Going to foreign resorts, many vacationers try to book hotel rooms on the first line from the sea. This is understandable, since nobody wants to spend 20-40 minutes searching for the beach.
Those who prefer to spend their holidays in Greece and now choose hotels also argue. Athens "by the sea" - the most popular tours to this country.
Arion A Luxury Collection Resort & SPA 5 *
What distinguishes Athens from other cities in Greece is the level of service on its beaches. After part of the coast moved to private capital, everything was arranged here to the tastes of even the most demanding travelers. Massage right on the seashore, food and drink delivery to the deck chair, sports fields and outdoor activities - all this awaits guests of the Greek capital.
Arion A Luxury Collection Resort & SPA 5 * hotel offers its customers a beach on a private peninsula, which already distinguishes it from other resorts. Athens, hotels by the sea, especially, is a visiting card of an ancient country that managed to maintain its identity, while at the same time providing people with modern leisure with quality service.
The hotel has at its disposal guests:
- deluxe and deluxe rooms decorated in pastel colors with living conditions corresponding to 5 stars;
- separate bungalows with pools for those who like privacy;
- SPA center with an extensive program for body and appearance care;
- therapeutic pool, and the suites have their own steam rooms or saunas;
- treatment rooms;
- breakfast buffet, Greek tavern and restaurants serving Mediterranean, Italian and Japanese cuisine;
- fitness room and tennis court;
- golf course and pool;
- business center with conference rooms for working on the job.
Like other hotels in Athens near the sea, Arion A Luxury Collection Resort & SPA 5 * offers customers tours of the ancient city and car rental. Judging by their reviews, then here is a luxury vacation with the appropriate price and quality of services.
Aquis Mare Nostrum Hotel Thalasso
Many travelers prefer to stay not in the capital of Greece itself, but in its picturesque provinces. If you choose hotels near Athens near the sea, this is the best option.
- firstly, it is located on the picturesque coast of Attica, only 35 km from the capital;
- secondly, the airport is 11 km from the hotel;
- thirdly, a combination of beautiful landscapes with wellness treatments will make the vacation not only unforgettable, but also useful.
As vacationers note, here the full compliance of the price with quality. Housekeeping is provided daily, with a golf course and pool, tennis and a fitness center, free breakfast and a beach 100 meters from the hotel.
Elderly and disabled people are delivered to the shore by a minibus for 6-8 people. There are no night entertainment except bars, so Athens is waiting for lovers of clubs and discos. Hotels by the sea in the capital itself are more suitable for a young and active company.
LeonAnti Hotel
For vacationers who prefer moderate prices with quality service, this hotel is suitable for all categories. Located near a gorgeous beach, it offers its guests comfort in the rooms of the "standard" category, in which pets are allowed.
At the disposal of guests:
- pool with a bar;
- playground and pool;
- beach volleyball and table tennis;
- surfing and canoeing;
- night club and lobby bar.
After sunbathing, guests can relax in the garden next to the hotel or visit one of the bars. Breakfast is included in the room rate; the rest of the time, customers will find a restaurant and a nightclub with an entertainment program. It is believed that compared to other cities in Greece, prices are higher. Choosing Athens, hotels by the sea (customer reviews confirm this), those who have been here admit that the cost was worth it.
The excursions that each hotel offers here are wider and more diverse, and what could be better than combining a beach holiday with sightseeing?
Tropical hotel
If you choose Athens for a cheap vacation, hotels by the sea with a small number of rooms are better than others.
Tropical Hotel is just that. There are only 38 rooms, each of which has:
- WC with bath or shower;
- air conditioning;
- mini bar;
- telephone and satellite television;
- desk;
- cushioned furniture;
- terrace overlooking the beach.
According to hotel guests, only a busy street separated them from the sea. There is a small pool on site and a restaurant where a complimentary breakfast awaits them. Disabled people have specially equipped rooms. The nearest supermarket is just a couple of hundred meters away, although it takes 35 minutes by tram to the center of Athens.
The hotel is suitable for families, as it is located in a quiet part of the city. Extra beds and babysitting services are provided for children.
Cape Sounio, Grecotel Exclusive Resort 5 *
Many tourists prefer to get everything at once, and when they decide to go on vacation to Athens, hotels by the sea (“all inclusive”) are just such an option. This resort complex is located only 70 km from the capital, but its private beach is considered one of the best, as it has not only clean sand and clear water, but also equipped with shower cabins.
