Athens, GreeceMonastiraki
Athenian Foss
Mid-century boutique pied-à-terre
Mid-century boutique pied-à-terre
The suites operate like an intimate city flat. Downstairs, modern Greek dining opens straight onto the street.
What it’s good at
Notable
Marble and velvet interiors join custom neoclassical timber frames along pedestrian Ermou Street.
Listed
Top-floor suites provide private terraces looking out toward Lycabettus Hill and the Acropolis.
Listed
Ground-level Greek dining sits right on pedestrian Ermou near the Athens Metropolitan Cathedral.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
it’s the very model of the contemporary boutique hotel, even as it contains echoes of mid-century Modernism and Art Deco elegance.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
The Athens Metropolitan Cathedral and Monastiraki Square sit a short stroll away along pedestrian Ermou.
The rooms
Rooms have subway-tiled rain showers and velvet seating. Up top, the Presidential Suite opens onto a terrace facing the Acropolis.
At the table
The Greco's Project serves Greek dishes beneath striped sidewalk awnings. Inside, espresso is pulled at a green marble counter.
Athens
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.