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The Ilisian Launches in Spring 2026: A New Destination for Athenians and International Travellers to Meet, Connect & Experience Modern Athens

Opening in Spring 2026, The Ilisian introduces a new destination for the Greek capital. More than a redevelopment, it is the revival of an Athenian landmark and the creation of a cultural district in its own right. Rooted in the Ilisia neighbourhood and shaped by the city's relationship with art, architecture and community, The Ilisian brings together a hotel, branded residences, a members' club, a significant wellness offering and a collection of dining and social spaces that invite Athenians and international travellers to meet, connect and experience Authentic Modern Athens. Its setting, within walking distance of major museums, ancient sites and contemporary neighbourhoods, places it at the natural crossroads of old and new Athens.

Bob W signs long-term lease for former Athens office building as operator ramps up European expansion

Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has signed a long-term lease agreement to transform 4,500 sq m of an Athens office building into 130 design-led serviced apartments.The operator has exchanged contracts with developer-landlord Blend Development for 54 Stadiou Street, situated in an ultra-prime location in the historic city centre and close to a range of major landmarks and transport links. Located in the heart of Athens, Bob W Stadiou will offer easy access to the city's best shopping, dining and visitor attractions. Just a short walk away, Ermou Street - Athens' premier shopping district - features a range of international brands, boutique stores and artisan shops.The former office will undergo a full conversion into premium serviced apartments, offering customers a blend of tech-driven convenience, sustainable design and a hyper-local guest experience. It comes as the firm continues to trailblaze in repurposing former commercial assets into high-quality, design-led accommodations.Bob W Stadiou will also be its third property in Athens, joining Bob W Akadimia and Bob W Eolou. The latest lease agreement further strengthens Bob W's broader European expansion, bringing its total number of units to over 5,000 across the continent.Fit-out works at 54 Stadiou Street have already begun, with Bob W Stadiou set to welcome its first guests this winter. Refurbishment works will enhance the building's energy efficiency with modern insulation, energy-saving lighting and water-efficient features - all powered by 100% renewable electricity.The latest lease agreement comes after Bob W launched its latest sustainability report, as well as the Lodging Emissions & Guest-night Impact Tracker (LEGIT). The new carbon measurement tool, developed in collaboration with environmental consultancy Furthr, provides operators and guests with detailed environmental impact metrics for each room type.

Grecotel Opens 46-Key "the Dolli" In Athens, Greece

The Dolli, a boutique hotel, made its grand debut in the heart of Athens early in 2023, just a stone's throw away from the iconic Acropolis. Nestled within this establishment are 46 thoughtfully curated spaces, ranging from rooms and apartments to pieds-à-terre, all of which are crafted by Suited Interior Design. Guests are treated to an array of luxurious amenities, including an infinity pool, an exclusive spa, a modern gym, and a rooftop dining experience offering breathtaking views of the Athenian skyline.

Fresh Hotel Athens: Celebrating Contradictions

Working with renowned Italian interior designer Paola Navone's Otto studio, Fresh Hotel in Athens debuts a bold expansion and fresh new look. Connecting its original modernist building with a neighboring neoclassical structure, the hotel now opens to one of the city's most historic boulevards and features a brand-new restaurant, roof terrace, and 15 additional guestrooms—many of which boast views of the Acropolis. Combining contemporary, historic, and folkloric design elements, the property has been transformed into a microcosm of the city beyond; a place where old meets new, where contradictions are points of celebration. Click here to view Fresh Hotel on designhotels.com.

Apollo Palm, A New Boutique Hotel Experience Opens In Athens

- Apollo Palm is proud to officially open its doors as an entirely new hotel experience steeped in Athens' distinct creative spirit. Offering a balanced juxtaposition of luxury, comfort and glamor, Apollo Palm is an inspired destination for local creatives and travelers from around the world. The hotel's authentic Mediterranean atmosphere and design ethos, nodding to the nearby Aegean and Mediterranean Seas, brings forth a new era of hospitality for the rapidly evolving Psyrri neighborhood of Athens. Neighboring the Agora of Athens, the once beating heart of ancient Athenian ideals, civilization, beauty and history, Psyrri now plays host to an exciting café scene, open-air galleries, and globally-inspired bars and restaurants. This confluence of old and new perfectly sets the stage for the newcomer hotel, an ideal homebase from which to explore the surrounding hub of global contemp9orary art and culture.

