Athens Ikon (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Athens Ikon?
What makes it 83% Solo-Friendly: Round-the-clock front desk, CCTV and in-room safe enhance solo security; free fast Wi-Fi and workspace support remote tasks; Syntagma Metro 330 m links quickly to sights; bar and room service aid easy solo dining.
Good match for:
- Culture Enthusiasts: Walk to the Acropolis, Ancient Agora and Roman Forum in under 10 minutes.
- Efficient Explorers: Use express check-in/out and metro stations nearby to maximize sightseeing time.
- Food and Coffee Lovers: Sample Greek pastries at corner cafés and craft cocktails at nearby bars.
Things to keep in mind:
- Pool Seekers: Athens Ikon does not offer a swimming pool or spa facilities.
What is so special about Athens Ikon for solo trip?
- Central location steps from Syntagma Square and Monastiraki.
- Complimentary breakfast and free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas.
- 24-hour front desk, express check-in/out, and luggage storage.
- Paid bar, room service, airport shuttle, and laundry services.
Transport & Nearby Access
Syntagma Metro Station: 330m (4 min walk)
Board Line 2 or 3 for quick trips to Plaka, Monastiraki and the airport.
Monastiraki Metro Station: 570m (7 min walk)
Connect to Lines 1 and 3 for easy access to Piraeus port and beyond.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Athens Ikon
Syntagma Square: 270m (4 min walk)
Historic public square with the Hellenic Parliament and changing of the guard.
Tip: Arrive by 10:00 to catch the guard ceremony with fewer crowds.
Monastiraki Flea Market: 540m (7 min walk)
Bustling market for antiques, souvenirs, and street food.
Tip: Haggle for better prices and sample local savory pies.
Acropolis: 670m (8 min walk)
Ancient citadel crowned by the Parthenon with panoramic city views.
Tip: Buy an early-entry ticket to explore before tour groups arrive.
Map of Athens Ikon
Address: Mitropoleos 21, Athina 105 57, Greece
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How to get to Athens Ikon:
Use the hotel’s 24-hour airport shuttle (surcharge) from Athens International Airport; journey takes around 40 mins. Alternatively, take a taxi for about €35–€40.
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Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Athens Ikon:
Free Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed internet in rooms and public areas.
Complimentary Breakfast:
Full buffet with Western, vegan, and vegetarian options served daily 07:30–11:00.
24-Hour Front Desk:
Staff available around the clock for check-in, concierge help, and local tips.
Luggage Storage:
Store bags before check-in or after check-out at no extra charge.
Express Check-In/Out:
Quick arrival and departure service to save you time.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Airport Shuttle:
Roundtrip transfers available 24 hours for a surcharge.
Bar:
À la carte cocktails, Greek wines, and coffee in a cozy lounge.
Room Service:
Order snacks, light meals, and drinks to your suite (charges apply).
Dry Cleaning:
Same-day laundry service available for a fee.
Ironing Service:
Request ironing of garments at an additional charge.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Kickstart Your Day Early: Order in-suite breakfast by 07:30 to beat the crowds at nearby sights.
- Book a Solo Walking Tour: Ask reception to arrange a small-group or private city walk (€25+).
- Use the Metro for Quick Hops: Grab a ticket at Syntagma Station (330m) for easy access across Athens.
Reviews of Athens Ikon (Athens)
patrasboy21
No parking. Nightmare to get luggage from / to your car unless you take a taxi to the door. There should be a shared bay with other appartments / hotels in Mitropoleos. Too much paperwork to fill in on arrival.
Sunil Kapadia
We loved our stay here. The hotel is very accessible to shops, restaurants, and sights. The rooms are modern and convenient, and work well for families traveling with children. What really makes the hotel special is the staff -- Melissa and Stella were with us every step of our trip from check in to check out. They made restaurant recommendations, sightseeing recommendations, and even shopping rec...
Ori Shalev
Beautiful room and patio, amazing service like I've never experienced before! Thank you Filippos for helping us with everything from booking, airport taxi, local tips, luggage, check-in, and check out!!
Daanish Hoda
This is a glorified apartment Airbnb. Breakfast was nice, but they had a rule that they would only make breakfast for 1 room in each half hour time slot. We were there with family so we had to wait for the other room to be done before we could get on with our day. Not to mention not being able to get the time slot we wanted and having to wait to get our day started because other rooms had booke...
Leeza Limenis
We really enjoyed our stay as a family of 5 (4 adults, 1 child) at Athens Ikon Hotel. The location is perfect, right in the heart of Athens, safe neighborhood, close to everything, without being too loud at night. The apartment is very comfortable, spacious, modern. The service was very good, staff were very responsive to any questions/requests. Breakfast was excellent. Would highly recommend Athe...
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