Hotel Grande Bretagne, Athens

The Hotel Grande Bretagne is a luxurious reflection of Greek hospitality.

The Grande Bretagne represents the essence of hospitality in Greece for more than 134 years. Since it reopening in 2003, the promises of defined excellence have even been exceeded. The Hotel was proud to be again host to the world of sports on the occasion of the Olympic Games that took place in the country of origin in 2004. For all guests the Hotel Grande Bretagne offers a special treat with the impressive SPA area, designed to relax and refresh body and spirit.

Discerning Travelers from all over the world are invited to revitalize their energy in elegant Recreation Areas, dive into the freshness of the indoor and outdoor pool or indulge in a wide range of beauty and wellness treatments. ... [+] More

The Hotel Grande Bretagne offers the best location in Athens with spectacular views to Acropolis and sets a spectacular example in the international hotel business, offering pure luxury in service and living. This prestigious hotel, reflecting Europe's finest history and hospitality, is a perfect asset to the legendary hotels of The Luxury Collection brand within Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

The Grande Bretagne has reached a new era of defined excellence. Your stay with us shall be crowned by every conceivable amenity and impeccable service.
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Guest Rooms of the Grande Bretagne

Luxurious fabrics and restored antiques personalize our 320 rooms and suites, all newly renovated. Distinctly refined residential elegance is reflected in each of the 56 well appointed suites, while butlers and staff provide unsurpassed service.

All rooms and suites offer the finest appointments : beds are cocoon of pure comfort with multiple pillows and cloud soft douvets, plush bathrobes and slippers the wall-to-wall marble bathrooms are well designed with fog resistant mirrors, quality amenities and lighted magnifying mirrors.

All 320 rooms are equipped with cable television, voice mail, high-speed internet, minibar and wood-paneled wordrobes with in-room safes Precious fabrics, fine furnishings, and the latest high tech facilities, carefully combined to preserve a perfect harmony.

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Dining

GB Corner - The most famous brasserie in the capital lies to your right as you walk into the lobby. The GB Corner is famous not only for its unique ambience and excellent Mediterranean cuisine, but also for its clientele. Highly renowned Athenians meet here to partake in GB Corner's refined environment, complete with its luxurious yet functional lighting and the unique comfort afforded by perfectly designed chairs and dinner tables arranged to allow privacy in crowd. GB Corner sets the standards against which people measure the best of Athens eateries.

Located in a corner of the hotel’s main lobby, GB Corner is the property’s signature restaurant. It boasts a sophisticated, yet lively, atmosphere. Much of the mood stems from its 1900 art-deco interior design, which is essentially elegant in style and a delightful reminder of such a charming era.

The varied, colourful, Mediterranean menu by Chef Bertrand Valegeas is complemented by the relaxed and comfortable surroundings. An open kitchen enhances the atmosphere of the restaurant.

Drop in anytime for lunch or dinner from 12 noon until 2 o'clock in the morning and dine in the company of the capital's most influential writers, politicians and professionals. Relax at one of the exclusive ground floor tables or luxuriate in the historical loft with its leather button sofas. Whichever you choose, you are sure to be impressed by the speed of the service.

And as you savor the tantalizing cuisine, let your eyes wander over the rich collection of art deco from the 1900s. Relax and allow yourself to be carried away by the magical sounds of instrumental melodies.

GB Corner is the ultimate Greek experience in a truly historic city. This is THE place to be seen in Athens.

GB ROOF GARDEN BAR-RESTAURANT - Unparalleled in the capital, this magnificent roof-top restaurant with contemporary design provides breathtaking city views.

Stunning vistas summon up a totally relaxing ambience for breakfast and dinner year round. The restaurant re-opened in June 2006, following a complete renovation. Grilled steaks, fresh seafood and the very noblest of Mediterranean cuisine from Chef Filippo Abisso are served, as guests savour the experience of watching the sun set majestically behind the ancient Acropolis, firing the imagination to thoughts of a truly classical age.

