Name: Cecil hotel
Address: Athinas, 39, Athens, 10554, GR

8/10

Excellent

30 Jul 2026

Alondra Alavez

Good location, rooms clean, the major problem I encountered was how loud everything is, let me explain… I could hear people walk by
, I could hear people from other rooms talking, one night some people were laughing so hard and talking throughout the night that I COULD NOT sleep that night , so that night was terrible. But still is a decent location, I felt safe, it was clean and cheap so if you are on a budget this is a decent choice.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Stephen

Great location. Clean room. Good heating/air conditioning. Have stayed before, will definitely stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

Paul

Vert nice place and great location!

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

Macy

Great for single travelers, nothing exquisitely fancy but it’s clean and has great room space and a decent breakfast offering.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2026

Benito

Breakfast was measly aand rooms a bit shabby.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Maya

Everyone was so nice here!! I was lucky enough to have my room on the roof, so when I walked out of my room the Acropolis was in the distance! It was sooooo beautiful and I am so grateful. The cleaning lady was also so sweet and made my bed so nicely for me. The breakfast is good as well! There’s hard boiled eggs, Greek yogurt, bread, sweet bread, fruit, orange juice, jam, etc. Those might change a bit seasonally though I don’t know. It is a good location too but keep in mind it’s a busy area for if you get overstimulated. I loved my stay! Two notes for people who are a bit picky: my TV I couldn’t figure out how to turn on English closed captioning (if you can) so I wasn’t really able to watch the TV because every channel was in Greek as far as I could tell. But again I was in Greece… so I’m not complaining! I could have asked and I’m sure they would have helped me but it wasn’t a big deal for me! My other note is that the shower pressure isn’t that strong, but again I don’t really mind. These are such small things and they didn’t really matter to me but they are just things to be aware of. Overall my stay was great and I’m very pleased with the hotel. Thank you Hotel Cecil staff!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2026

Eileen

Fresh night here, staff are welcoming, room is clean, hot water, air, conditioner, hairdryer, safe. Area seems safe to walk, swimming pool and breakfast included.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

20 Jun 2026

Homa

Clean rooms and good location

Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Amy

We had a lovely stay here. The breakfast was a great way to start the day. The hotel is centrally located so we were able to walk to everything we wanted to see and do. It was clean. The bathroom was small, but I think that is typical.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Nuno

Great location, has elevator for luggage and breakfast. Rooms are not too big but are clean. Great staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Eduardo Gabriel

Simple family-run hotel, great location, and very friendly service. Good value for a stay in Athens, including Breakfast

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Nicole

We stayed at Cecil Hotel for one night. The room was very clean and comfortable, even a little more roomy than European standards. We only interracted with one front desk person and one cleaning technician during our stay. Both were lovely, and initiated conversation. The location really can't be beat. A quick walk to all of the areas that visitors tend to go. From our window we could see right down the main street to the Monastiraki Square with the Acropolis looking over it. I don't know that I would stay here for a stay of more than a few days. There is a refrigerator on each floor to be shared by everyone staying on that floor. Wouldn't have wanted to keep medication or anything large in it. But, not a deal breaker for our needs.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Aric

the best thing is the location

Self

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2026

Iain

Arrived at the hotel to a warm and friendly welcome. The room wasn't modern, but was clean and comfortable. The hotel is traditional and has a historic lift still in operation which was good to see. Breakfast was offered, but limited options. The hotel is centrally located with shopping, restaurants and bars as well as all the sights within waking distance.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Ruth

Bathroom was a bit tight but ok, the room was spotless and the bed was super comfy, the aircon was powerful and the staff were amazing. Breakfast was great.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 May 2026

Pearl

The hotel is very close to metro and tourist attractions - walkable. Very convenient going to and from the airport as well. Lots of restaurants, fast foods, small stores and dessert shops around. Breakfast was very good as well. Bed is comfortable and linens are clean. Bathroom needs updating specifically shower curtains. Limited power outlets, so if you have numerous gadgets it might be a challenge. Small room so two carry-on bags can't be opened at the same time with still enough space to walk on. Don't expect too much. A very good hotel for those on budget.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Mai

Good price and location. The hotel also provide free breakfast.

