Best Urban Hotels in Greece

This uber-cool hotel accentuates the building’s 1920’s heritage via art deco touches that are blended with mid-century and contemporary Danish decor. Bedrooms are simply categorized as small, medium, large extra large and family (the latter an interconnecting combination of a small and a large); some come with private balconies, all have a Marshall speaker and toiletries by Physis Laboratory. You’ll find interior details such as custom furniture (much of which is The Modernist’s own design) and parquet flooring, with in-house services including babysitting, transfers and massage treatments (for those staying in XL rooms). An organic breakfast is served daily on the roof terrace.

Understanding and relating to guests on an individual and personalised basis is at the heart of this hotel’s ethos. Onoma means “name” in Greek and nods to its value of identity, displayed through a unique combo of smart technology, custom-made experiences and commitment to genuine interaction. Completed in 2021, the building rises eight stories and includes an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a kids’ play area, meeting rooms, a gym and a sports court, as well as a bar and restaurant on its open-air roof terrace. Situated downtown, Onoma is handy for the station and a stroll away from the port.

Popular with couples who are on their honeymoon, this premium hotel provides enough services and facilities so that guests will never need to stray far. One of the main focal points is the huge outdoor swimming pool complex and the infinity edge provides guests with unblocked views of the ocean as they spread out on one of the luxurious sun loungers and sip a cool cocktail or two. There are 64 rooms and suites in total, with most surrounding the pool and providing pretty views from their very large balconies. The hotel also boasts an on site spa for those who want the chance to indulge in some pampering during their stylish retreat.

A celebration of the authentic Mediterranean villages, this Luxury Collection Resort has been conceived to provide guests with a complete sense of serenity. It’s the fourth property from boutique hoteliers Kalia Konstantinidou and Antonis Eliopoulos. Authentic and timeless, the village-style resort has 40 suites (the largest of which has its own pool and dining terrace), a private beach and beach club, a half-moon pool (mirroring the shape of the adjacent bay), a spa, a rooftop area for yoga/meditation and an Aroma Garden. The furnishings in the building are custom-made with handmade embroideries, sculptures, local ceramics and bespoke modern artwork.

Beside Argostoli harbour, this 42 bedroom boutique residence takes the form of a whitewashed townhouse. The decor is airy and coastal with lots of white and some blues, oversized floor standing mirrors, rope lights, wicker and lots of natural wood incorporated into the furnishings. Request a front-facing room with a balcony to take full advantage of the setting and dine out on the terrace to watch the world go by. The Grand Hotel has four stars, spa treatments, the KG restaurant and bar and Grand Café, with waterfront terrace seating.

Guests who appreciate pure privacy and the finer things in life are sure to enjoy the secluded seaside location of this elegant boutique hotel. As you would expect, the hotel has been created in a contemporary style with plenty of artistic touches throughout. There are six different guestroom categories to choose from and by far the best pick is the is the palatial loft suite, which comes complete with a huge terrace set with a table and chairs for guests to unwind on. The Aqua Blu Boutique Hotel is famous for its creative cuisine and some of the treats that are just waiting to be enjoyed include tuna tartare served with a tangy passiflora and citrus sauce and kritharáki lobster served with ouzo and creamed peas.

Guests who truly want to unwind in style and feel good from head to toe are sure to enjoy making use of the luxury spa at the Diamond Deluxe Hotel Kos. The huge lagoon-style water complex is a great place to splash around for a while and there is also an indoor pool that has been designed especially for guests who want to swim laps. Many of the guestrooms here open direction onto the main outdoor pool and guests can walk down a short flight of steps from their veranda into the waiting water. The decadent suites also come complete with private pools for guests to enjoy.

This prime beachfront hotel also provides guests with quick and convenient access to Kos town and rooms are reserved solely for adults. There are two well-stocked bars for guests to unwind at, while wine lovers can request a special tour of the onsite wine cellar. People who appreciate art are sure to love the Design Suite, which comes complete with a private pool and plenty of artistic touches, while the Master Suite provides a stunning view of the ocean. The large outdoor swimming pool is set with a Jacuzzi as well as a large deck where guests can soak up the sun.

Holiday on the Athenian Riviera, specifically Glyfada, but in contemporary Thai style. Dusit is an Asian group, here bringing its signature look and feel to the Greek capital. Its five-star suites are complemented by a rooftop Mediterranean restaurant and bar (O Live), a pan-Asian restaurant (DAO), a heated Vitality Pool with a sauna and steam room and the brand’s signature Namm Spa (all adult guests are treated to one complimentary massage treatment per stay). The low-rise property offers views of the sea on one side and the mountains on the other.

Gatsby Athens is the newest luxury hotel to welcome guests in the historic and beautiful city. The 33-room hotel balances sophisticated design with Greek traditions whilst guests can also enjoy personalised, attentive service with one-of-a-kind food, beverage, and entertainment offerings reflecting the best of the cultural and social milieu of its downtown location. The vibe at the hotel is an energetic one that evokes the glamour of mid-1930 Athens, the Gatsby Restaurant is the main social hub of the hotel meanwhile, and Cloud 9 the rooftop garden bar offers a casual-cool atmosphere, welcoming hotel residents and guests to dine with stunning panoramic views and a glimpse of the Acropolis. Guests can also make use of the 24-hour detox GYM with the latest fitness equipment. Individual guest rooms and suites present an art-deco design; think signature pastel pink headboards and diamond-tiled showers along with state-of-the-art technology. This is more than just a place to sleep, it’s a place to play and enjoy life!

Located centrally next to Syntagma Square, the Hotel Grande Bretagne is a luxury hotel in Athens that was originally a residence built for a wealthy businessman in 1842. In recent times the hotel has had a full multi-million revamp to restore it’s former glory and it now has an indoor and outdoor pool a spa, a restaurant, a coffee shop and a number of attractive bars including a rooftop terrace where you can soak up the atmosphere of this vibrant city.

With a classy, sophisticated tone, this boutique hotel has a growing fan base of regular customers who love the mixture of modernistic furniture coupled with classic Greek art as illustrated in black and white photographs of ancient Greek statues. Rooms range from smaller sizes with work space and small balconies to more expensive suites each decorated in an individual style and with ample space and stunning views of the Acropolis from large balconies. Marble bathrooms come complete with luxurious Korres toiletries, and the hotel has a restaurant with a delightful interior garden for drinks, snacks or main meals.