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The Gem Society Hotel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and a steam room

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Interior entrance
Lobby lounge
Deluxe Terrace Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Deluxe Terrace Room | Terrace/patio
Property entrance
The Gem Society Hotel in central Athens offers a stylish retreat. Start your day with breakfast at Muse Bistro, explore nearby attractions, then enjoy spa treatments. Free in-room WiFi is available. Guests love the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Terrace Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Terrace Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Signature Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 Aristidou, Athens, 105 59

What's nearby

  • Monastiraki Flea Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Acropolis - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Syntagma Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parthenon - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Acropolis Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Panepistimio Station - 5 min walk
  • Athens Central Station - 8 min drive
  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juicy Grill Athens - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tales of Ales - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Clumsies - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Κρίνος (Krinos) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Anäna - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Gem Society Hotel

Luxury upscale hotel near Monastiraki Flea Market
Located close to Syntagma Square and Ancient Agora of Athens, The Gem Society Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a facial, a body wrap, and a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Muse Bistro, offers breakfast and lunch. In addition to a bar and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and a banquet hall
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and massage treatment rooms
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Gem Society Hotel have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel - This property has received certification as a Boutique Hotel under the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels' Boutique Hotel certification scheme.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Muse Bistro

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 5 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Gem Society Hotel Hotel
The Gem Society Hotel Athens
The Gem Society Hotel Hotel Athens

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gem Society Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Gem Society Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Gem Society Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gem Society Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Gem Society Hotel located?

Located in Athens City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Monastiraki Flea Market, Ancient Agora of Athens, and Syntagma Square. Acropolis and Athens National Garden are also within 15 minutes. Panepistimio Station is 5 minutes by foot and Monastiraki Station is 8 minutes.

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The Gem Society Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 384 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property that is perfectly situated to discover Athens by foot or metro. Pleasant and helpful staff and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldn’t have been happier with our stay. The staff were lovely, helpful and generous. The location is perfect for walking around to explore Athens and he breakfast is fantastic with lots of options (including gluten free and soy milk) too! The perfect place to stay in Athens!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and delicious and hardy breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcia regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is drlicious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, well located and easy to access to main historic sites
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, central to everything you want to see in Athens. We were able to walk everywhere and if we needed a car the hotel was great about making accommodations ahead of time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I received a warm greeting from front desk staff (including Efvie - approximate spelling!). The hotel is beautiful, quiet, and ideally located for an exploration of ancient and modern Athens.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
From the warm welcome by staff from the moment you enter (thank you Nisa, Nikos and team), this felt like the most comfortable place to stay in Greece. The hotel is ideally located, attractive and very clean, and my room felt more spacious than usual hotels. Breakfast was delicious, promptly served and fairly priced. The aptly named Gem is a total winner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very nice. Walking distance to eateries and nightlife. It was very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Horace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite was awesome for family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For our first time in Athens, we picked the Gem Society Hotel due to its central location and we were delighted by our overall experience, front desk recommendations and help. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANTANU

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and of the right size for two people. It’s close enough to the main attractions yet far enough to avoid crowds and noise. Attentive staff and delicious, wholesome breakfast. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel boasts a fantastic location, being just a short walk away from all the major tourist attractions and the shopping square. While we found the breakfast selection to be lacking and not up to par, we recommend considering dining options elsewhere for your morning meal. Aside from this, the hotel itself is truly excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Farah

Liked: Staff & service
I would certainly not consider this a 4-star hotel as it could benefit from some updating and modernization. The hallway walls and carpeting appeared worn and I didn't like the lack of separation between the toilet/shower and the room. On a positive note, the staff were very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is also in a great location —just a short walk to the Acropolis with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very well located and easy to access to major historic sites! Will definetely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk clerks and great “made to order” breakfast was included.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clavin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, super size rooms, unique design, awesome breakfast, close to major attractions, bed was super comfy, shower was nice, wifi worked with no problems. Topped it off with awesome service. Highly recommended and will stay again for the next Athens trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

NAncy c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was impeccable from front desk and bar/restaurant. Clean. Loved the convenience of the spa. Walking distance to train and sight seeing .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is extremely helpful and very knowledgeable. The restaurant and bar on site are excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Laure

Liked: Amenities
I’m very happy we booked this hotel on our first time staying in Athens. The location was great for sightseeing, shopping and dining. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel décore was nice and the lobby en rooms were very clean. The breakfast was amazing !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful, and the restaurant was excellent. The room was very good, but the shower floor was very slippery, so slippery that we had to put towels on the floor to prevent a fall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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