The Modernist Athens Hotel, Athens ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Ioanni Gennadiou 4, Athens, Gr, Athens, Greece, 10676

The Modernist Athens is situated in the upscale Kolonaki neighborhood, formerly the Canadian Embassy. The hotel features a minimalist yet luxurious design, blending art deco and mid-century aesthetics. It is conveniently located within walking distance of major museums and cultural landmarks, making it a significant spot for cultural travelers. Its rooftop bar provides guests with stunning views of the Acropolis, particularly at sunset.

Location

The Modernist is less than a ten-minute walk from key attractions, including the National Gallery and the Museum of Cycladic Art. Evangelismos metro station is at the end of the road, enhancing accessibility. The hotel is also close to vibrant shopping streets and nightlife options, making it well-situated for exploring Athens.

Rooms

The hotel offers a variety of elegantly decorated rooms, all equipped with air conditioning and parquet floors. Each unit features amenities such as premium bedding, laptop-compatible safes, and Marshall speakers. Monochrome bathrooms come with locally made organic toiletries and walk-in showers, while select rooms also provide balconies. The larger XL rooms offer additional amenities, including a hot tub and a terrace with 180-degree city views.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served daily as a generous buffet with a mix of fresh, organic options, including Greek specialties. The Modernist Café offers a menu with healthy choices, including salad bowls and signature cocktails. Guests can enjoy a curated drinks list, featuring eight cocktails designed by a renowned mixologist, within a stylish atmosphere that accentuates the hotel's design.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes a 24-hour fitness center and a meeting room equipped for small gatherings and business needs. Guests can take advantage of the rooftop terrace for leisure activities against a backdrop of city views. The reception staff are available 24/7 to assist with local recommendations and private transfers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Room

Max:

5 persons

54 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed

City view

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Athens 1.2 mi

Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) 20.0 mi

Train

Monastiraki Railway Station 1.3 mi

Metro stations

Evangelismos1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast was freshly made with an excellent selection of options, and the coffee was seriously top-notch.” view full review

Cozy Room Vibes

“The room was spotlessly clean and beautifully designed, offering a cozy warm feeling that made me feel right at home.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The bathroom had fantastic water pressure in the shower, providing a refreshing experience after a day out.” view full review

Entertainment Options

“I loved being able to log into my Apple TV and Netflix, making it easy to unwind and relax in the evenings.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Ioanni Gennadiou 4, Athens, Gr, Athens, Greece, 10676

Map view

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Ioanni Gennadiou 4, Athens, Gr, Athens, Greece, 10676

City landmarks

Museums

Acropolis Museum

1.3 mi

via Dionysiou Areopagitou str.

Acropolis

1.3 mi

Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue

Panathenaic Stadium

4200 ft

Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou

Parthenon

1.3 mi

Ruin

Ancient Agora of Athens

1.5 mi

Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias

Temple of Olympian Zeus

1.4 mi

Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 1

National Garden

4200 ft

28is Oktovriou 44

National Archaeological Museum

1.7 mi

Museums

Byzantine and Christian Museum

3700 ft

Museums

Benaki Museum

3700 ft

Museums

Museum of Cycladic Art

3700 ft

3 Polignotou

Roman Agora

1.3 mi

Landmark

Temple of Hephaestus

1.5 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Arch of Hadrian

1.4 mi

Athens 105 58

Erechtheion

1.3 mi

cnr Rigillis & Leoforos Vasilissis Sofias

Aristotle's Lyceum

2100 ft

Public Building

Hellenic Parliament

3700 ft

Museums

Numismatic Museum of Athens

3700 ft

Museums

National Historic Museum

1.3 mi

Stadiums

Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium

1.1 mi

cnr Sellei & Lysikratous

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

1.4 mi

Skoufa 43

Agios Dionysios Areopagitis Church

3700 ft

Shopping Area

Attica, The Department Store

1.3 mi

Tower

Tower of the Winds

1.4 mi

The Plaka

Plaka

1.4 mi

Museums

Museum of the City of Athens

1.3 mi

Libraries

National Library of Greece

1.3 mi

Nearby

Athens 99920Greece

Mount Lycabettus

1400 ft

Rizari 2

War Museum

1400 ft

Gallery

National Gallery

600 ft

Restaurants

Agora Select Restaurant

1800 ft

Chatzigianni Mexi 8 Ventiri 9

Ventiri Roast House

1500 ft

Ventiri 5 Hilton

Diferente

1400 ft

Ventiri 7 Next to Hilton Hotel

Royal Souvlaki

1500 ft

Leof. Vasileos Alexandrou 1

Bronco Bar

1300 ft

Ploutarchou 10

Despina Millefeuilles

1600 ft

Patriarchou Ioakeim 56 - Kolonaki Kolonaki

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Modern Design

Outstanding Service

Compact Rooms

Limited Dining Choices

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

8.8

Service

9.3

Dining

8.0

Ray

United States of America, May 2024

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were chic and spacious, with a balcony offering a super nice view over Athens. The black paint made it a bit dark for routine tasks like applying makeup, but overall, it's a great place. The location was perfect, close to various attractions and local restaurants, though a bit of a walk to the city center. The service was incredibly welcoming and efficient, making my stay even more enjoyable. The dining experience was delightful, especially the variety of pastries and fresh dishes every morning.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very spacious and had a balcony with a super nice view over Athens.

