Junior King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Athens · Attica
Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre By Ihg
A 5-star hotel in Athens' Ilisia district, praised for its dining, location, and rooftop breakfast views of Lycabettus Hill.
- Dining rated 9/10 by guests
- Close to metro station (Line 3 direct to airport)
- Seasonal outdoor pool and fitness centre
8.1
Great
582 reviews
Booking.com 8.1 · 582 reviews
About
Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre By Ihg
Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre By Ihg is a 5-star hotel on Michalakopoulou Street, in the Ilisia district of Athens. It sits within 2 km of the National Garden and about a 25-minute walk from the Temple of Olympian Zeus. The hotel provides a cash machine and currency exchange on site.
Rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea and coffee facilities. Families can book a non-smoking Family Room with two double beds, and there are club-level options with lounge access. The property also has a restaurant, bar, seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, and fitness centre.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Outstanding dining — Guests rate the food highly, from the buffet breakfast to dinner desserts, with rooftop views of Lycabettus Hill.
- Excellent location for exploring — Close to a metro station on Line 3 (direct to the airport), a short ride from Syntagma, and within walking distance of major sights.
- Comfortable, quiet rooms — Soundproofed rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars; guests found them clean and functional.
- Family-friendly facilities — Non-smoking Family Rooms with two double beds, a seasonal outdoor pool, children's menu, and board games.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Mixed first impression — While many guests praised the staff, one review described the welcome as 'cold'.
- Rooms and cleanliness scored lower — The hotel's rating for rooms and cleanliness (7/10) lags behind its dining score, suggesting some variation in room standards.
- No pets allowed — If you're travelling with a dog or cat, this property won't accommodate them.
- Check-in window ends at midnight — Late arrivals can check in until 23:59; you'll need to arrange for anything later.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Premium Double Room Two Double Beds Lounge Access
- 2 Double beds
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Standard Twin Room Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Twin Room Non-Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Club King Room Non Smoking
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Premium King Room Smoking
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Standard Room
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room Smoking
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Premium Room
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Superior Double Room Non-Smoking
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Single Room Smoking
- 1 Single bed
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Family Room Non-Smoking
- 2 Double beds
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Single Room Non-Smoking
- 1 Single bed
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Executive Suite Smoking
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essentials
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Flat-screen TV
- Safe deposit box
- Electric kettle
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Ironing facilities
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Car hire
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour security
- Key card access
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- In-room breakfast
- Children's menu
- Welcome drink
Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Massage
- Fitness centre
- Leisure/ TV room
- Board games
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Business & Events
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Accessibility & Safety
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Soundproofed rooms
- Lift
Family
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Family Room Non-Smoking
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 582 reviews
Booking.com · 8.1 · 582 reviews
8.1Verified guest“My room was spotless and the bathroom was huge — exactly what I needed. The safe and lounge area were thoughtful extras.”
8.1Verified guest“Great location, easy walking distance to the hotel from the metro, and the area stays pretty quiet. Service was good, food excellent, and free Wi-Fi worked everywhere. A go-to spot in Athens.”
8.1Verified guest“After another hotel in Athens, this was a pleasant surprise. Clean, functional room, excellent breakfast with fresh pastries, easy access to the city, and the pool was a nice way to unwind.”
8.1Verified guest“Breakfast was generous, served in the restaurant with a huge variety. Location near the metro station was handy.”
8.1Verified guest“Not much to complain about, but the welcome felt very cold.”
8.1Verified guest“The staff were efficient and professional.”
04 — Location
Getting around Athens
The property sits in Athens.
Getting around: The hotel is close to a metro station on Line 3, which goes directly to the airport. Syntagma is just two short stops away.
Sights nearby: The Temple of Olympian Zeus is about a 25-minute walk, and the National Garden is within 2 km. Lycabettus Hill offers views from the rooftop breakfast.
50 Michalakopoulou Street, Athens, Attica, 11528, Greece
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 362 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at the property.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool, plus a leisure/TV room and sauna.
Is there a restaurant or bar on site?
Yes, the hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge area, and in-room breakfast is available.
The bottom line
Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre By Ihg delivers on the essentials: a strong breakfast, a convenient location near the metro, and comfortable, quiet rooms. It's a reliable pick for both business and leisure, especially if you value dining and easy airport access.
8.1A solid 5-star choice with a few minor caveats on welcome and room consistency.
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