Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Athens · Attica
Athinaikon Hotel - Athens
A 1-star hotel in the heart of Athens' Psiri district, offering simple, clean rooms and a central base for exploring the city.
- Central Psiri location, a short walk from Monastiraki metro station
- Friendly, helpful staff praised by guests
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms and 24-hour reception
7.3
good
2510 reviews
Booking.com 7.3 · 2510 reviews
About
Athinaikon Hotel - Athens
Athinaikon Hotel sits on Evripidou Street in Psiri, a lively area of graffiti-covered cottages, antique shops and ouzeris. It is a 750-metre walk to Eridanos and about 20 minutes on foot to the Acropolis Museum. The hotel has 26 rooms, some with sea views, and offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and a leisure/TV room.
Rooms are basic but practical, each with a shower, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The hotel also provides free toiletries, an electric kettle, cots on request and a safe deposit box. Breakfast is available for a fee, and guests consistently note the staff's willingness to go out of their way to help.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Leisure/ TV room
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central location in Psiri — Guests repeatedly highlight the convenience: a short walk to Monastiraki station, close to nightlife, shops and attractions.
- Helpful and friendly staff — The team is consistently described as accommodating, professional and going out of their way – from ordering pizza to helping with refunds.
- Clean, basic rooms — Guests note cleanliness, daily housekeeping and good value for a one-star property.
- Good value for money — With low nightly rates, free Wi-Fi and essential amenities, guests feel they get more than expected for the price.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Thin walls and noise — Some guests mention hearing neighbours and street noise, though rooms at the back are quieter.
- Basic rooms only — Rooms are simple – no frills, just the essentials. Some have fridges but not all.
- Area can feel sketchy at night — One reviewer notes the location is 'on the edge' of a less polished area, so it's not the most polished spot after dark.
- No pets allowed — If you're travelling with an animal, this isn't the place – the policy is strictly no pets.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Quadruple Room
- 2 Double beds
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Triple Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Connectivity
- Free Wi-Fi
In-room
- Air conditioning
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Safe deposit box
Family
- Cots
Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.3/10 from 2,510 reviews
Booking.com · 7.3 · 2510 reviews
7.3Verified guest“Rooms are cheap and tidy, with a private bathroom and all the essentials. The staff are genuinely helpful and professional. The location is central, very close to both Omonia and Monastiraki stations, and Monastiraki's nightlife is right nearby.”
7.3Verified guest“They clean the room and the bathroom every day.”
7.3Verified guest“The location was great, just a 3-minute walk straight up a street from Monastiraki train station. The people running the hotel were very pleasant. Couldn't ask for more, especially for a one-star rating. Nothing fancy, but a great spot to start exploring Athens.”
7.3Verified guest“Excellent location, a short walk from the metro, and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful.”
7.3Verified guest“This hotel exceeded my expectations. The location is good, between Plaka and Omonia, on the edge of the sketchy area. Rooms are basic but clean with fresh sheets and towels. Wi-Fi worked in my 3rd-floor room. I had a room at the back and could barely hear traffic. The walls are thin and I could hear loud neighbors, but the best part was the woman who works there – so nice and helpful. She even ordered a pizza for me one night and had it delivered to my room, and gave me a bottle of ouzo when I left. Great value, new towels daily, definitely recommend.”
7.3Verified guest“The food was appetising with lots of choice. Rooms were basic and functional with a bathroom, and the staff were genuinely helpful.”
04 — Location
Getting around Athens
The property sits in Athens.
Getting around: Monastiraki metro station is about a 3-minute walk, giving you direct access to the rest of Athens. Omonia station is also close.
Eating and nightlife: Psiri is packed with ouzeris and bars; Monastiraki's nightlife is nearby. The hotel is a short walk to O Thanasis for takeout.
Sightseeing: The Acropolis Museum is about a 20-minute walk away, and the area around Psiri is full of antique shops and street art.
40 Evripidou Street, Athens, Attica, 10552, 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 13:30-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- 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
- 26 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 13:30 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is breakfast available?
Yes, breakfast is available for a fee, and guests have described it as good with lots of choice.
Can I bring my pet?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available and has been reported as reliable by guests.
Does the hotel offer luggage storage?
Yes, guests have used the baggage storage facility, which is handy for late flights.
Are there rooms with air conditioning?
Yes, all room types come with air conditioning as standard.
The bottom line
For travellers who want a cheap, clean bed in a lively central Athens neighbourhood and don't need amenities beyond the basics, Athinaikon delivers. The staff and location make up for the simple rooms.
7.3A solid budget pick for exploring Athens on foot.
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