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Once known for smog, traffic and tacky architecture, Athens is a city reformed thanks to fortunes brought by the 2004 Summer Olympics. Spotless parks and streets, an ultra-modern subway, new freeways, an accessible airport and all signs in perfect English make the city easily negotiable. Meriting more than a stopover en route to the islands, sophisticated Athens sites include many pillars of Western history, from the Acropolis to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, as well as treasures in the National... more » Once known for smog, traffic and tacky architecture, Athens is a city reformed thanks to fortunes brought by the 2004 Summer Olympics. Spotless parks and streets, an ultra-modern subway, new freeways, an accessible airport and all signs in perfect English make the city easily negotiable. Meriting more than a stopover en route to the islands, sophisticated Athens sites include many pillars of Western history, from the Acropolis to the Temple of Olympian Zeus, as well as treasures in the National Archaeological Museum. « less
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“Quiet, safe Athens hotel at a good price”

Alexandros

4 of 5 stars
Micky-Man
Northern California
Jul 18, 2009

The Alexandros is about 1 mile from the Plaka or the Acropolis, but we can recommend it. The rooms are adequate, the breakfast buffet was included and good, especially the coffee, the staff was very...more

“would definitely stay here again”

The Student & Travellers Inn

4 of 5 stars
charmmykitty1
vancouver
Jul 18, 2009

this was my first hostel experience and i'm glad i tried it. the location is very central - the area is surrounded by restaurants (not great restaurants but at least there's something to eat) within...more

“this place is great!!!”

The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort

5 of 5 stars
ware2nxt
california
Jul 17, 2009

from the moment i stepped onto the property, i was blown away. the pictures on the hotel's website and the pictures that other travelers have posted do this place no justice. everything was perfect...more

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