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About this property
Located in Kolonaki and housed in the former Canadian Embassy, within 500 metres of Lycabettus Hill and 600 metres of Athens Music Hall, The Modernist Athens provides accommodation with a restaurant. Offering a fitness centre, the property is located within 600 metres of Museum of Cycladic Art. The property features a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available. The property also offers a turntable with its own vinyl collection as well as a trolley stocked with premium spirits. Fitted with parquet floor, Marshall speakers and a flat-screen, satellite TV, all elegantly decorated and air-conditioned units in the hotel feature a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Certain rooms at The Modernist Athens also provide guests with a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with an espresso machine. A buffet breakfast, prepared with selected ingredients, is served each morning at the property. The property facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk with staff speaking Greek, English, Spanish and French. Several boutique shops, restaurants, bars and museums can be found in the surrounding area. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 18 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- 2 restaurants
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds | ||
1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed or 2 extra-large double beds and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed or 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Abhi
United Kingdom
“Located in a nice neighbourhood of Athens, with great food, bakeries and coffee shops around. Exceptional customer service, brilliant breakfast, well equipped rooms and a very cool rooftop experience with a fabulous view for sunsets.” - Dajana
Croatia
“I liked everything! The Modernist is a truly wonderful hotel that exceeded expectations. The location is excellent – close to all major attractions, yet still peaceful enough for a relaxing stay. Rooms are modern, comfortable, and very well...” - Douglas
United Kingdom
“Lovely clean and modern hotel in what was the old Canadian embassy. Location is great in the heart of Kolonaki, a short walk from the centre of Athens and close to a wonderful hike up Lycabettus Hill. The rooms are well thought out and spacious,...” - Dimitrios
United Kingdom
“Very friendly staff, great location, nicely decorated.” - Anna
Cyprus
“Excellent service, staff were very helpful and pleasant at all times, we felt at home.” - Zsófia
Switzerland
“Great hotel, perfect location and amazing breakfast.” - Pablo
United Kingdom
“The staff were amazing, going out of their way to help.” - Robin
France
“The breakfast was kind of amazing! The staff were really friendly and helpful. Our family room was a really well done connecting room with tons of space. The neighborhood was quiet, but it was a quick 8min cab ride to acropolis area.” - Prasiwi
France
“The view of the Acropolis from the rooftop. Very good location. The room was great and comfortable. Good breakfast. Nice and helpful staff.” - Chris
United Kingdom
“The Modernist was great - friendly staff, amazing breakfast and comfortable modern clean room. The location was also super handy.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Modernist Cafe
- CuisineMediterranean
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Dairy-free
- The Modernist Rooftop
- CuisineMediterranean
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.





The fine print
When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
License number: 1175293