Travel deeper and learn more about the arts and history of one of the world’s largest cities, Athens. As the capital and largest city of Greece, you will stumble upon many ancient buildings and architecture such as Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon, and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Surrounding the city are breathtaking nature sites such as National Garden and Mount Lycabettus. With so much to see and things to do in Athens, many hotels in the city provide private balconies or posh rooftop pools for travellers to admire the stunning city view. Scroll down to find out the top 10 hotels with pool in Athens, Greece.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to pool. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel (from USD 1002)
One of the grandest Athens hotels with pools, Hotel Grande Bretagne is a dream hotel with its lavishly furnished European interior. The hotel is less than a 15-minute car ride to many iconic attractions in Athens such as the first-ever Olympic stadium, Lycabettus Hill, and National Garden. There are two pools at Hotel Grande Bretagne, a heated indoor pool that looks like a modern version of an ancient bath in Rome and a rooftop pool offering magnificent views of Lycabettus Hill.
Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens
Address: 1 Vasileos Georgiou A’ str.
980 meters (0.7 ft) from Acropolis of Athens
2. Electra Palace Hotel Athens (from USD 414)
Reasonable pricing for a luxurious experience in the heart of Athens.
Rooftop pool, spa, and restaurant with breathtaking views of the Acropolis. Comfortable and well-appointed rooms with attentive staff.
Conveniently located in the Plaka area, within walking distance of major attractions and shopping areas.
Extensive and delicious breakfast buffet with a view of the Acropolis. Excellent dining options with great food and views.
Marble-tiled bathrooms, hot tubs and rooms with balconies, Electra Palace Hotel Athens sure sounds like a sweet place to stay. Nestled in Athen’s oldest neighbourhood Plaka, you will be able to conveniently explore historical and cultural attractions such as National Archaeological Museum and Engraving and Graphic Arts (Mousio Charaktikis ke Grafikon Technion). You will be spoilt for choice with two pools at Electra Palace Hotel Athens. The indoor pool is located within the hotel’s wellness centre, which is a popular facility among guests during winter as the pool is heated. The outdoor pool is located on the rooftop, directly facing Acropolis of Athens.
Electra Palace Athens
Address: 18-20 N.Nikodimou street
574 meters (0.4 ft) from Acropolis of Athens
3. St George Lycabettus (from USD 228)
If you’re visiting Greece for luxury shopping and Greek fine dining, St George Lycabettus is the best place to stay as it is situated right in the heart of Kolonaki. Kolonaki is a neighbourhood filled with boutique shops and galleries, so it comes as no surprise that you can find an art gallery within the hotel too! After a day of shopping, relax at the rooftop pool which features a view so breathtaking that St George Lycabettus won Best Rooftop View Hotel at World Luxury Hotel Awards.
St George Lycabettus Lifestyle Hotel
Address: 2, Kleomenous Str
1.71 km (1.1 mi) from Acropolis of Athens
4. Grand Hyatt Athens (from USD 415)
Slightly pricey, with a €100 per day security deposit.
Excellent pool, sauna, and rooftop swimming pool with stunning views of the Acropolis. Good business center and spa facilities. Free shuttle bus to the main area for shopping.
Great location with a direct view of the Parthenon, though a bit far from the city center. Easy access to nearby attractions and a central area for shopping.
Varied and high-quality breakfast with proactive and friendly staff. However, the food is a bit pricey for Athens, and the breakfast buffet could use more variety and rotation of dishes.
Grand Hyatt Athens is one of the latest additions to Athens’ hotels with pools. Opened in 2018, the hotel has a contemporary, modern design all around. In the lobby, you can find contemporary art pieces and each room is fitted with a luxurious, monotone marble bathroom with free toiletries. A favourite choice among business travellers, Grand Hyatt Athens also provide laptops upon request. This also means you can travel light and save on baggage space! The indoor pool consists of a lap pool and a hot tub, with cushioned sunbeds for guests to relax. The highlight of Grand Hyatt Athens is its rooftop lap pool with poolside bar and restaurant serving Mediterranean and Asian cuisine.
Grand Hyatt Athens
Address: 115, Syngrou Avenue
1.71 km (1.1 mi) from Acropolis of Athens
5. Divani Palace Acropolis (from USD 227)
Each room at Divani Palace Acropolis has a private balcony, offering fantastic views of Acropolis and Filopappou Hill. While here, you get to be near popular cultural and natural attractions in Athens. You can also request for the hotel to arrange for a free shuttle to Syntagma Square. Divani Palace Acropolis features an outdoor pool where guests can comfortably swim laps and order snacks from the hotel’s poolside bar.
