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Athens Backpackers
2 stars

Athens Backpackers

12, Makri St., Athens 117 42, Greece
Athens, Greece
See location+30 210 922 4044Official website
From
£22
Cheapest

rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 2868 reviews
2,868 reviews
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Standard Room
Double room
King room

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Overview

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Hostel with bars, steps from Acropolis Museum This hostel features a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Athens Backpackers offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Rating
8.2
Very good
Based on 2,868 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Athens Backpackers

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • Mountain view
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Private entrance

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining area

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Drying rack for clothing

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of Athens Backpackers

8.2
Very good
2868 verified ratings
Wonderful
1254
Very good
661
Good
518
Okay
194
Fair
112
Mediocre
63
Poor
70

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Wonderful
Jimmy, Jan 2022
Amazing stay with amazing new memories, the staff are super friendly!
10
Wonderful
Daniel, Sept 2017
Pros (+) Could not beat the atmosphere and how easy it was to meet people. The location was perfect. So close to all the main attractions in Athens.
10
Wonderful
Daniel, Sept 2017
Pros (+) Easy to meet people and the atmosphere was excellent
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) Everything was clean, the staff was incredible, and the beds were just as comfortable as the ones at the Parthenon Hotel.

Location

12, Makri St., Athens 117 42

What's nearby

  • Acropolis Museum193 yd
  • Arch of Hadrian222 yd
  • Temple of Olympian Zeus266 yd
  • Parthenon0.3 mi
  • Acropolis0.3 mi
  • Syntagma Square0.4 mi
  • National Gardens0.5 mi
  • Monastiraki0.6 mi
  • Ermou Street0.6 mi
  • Temple of Hephaestus0.7 mi
  • National Observatory of Athens0.7 mi
  • University of Athens0.8 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: 1072436

Essential information about Athens Backpackers

Low season

January

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

£31

Average price (weekend night)

£20
Cheapest month to stay with an average 48% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Athens Backpackers

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Athens Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Athens Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Athens Backpackers, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Athens Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £37, while the most expensive was £37.
  • How long should you stay at Athens Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Athens Backpackers

  • Where is Athens Backpackers located?

    Athens Backpackers is located at 12, Makri St. in Plaka, 1 miles from the centre of Athens. Acropolis Museum is the closest landmark to Athens Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Athens Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at Athens Backpackers.

  • Does Athens Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Athens Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Athens Backpackers from the airport?

    Athens Backpackers is 11.8 miles from Athens Eleftherios V.. Athens Backpackers is 76.7 miles from Ermoupoli Syros Island.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Athens Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Athens Backpackers in Athens and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Athens Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Athens Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to city centre

1.0 mi

Nearest airport

Athens Eleftherios V.

Distance to airport

11.9 mi