Self

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2026

Stephen

Cecil Hotel is good value for money, no frills.
It is situated at 5 minutes walk from Monastiraki Square and metro station.
It is on the busy, bustling Athinas Street, which is fascinating and authentic. The hotel is quiet, spotlessly clean and secure.
The area is safe.
I have stayed in Cecil Hotel several times.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

John

Great and convenient hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Javier

Great Hotel!!!

Friends

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2026

Leslie

The room was clean. Breakfast was good. The staff was friendly and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

peter

Very good value. Central location, spotlessly clean , comfortable bed and nice staff, breakfast of bread cheese ham and fruit ( I didn’t expect breakfast included for the price) but there is also a cafe next door if want extra. It’s two minutes to monastiraki square too

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Elizabeth

Convenient location and comfortable accommodations. The staff was wonderful.

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2026

Kerry

The hotel is in a great location and easily accessible. The room was good but it was two twin beds put together rather than a double bed which is normal for Europe so it was not a concern for us. The breakfast was good and is a continental style breakfast.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Judith

Very near metro on line from airport.staff attentive and friendly. Breakfast adequate.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

MISS

I have stayed quite a few times and I always come back when I visit Athens. Perfect location for the Monastiraki metro station and the flea market which are only a 5 minute walk.
Plenty of shops and restaurants (coffee, souvenir, pastry shops, bakeries, juice bars etc), very close proximity to Akropolis.

The hotel itself it's not very modern or new but it's very decent and clean. In fact I prefer it to some modern, sterile, impersonal hotels I've stayed. Cecil has a character!!
The rooms are not very big but they're very clean with comfortable beds, air con, TV and a fridge in the common area outside the rooms.
Complementary shower gel and soap in the shower.

As always a very pleasant staying!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Apr 2026

Sandra

Friendly staff. Convenient location.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 Apr 2026

Christele

Poor breakfast. Not much choice. Coffee tasted like water, no hot chocolate. Bread not fresh. No hot food apart from boiled egg

Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2026

Nicola

This is a very good cheap hotel in the city centre. Excellent location. It is very basic but a great place for a couple of nights stay.

Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2026

Michael

Goof AC. Relatively basic hotel room

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Yosef

Clean room

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2026

Barbara

Close to the sites. Very nice staff. Charming.

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Dec 2025

Nicola Jane

This is a super hotel and I will be returning. It is very basic but central and lovely friendly staff

Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Nov 2025

Peter

Breakfast was a boring cheese and bologna-type choice with hard-boiled egg. But most of my Greek hotels had this exact same cold breakfast.
Insufficient electrical outlets in room. Located on Athinas street near Monesteraki Square: lively street with many food shops.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2025

Craig

Cecil Hotel continues to be my favourite place to stay in Athens. Very comfortable beds, friendly staff, close to everything.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Oct 2025

Tracey

Clean

8/10

Excellent

27 Oct 2025

Christian

Room was clean and air conditioning worked - great value

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2025

John

You can not beat the location. The staff also went above and beyond to be accommodating. Hotel is older but spotless.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

23 Oct 2025

Mark

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Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

21 Oct 2025

christina

Not very hygienic, only one garbage basket in the room, not allow to flush toilet paper in the toilet bowl. Limited space shower. Need to ask for hairdryer at the reception.can not overload electricity with multiple uses , fuses broke. Need to share the mini fridge with other people on the same floor. No microwave available in the hotel and serve with cold breakfast with no toaster. One person at a time with luggage’s in the elevator.no maintenance with couple of light bulbs burned.paints chip off .Staff are very helpful and nice.very convinient for shopping and visit , close to public transportation

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

Robert

Staff was great

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

marina

Good place to stay

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2025

John

Great situation and price. Helpful staff and some quaint features.

