Herodion Athens

Location.Herodion Hotel overlooks the Acropolis and is situated 200 metres from many of the city's ancient sites, such as the amphitheatre and temple. Plaka, the old quarter with its shops, bars and restaurants, is also 200 metres away. Athens International Airport is 30 kilometres away, and takes around 40 minutes to reach by car.

Hotel Features.Herodion Hotel features an impressive roof garden with two outdoor spa tubs and sun loungers overlooking the olive trees and Acropolis. Downstairs the lounge is furnished in warm colours with overstuffed chairs, original artworks and high-speed Internet connections (surcharge). Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can book tours and cruises, and advise on where to eat and drink in the city. The hotel also offers currency exchange, room service and laundry facilities.

Herodion Hotel Restaurant serves Greek and Mediterranean dishes, and the Atrium Bar and Restaurant is an elegant lounge bar with seating extending to a conservatory shaded by pistachio trees. Main courses, snacks, deserts, coffees and drinks can all be enjoyed here.

Guestrooms. The 90 air- conditioned guestrooms are located on four floors. Amenities include satellite television, direct-dial phones with voicemail, high-speed Internet connections, minibars, safes, and marble bathrooms with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.

Expert Tip.Monastiráki is the old Turkish district, 200 metres from the hotel. The bazaar, main mosques and administrative buildings were all located here, and the area retains a strong atmosphere of the city under the Ottoman rule. It is now a popular commercial district and is home to Athens' unmissable flea market.