Dryades & Orion Hotel, Athens ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Emmanouil Benaki 105 & Aneksartisias 7, Athens, Greece, 105 51

Close to the Acropolis

Great

8.9

8.3

/10

4.5

Loved by guests

Cute staff
Clean rooms
Fantastic view
Good breakfast
Comfortable beds
Safe area

"Breakfast which was served at a beautiful viewed terrace was great and various - many homemade dishes, salads, vegetables and etc."

Amanda from Georgia

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"We chose this hotel because we wanted to have a balcony with an acropolis view and it was great."

Ian from United Kingdom

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"The top floor had a lovely outdoor terrace where breakfast was served every morning and had a great view of Athens and the acropolis."

hannahrose_24 from United Kingdom

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Rooms in Dryades Hotel

Dryades Hotel offers rooms with a mini bar, air conditioning, LCD TV, and tea/coffee maker. First-floor rooms feature balconies, high ceilings, and new bathrooms, with access to a shared kitchen. Second-floor rooms provide views of Athens and the Acropolis, Lycabettus, or Strefi Hill. Ground-floor rooms offer courtyard access but lack balconies.

Rooms in Orion Hotel

Orion Hotel provides bright rooms with city, Lycabettus, or Strefi Hill views. Each room includes a private bathroom, refrigerator, kettle, TV, central heating, and air conditioning. Refurbished rooms from 2013-2014 are available. A shared kitchen and a patio with city views are located on the top floor.

Location in Exarcheia

Dryades & Orion Hotel is located in Exarcheia, near Strefi Hill. The area is home to cafes, bars, Greek and international restaurants, theaters, music venues, and bookstores. The National Archaeological Museum is a 5-minute walk. Plaka, the Acropolis, and Syntagma Square are a 20-minute walk. Omonia or Panepistimio Metro Stations are 10 minutes away, and the nearest bus stop is 2 minutes away.

Transportation Options

From Athens Airport, a taxi to the hotel costs 40€ (5:00 AM to midnight) or 55€ (midnight to 5:00 AM). The X95 bus to Syntagma Square runs 24/7 (€6 per person). The metro to Syntagma Station costs €10 per person and operates from 5:00 AM to midnight. From Syntagma Square, take bus 230 to Kallidromiou stop. From Piraeus Port, take the metro to Omonia Square (€1.40), then bus 813 to Kallidromiou, or walk to the hotel via Themistokleous Street.

Hotel Services

Dryades Hotel features a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, and a terrace. Orion Hotel has a rooftop terrace with Acropolis views. Both hotels provide dry cleaning services. A breakfast room with city view and fully-equipped shared kitchens are available.

“Dryades & Orion offers a compelling mix: budget-friendly rooms paired with inspiring views of Athens. The rooftop terrace really stands out. It's a simple and well-located place to stay, where the vistas and helpful staff elevate the experience.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

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Highlights from guests

DiningRooftop Views

Breakfast on the roof offers superb food with an amazing view. Enjoy local treats with city views. Orange juice and honey are the best!

George K. from Greece

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Room FeaturesBalcony Bliss

The room had a nice balcony with a distant view. The mini fridge had complimentary water, and the air conditioning worked great.

Emma R. from Australia

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Guest ParkingEasy Access

Transportation was easy by taxi from the airport to the hotel and close to several bus routes, so it's easy to travel around.

Ali Z. from Saudi Arabia

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BedroomCozy Comfort

The rooms are cozy and cleaned daily. It had everything we needed with renovated interiors. Bed was comfy.

Isabelle D. from France

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double or Twin Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

2 Single beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

1 Double bed

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Economy Single Room

2 persons

90 sq. feet

1 Single bed

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Budget Triple Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Emmanouil Benaki 105 & Aneksartisias 7, Athens, Greece, 105 51

