Athens Backpackers

2 stars
12, Makri St., Athens 117 42, Greece
Athens, Greece
8.2
Very good
based on 3124 reviews
3,124 reviews
Fri 12/12
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Sat 12/13
1 room, 2 guests
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$60
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$60
Standard room
$66
Double room
$117
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Overview

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.
8.2
Very good rating
Based on 3,124 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Athens Backpackers

Fri 12/12
Sat 12/13
Standard room
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$66
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$117
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$167
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$176
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
$60
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
$185
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Athens Backpackers

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr 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
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Private entrance

Bathroom

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Services and conveniences

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

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining area

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Drying rack for clothing

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of Athens Backpackers

8.2
Very good
3124 verified ratings
Wonderful
1376
Very good
716
Good
547
Okay
212
Fair
123
Mediocre
70
Poor
80

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10
Wonderful
Jimmy, Jan 2022
Amazing stay with amazing new memories, the staff are super friendly!
10
Wonderful
Daniel, Sep 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, Sep 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 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: 1072436

Essential information about Athens Backpackers

Low season

High season

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Average price (weekend night)

December
June
$45
$55
Cheapest month to stay with an average 49% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 56% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
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 December and February.
  • 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 Thursday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Athens Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $22, while the most expensive was $22.
  • How long should you stay at Athens Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

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 center 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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:30 AM 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 11.9 miles from Athens Eleftherios V.. Athens Backpackers is 76.6 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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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.5
1.0 mi
Athens Eleftherios V.
11.9 mi

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