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      Athens Backpackers

      509 Reviews
      #4 of 67 Specialty Lodging in Athens
      12 Makri Str. | Makrigianni, Athens 117 42, Greece
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      4.0
      509 reviews
      • Excellent38%
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      “rooftop bar” (68 reviews)
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      Free Wifi
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      1 - 5 of 374 reviews

      Reviewed yesterday
      Great location for a solo traveller

      Had a great experience here. Had an easy check in and out that was open 24 hours a day, with friendly and helpful staff. Was in a 6 person room. Beds were comfy enough and it wasn't too loud. Would have liked a powerpoint near...More

      Thank Sophie P
      Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
      Lucas made my night top bloke

      My stay here was awesome Close to all of the main attractions, nice neat aircon!! Rooms Reception ppl are nice and helpful, and my favourite the ROOFTOP bar with Lucas the bar tender is a must friendly and makes great cocktails! Greek bbq by Peter...More

      Thank Claytonsi
      Response from Athensstudios, Manager at Athens BackpackersResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Traveler. Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. I am very happy to hear that our staff made your feel at home. This is really one of the things that we try to maintain in our hostel. Hoping to...More

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      Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
      Average

      Sheets were stained, bathroom flooded, had to ask multiple times for toilet paper to be restocked. Breakfast average. Rooftop bar was nice, only open after 6pm - it seemed the hostel encouraged people to spend more money there and their associated sports bar rather than...More

      Thank A TripAdvisor Member
      Response from Athensstudios, Manager at Athens BackpackersResponded 1 week ago

      Dear Guest, We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with such detailed feedback about your stay. I am very sorry to hear that several things throughout your stay did not meet your expectations. Please note that your concerns have been passed on to...More

      Reviewed 4 weeks ago
      Safest location in Athens

      I travel solo (by motorcycle) and stay in hotels, but sometimes it's nice to meet fellow travelers so this hostel is perfect for that. After all, it's just for a night or 2 stay for me and I don't need 5 star stuff. This hostel...More

      Thank MaritimesGuy
      Response from Athensstudios, Manager at Athens BackpackersResponded 3 weeks ago

      Dear Guest. I appreciate your positive feedback about our hostel. We do take pride in catering to our guests' needs the best way we can. If you're traveling to our area gain soon, don't hesitate to call us.

      Reviewed 4 weeks ago
      Athens Studios and Rooftop bar the Tops!

      We stayed in a room at the Athens Studios, the "sister" accommodation to the backpackers. It is a 5 min walk from the backpackers and next to the Athens Sports Bar and Laundry they own. A nice room with a balcony and air con, plus...More

      Thank LeavingGoodTips
      Response from Athensstudios, Manager at Athens BackpackersResponded 3 weeks ago

      Wow! What a wonderful review, we truly appreciate your trust in us. I am very happy to hear that our staff and service met your needs and expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to the hostel in the near future.

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      About
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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Breakfast included
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Breakfast included
      • Self-Serve Laundry
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
      • Microwave
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      • Bar/Lounge
      Details
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      • $27 - $142 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Non-Smoking Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 5
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      • Thissio / Makriyanni
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      Thissio / Makriyanni
      Named after the well-preserved Thission (ancient
      temple of Hephaestus), Thissio is blessed with a small
      wooded park and some less frenetic streets that offer
      numerous quieter places to stay and eat. Largely
      pedestrianized Apostolou Pavlou Street runs between
      the Acropolis and forested Filopappou Hill, well worth
      climbing for more great panoramas, until it merges
      with Dionysiou Areopagitou Street. This leads to the
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      Intrepid524
      April 21, 2017|
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      Response from Athensstudios | Property representative |
      Hi! There are many supermarkets located in the area at walking distance between 2-5 minutes depending which one you choose!
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      February 17, 2017|
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      Response from Athensstudios | Property representative |
      Hi, The 6 person delux dorm is at the athensstudios property a 3 min walk from the backpackers and has a kitchen in the room. Its slightly bigger and is newer. Both are fantastic options but I personally prefer the 6... More
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      Response from Anastasia218 | Reviewed this property |
      train from airport to athens downtown
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      "Get the 3 bed dorm if possible, it's better for getting some sleep unless you're a partier"
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      "Female only room was great"
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