bed to stretch out on. For the romantically inclined, there's one small room on the roof, with a memorable view - great for a honeymoon.
Services & facilities
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Family
- Babysitting or childcare
- Suitable for children
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Guest services
- 24-hour front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Tours/ticket assistance
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Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
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Breakfast
- Free breakfast
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Non-smoking
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Designated smoking areas
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Accessibility
- Elevator/lift
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Cards accepted
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Carte blanche
- Diners club
- American express
- Jcb international
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- Bar/lounge
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Concierge
- Concierge services
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Parking
- Parking nearby
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Luggage storage
- Available
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Bureau de Change/ATM
- Currency exchange
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Air Conditioning
- Air-conditioned public areas
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Restaurant/Café
- Coffee shop or café
Description
Location. Located in central Athens, Philippos Hotel is within walking distance of New Acropolis Museum and Acropolis. Nearby points of interest also include Parthenon and Hadrian's Arch.
Hotel Features. Philippos Hotel features a coffee shop/café and a bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning. This 3-star property has a 24-hour business center and offers small meeting rooms, technology support staff, and audiovisual equipment. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. This Athens property has 120 square meters of event space. Business services, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance are available. Additional property amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and currency exchange. The property has designated areas for smoking.
Guestrooms. 50 air-conditioned guestrooms at Philippos Hotel feature safes and windows that open. Accommodations offer city views. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, makeup/shaving mirrors, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Guestrooms offer direct-dial phones with voice mail. Satellite television is provided. Guests may request extra towels/bedding and wake-up calls. Housekeeping is available daily.