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Balasca Hotel

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Acropolis

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In the heart of Athens, Balasca Hotel offers a warm welcome with a rooftop terrace and coffee shop. Connect to in-room WiFi, indulge in buffet breakfast, or explore nearby National Archaeological Museum with help from multilingual staff.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car rentals on site
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Double Room

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Quadruple Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Single Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Liosion 45, Athens, Attiki, 10439

What's nearby

  • Omonoia Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Archaeological Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ermou Street - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Monastiraki Flea Market - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Acropolis - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 40 min drive
  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 4 min drive
  • Agioi Anargyroi Station - 5 min drive
  • Athens Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Larissa Metro Station - 5 min walk
  • Metaxourgeio Station - 8 min walk
  • Victoria Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Falafel Mohammad Ali - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Ariston - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Bar Novotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Γη - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Diethnes Hotel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Balasca Hotel

  • Balasca Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Syntagma Square and Monastiraki Flea Market. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Ermou Street and Temple of Olympian Zeus are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Larissa Metro Station is 5 minutes and Metaxourgeio Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 83 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, up to 11 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1978
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 5 for adults and EUR 5 for children

Policies

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Balasca Athens
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Frequently asked questions

Does Balasca Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Balasca Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Balasca Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a maximum weight of 11 lbs per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Balasca Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balasca Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Does Balasca Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Balasca Hotel like?

Balasca Hotel is in Athens City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Larissa Metro Station and 10 minutes' walk from Omonoia Square.

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Reviews

Balasca Hotel Reviews

6.4

Good

6.4

Cleanliness

5.6

Location

6.6

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

Bathroom needs some help. Ours had a dingy shower curtain that was clearly dirty from soaking in water. The staff were helpful but not friendly. My husband tried to engage them on several occasions but was rebuffed with scowls it very curt answers, even the ones that spoke fluent English.
Trina, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Dried blood of the back of the cover, stains on the chairs and all over the carpet and even on the shower floor, horrible smell, wilted apples at breakfast.. like out of a horror movie.
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Viešbutis keliautojams

Vidutinės klasės viešbutis. Buvo problemų duše, dėl nesandarios dušo kabinos ant grindų pribėgdavo vandens. Pusryčiai įvairūs, buvo keli karšti patiekalai. Didelis balkonas, gražus vaizdas per viršutinius aukštus. Mašiną sunkiai , bet įmanoma pastatyti gatvėje šalia viešbučio. Nesunkiai pėsčiomis pasiekiamas centras ir Akropolis. WiFi kokybiškas ir greitas.
Donatas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Просто обычный отель

Заселили не сразу, хотя приехали в отель около 16-00 --- ждали пока уберут наш номер. Вешалок не было вообще, попросили у горничной и она выдала 5 штук. Уборка регулярно. Вид из окна своеобразный, улица шумная - но спать не мешала. Холодильник небольшой и работал тихо и хорошо. Самое неприятное в номере для нас - это ковролин на полу. Обслуга говорит на русском, но на ресепшене знают язык и молчат. Русскоязычных гостей очень много. До метро и до ж.д станции минут 5 пешком. Район не люкс, но проблем никаких не было даже ночью. Вокруг много магазинчиков на любой вкус и рядом два дисконтных супермаркета "BAZAAR".
GERMAN, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Booked three different time periods for a total five nights. It was not an experience that I'd want to go through again. The rooms were very small and cramped, and none of the TV worked in the 5 different rooms that we stayed. Bathrooms are terribly small. Small is ok, but the shower stalls did not even have proper shower curtains. So, the bathrooms became a mess once you have used them. It is not a good place to stay.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Does the job

Stayed here for two nights, and was overall happy with my experience. The room was spacious and clean, and the balcony had a great view of the Acropolis. Seemed to be located in a bit of a dodgy area, but we ha did no incidents while walking around the streets. Within easy walking distance of the Archeological Museum. Popular tourist spots like the Acropolis were quite a long walk away but were doable. Overall a pleasant experience.
Rowan, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good location

Good location of hotel, close of metro station and from train station, staff was unfriendly and at times rude. Breakfast was fine and worth for money. Area is just OK, not recommend to someone with family but fine if you are alone. Overall clean hotel but can be improved.
3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Oldfashion small hotel.

