Klepsydra Urban Suites – A Favorite for Families in Athens

Klepsydra Urban Suites occupies a restored 1930 post-neoclassical building where each apartment, studio, and suite includes a kitchenette with a coffee machine, microwave, and kettle. The accommodations feature parquet floors, high ceilings, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV; some units open onto a balcony with city views. All bathrooms come with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries, and daily housekeeping is provided every other day.

The hotel offers a sauna and recreational amenities on-site, along with bicycle rental and guided walking tours through the local culture. A 24-hour front desk provides concierge service, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage; tour desk staff arrange tickets for nearby attractions. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and guests can use the business facilities like fax/photocopying, while safety deposit boxes and CCTV ensure security.

Monastiraki Square sits 700 meters from the property, placing guests within walking distance of the Acropolis and the National Archaeological Museum. The lively Psirri neighborhood surrounds the hotel with hip bars and restaurants, while Syntagma Square is 700 meters away and Ermou Shopping Street is a 7-minute walk. An airport shuttle service operates to Elefthérios Venizélos Airport 38 km away, and the metro station is a 2-minute walk from the entrance.

Complimentary breakfast boxes are offered to guests each morning, providing a portable start before exploring the city. The hotel does not operate a restaurant, but the neighborhood offers dozens of dining options within a 200-meter radius including Tailor Made Coffee Roasters and Μάμ pastry shop. Kitchenettes in every room allow guests to prepare simple meals with provided appliances, and staff can recommend nearby rooftop bars for evening drinks.

Klepsydra Urban Suites welcomes pets in designated areas, allowing travelers to bring their dogs or cats along. Spacious suites with separate living areas and kitchen facilities cater to families, and the hotel can arrange a rollaway bed for an extra fee. Children benefit from the family-friendly neighborhood and the proximity to Monastiraki Flea Market and Plaka, while the 24-hour front desk assists with babysitting recommendations.

Building: Restored 1930 post-neoclassical architecture

Rooms: 14 suites with kitchenettes and parquet floors

Location: 700 m from Monastiraki Square, walking distance to Acropolis

Amenities: Sauna, bicycle rental, walking tours

Services: 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, tour desk

Pet policy: Pets allowed in designated areas

Breakfast: Complimentary breakfast boxes to go