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Athens Backpackers

12 Makri | Makrigianni, Athens 11742, Greece
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Basel, Switzerland
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69 reviews 69 reviews
59 hotel reviews
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48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

The website booking was a little unclear, so I ended up staying in the backpackers rather than the studios as I intended, but for a single night this was fine. I was in a 4-bed ensuite room on the first floor which was clean, spacious and had two balconies with orange trees outside. Beds were reasonably comfortable but the room... More

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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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4 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Can't believe how perfect this location is. It could not be more convenient for your time in Athens, right on the metro stop for the Acropolis and ancient ruins. There's a rooftop bar with Parthenon views, free and fast wifi, free breakfast, and everything is totally secure and safe. One of the best hostels I've stayed in.

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Quezon City, Philippines
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We booked a 4-bed ensuite room and stayed there for three nights. The aircon was working but it continuously leaked drops of water. We immediately told this to the staff but they didn't act on this until the third night. We placed the trash can over the AC leak and half the trash can was filled in the morning. When... More

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Bucharest
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Couldn't believe how friendly, comfortable and cheap this place is. Right next to the Acropolis and the metro underground system and a really interesting area. What more could you ask for. They have opened a new section called Studios which is even better, with the city's only laundrette underneath. Everyone working there is totally geared up to be friendly and... More

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Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

The crew that runs this place is great, its right down the street from the Acropolis and the Metro, and there's a rooftop bar overlooking the Parthenon and old town. What else could you possibly be looking for in a hostel in Athens?

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

You really can't beat the location of athens backpackers, right next to the Akropoli metro stop and within walking distance of almost all the main sites. The rooms are really nice compared to most other hostels i've stayed in - very clean, en suite bathroom, little kitchen and a balcony. The restaurant and bar downstairs make the atmosphere really fun.... More

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Larisa, Greece
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

A great find in a fantastic location. It wasn't particularly cheap but for the quality of room and location it is good value. They do have cheaper rooms available so it is an excellent choice for those on a budget. It is noisy at night around the hotel but the double glazing worked well and we could shut the noise... More

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Nelson, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

We booked the Athens Backpackers Hostel, but we got moved to the suites, free of charge due to renovations in the building. We stayed in a six bed dorm with en suite bathroom. The rooms were very clean and modern, with a maid coming in daily to clean the bathroom and floors and everything, and also had a small kitchen.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013 via mobile

it is located right next to the acropolis metro station, so it is easy to get there. All staffs were kind, room was clean.

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Hamburg, Germany
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8 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

First off: this hostel is ok to stay at but very average.... I stayed in a 6 bed all female dorm with an ensuite bathroom. The room was very tiny for 6 people.. And the heater............ And the air conditioner......... Both running at the same time!!!!!!!!!!!! WTF?!?!?! You could turn the AC off, which I did (despite nagging room mates,... More

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Athens Backpackers Hotel
Athens Backpackers Hotel Athens
Address: 12 Makri | Makrigianni, Athens 11742, Greece
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Region: Greece > Attica > Athens
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 23 Speciality lodging in Athens
Price range (per night): ₹3,065 - ₹6,997
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Lonely Planet 2012 "AB has fast become the hostel of choice for excellent facilities and good-time atmosphere - you'll find an instant social scene, fabulous facilities, RoofBar with lots of action, clean comfortable beds - everything included" In Your Pocket March 2012 "A never-to-be-forgotten experience, people adore this non-smoking, English speaking joint - great opportunity to meet free-style travellers like you in the best location in the city" Australian owned and run hostel, right in the heart of classical Athens, an up-market area (97% rated best location) that is safe, central and door to door from the airport by metro. ... more   less 
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