Self

4/10

Poor

11 Oct 2025

Monty

The only thing we liked about this place was the location to Monastiraki, Syntagma, transit, Parthenon. Everything is within walking distance. The property smells like an old Vegas casino with smoking everywhere. The breakfast shouldn't be called that. Not sure if we paid extra for it, but if we did, we deserve a refund. Didn't really engage or need the staff. The cleaning lady was nice and hooked us up with whatever we needed. The bed is super hard and not comfortable. Would look elsewhere should we come back to Athens. If you are looking for a very wallet friendly place to try to sleep after a long day of walking, this could be it. I am sure there are much nicer options for a little bit more money out there.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Ali

Very corporative and super friendly staff

6/10

Pleasant

10 Oct 2025

Anna

Bare bones old school hotel. Zero ammenities. Staff - fair but not accommodating. Rooms clean, but very, very basic. Think Motel 6.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Oct 2025

Sergiy

Great location, six minutes walk from Metro. A lot of restaurants nearby. Stuff frequently and helpful. Hotel is old and needs remodeling.

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

Bronwyn

Hotel Cecil is in a very convenient position, very close to Monastiraki Square, near restaurants, the train station, and also The Plaka.
The double room I had was quite small with a small bathroom - but it was functional.
The included breakfast was good with a lovely Breakfast lady (though quite reserved)

Self

6/10

Pleasant

29 Sep 2025

Rajashamla

The location was excellent for visiting Plaka neighborhood and the acropolis and Parthenon!
The shower area was absolutely horrible for drainage! It was flooded outside of the shower area and I had to use bathroom towels to mop. Also the toilet and the shower almost run into each making it absolutely uncomfortable. It’s like a delicate dance between the shower floor edge and squatting on the toilet. I am 122 lbs and it was tough. Can’t imagine what it would be for a heavier person to fit into that tiny space!

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2025

Emma

This is an old hotel and not luxurious at all. However it was clean and in a great location and the staff were great.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2025

Elizabeth

Very well located hotel. Shops and restaurants nearby. Short walk to the metro.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2025

james

What a helpful host. The guy on the front counter helped us wity several unusual requests.
Thank you so much.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

01 Sep 2025

Aditya

I was solo traveling so I really had no intentions of really staying in the hotel all the time. It was really just a place for me to crash at night, have breakfast in the day and head out. With that in mind, I got a single room. While the room was quite small, with little to no “view”, the location more than made up for it. It’s on quite literally the main street through central Athens with very close access to train stations, bus stations, walking distance to Plaka, Acropolis, museums etc. it’s also walkable distance from fantastic food and shopping places of Kolonaki. As far as the rooms go, it suffices. You get an attached bathroom, albeit a very small one, but it’s yours. Rooms have WiFi, air conditioners, and the staff changes the sheets almost daily. Very clean. Breakfast also suffices. Don’t expect any lavish spread, but good enough to get stomach’s fill in the morning before you head out. Definitely would take a single room here than a hostel with shared accommodations because at the end of the day you do get a room and bathe to yourself, which you realize is needed if you walked as much as I did in Athens

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Aug 2025

Len

Fantastic lift!

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2025

David

Handily placed, many shops, cafes in the area.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Aug 2025

Quinten

The location was excellent within walking distance of everything I wanted as a tourist. Room was nice when I arrived. Staff kept it clean while I was gone. The view from the rooftop was great with a view overlooking the streets and a view of the acropolis.
The two things I didn’t like were that I got woke up one night at 2am and couldn’t fall back asleep due to there being a busy alley behind the hotel. And the breakfast wasn’t good and was very limited.
Other than that it was a great hotel, I had a great stay, and most definitely worth it for the price

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2025

David

Great location, close to subway station. Clean room but need maintenance done.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

