Picolo recommends · Hotel in Athens, Greece
Electra Palace Athens
A rooftop pool with the Parthenon straight ahead, on a tree-lined street at the quiet end of Plaka.
Swim to the edge of the pool on the roof and the Parthenon fills the view in front of you. Below, the tiled roofs of Plaka slope away towards the old town, and the restaurant up here serves breakfast in the morning and dinner after dark.
The hotel stands on Nikodimou Street, in a part of Plaka with wider streets and trees rather than tight taverna alleys. You can walk to the sights and still sleep away from the evening crowds.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Electra Palace Athens
We think it is the easiest Plaka hotel for families. Rooms have space, the pool is a real reward after a hot day of ruins, and almost everything worth seeing is within walking distance.
The decor is traditional and on the heavy side, which some will love and others will find dated. If you are looking for fresh design or a young, social crowd, Athens has better options.
What you get
- Rooftop pool facing the Acropolis
- Rooftop restaurant for breakfast and dinner
- Good for families
- Roomy rooms
- Sunset views over Plaka
A day at Electra Palace Athens
- Morning
- Breakfast on the roof with the Acropolis in morning light.
- Midday
- Wander through Plaka to Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
- Afternoon
- Back for a swim while the streets are at their hottest.
- Evening
- Dinner up top as the floodlights come on across the rock.
Location
Plaka, Athens, Greece
Open in MapsQuestions about Electra Palace Athens
Does Electra Palace Athens have a rooftop pool?
Yes. The pool is on the roof with a direct view of the Acropolis, alongside a restaurant used for breakfast and dinner.
Is Electra Palace Athens good for families?
It is one of the better central choices for families, thanks to roomier rooms, the pool and a location where you can walk to most sights.
Is Electra Palace Athens in a noisy area?
It is on the calmer south-eastern side of Plaka, away from the busiest taverna streets, so evenings are generally quieter here.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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