King George Athens
Old-world Athenian grandeur meets contemporary Greek identity. Classic and aristocratic without being stuffy — muted tones, rich fabrics, polished marble. The smaller, more intimate sister to the grande dame Grande Bretagne next door.
Book the Tudor Hall outdoor terrace table at sunset for unobstructed Acropolis views — reserve well in advance and specifically request outdoor seating
Why It Matters
One of Athens' most historically significant hotels, open since 1930, with the only Michelin-starred restaurant in the city that combines serious cooking with a direct Acropolis view. The Penthouse Suite on the 9th floor is widely cited as the best hotel room in Athens. Part of Marriott's Luxury Collection.
A 1930s neoclassical landmark right on Syntagma Square, the King George has 102 rooms and suites done up in hardwood floors, hand-picked antiques, and Frette linen. It's intimate for the address — small enough to feel like a proper boutique, with a Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant and a Penthouse Suite that has its own private pool looking straight at the Acropolis. The lobby alone is worth the visit: Murano glass chandeliers, marble floors, and a rotating collection of contemporary Greek art.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Classic Guest Room
The entry-level room at King George. Overlooks the quiet inner courtyard rather than the street. Hardwood floors, antiques, classic cornicing, and silk drapes set the tone. Marble bathroom with rainfall shower. Good for light sleepers who want to avoid square noise.
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Deluxe Guest Room
Step up from Classic and you get city or Acropolis-facing views. Some have walk-out balconies. Same refined aesthetic — antiques, silk drapes, hardwood floors — but with the bonus of gazing at the Parthenon from your window or balcony.
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Deluxe Suite
One-bedroom suite with a courtyard view and a generous separate living room that includes an additional flat-screen TV. Herringbone hardwood floors, stenciled ceilings, mahogany desk. Bigger than the Junior and a good choice for longer stays.
KingExecutive Acropolis Suite
One-bedroom suite with direct Acropolis views and a dedicated office area. Separate living room with separate bathroom. Marble-clad throughout, and the kind of room where you wake up to the Parthenon.
KingGrand Suite
One of the hotel's statement suites, available with city or Acropolis views. Several units on floors 5-6 feature large private balconies overlooking Syntagma Square — reportedly the best balcony views in either King George or the adjacent Grande Bretagne. Full separate living room.
KingJunior Suite
One-bedroom suite with a partially separate living area and courtyard views. More space than the standard rooms and a good mid-point if you want to spread out without going full grand suite. Art details and bespoke furnishings elevate the feel.
KingPenthouse Suite
Two bedrooms. Ninth floor. Private outdoor pool looking straight at the Acropolis. This is the best hotel room in Athens, full stop. Reached via a private elevator, it has floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, a sunken soaking tub in the master bedroom, walk-in closets, a full kitchen, living room, interior dining space, and a terrace that seats up to ten. The pool and terrace views are panoramic — you can see the city, the Acropolis, and the full sweep of Athens.
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Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A daily tasting moment at 5pm at Tudor Hall Restaurant. The current signature is 'Skotyri' — a traditional cheese from Ios island presented as a tart with pistachios, fig chutney, and aged mizithra mousse. Complimentary for diners.
A 40-minute guided journey through Greek vineyards at the Wine Library of Hotel Grande Bretagne next door. Learn about indigenous grape varieties with a professional sommelier. Available Thursdays at 18:00, minimum 4 guests, maximum 14.
King George runs a rotating contemporary Greek art collection throughout the lobby, featuring established painters like Pavlos Samios and Kostis Georgiou. Works are displayed for guests to discover informally and can be purchased through the artists' representatives at the hotel.
Visit the Wine Library at Hotel Grande Bretagne and enjoy a glass of wine with Greek cheese bites while the sommelier explains grape varieties. Available daily except Thursdays, 17:00–18:00. For hotel residents only.
The Les Clefs d'Or certified concierge Apostolos Papayiannakis arranges full private tours of the Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum, National Archaeological Museum, Benaki Museum, and Byzantine Museum. Also organizes island day trips (Hydra, Poros, Aegina) and coastal drives to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
3 distinctive meeting rooms within the Ballroom complex. Suitable for board meetings, conferences, and weddings.
Free in-room and public area Wi-Fi for Marriott Bonvoy members; available to all guests.
Babysitting referrals available through the concierge. Children's menus available in Tudor Hall and for in-room dining.
On-site retail including the KG Perfumery and a Vilebrequin boutique pop-up store.
In-room dining available around the clock with an authentic selection of local and international dishes.
Certified destination expert available 24/7. Can arrange private tours, restaurant bookings, transfers, shopping tours, ferry and airline tickets, and floral services.
No dedicated hotel parking. Three public parking lots are available nearby. Private car and limousine service can be arranged via the concierge.
The hotel does not offer electric vehicle charging stations.
Syntagma metro station is directly across the street, serving both Lines 2 and 3. Line 3 runs express to Athens International Airport in approximately 40 minutes.
Complimentary fitness center with treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, stair climbers, free weights, strength machines, and locker rooms. Open 24/7.
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