The Athenaeum Hotel in Athens Holds Grand Opening

Owners of Athenaeum Hotels Evi Vassilaki and Christos Vassilakis (right) and Panagiota Kelesi (center), together with the Group’s executives and staff of The Athenaeum hotel.

The new luxury 5-star The Athenaeum hotel in Athens celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, welcoming guests from the Greek travel industry, media representatives, partners, and renowned artists whose work adorns the hotel’s spaces.

Part of the Athenaeum Hotels Group, The Athenaeum is ideally situated at the intersection of Vouliagmenis and Kalliroi avenues, offering both convenience and style. The six-story hotel features 52 spacious rooms and suites, each uniquely designed to embody a refined aesthetic, catering to both leisure and business travelers who appreciate understated luxury.

Owners of Athenaeum Hotels Evi Vassilaki, Christos Vassilakis, Panagiota Kelesi with the Group’s General Manager Christos Koutsopoulos.

A highlight of the hotel is the Pasithea rooftop restaurant on the sixth floor, where guests can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine crafted by Chef Vagelis Nikas. The restaurant also features captivating artwork by the artist Sake and boasts panoramic views of iconic landmarks, including the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Lycabettus Hill.

Panagiota Kelesi, owner of Athenaeum Hotels Group with Manolis Charos, artist; Maria Apostolidis, Art Director at The Athenaeum; and Marianna Lourba, artist.

During the opening event, Athenaeum Hotels Group General Manager Christos Koutsopoulos expressed pride in the hotel’s rapid success. “In just four months of operation, The Athenaeum has earned the trust of Athens’ visitors and established itself as one of the city’s top hotels in terms of guest satisfaction, according to reviews,” he said.

Athenaeum Hotels Group’s General Manager, Christos Koutsopoulos, and Director of Sales and Revenue, Vicky Liakou, with Angela Stefanaki from Awesome Events and Soraya Kilitzaraki from Amphitrion Group.

Koutsopoulos also underlined the group’s commitment to high-quality service, noting that the strong team dynamics among the hotel staff and management contribute to an exceptional guest experience.

“Together with the owners, our dedicated team delivers warm hospitality and high standards of service, ensuring a harmonious atmosphere for both guests and employees,” he added.

The Athenaeum Hotel

The Athenaeum Hotel is designed with sustainability in mind, blending sophisticated design with eco-friendly practices.

Its facilities include a meeting room accommodating up to 40 delegates, a 12-square-meter outdoor jacuzzi, and private on-site parking. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception and concierge services, high-speed Wi-Fi, and express check-in/check-out options.

Each room is crafted with a modern aesthetic, featuring custom-made furniture, soundproof windows, and artwork by renowned artists. Notable pieces are displayed throughout the hotel, including works by Marianna Lourba, Sake, Apolyto, Jay Handy, Mihalis Katzourakis, Sotiris Sorogas, Manolis Haros, Giorgos Hadoulis, and Mary Stefanou.

Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from the Acropolis and close to major city attractions and metro stations, the Athenaeum Hotel invites guests to “Stay, Live, and Experience” moments of authentic Greek hospitality in the heart of Athens.

The Athenaeum Hotels Group, renowned for its city accommodations, holds a prominent position in Athens, boasting five hotels strategically placed across the city: Athenaeum Grand Hotel and Athenaeum Smart Hotel on Syngrou Avenue, Athenaeum Eridanus on Piraeus Avenue, Athenaeum K29 on Agios Konstantinou Avenue and The Athenaeum hotel at the intersection of Vouliagmenis and Kalliroi avenues.