Service

9.0

The service was out of this world-friendly, efficient, with lovely people.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, very close to a large selection of good restaurants, and only a 15-minute walk to the Acropolis.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very nice, with fresh pies every morning and a variety of dishes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

John

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.6/10

The hotel has a very modern and chic design, practical rooms with enough space for a night stay, though they are compact. The service is outstanding, with great breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff. The location is great, close to good restaurants, museums, and metro stops. The dining experience is very good with a variety of quality options, although a few more choices could enhance it.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are great with enough space for a night stay and designed to be practical.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, very friendly and helpful with great breakfast and nice rooms.

Location

9.0

The location is great, very close to good restaurants, museums, and metro stops.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience is very good, offering delicious options, although a few more choices could be added.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a variety of facilities for a comfortable stay.

Modern Design

Compact Rooms

Pauline

United Kingdom, March 2024

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were superbly designed with cool little details that made a difference from the usual Athenian properties. Although they looked a bit bigger in the pictures, they were still great, very comfortable, and stylish, especially with the balconies that we loved. The service was top-notch, with the staff being very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The location was lovely, within walking distance to various attractions and vibrant spots. The dining experience was delightful with a nice selection of breakfast items. Overall, a fantastic place with great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very comfortable and stylish with a balcony we loved.

Service

10.0

The staff were out of this world-friendly, efficient, lovely people.

Location

9.0

The location is lovely and a 20-minute walk to Zeus temple and a short walk further to the Acropolis and Plaka. The hotel's proximity to various attractions adds to its charm.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was tasteful, and while it could have had a few more options, what was available was very nice.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a range of amenities and services that enhance the overall stay experience.

Josh

United States of America, December 2023

8.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The rooms were not only very comfortable and stylish but also had a balcony that we adored. The cool little details in the modern-minimal interior truly set this property apart from the usual Athenian places. The service was exceptional, with the staff being verry friendly and almost spoiling us in every occasion. The location, although not right in the touristy center, was central and perfect for a city break. The dining experience, representing Greek cuisine, was fantastic with a great buffet style and amazing coffee. Overall, a wonderful experience with a few minor downsides worth noting.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were really stylish, clean, comfortable, and designed with cool little details that made a difference from the usual Athenian properties. It was possible to switch off or regulate the air conditioning in my room, which was great.

Service

10.0

The service was amazing, wonderfully helpful, and super hospitable. Iliana at reception was by far the best front-desk person I have ever encountered. The staff throughout were super friendly and helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The location was ok for us as we visit Athens often, but it might be a bit of an issue for first-time visitors as it's a 10-minute walk from Syntagma Square. However, being in an upmarket neighborhood made the stay quite pleasant and convenient. The hotel is centrally located, close to the Evvangelismos metro station, offering easy access to various parts of the city.

Dining

8.0

I found the dining experience to be great, especially with the speciality pastries, cereals, yoghurts, cold cut meats, cheeses, fruit, and juices. The representation of Greek cuisine was well done, although the variety could have been better, particularly to cater to different tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, offering everything one could need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. From room service to tours/ticket assistance, the hotel had it all covered, making our time there truly convenient.

Robert

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.4/10

The hotel had small rooms, but they were subtly air-conditioned. The service was amazing with friendly and accommodating staff. The location was excellent, offering cultural spots and restaurants nearby. The dining experience was delicious and stylish. Overall, a cozy hotel with great service and a central location.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although incredibly small, were subtly air-conditioned, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were really helpful and lovely, making my stay enjoyable. I also loved the breakfast and rooftop terrace.

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated in a fairly quiet area in Kolonaki, with easy access to cultural spots, excellent restaurants, cafes, and shops nearby.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was high quality, offering delicious and stylish options that exceeded my expectations.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities, enhancing the overall experience of my stay.

Maurice

United States of America, July 2023

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious with a balcony, but a bit dark due to the black paint which made it slightly challenging for makeup application. The service was exceptional, especially Iliana at reception, who truly went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The location was perfect, close to great restaurants and a short walk to the Acropolis. The dining experience was nice with a variety of dishes. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very spacious and had balconies.

Service

9.0

The staff were outstanding - nothing was too much trouble.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in the best area in Athens, close to a variety of restaurants and bars.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was very nice with fresh pies every morning and a variety of dishes.