Perianth Hotel

Top choice in Athens


Athens designers K-Studio have done a splendid job modernising this 1930s building into a gorgeous 38-room hotel, using natural materials such as marble, wood and metal alongside choice pieces of contemporary art. Splash out on the two-bedroom penthouse suite which includes a private Jacuzzi and swimming pool on a wrap-around roof terrace with stunning Acropolis views.

In keeping with the calming atmosphere established by the lobby waterfall, guest can join meditation and yoga classes at the in-house Zen Center Athens for free. Also part of the complex is the chic Italian restaurant Il Baretto.


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