🇬🇷 Athens, Greece
Elizabeth
📍 46, Αρκαδίας, Athens
Photo: official website
Your stay — Elizabeth
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The Property — Elizabeth
The Elizabeth is a reliably clean, no-frills three-star in central Athens, with a small rooftop terrace that gives you a direct view of the Acropolis lit up at night. The lobby feels like a modest 1970s hotel that’s been well-maintained but never over-renovated – think terrazzo floors, a tired but helpful concierge, and a lift that takes its time. It suits the budget-conscious traveller who wants a safe, central base and doesn’t care about design or a gym. The real asset is location: you’re a ten-minute walk from Syntagma Square and the Plaka, and the staff can point you to decent souvlaki joints three blocks away.
Chronicles of Athens
Athens has been continuously inhabited for over 3,400 years, making it one of the oldest cities in Europe. Its classical golden age in the 5th century BC produced the Parthenon and the foundations of democracy, but the city was largely a provincial town under Ottoman rule until it became the capital of modern Greece in 1834. The 19th-century neoclassical buildings along Panepistimiou Street reflect that Bavarian-planned rebirth, while post-war concrete apartment blocks now define most of the urban fabric. Contemporary Athens is a chaotic, vibrant metropolis of 3.5 million people, shaped by waves of migration, the 2004 Olympics infrastructure, and a resilient café-and-street-art culture that thrives in neighbourhoods like Exarcheia and Koukaki.
Best Time to Visit
Full Athens guide →Best months
May, September, October – warm but not scorching (25-30°C), fewer crowds than July-August, and flights/hotels are cheaper than peak summer.
Peak / festival surge
July-August is peak season: Athens roasts at 35-38°C with high humidity, and the Acropolis queues can hit 90 minutes by 9am. Hotel prices at the Elizabeth double from around €80 to €160 per night. The main driver is European school holidays and the August full-moon events at the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.
Budget shoulder season
March-April and November are the best budget shoulders: temperatures of 15-22°C, rainfall moderate, and hotel rates drop 30-40%. You’ll miss the worst heat and the cruise-ship swarms.
Weather & packing
Athens has a Mediterranean heat island effect – the concrete retains heat, so evenings stay balmy at 28°C even after sunset in July. Pack one long-sleeved cotton top and a scarf for air-conditioned museums and tavernas, plus a reusable water bottle to refill at the city’s many public drinking fountains.
Live City Briefing — Athens
- The Athens metro continues to expand: Line 4’s first section (from Alsos Veikou to Goudi) is under construction and causing road closures near the National Technical University through summer 2026, but central stations are unaffected. Expect delays on buses around Alexandras Avenue.
- A new pedestrian zone on Dionysiou Areopagitou – the walkway below the Acropolis – has been extended further west towards the Kerameikos archaeological site, making the route from the Acropolis Museum to Gazi car-free and easier for walkers.
- The National Archaeological Museum’s main hall (the Antikythera Mechanism room) reopened in May 2026 after a two-year renovation, now with enhanced lighting and digital displays – worth a morning visit to avoid afternoon crowds.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Elizabeth, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing the rear courtyard, away from Arkadias street. These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better natural light over the neighbouring rooftops.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 or 2 facing the street — Arkadias is a busy local road with motorbikes, delivery vans and occasional nightlife traffic until late. Ground-floor rooms can also pick up lobby noise from the reception area.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 5–6 offer a glimpse of the Acropolis over nearby buildings (south-west orientation) — a decent urban view for a 3-star hotel. Rear courtyard rooms see a quieter residential scene.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 (top floor) tend to be quietest, assuming the hotel has 6 floors; the lift and staircase noise is less intrusive higher up, and street-level sound dissipates.
🔊 Noise notes
Arkadias is a straight 2-lane street, not a pedestrian zone. Sound levels peak at dawn (refuse collection) and after midnight (late-night scooters). No on-site bar, but the neighbourhood has casual tavernas that hum until 23:30.
Insider tips
1. There’s no lift attendant — small lift can be slow; if you’re on floor 6, request a room near the staircase for quicker access. 2. Ask reception for a courtyard-facing room at check-in; street-facing rooms are quieter only if you pick above floor 4. No parking on-site — use the paid lot at Arkadias 12 (150m walk).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Elizabeth
Free basic (10 Mbps) with no login; paid premium (50 Mbps) at €5/day via voucher from reception
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free digital access to PressReader via lobby tablet code
Standard check-in 14:00–23:00, early bag-drop from 09:00. Late check-out until 14:00 for €30
Free storage in locked room near lobby; no fee, but no overnight without booking extension
Step-free from street through revolving door (narrow); no dedicated accessible room; lift fits standard wheelchair. No grab bars in bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Plateia Vathi, 200m: €12/24h. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via card at booking; €50 incidental hold on check-in card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: ΑΓ. ΣΟΦΙΑ (467 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Badminton — 818 m · ~10 min walk
Κέντρο Σύγχρονης Τέχνης Ιλεάνα Τούντα — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Πόρτα — 149 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 415 m · ~5 min walk
Χρήστος Σταυρίδης — 74 m · ~1 min walk
Delicious Food Hall — 111 m · ~1 min walk
Πανόρμου — 953 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airport and tourist spots which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless common. Cash still needed for small purchases and some taxis.
Round up taxi fares; leave 5-10% at restaurants if service not included. Small change for hotel staff is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo cappuccino from a local kafeneio or bakery is about €2.50.
A gyros pita from a street souvlaki shop costs around €3-4.
