AthensWas Design Hotel

The AthensWas Hotel provided the best hotel experience I’ve ever had, hands down.

The staff was more than accommodating at all times. It was our first time in Athens and this hotel was certainly a highlight of our trip. Beautiful rooms, location etc.

My wife and I had a short wonderful hassle free 2 night stay at this boutique hotel (early Nov 23). The location is great central with lots of amenities and food options close by. Entrance to the Acropolis is a minute away with Plaka 5 minutes away.

The hotel is in a pedestrianised street. On arrival we were warmly welcomed by Margarita (who was exceptional throughout our stay) and the kind porter. They gave us small canapés and a welcome shot. It was our anniversary and they kindly arranged a bottle of alcohol and chocolate cake and a hand written note. When we advised we don't drink alcohol they exchanged for a mocktails which was lovely. There was a very small issue with the room which was resolved immediately and we were kindly upgraded us immediately to a suite. The room has full amenities with iron and ironing table dropped off for the full stay. Even for tea they kindly provided hot milk upon request.

Breakfast is a la carte on the rooftop with views of the Parthenon. It was a extensive menu with freshly baked bread which was delightful. The breakfast was exceptional and the roof also retracts so in good weather its outdoors! On the first night we had mocktails in the evening which was a lovely vibe with a wonderful lady serving us. Rest of the restaurant staff were ok.

The front of house service is exceptional, Margarita and the porter were truly great. We booked airport transfers through the hotel, as it was our first time in Athens, it was very reasonably priced. When we needed a taxi they went above and beyond going to the main road with us to get a convenient cab. Margarita has exceptional restaurant recommendations, noting we were vegetarian, and we had some of the best meals in Athens. She really knows her stuff and is a credit to the hotel and Athens.

This hotel is highly recommended for any trip to Athens with great service and exceptional location. We had a great stay here, the service meant we didn't even feel the fact that we were there for a short time.

Wow can't beat this stylish boutique hotel for anything in Athens!! Perfect location like 5 minutes to the entrance of the Acropolis and museum! Charming area for eating and shopping Plaka is at your doorstep. Management was so friendly and kind and offered me a upgrade to the most beautiful suite to see the Acropolis day and night! Sheets were so soft and included breakfast had a wide variety. I hate to even tell people about this place just in case it gets too booked! Loved it !!

Wonderful staff! Our rooftop breakfast was included and was delicious. The room was spacious and the hotel was within walking distance to everything we wanted to do.

Hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms are clean and modern designed. Breakfast was amaizing. Roof bar/restaurant has a great Acropolis and city view. Location is great. Main sightseeings are just steps away.

We enjoyed our stay at AthensWas immensely. Our room had a great sized balcony with an incredible view of the Acropolis, the main pedestrian street and Lycabettus Hill. The room was very comfortable and well appointed. They did all these wonderful little things like: giving us strawberry juice and mini apple tarts on arrival, bringing a complimentary fruit platter and bottle of rosé to our room, and finding an excellent Greek cooking lesson for us. The daily breakfast that comes with your stay is the best breakfast I’ve had in any hotel. The rooftop restaurant, Senses, was also a highlight and one of our only meals of modern Greek cuisine on our trip. The view of the sunset over the Acropolis certainly did not hurt. I don’t think there is a better location for a hotel in Athens honestly. Some people we know were staying at the Grande Bretagne which I imagine is also good in a different way, but I would choose AthensWas if you like an excellent boutique hotel run by a very kind, attentive and professional team.

Athenswas far exceeded our expectations! From the moment we checked in the front desk staff was so kind and helpful. Even helping us learn Greek phrases. The rooms were clean and spacious, the breakfasts were amazing. Eggs, omelets, the best Greek yogurt we’ve ever had and the staff was amazing. We’re pretty picky people but Athenswas gets 5 stars!

We moved to this hotel since we had a situation in another area of Athens. We were welcomed with a drink and lots of love and understanding from Marisa at the front desk. This hotel was amazing, the people are super accommodating, friendly and on top of making sure you are pampered. From Marisa, John, Valantis and Themis they were all amazing! this was the best part of our stay in Athens. Would go back to Athens but only to this hotel. Felt safe, pampered and on top of all that their Rooftop Rest SENSE is out of this world. Thanks to all the employees for making us feel like at home (or even better)!!!