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King George Hotel

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Some people have status and some seek status from symbols.
The King George II was created for people who recognize quality and demand excellence in everything they do.
A member of the Leading Hotels of the World, the King George II combines the grace and stature of a historic landmark with ultra-modern amenities and personal service that places guests’ comfort above all else – right down to a personal trainer in the state-of-the-art health club, exclusively for hotel guests.

Located on Syntagma Square, the King George II was originally built as a small urban palace that served as an annex to the Palace, which then occupied the building that houses Greece’s Parliament on the square’s eastern side. Later, it served briefly as the prime minister’s residence before being acquired by a Greek businessman who added several floors and converted it into a hotel. One of its first guests was King George II, who made it his haunt. In the Fifties, Sixties, and Seventies, it was also the favourite hotel of international celebrities, magnates, world leaders, and movie stars like Aristotle Onassis and Maria Kallas, Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier of Monaco, Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, Frank Sinatra, and Francois Mitterand.

A ground floor-to-penthouse renovation has restored the King George II’s original glamour. Advanced technology has also ensured a completely controlled environment: fully sound-proofed rooms, adjustable lighting calibrated to complement natural light, advanced climate control and ventilation, and, of course, internet connections.

A marble “carpet,” the famed Italian-style marmo tapeto, in the lobby ushers guests into a luxurious foyer furnished with velvet sofas, gilt-edged period chairs, and a gorgeous marquetry table depicting the gods of Mount Olympus. Meet guests at the lobby lounge with the impressive wood-panelled bar, then go to the Tudor Hall, one of the city’s restaurants. This is a favourite meeting point for politicians, diplomats, corporate executives, and international celebrities. The restaurant offers an imaginative menu that is a fusion of Greek gourmet delicacies and nouvelle cuisine, with a panoramic view of the city as the backdrop.

Enjoy your dinner at the Tudor Bar, one of the most exclusive cocktail lounges in the Greek capital. Even the finest whiskey seems smoother when you’re gazing at the artfully lit Acropolis. Settle into a wingchair to discuss business or sit on the soft sofas for a more intimate conversation against a backdrop of the city’s twinkling lights.

Designed for unique guests, the King George offers singular accommodations – including a Royal Penthouse Suite that redefines the concept of luxury. Larger than most city apartments, the 350-square-meter suite occupies the entire ninth floor – with enough space to host a reception for 70 of your closest friends. In such a lavish setting, private elevator, steam room, Jacuzzi, separate entrances for guests and staff, a butler, and limousine are considered standard amenities. What is more, you will find a private terrace with an exquisite view of the city, from the Parthenon to the Panathenaic Stadium, with a private swimming pool hand-laid with mosaic tiles.

Every room and suite is individually designed and decorated for guests who seek exclusive accommodations to match their standards. Hand-crafted armoires, custom upholstery fabrics in raw silk, and satin-fringed drapes are the sort of details that distinguish the King George II. Bathrooms are furnished with pale, grey-veined marble and have discreet, recessed lighting, deep tubs and separate glass-walled shower cabins. Corner suites have separate lounges, furnished with silk brocade sofas and separate working areas with period desk and high-backed chair. Mother-of-pearl mosaic tiles in the bathroom complement the soft coloring of the dressing air – a cozy boudoir with recessed mirror and plenty of closet space.

Apartment-sized Presidential Suites are decorated with period furniture, antiques, and original art.

Superior Guestrooms
Luxuriously furnished rooms overlooking the hotel’s courtyard with its flowering plants and bubbling fountain. These stylish rooms have their own personal touches and unique interior details representing a turn-of-the century period.

Premier Guestrooms
Comfortably and uniquely appointed rooms that are ideal for the business traveller. Most of them have a rare collection of antiques. Spacious working desks with hand made marqueterie and hand painted period armchairs. Most of these rooms overlook the hotel’s courtyard and interior garden.

Deluxe Guestrooms
These are located throughout the hotel and offer increased living space, some with separate parlour, spacious working area and sitting areas with couches. Their interiors are luxurious while they can be equally considered as Junior Suites.

Park Superior Guestrooms
Elegantly appointed rooms, with interiors inspired by the Italian turn-of-the century “King George II” era and which offer views of the Parliament House and the famous Synatgma Square of Athens.

Park Deluxe Guestroom
Spacious rooms, on the front side of the hotel with luxurious accommodation, impressive decorative wall moulding and ceiling medallions, rare French antique furnishings, custom upholstery fabrics in raw silk, and satin-fringed drapes. All these rooms offer views of the Parliament and Syntagma Square of Athens.

Acropolis Superior Guestrooms
Luxurious rooms that offer stunning views of the city of Athens and Acropolis. Their interiors are inspired by the Italian turn-of-the century “ King George II” era while they provide special interior details unique in every room.

Acropolis Deluxe Guestrooms
Offering the most privileged and gracious room accommodation in the hotel with luxurious French style interiors, impressive decorative wall moulding and ceiling medallions, rare antique furnishings, original artwork, custom upholstery fabrics in raw silk and satin-fringed drapes. These rooms have a spectacular view of the Acropolis.

Junior Suite – Park View
Elegantly appointed suites, with interiors inspired by the Italian turn-of-the century “King George II” era, some with decorative fireplace and sitting area which offers views of the Parliament House and the famous Syntagma Square of Athens. They can be converted into two-bedroom suites

Junior Suite - Acropolis View

Luxurious one bedroom suites facing the Acropolis, with interiors inspired by the Italian turn-of-the century “King George II” era, some with decorative fireplace and sitting area with silk brocade sofas. They can be converted into two-bedroom suites.

Deluxe Suite
The luxuriously appointed Deluxe Suites, ideal for the business traveller, are located at the corner of the hotel and overlook the hotel’s courtyard and inner garden. Carefully selected luxurious furniture provides unique ambience. All suites feature a separate living room with dining area, oversized writing desk and separate bedroom. They can be converted to two bedroom suites.

Acropolis Deluxe Suite
Overlooking the Acropolis and city of Athens, the spacious Acropolis Deluxe Suite features one bedroom and two full bathrooms. The Suite is decorated with period furniture, antiques and original art.

King George Suite
The King George Suite is a luxurious two bedroom suite. Located on the 6th floor at the front side of the hotel, it offers stunning views of the Acropolis, the House of Parliament and the city of Athens. This suite consists of two well appointed bedrooms, a spacious living room with decorative fireplace and dining area and can be used also for private entertaining. Rare antique furnishings, original artwork and fine fabrics create a rich residential atmosphere.

Royal Penthouse Suite
The impressive Royal Penthouse Suite redefines the concept of luxury. Larger than most city apartments, the 350-square-meter suite occupies the entire ninth floor – with enough space to host a reception for 70 of your closest friends. In such a lavish setting, private elevator, steam room, Jacuzzi, separate entrances for guests and staff, a butler, and limousine are considered standard amenities. The suite also has a private terrace with an exquisite view of the city, from the Parthenon to the Panathenaic Stadium, with a private swimming pool hand-laid with mosaic tiles.