The Hotel Palace Athens Riviera is a four-star hotel on the seafront promenade of Posidonos Avenue, on the southern coast of Athens. It has an outdoor pool, a restaurant next to it and a rooftop bar with views over the Saronic Gulf. It is a good fit if you want the beach but would also like to be a little closer to the centre than in Vouliagmeni.
Location and getting around
It is 2.2 km from the centre of Glyfada and 7.3 km from Flisvos Marina. The Acropolis is 10.8 km away and the port of Piraeus 10.7 km; to get there, the tram, the bus or a taxi is the most practical option. According to the hotel, the tram and a direct bus line to the airport are nearby. The airport is 19.8 km away. You can see other places to stay in the same category in 4-star hotels.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have parquet floors, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with a shower or bath, a hairdryer and toiletries. Most have a furnished balcony with views over the gulf.
Breakfast is a buffet. The Inn restaurant, next to the pool, serves à la carte lunches and buffet dinners. On the roof, the Enigma bar serves cocktails and light dishes. There is a sun terrace and free Wi-Fi.
Who it suits
- You want to watch the sunset from a rooftop bar.
- You are arriving or leaving by bus to or from the airport.
- A pool and a nearby beach are all you need to relax.
Good to know
Check-in has set hours: from 14:00 to 21:00. There is no mention of later arrivals being accepted. You will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. Check-out is from 06:00 to 12:00.