Welcome to Greece! The Bride & Groom curated a list of their favorite hotels in the Athens City Center and coastal towns in the Riviera to ensure guests can choose the experience that best fits their desired vacation.
If this is your first trip to Greece, we highly recommend staying in the Athens City Center for a few days. Athens is an “old world meets new world” city, full of historical monuments, amazing nightlife, and great shopping.
Athens Capital Hotel
*Perfect hotel for couples looking for a swanky city weekend to start their Greece adventure!*
Athens Capital Hotel is located in the heart of the city center, Syntagma Square, surrounded by Parliament, timeless hotels, and on one of the most notable streets in Athens, referred to as Athens’ “Champs-Élysées”. The hotel is also walking distance to Plaka, the Old Town full of restaurants, shopping and nightlife. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
Grand Hyatt Hotel Athens
*Perfect option for families or couples looking for a well-priced, spacious accommodation and amenities*
The Grand Hyatt Hotel is located in Athens, about a seven minute drive to the city center/Plaka, or a 25-minute walk. The hotel offers more spacious rooms than most in the city, and plenty of amenities including a two rooftop pools, spa and restaurants. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
Ivis 4 Boutique
*Perfect option for guests looking for a boutique hotel experience*
A smaller boutique option, the Ivis is located on the other side of Plaka near the historical monument, the Ancient Agora. Being a boutique hotel there are limited rooms available and guests should book early if this is your hotel of choice. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
Academias Hotel
*Perfect for guests wanting to be in the center of the Plaka or wanting to use their Marriott points*
The Academias is a beautiful city hotel and Marriott partner. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
Vouliagmeni is one of the most notable and exclusive beach towns in the Athenian Riviera. Located less than 10 minutes from the wedding venue, the town is full of beautiful and organized beaches, tavernas of all levels, bars and nightclubs and some very impressive yachts! The town is referred to as the “Hamptons of Athens” and a high-end vacation destination.
Azur Hotel Vouliagmeni
*Perfect option for those looking for a boutique hotel experience (in the Riviera)*
Azur is a modern boutique hotel, located in the center of Vouliagmeni. The hotel is walking distance to many tavernas and beautiful beaches. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
The Divani Hotel
*Perfect for families looking for plenty of water activities and amenities*
The Divani Hotel is a full beach resort with on property amenities in a great location. The hotel is located across from the beach and main street with many tavernas and hotel beach access. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
The Margi
*Perfect for guests looking for a “sceney” vibe*
The Margi is known for its pool lounge and great service. For interested guests, the hotel has offered a discount code, “Bagby” to use while booking. Please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel
*Perfect for couples or families who are looking for the ultimate luxury vacation*
One of the most high-end hotels in all of Europe, the Four Seasons Astir Palace is located on one of the most exclusive bays in Greece. The service and amenities are impeccable and never disappoint. Please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
For guests looking to stay in an alternate town in the Riviera, Glyfada is one of the beach towns on the first stretch outside of the city. Glyfada has many beautiful beaches, nightclubs and restaurants. The town is not as developed as Vouliagmeni and guests may find that prices will be more fair in this area.
Dusit Suites
*Perfect for guests looking for a newer hotel outside of the city center*
Dusit Suites recently opened across from the new One & Only Hotel. A short walk to the beach, Dusit Suites offers spacious rooms, restaurants, a rooftop bar and pool, spa, and daily breakfast. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
Blazer Suites
*Perfect for guests looking for a hotel outside of the city center*
On the main road in Glyfada, Blazer Suites offers clean, reasonable rooms located centrally in town. The hotel has a gym, pool and outdoor bar, and is located near beach access. For those interested, please find more information and bookings available directly through the hotel website.
For groups looking for a shared rental, there are plenty of beautiful airbnb and villas available in Athens City Center and the Athenian Riviera. If you have any questions on particular areas, feel free to reach out to the Bride & Groom for their recommendations.
All guests will likely fly into the Athens International Airport, which is about a 30 minute drive to the city center as well as the Athens Riviera (depending on traffic).