St. George Lycabettus

"I booked this property expecting a true 5-star experience, but it turned out to be one of the worst hotel stays I have ever had. The service and cleanliness standards fall far below basic luxury hospitality. From the moment we arrived, there was zero porter or bellhop assistance. Accessing our room required navigating flights of stairs, forcing us to haul heavy luggage down on our own without any staff helping us. To make matters worse, when inspecting the bedding, we found visible dirt and stains on the linens, as well as a cheap zipped pillow protector rather than proper, clean, high-end hotel bedding. Carrying heavy luggage up and down stairs without help, combined with unhygienic bedding, is completely unacceptable for a 5-star hotel. Save your money and stay elsewhere—this property severely misrepresents its quality."

"Linda and I came for a wedding in Athens and wanted somewhere central. We arrived in the evening and found our room neat, clean, well appointed and modern with a view of the Acropolis from the balcony. Tired from the journey we went to the sixth floor restaurant and asked for something light. The staff were kind and attentive but we were completely taken by the view. Watching the sun roll down the distant mountain was priceless. The meal was great, too! Over the next few days, breakfast on the Grand balcony, lunch in the Vertigo Bar and several evening meals were an absolute delight. Reception, breakfast, dining and especially the Vertigo staff were wonderful, complimented by helpful and attentive cleaning staff. All added to a memorable stay and we are already thinking about the next one. If I could give six stars, I would."

"Lovely hotel, we arrived early, so went to Vertigo for lunch and the pool until our room was ready. Room 301 has no view of anything, a wall of fake plants, but the AC is cold, room is clean and was fine for our 2 night stay. Location is quiet, but there are a lot of steps downhill to the restaurants and shops in Kolonaki, quite a climb back up. Taxis are plentiful and the front desk is happy to arrange. We requested breakfast boxes, due to an early Acropolis tour, room service and breakfast start at 7:30 am. Very close to Mount Lycabettus for a morning or evening hike or cable car ride. The staff was friendly and able to accomodate our requests."