Quite simply the best hotel we have ever stayed in. Entrance of the hotel was beautiful and clean and very grand,reception staff could not have been more helpful on arrival and departure. The room was perfect, spacious with a large comfortable bed and a large bathroom (all very clean at all times) and even though we never asked for a room with a view we were given one with the stunning sights of Akropolis. On the first night we went to the roof top restaurant which quite simply would be the best restaurant you could ever eat in, beautiful views of Athens and its historical buildings were what set the atmosphere but the staff were fantastic (Eva) one of the restaurant staff was so professional in her job and very friendly, and finally the food was outstanding, great value for money and an all round brilliant experience. The hotel was a 10 minute walk from the temple of zeus and a 15 minute walk from akropolis which was perfect for sightseeing. Plus only 5 minutes by walk from the city centre. What made this hotel stay perfect was on check out we had a few hours until our flight and didnt really know what to do, the hotel held our bags for us and let us use the health suite at no charge for as long as we wanted, that kind of hospitality is not seen very often nowadays (especially not in the UK).

We stayed for 2 nights in this 5 star hotel. Its location is absolutely ideal: 3 min walk from Syntagma square and metro station and another 3 min walk from picture-perfect Plaka, and yet nested in a small narrow road with few traffic.
It is a very elegant hotel, very clean, its rooms are simple but elegant and well equipped (minibar, safe, WiFi (paid) etc), and it has very friendly and helpful staff.
The superior double rooms on the 5th floor have a fantastic view over the Acropolis and Parthenon, which becomes pure magic during the night hours when the whole monument is lighten up.
The restaurant on the 5th floor has the same great view and is one of the best in Athens.
Breakfast buffet is rather typical and not reallly surprising, although everything is fresh.
If you can afford its price, then this is one of the best choices in Athens.

My husband and I stayed in the Electra Palace in January 2012. We were very pleased with the location: while the hotel is situated a few meters away from the center, Syntagma square, the hotel still enjoys relative quietude as it's located in one of the narrow streets leading up to the Plaka area and a great walk around the Acropolis (don't miss the Acropolis Museum!). Welcoming and servce in general is warm and professional. The spaces are large and comfortable, although the bar was not so much used. There is a roof restaurant with spectacular views on the Acropolis, although you cannot really see the Parthenon, just a tiny bit of its corner. The restaurant offers gastrnomic greek dishes with a twist, an excellent wine list and very good service. It is worth noting that locals come to the hotel for events, banquets and for the roof restaurant. Apparently there is a roof pool that opens in the summer, where you can enjoy a nice swim and a drink while looking at Athens from above. The breakfast is fine, not too rich, but still adequate. Some more fresh fruit might be a good idea. Our room was large, with a small balcony and a good size bathroom. It was very well kept. The only negative part of our visit is the poor sound isolation between bedrooms. At 6 a.m. we could hear the next door guest taking a shower, as if their bathroom was right in our bedroom. We only complained about this while checking out and the very nice receptionist said we should have told them sooner. Nevertheless, it is still unacceptable that there is such a thin wall in such a five star hotel. The management should really consider this as a handicap - it is really unacceptable, hence the 4 stars rather than 5. Would we be back? Absolutely, but making sure we get a more quiet room.

A great central location within walking distance of all the main attractions in Athens and also only a short walk from the Metro from the airport and the start of the City bus tours! The foyer is spacious and welcoming. Food excellent and good choice for breakfast. If you want a treat the roof top restaurant is stunning with Master Chef food. Our room was comfortable, clean and big enough, we had to buy a kettle, though! Lived up to all expectations!