Guests can choose rooms and apartments in family bungalows or private villas in which everything is furnished with luxury corresponding to 5 stars.
For those who want to combine a beach holiday with taking care of themselves, there is a spa center and a beauty salon. Fitness, saunas, a gym and a jus-bar are at the guests' disposal.
A Swedish breakfast is included in the price of the room, and the rest of the time, guests will find Asian, local and Mediterranean restaurants on site. For children there is a playground and a leisure club with animators. The children's pool hosts water games. For adults, there is a golf course and a court.
As holiday lovers of the "all inclusive" category note, in this complex the price is fully consistent with the level of service and the quality of rest.
Hotel The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort
Peninsular hotels on the seafront of Athens have their own advantage. Here they are surrounded by beautiful gardens and a real pine forest, which in addition to the clean beaches give them a special charm. Hotel The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort occupies 75 acres of private peninsula, just 25 km from the center of the capital.
Among the hotel rooms are presented the main categories - from the Grand Deluxe Room to the Imperial Suite. Each of them has not only a balcony with sea views, but also the same panorama opens from a chic bathroom. This hotel has long been chosen by business people who prefer to hold conferences and meetings, combining them with relaxation. There is a business center for this.
This hotel is also suitable for couples with children for whom a playground is equipped here, and the beach in a cozy bay is shallow, which is good for kids who like to splash around all day in the water. According to tourists' reviews, the local cuisine received a separate rating. Breakfast includes a lot of fruits, various types of cheeses and champagne with black caviar.
In addition to the on-site restaurants, you can eat at neighboring hotels, which greatly expands the geography of cuisine. In the Tavern located on the shore, it is necessary to reserve places for lunch in advance, since grilled seafood is a success on the entire peninsula.
Hotel London
According to those who chose Athens as their vacation destination (hotels by the sea), the description of the impressions is indescribable in words, both the country and its capital evoke so much emotion.
Among the inexpensive places you can note the Hotel London, which has only 75 rooms. Although they are small, each has all the amenities with the necessary toiletries, hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, TV and minibar.
The hotel is suitable for business people, as it has its own business center with a conference room, and for families. Perhaps even accommodation with animals. Customer reviews note that plentiful complimentary breakfasts and a panorama of the mountains and the sea completely compensated for the small size of the rooms.
Palace Hotel
When choosing Athens to relax, hotels by the sea can be divided into those that do not have a park area and those that are surrounded by gardens. One of these hotels is the Palace Hotel, which is located in the middle of a palm grove on the seashore.
Standard rooms are equipped with a bathroom, upholstered furniture, air conditioning, TV and telephone. Reviews of tourists note a cozy relaxation area near the pool and an excellent menu in the restaurant, striking a variety of dishes.
The hotel is located 30 minutes by tram from the center of Athens, the stop of which is right next to the entrance. 10 minutes to the nearest store, so there is silence around, allowing you to fully relax. For those who crave active nightlife and entertainment, it is hardly suitable. There are no clubs or discos on the territory.
Plaza Resort
Quite often, conflicting reviews about Athens can be found. Hotels by the sea sometimes do not correspond to the star category, although then it turns out that people had a rest in the off-season, when many hotels are just preparing to meet guests.
For example, the Plaza Resort does not at first glance impress 5 stars. It is located 45 km from Athens, away from noisy streets and entertainment centers, so it is ideal for business trips and family vacations.
The rooms here are comfortably furnished, some have a jacuzzi, others have a bath or shower. When booking a hotel, you must carefully study the various options. In the courtyard there is a small garden where you can sit after the beach. Near the pool organized relaxation area. For active people, there is a golf course, tennis court and soccer field.
In the SPA center you can restore strength with the help of massage, and in the beauty salon undergo anti-aging treatments. Children will enjoy the playground, babysitting services are available.
Hotel Golden Sun
3 star hotels rarely delight vacationers, but Hotel Golden Sun is an exception. Located 100 meters from its own beach, with a beautiful garden and a large swimming pool, it immediately changes its mind.
Although the rooms are somewhat outdated, they have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great service, an excellent restaurant with free breakfast and a wide selection of dishes, a cozy sitting area and a location next to a busy street with shops, cafes and boutiques make you feel like an oasis of silence a stone's throw from the busy life.