The Stanley

"+\n\nThe only real highlight was the rooftop view. It's truly beautiful\nyou can see the Acropolis and other landmarks, which does give a moment of "wow."\n\n–\n\nFirst of all, the price absolutely does not match the experience. The hotel looks nothing like the photos online - those must have been taken many years ago. The area around the hotel feels very run- down, with abandoned buildings, lots of dirt, unpleasant smells, and a general sense of being far from the city center - even though it's technically “15 minutes away," you definitely don't want to walk it. You'll end up taking a taxi every time.\n\nUpon check-in, the reception staff insisted on a deposit, even though we had confirmed via Booking.com chat that no deposit was required. When we pushed back, they seemed annoyed and gave us a worse room than we had booked, claiming no others were available.\n\nThe elevator is painfully slow and clearly not designed for hotel use. The shower in the room was leaking and made it nearly impossible to take a proper shower. The hotel is labeled "adults only," but there were lots of children around – definitely not what we expected. Breakfast was average and very basic – just something to fill your stomach.\n\nStayed in August 2025"

"From the he rooftop pool, bar and restaurant there was amazing views. Pool towels available. Extremely busy pool area. Great breakfast. Decent rooms. Bathroom on the small side but not a problem. Shampoo, shower wash, body lotion and hand-wash all provided. Rooms cleaned every day and fresh towels too. Helpful staff. Bottles of water in fridge everyday."

"The service was excellent. Staff were professional, polite, and always helpful. From check-in to check-out, everything was well organized, and any requests were handled quickly and efficiently. I also appreciated that all staff members, including the cleaning team, spoke English well, which made communication smooth and stress-free.\n\nThe hotel and rooms were very clean, and the same goes for the pool, which was both beautiful and well maintained. The accommodations were modern and comfortable, with good air conditioning, which kept the room pleasant even during warmer days.\n\nOne of the highlights is the hotel’s central location, making it easy to explore Athens. There was also visible and alert security, which added a reassuring sense of safety.\n\nThere are a few areas that could be improved. The breakfast selection was limited, and the rooftop restaurant, although visually stunning with a beautiful setting, did not fully live up to its price. The overall atmosphere was luxurious, but the food was average.\n\nI also noticed some design flaws in the room. For example, there were lights installed directly above the bed, and when sitting upright, the lamp would press uncomfortably into the back of your neck, which wasn’t ideal. Additionally, if you’re staying on a higher floor, the balcony can feel a bit unsafe. The floor slightly slopes downward, and the only barrier is a simple railing, which may not feel secure to everyone.\n\nDespite these minor issues, The Stanley Hotel offers a clean, comfortable, and well-located stay in Athens with excellent service, friendly staff, and good facilities. I would recommend it, especially for city trips or short stays.\n\n⸻"