NEED TO KNOW

• A landmark building of stunning classical architecture, the Grande Bretagne is known as the 'Royal Box' of Athens and provides excellent views of the Acropolis
• Dining options include a rooftop restaurant and the famous GB Corner restaurant, which is frequented by Greece's elite
• Extensive spa facilities include indoor and outdoor rooftop pools, a fully equipped gymnasium and an extensive range of spa treatments 
• Other facilities include a lovely roof garden offering unrivalled city vistas 
• A&K recommends the Deluxe Suites, which provide spacious, stylish accommodation, mixing luxurious furnishings with warm décor to create a wonderful retreat in the heart of Athens
  

THE HOTEL
Re-opened in 2003 after a two year total re-build, the 18th Century Grande Bretagne has retuned unquestionably as Greece's most luxurious city hotel.  Immaculately restored to the height of its old world grandeur, it is perfectly located at Syntagma Square in the heart of the city.

The hotel's palatial interior is lavishly appointed, with restored antiques and wonderful fabrics personalising each of the 321 room and suites.  Each guest room also incorporates the latest modern enhancements such as flat screen plasma televisions and Internet access.

The Grande Bretagne is ideally located for exploration of the House of Parliament and National Gardens, whilst the trendy bars, cafés and boutiques of Kolonaki Square are a short walk away.  After a day of exploration, unwind in the hotels atmospheric cellar bar.

Children are welcomed  and little touches such as the in-room dining children's menu were a pleasant surprise.