Moxy Athens City Brings 201 Guestrooms to Greece

Moxy Athens City opened its doors yesterday boldly reinventing the traditional hotel stay in one of the world's oldest cities. This new hotel will offer fun hunter travelers a playful stay in a city bursting with ancient history, vibrant culture and a thriving social scene. Moxy Athens City is located by Stadiou Street, the perfect starting point to discover the wonders of Athens from the Acropolis and the Parthenon to the picturesque neighborhood of Plaka. Just a short walk away is Syntagma Square and Ermou Street, where fun hunters can find shops, trendy restaurants and bars.

Introducing Gatsby Athens Hotel

The historic city of Athens— a long-time favorite of holidaymakers — unveils its newest luxury hotel, Gatsby Athens. The new property opened its doors in autumn 2021 and has yet received no UK exposure. Bringing a new energy to the Greek capital and views of the Acopolis, Gatsby Athens offers new lease on outdated luxury by balancing sophisticated design and personalised, attentive service with one-of-a-kind food, beverage and entertainment offerings reflecting the best of the cultural and social milieu of its location.

xenodocheio Milos Opens on 15th January As The First 5* Food Destination Hotel in Athens

xenodocheio Milos is delighted to announce it will officially open on 15th January 2022 to become the home of estiatorio Milos and of all its distinguished guests from around the world. A place where "philoxenia", the sacred art of making a stranger feel like home, derives from unparalleled taste and world class hospitality. xenodocheio Milos is located in downtown Athens opposite Old Parliament, an area, bursting with history and celebrates the best of Greek heritage, art and cuisine. Elegant and refined, this authentic culinary hotel experience is the very first luxury boutique hotel of the world-renowned Greek restaurant estiatorio Milos, carrying the inspiring story of Milos to its next chapter.

Villa Brown Ermou Is Open In Greece

Urban hotel collection Brown Hotels, has today announced the official launch of its first propertie in Athens, Greece, marking the third international location for the Tel Aviv-born hotel group. Expanding into the Greek capital, Brown Hotels has opened unique hotel in the heart of Athens, ushering in a new wave of hospitality to the increasingly popular destination. 

DAVE Red Athens Is Now Open

Urban hotel collection Brown Hotels, has today announced the official launch of its first propertie in Athens, Greece, marking the third international location for the Tel Aviv-born hotel group. Expanding into the Greek capital, Brown Hotels has opened unique hotel in the heart of Athens, ushering in a new wave of hospitality to the increasingly popular destination. 

The First MGallery Property in Greece - Athens Capital Hotel - Is Now Open

Athens Capital Hotel - MGallery has officially opened its doors, bringing the brand's captivating style to the very central location of Syntagma Square in Athens. This new beacon of hospitality signifies the arrival of the MGallery Hotel Collection in Greece, introducing visitors to this upscale, cultural and highly visited city through a stay that embodies art in all its expressions, contemporary gastronomy and bespoke accommodations. Athens Capital Hotel - MGallery is the perfect starting point from which to discover Athens, a unique European metropolis which embodies an indulgent combination of ancient character and contemporary lifestyle through sightseeing, high-end shopping and art in all its forms. From the Acropolis of Athens to the Odeon of Herodes, a remarkable landmark awaits behind every turn, and this truly experiential hotel will forge unforgettable memories for its guests by leading them on an evocative journey through the city's hidden gems. The hotel boasts 177 guestrooms, including 18 suites and one impressive Presidential Suite which will provide an unparalleled experience of hospitality. Each room is its own aesthetic universe, celebrating the sheer elegance of pure lines and noble materials with designs that subtly integrate Greek symbols and patterns, whilst its views showcase the vibrant Greek capital in all its glory. Delightful cuisine and charming service are hallmarks of the hotel's restaurants and bars, providing an experience that's both soulful and refined, sparking feelings of warmth in guests and allowing them to form a genuine connection with the city. The MFlavours Main Restaurant will take diners on a journey to the Mediterranean in its refined yet relaxed setting, while the property's Galerie Café on the ground floor will serve as the area's newest and most in-demand urban meeting point; the ultimate hot spot to converge in the beating heart of Athens. The Mappemonde Rooftop Pool Bar is the city's new place to be, sharing its panoramic views of this multifaceted destination from morning until night. It is graced by the most impressive part of the Mappemonde installation, a stunning collection by George Lappas which was created in 1988 and includes 3,000 pieces, most of which are staged along the hotel's atrium area spanning from the 10th floor to the lobby, creating an impressive interactive masterpiece to trigger the curious minds. Every MGallery Hotel Collection stay is enriched with unique storytelling; this is why each one leads its guests on a journey through its own special Iconic Object, an item of great significance to the city, and Memorable Moments, an experience which introduces guests to the distinctive character of the area. At Athens Capital Hotel - MGallery, the Iconic Object is the emblematic Akrokeramon, a show of architectural finesse which graces the city's neoclassical buildings and is symbolic of the hotel's philosophy and unique sense of hospitality. Its Memorable Moment, crafting the traditional Komboloi, is here to draw guests on a journey through time to an authentic Greek workshop, to help foster memories that they will never forget.

Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts In Athens With Opening Of Academia Of Athens

Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International's dynamic portfolio of more than 170 independent hotels and resorts around the world, today announced the opening of its newest addition, Academia of Athens. Inspired by ancient Greek philosophers' wisdom, historical landmarks, and the vibrant culture of the contemporary city, Academia of Athens combines the heritage of the city with a bold and modern exterior.

Marriott International’s Signature Brand, Marriott Hotels, Signs Agreement to Return to Athens in 2018

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR)'s new agreement with Chandris Hotels will mark the return of the Marriott Hotel brand to the vibrant city of Athens, following an absence of more than two years. Once the hotel completes its $15 million transformation, the Athens Marriott Hotel will debut in 2018 with 366 guestrooms and the welcoming service and world-class amenities that Marriott guests worldwide expect.

Perianth Hotel - A neo-modernist masterpiece set to open in Athens

Located on Athens' Agia Eirini, a perfectly situated and charming Byzantine-era square that is off the tourist trail, Perianth Hotel is a modern refuge in this ancient city. Opening mid-July, the hotel is the creation of three siblings—Konstantinos, Anastasia and Alexandra Sgoumpopoulou—whose career paths and passions cross merchant shipping, art, and fashion, and pays ample homage to the Athenian modern movement. A 1930s building has undergone a full transformation—one that sees Greek star-designers K-Studio take the reins, choosing terrazzo floors, marble furniture, and glass brick to convey contemporary Greece. The hotel also shares its space with the Zen Center Athens, a unique institution devoted to meditation, martial arts, yoga, and Eastern philosophy.

Perianth Hotel - A neo-modernist masterpiece set to open in Athens

Located on Athens' Agia Eirini, a perfectly situated and charming Byzantine-era square that is off the tourist trail, Perianth Hotel is a modern refuge in this ancient city. Opening mid-July, the hotel is the creation of three siblings—Konstantinos, Anastasia and Alexandra Sgoumpopoulou—whose career paths and passions cross merchant shipping, art, and fashion, and pays ample homage to the Athenian modern movement. A 1930s building has undergone a full transformation—one that sees Greek star-designers K-Studio take the reins, choosing terrazzo floors, marble furniture, and glass brick to convey contemporary Greece. The hotel also shares its space with the Zen Center Athens, a unique institution devoted to meditation, martial arts, yoga, and Eastern philosophy.

Perianth Hotel opens in Athens

Located on Athens' Agia Eirini, a perfectly situated and charming Byzantine-era square that is off the tourist trail, Perianth Hotel is a modern refuge in this ancient city. Opening mid-July, the hotel is the creation of three siblings—Konstantinos, Anastasia and Alexandra Sgoumpopoulou—whose career paths and passions cross merchant shipping, art, and fashion, and pays ample homage to the Athenian modern movement. A 1930s building has undergone a full transformation—one that sees Greek star-designers K-Studio take the reins, choosing terrazzo floors, marble furniture, and glass brick to convey contemporary Greece. The hotel also shares its space with the Zen Center Athens, a unique institution devoted to meditation, martial arts, yoga, and Eastern philosophy.