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Enjoy Our Hotel Facilities After Exploring Athens
Experiences
In the heart of Athens, our hotel places you near iconic monuments such as the Parthenon and within walking distance of exclusive shopping, museums and the bustling business district. Guests often highlight the prime, walkable setting. Explore heritage destinations including Acropolis Hill, the New Acropolis Museum, and the ancient Agora, then wander historic neighborhoods like Plaka and Thission with cobblestone streets, small ouzerias, and tavernas. The Olympic Stadium of Modern Times is just five miles away, while the colorful Monastiraki Flea Market, less than a mile from our doors, offers authentic relics and indigenous flavors. For luxury shopping, Voukourestiou Street is also within walking distance, making us a smart choice for hotels near Plaka, Athens, Greece.
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Discover Athens
Perfectly situated for captivating experiences, King George is located within walking distance from the wonders of Athens. This engaging location includes heritage destinations such as the Parthenon, Acropolis Hill, the New Acropolis Museum, and the Ancient Agora - as well as historic communities such as Plaka and Thission.
Athen's natural beauty can also be discovered via a coastal drive to Cape Sounion, which includes majestic views of the deep blue Aegean Sea and ends at the Temple of Poseidon, built in the Doric style in the 5th century B.C. Additional excursions include day trips to the nearby islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. Each offers its own charming character, which comprises pristine beaches and red-tiled homes in Hydra and a vibrant self-contained fishing community in Aegina.
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Destination Treasures
Exhilarating neighborhoods are home to numerous bars and restaurants, ouzerias, and tavernas while the Olympic Stadium of Modern Times -a mere five miles from the hotel- fuses ancient traditions with modern architecture.
The colorful Monastiraki Flea Market presents authentic relics and indigenous flavors and Voukourestiou Street features the city’s upscale boutiques.
Most shops are open from 9am to 3pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, and 9am to 9pm on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Large shopping malls are open 9am to 9pm Monday to Saturday. Please note that while most shops are closed on Sunday, some are open near Plaka and Monastiraki. The local currency is the Euro.
Greek is the official language; however, English is widely spoken. The electric system is 220 volts and the time Zone is EST+7/GMT+2.
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Vilebrequin
Vilebrequin is the ultimate holiday brand for the whole family. Wonderful collections of swimwear inspired from the sunny days next to the sea, created with the highest quality of fabrics, focusing on innovation and the best fit. Discover men’s and women’s swimwear with wonderful prints, beachwear and accessories as well as the mini me collection for the whole family, at the new pop-up store at King George Hotel.
Take a 40-minute journey through the Greek vineyards at The Wine Library of the Hotel Grande Bretagne. Learn about indigenous varieties and discover flavors that respond to your palate. Available by reservation only, this 40-minute class must have at least 4 participants and up to 14.
Every Thursday at 18:00
Wine Library at the GB Corner | Every Thursday, 18:00 - 19:00
Participants: Minimum 4, maximum 14 people
Duration: 40 minutes
Cost: €55 per person
Wine Library | Daily except Thursdays, 17:00 - 18:00
Visit The Wine Library of the Hotel Grande Bretagne and savor a glass of wine accompanied with a selection of Greek cheese bites, while our Sommelier offers insight into grape varieties (for hotel residents only).
Local Attractions
Nearby Things To Do
Golf
Glyfada Golf Club of Athens16.3 KM
Not overcrowded but fully equipped course... golf cars, golf clubs and professional golf instructors.
Konstantinou Karamanli, Athens, Greece, 16610
Ski
Parnassos Ski Center
Ski Lockers
Ski
Kalavrita Ski Center
Ski Lockers
Swimming
Vouliagmeni Beach
19.0 KM
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens offers a complimentary fitness center to hotel guests during their stay.
The fitness center includes equipment such as Cardio and strength training equipment, Cardiovascular Equipment, Elliptical Machine(s), Exercise Bike(s), Free Weights, Stair Climber(s), Strength Equipment, Treadmill(s), and Weight Machines, making it suitable for both quick workouts and full training sessions.
Zappeion, Arch of Hadrian, Stavros Niarchos Foundation, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium - Kallimarmaron and more are nearby King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens.
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