The Hostel Yellowsquare Athens overlooks Theatrou Square, a short walk from Monastiraki. It is a hostel with plenty of social life: it has a bar, its own nightclub, a terrace and a shared kitchen. It is a good fit if you are travelling to go out and meet people.
Location and getting around
The address is Platia Theatrou 18. Calculated from there:
- Psyrri is about 5 minutes on foot;
- Monastiraki Square, about 10 minutes;
- the Ancient Agora, also about 10 minutes;
- the Acropolis (the Parthenon), about 15 minutes.
With these distances you can walk the classic route through the historic centre and return to the hostel between visits.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning, a safe and bed linen. Several have a balcony with city views.
The common areas are what defines this place: a terrace, a lounge, a bar, a nightclub and a fully equipped shared kitchen. Wi-Fi is free. Breakfast is ordered à la carte. At reception they speak Greek, English, Spanish and French, and help you organise visits.
Who it suits
- Solo travellers who want company to go out at night.
- Groups of friends looking for a meeting point with atmosphere.
- Guests who find it handy to cook something so as not to eat out every time.
Good to know
There is a nightclub inside the hostel itself: if you are a light sleeper, it may not be the place for you. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00. Compare with other options on our page of hostels.