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The Hotel Grande Bretagne looks proudly over Athens’ bustling central Syntagma Square, as it has since its inception as a private residence in the late 19th century. The property is rich in history. Since its time as a private residence, it has served as the Greek government’s general headquarters, the British HQ after World War II, and the house of the Greek Prime Minister. Today, the hotel’s traditional style recalls this illustrious past. It drips with old-world elegance, as you’ll see from walking across the grand entrance’s black marble floor, past its stately columns.

The rooms all benefit from spacious layouts, even the most basic options, and their decor adopts the same classical style as the rest of the hotel. Some rooms boast views of the Acropolis.

The service is excellent, and facilities abound throughout the property. The choice of dining caters for everything from haute cuisine to a casual poolside snack. A wine library, curated by the hotel’s resident sommelier, keeps wines from around the world. The rooftop pool is a welcome relief in the hot Athenian summers and offers fantastic views over the city, taking in the Acropolis.

OUR RATING: Deluxe