Divani Palace Acropolis
Address: 19-25 Parthenonos
446 meters (0.3 ft) from Acropolis of Athens
6. Divani Caravel (from USD 199)
Reasonably priced with spacious rooms and good value for money
Rooftop pool, bar, and restaurant with stunning views, gym facilities, and helpful staff
Convenient location near metro station, easy access to city center, and close to attractions and dining options
Excellent breakfast, delicious meals at the rooftop restaurant, but some inconsistencies with service and variety
From Divani Caravel, guests can indulge in unparalleled views of Lycabettus Hill and Acropolis. Luxury shopping in Kolonaki lies just a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Getting your daily workout done at Divani Caravel offers some of the best views of Athens. The fitness centre is on the ninth floor, and its wide windows will give you the motivation to push through your workout. For the best views of Acropolis, head to the hotel’s rooftop pool which is open all year round.
Divani Caravel
Address: 2 Vas. Alexandrou Ave
2.24 km (1.4 mi) from Acropolis of Athens
7. Athens Capital Center Hotel - MGallery Collection (from USD 323)
Set right in the centre of Athens, Athens Capital Center Hotel is less than a 10-minute walk from arts and natural attractions such as Museum of Cycladic Art, National Garden, and Syntagma Square. Take a dip in the hotel’s rooftop pool that gives the illusion of an infinity pool when near the edge. Spend a relaxing evening by taking a swim at the rooftop pool, resting on cushioned sun loungers along and within the pool, or having some drinks and snacks at the poolside bar.
Athens Capital Center Hotel - MGallery Collection
Address: Avenue Panepistimiou 4 Syndagma Square
1.09 km (0.7 mi) from Acropolis of Athens
8. Electra Metropolis (from USD 514)
Located right in the heart of Athens, you will find a luxurious five-star hotel. With just a five-minute walk to Syntagma Square and a three-minute walk from Syntagma Metro Station, Electra Metropolis is the place to stay for a buzzing time in Athens. You can spot the famous Acropolis of Athens from the hotel, especially from their rooftop swimming pool. There are also sunbeds within the pool so you can dip just your legs into the water while soaking up some vitamin D. To emphasise the affluence of Electra Metropolis, there’s even a man-made waterfall cascading down on one side of the pool.
Electra Metropolis
Address: Mitropoleos 15
694 meters (0.5 ft) from Acropolis of Athens
9. Coco-mat Athens BC (from USD 257)
Coco-mat Athens BC is a five-star hotel surrounded by iconic historical monuments such as Acropolis of Athens and Temple of Olympian Zeus. Nature is all around Coco-mat Athens BC as there are bird installations, a rooftop garden, and eco-gym equipment that uses no electric power. There is an indoor pool that has a more private and intimate setting, while those who prefer to admire Athen’s skyline can head to the rooftop pool. Coco-mat Athens BC’s rooftop pool has a unique ‘L’ shape, with huge round sunbeds placed within the pool which makes guests feel like they are floating on water.
Coco-mat Athens BC
Address: 5 Falirou, Αθήνα
557 meters (0.4 ft) from Acropolis of Athens
10. Hilton Athens (from USD 224)
Hilton Athens is conveniently located next to Evangelismos metro station that connects to Syntagma Square and Athens International Airport. Each room at Hilton Athens has a balcony with exceptional city views. At Hilton Athens, you’re never too far away from must-visit attractions such as National Garden, National Art Gallery, and Kolonaki district. Unlike the other hotels with pools on this list, the outdoor pool isn’t perched on the rooftop but it makes up for it with its huge family-friendly size and lots of sun loungers and sunshades surrounding the pool.
Hilton Athens
Address: 46 Vassilissis Sofias Avenue
2.22 km (1.4 mi) from Acropolis of Athens
Stay at the best hotels with pools in Athens
Visiting Athens is like a dream come true for any traveller. For the best holiday experience, start and end your day on a rooftop pool offering unrivalled views of the city or swim in indoor heated pools all year round. Whatever it is, maximise your trip to Athens with one of these top 10 hotels with pools in Athens, Greece.
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