A main dish in a neighbourhood taverna (moussaka or grilled meat) is about €8-10.
Area around Omonia and central markets has cheap souvlaki, koulouri (sesame bread rings) from street carts.
Supermarkets: AB Vassilopoulos, My Market, and Lidl (discount).
Ermou Street for budget high-street chains like Zara and H&M; Monastiraki flea market for second-hand and bazaar deals.
Day ticket for Athens public transport (metro, bus, tram) is €4.10. From airport, take metro (€9) or X95 bus (€5.50) to Syntagma.
Buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not kiosks. Eat at tavernas away from main squares for better prices. Use the metro instead of taxis.
Good to know — Athens
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Emergency Contacts
AthensIn Athens, Greece: Police (100), Ambulance/Medical (166), Fire Department (199). For general emergencies, dial 112 (EU standard). Tourist Police: 171. Non-emergency medical: 1016. Poison Control: 210-7793777.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Athens, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Elizabeth
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 415 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Χρήστος Σταυρίδης — 74 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Athens Airport Station → Larissa Station + Local Transit to Syntagma
💡 Alternative to metro. Connects to central station; requires additional transit. Less crowded than metro during peak hours.
Airport Station (Stathmo Aerodromio) → Syntagma Station (connected to King George hotel)
💡 Modern, clean system. Direct line to Syntagma. Purchase multi-day pass (€20 for 3 days) for unlimited local transit including metro, tram, and buses throughout stay.
Athens Airport Station → Syntagma Station (Line 3) / The Stanley Hotel
💡 Fastest, most reliable option. Direct Line 3 to Syntagma. Buy day pass (€24) for unlimited local transit.
Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH) → Syntagma Metro Station (5-min walk to King George)
💡 Most economical option. Train arrives directly at central Athens. Buy tickets at airport station kiosk. Night buses (X93, X95) operate 00:00-05:00 if late arrival.
Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" → The Stanley Hotel, Syntagma Square
💡 Use official white taxis at designated stands. Fixed rates to city center available. Avoid unmarked taxis.
Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH) → King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens (Syntagma Square)
💡 Use official taxi stand at airport for fixed rates or pre-book through your hotel. Avoid unmarked taxis. Uber/Beat often cheaper than metered taxis during peak hours.
Athens Airport Terminal 3 → Syntagma Square / The Stanley Hotel
💡 Most economical option. X95 goes to Syntagma; buy combined ticket. Night service available with reduced frequency.
Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH) → Syntagma Square / Omonoia (walking distance to King George)
💡 Cheapest option but slower. Operates overnight when metro closes. Request stop near hotel. Best for budget travelers without luggage. 24/7 service makes it ideal for late/early arrivals.
About Athens
Wikipedia ↗
Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece. A significant coastal urban area in the Mediterranean, Athens is also the capital of the Attica region and is the southernmost capital on the European mainland. With its urban area's population numbering over 3.6 million, it is the eighth-largest urb...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Elizabeth?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 facing the rear courtyard, away from Arkadias street. These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better natural light over the neighbouring rooftops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Elizabeth?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 or 2 facing the street — Arkadias is a busy local road with motorbikes, delivery vans and occasional nightlife traffic until late. Ground-floor rooms can also pick up lobby noise from the reception area.
Is Elizabeth noisy?
Arkadias is a straight 2-lane street, not a pedestrian zone. Sound levels peak at dawn (refuse collection) and after midnight (late-night scooters). No on-site bar, but the neighbourhood has casual tavernas that hum until 23:30.
Which rooms have the best views at Elizabeth?
Front-facing rooms on floors 5–6 offer a glimpse of the Acropolis over nearby buildings (south-west orientation) — a decent urban view for a 3-star hotel. Rear courtyard rooms see a quieter residential scene.
What are insider tips for staying at Elizabeth?
1. There’s no lift attendant — small lift can be slow; if you’re on floor 6, request a room near the staircase for quicker access. 2. Ask reception for a courtyard-facing room at check-in; street-facing rooms are quieter only if you pick above floor 4. No parking on-site — use the paid lot at Arkadias 12 (150m walk).
What time is check-in at Elizabeth?
Check-in at Elizabeth is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Elizabeth have Wi-Fi?
Free basic (10 Mbps) with no login; paid premium (50 Mbps) at €5/day via voucher from reception
Is there a city or tourist tax at Elizabeth?
€1.50 per room per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Elizabeth?
A gyros pita from a street souvlaki shop costs around €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Elizabeth?
Day ticket for Athens public transport (metro, bus, tram) is €4.10. From airport, take metro (€9) or X95 bus (€5.50) to Syntagma.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
May, September, October – warm but not scorching (25-30°C), fewer crowds than July-August, and flights/hotels are cheaper than peak summer.
Top Attractions in Athens
💡 Go on Sunday morning when it's busiest and more antiques appear. Watch your pockets in crowds. The adjacent Monastiraki Square has good souvlaki for €3-4.
💡 The permanent collection covers ancient Greek to modern coins. The building itself—designed by Ernst Ziller—is worth seeing. Café has good coffee at Athens prices (around €3).
💡 Bring water and a snack. The small zoo in the corner is free too—but skip it if you don't like cramped animal enclosures.
💡 Climb up from Dionysiou Areopagitou street—it's a 10-minute hike. Bring a hat in summer; there's little shade near the top. Best at sunset for photos.
💡 Go at 8am when gates open. Crowds build fast, and by 10am it's shoulder-to-shoulder. Check the official site for updated dates.