Open during breakfast, lunch and dinner, you are given the opportunity to enjoy your meal with great view of the whole of Athens. Regardless of the weather, sunny, cloudy, rainy, windy, have a unique experience in the GB Roof Garden

GB Winter Garden - A cafe-style restaurant, the Winter Garden offers continental breakfast, a-la-carte breakfast dishes and, from mid-morning to closing time, a selection of tempting, light snacks.

In the heart of the hotel’s lobby, adjacent to the bar, this restaurant even boasts some specially planted palm trees!

Opening Hours: 6.30 am – 2 am
Location – ground floor

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Bars & Lounges

Alexander's Bar - Voted the best hotel bar in the world for 2004.

A superb cocktail bar reflecting the excitement and enthusiasm here in this buzzing Greek capital.

The focal point of the bar is an extraordinary tapestry from the 18th century of Alexander the Great.

In a warm, congenial atmosphere, Alexander’s offers premium brand cognacs, brandies, local and international wines and other beverages as well as the most impressive selection of cigars in a specially designed walk-in humidor.
All of this is accompanied by live music and, of course, warm and friendly service.

Opening Hours: 11 am – 2 am
Location - ground floor

Pool Bar - The place to relax with a refreshing drink in a pleasant open-air poolside setting.

Laze or swim amid an environment of pergolas, aromatic plants and a magnificent view of the Lucabettus Hill. At night there are few equals to this illuminated view. The perfect romantic interlude.

Opening Hours: (seasonal) 11 am – 7 pm
Location – 8th floor
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GB Spa

Nestled in the heart of this legendary hotel is the GB Spa, a palatial destination for the discerning spa user. Escape from the hectic pace of modern-day life into this urban retreat - a place where East meets West and contemporary meets classic.

We are proud to introduce our complete Treatment Menu, specially designed for every need of body and mind.

Every ESPA treatment is a totally caring experience and the ultimate in luxury. By taking a holistic approach, the treatments are as much for the inner-self and mind as they are for face or body.

VALMONT, the most luxurious face treatments in the world from the famous Swiss brand, experts in rejuvenation and skin rebirth. Experience the ultimate pleasure of our treatments with their outstanding results.

ALGOANE, the French Thalasso-Spa leader proposes the discovery of the revitalizing power of fresh algae from Brittany through its slimming and firming revitalizing body treatments.

GB Spa DAILY HOURS:
Gym Area, Indoor Pool: 6 a.m to 10 p.m
Thermal Suite, Spa Treatments: 9 a.m to 9.30 p.m (last appointment at 8 p.m)

Reservations:
We encourage guests to schedule their appointments two to five days in advance, to ensure a preferred treatment or therapist is available. All reservations must be secured by credit card and a valid telephone number.

Treatments are available for both hotel and local guests.
Please note that for local guests a fee will be applied for access to the Pool area.

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Athens

In Athens, the capital of Greece, past, present, and future coexist in breathtaking harmony.

The Doric columns of the Parthenon stunningly complement the modern skyline of the city that lies at the foot of the sacred rock of the Acropolis.

The Metro’s state-ofthe- art technology connects old and new, bridging the gap between the 5th-century- B.C. monuments and the 21st-century center of commerce. The age-old and the brandnew, coexist beautifully in Europe’s oldest capital.

Whether traveling on business or pleasure, you will find that Athens offers an unparalleled array of choices ranging from luxurious hotels to state-of-the art conference centers.

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Brief history of the Hotel Grande Bretagne
The Hotel Grande Bretagne is not simply a luxury hotel in Athens (surely the most luxurious establishment in Greece) - it is an institution in itself. Ever since it opened its doors to receive the first visitor in 1874, the Grande Bretagne has been a point of reference in the social, political and economic life of Athens and, by extension, of the whole of Greece.

Over the 133 years of the hotel' s existence one also observes the evolution of a basically agricultural society -just half a century after the country's liberation from the Ottoman rule and the creation of a tiny, impoverished country- through the gradual stages of development leading to a modern State and the creation of an important middle class with a European character.