31 Jul 2025

David

Quick, efficient service. No frills. No problems. Best for its location in central Athens.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2025

Sherif

Everything you need! This is a budget hotel though so you should expect it to be so.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2025

Janat

No frills clean and comfortable room with breakfast included. Plenty of hot water and no problem with my very late checkin

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2025

Patrizia

Location and it has what we need . It was very clean

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

PETER

Excellent accommodation

Excellent accommodation and great location

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2025

Ryan

For it being a budget hotel it was amazing! Was right in all the action, I would stay again if I come back to Athens.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2025

Mya

Super easy check in and check out, staff were nice and very helpful. Great location for walking around looking at shops and restaurants!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2025

Pamela

Lovely staff comfy bed

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2025

Carol

It was an old property but they did the best with it. The bed could use an update and the shower curtains could be longer so as to actually reach the shower floor. Even though the room did not have a mini-ref, they put one on each floor for the guest to share. No one touched my water. Breakfast was very basic. Ok for short stays as long as you are not very picky.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jun 2025

Cathy

A roof patio with table & chairs would have been nice as there was a great view of the Acropolis at night.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

04 Jun 2025

Federico

We stayed in Cecil Hotel for two nights and it was a pleasant stay. Its a vintage hotel that offers a true Greece vibe! Small marbled frontage you will miss if you walk too fast, and marbled floor that's correct for the period. The antique elevator is fascinating, it still worked flawlessly! Clean room and definitely no bugs! Free internet and free continental breakfast on the first floor. Thumbs up!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2025

PETER

Great place to stay in Athens on a budget

Excellent budget hotel in Athens as a stepping stone to onward adventures
Would highly recommended

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 May 2025

Jiri

Good location, basic rooms and simple breakfast.

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2025

Andrew

Excellent location, nice little hotel.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Annie

I love you Cecil Hotel!! The greatest location and the staff were so friendly. And the breakfast was lovely.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Irene

Wonderful historic hotel filled with atmosphere and great details, such as the elevator and spiral staircase. Unbeatable views from the roof of the Acropolis! Friendly staff, and perfect location in the center of town. Highly recommend!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Ionn Carlo

Very close to the Acropolis and market

Family

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2025

Ilona

The location was amazing, very central and close to train station. Unique character to the hotel as well. Beds were a bit uncomfortable but other than that, no complaints. Hotel staff were always helpful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2025

Amy

Very near the market and Monastraki Square. Neat rooftop. Despite the hotel being older, there is some nice charm with the elevator and furnishings. Breakfast was ok, and it was available early at 7am.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2025

Bill

The shower curtain in the bathroom needs to be longer as the shower now in use is short, leading to water splattering on the bathroom floor. This leads to a watery mess after the shower not to forget more work for the poor maids.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2025

Salim

Location

6/10

Pleasant

06 May 2025

Claire

Hotel is basic. Breakfast just bread, sliced ham, sliced cheese, boiled eggs, cereal. No toaster. Rooms basic, tiny shower, noisy at night due to people shouting all night and traffic noise. Surrounds not nice after dark. Roof terrace with acropolis view very nice, go up and see at night. Staff friendly and helpful.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

28 Apr 2025

Donald

The lift is a blessing for those with tender knees. Many hotels in Europe lack one. The included breakfast was fine, nothing special. Location is great. The tone of the place is rather somber, but the street vibe outside makes up for it.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2025

Paden

Let’s break it down:

1) Excellent location! It’s right in the center without being over the line into the neighborhood I was told can be “unpredictable” and suspect.

2) Can’t beat the included breakfast in the cost which is rare to find these days.

