Kifissia is a northern suburb of Athens, Greece. It is one of the more exclusive and expensive neighborhoods in the Athens area. Though the hotels in Kifissia are not as centrally located as their counterparts in downtown Athens, staying in Kifissia offers up-market shopping and an alternative to the busy Athens streets.
Owned by the Yes! hotel group, the Semiramis is located at Kefalari Square and is within walking distance of Kifisia's shops and galleries. It caters to younger travelers who favor boutique accommodations. Rooms come as either standard, superior, pool bungalow, penthouse studio or penthouse suite. An all-day bar and restaurant, art gallery, fitness center, CD and DVD library, and wireless Internet are available for all guests. Rooms have scrolling LED signage, flat-screen TVs, balconies and electric blinds.
This three-star hotel is geared toward travelers who want to be near Athens' business district and conference centers. It has 18 rooms equipped with a mini-bar, phone, wireless Internet, safe and desk. Baby cots are provided on request. All rooms have a balcony. Continental breakfasts are standard, and English-style breakfasts are available upon request.
The Hotel Pentelikon has been refurbished and expanded to 101 rooms. The rooms are classically decorated. Room service, concierge, laundry, currency exchange and free parking are available. The hotel has two restaurants; one of them, the Vardis Restaurant, has been awarded a Michelin star and serves Mediterranean cuisine. Two bars are also available.
These hotels offer a unique atmosphere coupled with high-class service and amenities. The Theoxenia Palace Hotel overlooks Kefalari Square and has a classical feeling; Theoxenia House blends in modern elements. The Palace Hotel hosts the Theoxenia Palace Restaurant and Bar, which serves Greek and Italian fusion cuisine. Restaurant reservations are advised.
This two-star hotel offers an affordable alternative to the luxury boutique hotels of Kifissia. Located 35 minutes from the Kifissia metro station, the Hotel Chris is geared toward business travelers. Single rooms, double rooms and suites are available. The cafe includes a showcase of the owner's 1/18-scale model car collection.
