The most luxurious hotel in Athens, Grande Bretagne is my memorable hotel. Last year, on the day we married in Zürich, we flew directly to Athen and stayed in this hotel. My husband arranged roses and Champaigne.

The hotel in conveniently locating at Syntagma platz. Not only convenient and luxurious but very historical the hotel is. It has been opened to public on 1872. During the World War 2, the headquater of German military based here and after the war, hotel has been used as the office of Prime Minister. The hotel has welcomed also a many VIPs such as President of US and celebrities.

The reception was simple. Our late check in went smooth but check out was terrible. I think the size of the reception is too small for it’s popularity. The bell staff was also not helpful. I don’t know what they are doing in front of the door without helping the guests for luggages.

The lobby is gorgeous. A real European hotel design.

Stadard room. Already turn down service has been done beside the bed. There is a piece of chocolate and room service menu on the bed.

Bathroom. Bathtub is big enough and has rain shower.

For bathtub like this, it is very convenient to have a hand shower and not only a fixed shower.

Amenities were surprising! Selection of Brown Molton! Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, body shower and soap. The guest can enjoy full relaxation with it’s attractive aroma.

Even bathsalt and washing sponge were kindly placed beside the bathtub. This is very unique arrangement for the hotel in Europe!

On the next day, after a beautiful sleep on the goegeous bed, we absolutely wanted to try outside swimming pool. We were awake from 8am but unfortubately had to wait until 10am when the swimming pool opens.

But it was beautiful swimming pool with full facility.

Bar counter.

Dining table.

and comfortable chairs.

After a refreshing swim is of course a popular breakfast served at the rooftop!

This is the view from the roof top restaurant.

It was huge buffet. Almost all the possible breakfast menu was available from buffet.

Our choices.

How plenty the fruits were! Since they are all very fresh and juicy, many people fill their bowl with fruits. But it has been served over and over constantly good quality. The cup next to the fruits is poplar Greek food. Surprisingly, inside was actuallysweet rice!!(I thought something like Johgurt)

Short stay but we fully enjoyed almost all the facilities. The line for the check out was too long but otherwise it gave us a perfect start for our Greek holiday. The hotel encouraged our feeling of holiday and also offer great situation to adjust ourself from chilly Zürich to hot Greek temperature. Next time, we wake up just before the pool opens and also make a reservation for the restaurant at 11.