Map view

Emmanouil Benaki 105 & Aneksartisias 7, Athens, Greece, 105 51

City landmarks

Museum

Acropolis Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Acropolis

1.3 mi

Landmark

Parthenon

1.3 mi

Landmark

National Archaeological Museum

2700 ft

Landmark

Panathenaic Stadium

1.3 mi

Ruin

Ancient Agora of Athens

1.8 mi

Landmark

Temple of Olympian Zeus

1.3 mi

Landmark

Mount Lycabettus

1.2 mi

Landmark

Plaka

1.6 mi

Landmark

National Garden

1.5 mi

Landmark

Temple of Hephaestus

1.2 mi

Museum

Benaki Museum

3600 ft

Monument

Arch of Hadrian

1.2 mi

Landmark

Roman Agora

1.6 mi

Museum

Museum of Cycladic Art

3600 ft

Landmark

Syntagma guards ceremony

1.2 mi

Cemetery

Archaeological site of Kerameikos

1.3 mi

Museum

Byzantine and Christian Museum

3600 ft

Landmark

Erechtheion

1.6 mi

Mall

Monastiraki

4300 ft

Landmark

Technopolis City of Athens

1.5 mi

Museum

Museum of the City of Athens

4300 ft

Museum

National Historic Museum

4300 ft

Museum

Numismatic Museum of Athens

3600 ft

Square

Plateia Syntagmatos

4300 ft

Square

Omonia Square

4300 ft

Museum

Hellenic Motor Museum

2700 ft

Shopping Area

Attica, The Department Store

4300 ft

Museum

Epigraphical Museum

2700 ft

Library

National Library of Greece

4300 ft

Nearby

28is Oktovriou 44

National Archaeological Museum

1800 ft

Museum

Epigraphical Museum

1700 ft

Restaurants

Atitamos

1900 ft

Solonos & Kapodistrou 2

Exostrefis

100 ft

Anexartisias 9 Lofos Strefi

Efimeron

400 ft

Methonis 58

Oinomageirio Mparmpagiannis

800 ft

Emmanouil Benaki 94 Exarchia

Meidani

800 ft

63 Themistokleous

CrepeXarchia

800 ft

63 Themistokleous

Aylak

1000 ft

Em. Benaki 73

Achileas

1100 ft

Valtetsiou 62 Plateia Exarcheion

Rakoumel

1100 ft

71 Benaki Emmanouil

Explore Athens

Local Highlights

National Archaeological Museum

10 minutes' walk

Renowned for its extensive collection of ancient artifacts, this museum houses treasures from Greece's storied past.

Benaki Museum

13 minutes' walk

This museum showcases Greece's cultural heritage, from ancient to modern art, in a stunning neoclassical building.

Erechtheion

30 minutes' walk

An ancient temple on the Acropolis, known for its beautiful Caryatids and rich historical significance.

Panathenaic Stadium

25 minutes' walk

The only stadium in the world made entirely of marble, it hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.

Hiking Mount Lycabettus

25 minutes' walk

A popular trail leading to Athens' highest point, offering stunning city views and a restaurant at the summit.

Yoga at Iliou Melathon Garden

11 minutes' walk

Relaxing yoga sessions in a lush garden setting, perfect for unwinding amidst the hustle of the city.

Biking in National Marine Park

9 minutes' drive

Thrill-seekers can enjoy biking along scenic coastal paths in this beautiful marine park, with bike rentals nearby.

Exostrefis

1 minute' walk

A cozy spot serving traditional Greek dishes, known for its friendly atmosphere and fresh, local ingredients.

Atitamos

7 minutes' walk

Culinary hotspot famous for its creative Greek dishes, offering a vibrant setting and vegetarian options.

Oinomageirio Mparmpagiannis

3 minutes' walk

Known for its extensive wine list and authentic Greek fare, this restaurant features a warm, rustic ambiance.

Theater of Athens

15 minutes' drive

Offers a variety of performances including plays, concerts, and special events in an elegant setting.

Barley Cargo

10 minutes' drive

A trendy bar providing live music, great cocktails, and a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for a night out.

Jazz Night at Six Dogs

12 minutes' drive

A vibrant space with live jazz sessions, delicious cocktails, and an eclectic crowd, suitable for all ages.

Getting around

City Centre

Athens14 min · 3700 ft

Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH)50 min · 20.6 mi

Train

Victoria Railway Station12 min · 3300 ft

Underground

Panepistimio12 min · 3300 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 13:30-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 9 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

Greek

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Questions of the users

About Dryades & Orion Hotel

Is there convenient parking available near the hotel?

12 November 2024

Several free public parking spaces can be found on the nearby streets, along with private parking lots located within a short walking distance from the hotel.

What is the cost of breakfast at the hotel?

18 December 2024

Breakfast is offered at a price of 7€ per person per day, served on the roof garden with stunning views of the Acropolis.

What time is the latest I can check out from the hotel?

5 January 2025

The latest check-out time is at noon (12:00).

Does the hotel provide airport shuttle services?

9 February 2025

Airport transfer via taxi can be arranged from and to the hotel.

Is it necessary to pay a deposit when making a reservation?

22 March 2025

A prepayment or at least a deposit is required to secure your reservation.

Are all rooms equipped with private bathrooms?

30 April 2025

Yes, every room in the hotel includes a private bathroom.

Is there an elevator available for guests with mobility issues?

15 May 2025

The hotel has two buildings, with one featuring an elevator. Guests can request rooms in the building with the lift or choose ground-floor accommodation if needed.

Is smoking allowed in indoor areas of the hotel?

26 June 2025

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the hotel, including guest rooms.

How reliable is the Wi-Fi connection in the hotel?

11 July 2025

The hotel offers fast and stable Wi-Fi, with no complaints reported regarding its speed.

What is the best way to get to the hotel from Syntagma Square?

8 August 2025

Taking a taxi from Syntagma Square to the hotel is recommended, with a travel time of about 10 minutes and a cost of around 10€.