Greece: Hotels and Hostels

Let’s talk accommodations:

Athens:
Classical King George Palace- Just walking distance from all the major attractions, this fairly, reasonably priced 5 star hotel includes a spa, gym, health facilities, restaurants with bars and lounges, airport transportation, internet access, DVD players, satellite TVs and fireplaces in the rooms. You’ll live like a king!

Hotel Grande Bretagne- Another 5 star hotel with incredible butler service known to dry your shoes after being in the rain! This hotel includes: a spa, health club, gym, beauty treatments, rooftop pool and ground swimming pool, internet access, mini bar and business center. Known as the height of luxury, it’s possible you might run into a celebrity. After all, in addition to its great amenities, the location isn’t bad either; and by that I mean the views are incredible!

Athenstyle Hostel- This hostel is known as Europe’s most famous hostel! Receiving rave reviews by its guests, it just opened in June 2008. It is home to a rooftop bar deck with a view of the Acropolis that is loved by all backpacking guests. Private rooms include a kitchenette and balcony with Acropolis views. Breakfast is included as are gaming on the pool table, internet access and lockers.

Santorini:
El Greco- This 4 star hotel is located in the capital town of Fira. Its beaches are nearest to the largest beach in Santorini, Periss, and the black sand beaches of Kamari. Satellite TV, 2 outdoor pools, internet access, babysitting upon request, pool bar, Jacuzzi and a buffet breakfast make this hotel family friendly yet private. A doctor is always on call at this very affordable and elegant hotel which also has close proximity to restaurants, nightlife and shops. It is home to a spa, saunas and 24 hour reception!

Porto Fira- This 4 star resort was built in the 14th century and is a Venetian Mansion located in the most exclusive part of Santorini. Perched on a cliff, this hotel has panoramic views of the spectacular bay of Fira. Just minutes from the main city where shops, cafes, restaurants and nightlife are found, it welcomes guests with its exquisite décor which includes marble bathrooms, private terraces, a lagoon pool, beach access, snack bar, pool bar, Jacuzzi, top notch restaurants and satellite TV.

Pension George- Recommended by 6 independent travel guides, this hostel is well known for it’s incredibly, friendly staff. Reviewers rated this hostel a 10! The nightly rate is extremely affordable with free airport transportation, clean, big rooms, and short walking distance to the beach, capital and shops and restaurants. This hostel earns a 10 from Passport Health as well!

Crete:
Aldemar Royal Mare and Village- Welcome gift included, this hotel offers 6 restaurants on site, nearby bars, lounges and nightlife, satellite TV and internet access. In addition to the amenities, tours, babysitting services and water sports are offered as well. Turkish baths, spas, gym facilities and saunas are also part of what makes this hotel a luxury hotel.

Casa Delfino- A Veneitian Mansion turned hotel located in the heart of the old city just steps from the Venetian Harbor. This old Mansion includes a buffet breakfast, satellite TV, DVD players, mini bar and safes in every room. Sound too good to be true? Don’t worry, this hotel is affordable if you budget correctly!

Youth Hostel Plakias- The southern most hostel in Europe, The Plakias is more appropriate for relaxing. Chris, the hostel host, is raved by guests as being “amazing”. With an open terrace, internet access, clean rooms, library of books and music and a location minutes from the nightlife, it’s no wonder Lonely Planet called this hostel “excellent”.

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