3) I have to say, probably my favorite part was how hospitable the front desk staff were. I had a late departure, but they let me store some luggage after checkout and until my ferry left. They even went the extra mile and let me store my things there after I returned from the islands and had to spend the entire day in Athens waiting for my flight. This was exceptional and beyond expectation! 🙌

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2025

Frances

Great hotel had a lovely stay. Close to everything short walk from Monastaki station. Very clean loved the fact it was no carpets just wood flooring. Upgraded to a
T

Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2025

saman

All good

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2025

Guy

Perfect for budget, location & great staff.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2025

Magnus

Acropolis view

Charming old style hotel .. clean, central and budget .. lovely view of the acropolis from the balcony ..

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2025

Hovan

Excellent place i will come back again for sure

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2024

Craig

Lovely hotel that feels very honey with a nice old-world feel. The staff are all great. The breakfast is basic, but it’s exactly what I need. I’ve stayed many times and will of course stay here again anytime I’m in Athens.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2024

Craig

I’ve stayed many times. Always a wonderful experience. And the neighborhood keeps getting better and better.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Nov 2024

Christiana Deliewen

It was just one night, but so far, so good! The breakfast can be improved, but it's a clean and neat place with friendly staff. I will recommend this.

Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Oct 2024

Paul

Good value for money double rooms good size with balcony fridge decent size toilet
and shower. Promenade location in the center if everything.
Good hot and cold breakfast selection.
Would stay again and recommend.
Major danger at this hotel incase of fire do not follow emergency exit signs they all lead to chained and locked fire exits with heavy security bars which could present a death trap in case of a emergency. In case of evacuation only use stairs leading to main reception

Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Sep 2024

tiffany

Its the greek version of a low to average american motel. Clean, well placed and the staff are polite. Dont expect any greek xtras either in gifts or help. Well placed for major attraction and with ok soundproofing. Free breakfast but dont expect anythimg amazing i mostly stopped by the bakery next door instead. Many other restaurants close and subway tour bus area.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

19 Sep 2024

Cathy

Clean hotel, close to all the tourist attractions. But the was a club close by. The music was extremely loud.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2024

Steve

It was very close to the places i wanted to visit in Athens within walking distance everywhere, the rooftop terrace had a stunning view of the Acropolis more so at nighttime when it's lit up

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

12 Sep 2024

Jenny

Great location and hard working staff. But the hotel is too old and has bed bugs, which ruin my vacation. I could not sleep even after the staff changed my room. The staff said my bites are possible mosquito. I saw one bedbug and couldn’t get it. When I got the airport, people saw my big bites and asked if I got bedbugs bites. I said yes. The dysfunctional door lock of the rooms needs to be replaced. It took while to open which got me sweat. It is nothing wrong with the hard working staff, it is just too old and need update.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2024

Yulia

amazin area and hotel

6/10

Pleasant

08 Sep 2024

Lionel

Pluses: Excellent location, clean, friendly staff.
Not so good: really cramped bathroom, tv channels are grat for locals and not for English-speaking, no wi-fi.

8/10

Excellent

04 Sep 2024

Jennifer

Over all good place to stay. Wish the roof top had cairs and tables to be able to enjoy the space better

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

18 Aug 2024

Stephen

Location is excellent - minutes from Monastiraki square, Acropolis is about 15 min, and shops, restaurants, grocery store all walkable.
The hotel is a bit old (bathroom missing a doorknob)..
The breakfast is healthy, filling and tasty: bread, boiled eggs, yogourt honey, jams, juice, cereal.
AC worked well though in a joined room (there were 4 if us) it meant one room was a bit cold, the other a bit warm.
Overall, you pay for what you get.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2024

shlomi

location. location. location

The location is excellent. Good team. The bed is comfortable. The shower is really small. The TV is also very small.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2024

Stephen

Let me say that for what this hotel is, it is great. Yes, it is an old building in an area of Athens that is just a little gritty. However, everything was functional and clean, the staff was helpful, the breakfast was great, there are excellent restaurants in the Psirri district behind the hotel, I never felt unsafe, and you are a very short walk from the Acropolis and Plaka. If you're on a budget and want to stay where the action is, the Cecil is a great choice.

Leisure Family