Unclean room, nobody changed towel or sheet not even a once during at week. Staff was not friendly or helpfull.
Joni, 7-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Only good thing in this hotel was that it is close to metro station
7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A comfortable stay

The Balasca Hotel was ideal for our 2 night stay in Athens.
Joan, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The Good: It's cheap, and right by both the subway and Athens Central Railway for easy access to the airport and anywhere in the city. The Bad: WiFi didn't really work in the rooms, furniture was dingy, and calling the breakfast "horrendous" would be a compliment, although it was included in the price. You get what you pay for. Decent value for the money.
2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good place for a couple of nights

If you are looking for a cheap hotel, this is the hotel for you. Very small elevator. Breakfast is good enough. 10 min walk to the archaeological museum. Costs 5 euros by taxi to Syntagma square. Being outside the central city, costs 44 euros to get to Airport. CHAT tours has pickup and dropoff, so works out great.
Alexei, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Отличный отель за свою цену.

Нормальный отель за свои деньги. В пешей доступности от площади Омонии и от центра, Плаки и т.д. Всегда везде ходили пешком. Номера скромные, мебель тоже, но зато все чисто и убрано. Каждый день в номере меняли полотенца и делали уборку. Очень хороший шведский стол на завтраки, потому завтраки рекомендую покупать не задумываясь. Толп беженцев мы не заметили, хотя они там часто встречаются. Но больше их видно днем, а когда возвращались в отель ночью, то улицы практически пустые. Если нужен бюджетный отель в пешей доступности до основных достопримечательностей, тогда смело рекомендую этот отель.
Vitalii, 4-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Худший отель в моей жизни.

Ужасный отель! Персонал очень недружелюбный, наши друзья не говорят по английски, на рецепции русскоговорящие требовали, что бы они говорили только на английском. Район где проживают эмигранты- очень опасный. Отель мы выбрали из за парковки, которая фактически вмещает 8 машин всего, а отель заявляет , что имеет парковку, даже на отельной парковке бьют Стекла в машинах. Завтрак скудный. У нас был номер на четверых , три кровати и раскладушка, которые вплотную были придвинуты друг к другу, что не было доступа к шкафу, вещи ставили в туалет, который так же не отличался большим размером. Белье старое, полотенца линяют. Фактически уборки не было, тоесть она была, но даже мусор выбрасывали не каждый день. WiFi работал хорошо только внизу, на 6-ом этаже почти не ловил. Отвратительный отель-худший в моей жизни. Никому никогда не порекомендую , даже песплатно останавливаться в этом отеле.
Vladimir, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Не советую!

Нам не понравилось совсем. Ни район расположения, ни обслуживание на рецепции. Всем все равно! Обещанная парковка - это близлежащие улицы, на которой нам поцарапали арендованную машину. Сказано было, что нет места на парковке, ставьте где хотите. Безразличие и пофигизм -характеристика этого отеля.
Dmitry, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ótimo custo benefício

Goste muito da localização. Limpeza, conforto, e cafe da manha. Otimo custo beneficio.
Antonio, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

bemötande måste förbättras,,de har inte erfarenhet om hur man bemöta kunder på den här plats,,,,det tycker jag.
Andrews Mati, 13-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Decent!

It is a decent hotel. Near to the main rail station.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Needing serious improvement

The hotel needs work - shower and ac barely worked, elevator too tiny, breakfast very unappetizing, with watery juice and coffee bad by any standard. Location is good, easy neighborhood walk to Museum. Staff tried.
2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Slitet, med små rum

Funkar för någon natt, men frukosten saknade helt frukt och grönsaker. Personalen i receptionen var inte direkt otrevlig, men inte heller särskilt vänlig.
Sara, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Basic hotel good for one-two night stays

Hugely convenient location, especially if by car, friendly and professional staff, nice room, if a bit dated, especially the flowery bathroom, clean. Minus: inability to keep light out of the room during the day and complete lack of soundproofing, my room was in front of the elevator door and everything sounded as if happening inside! Linen was clean but had a subjectively unpleasant smell, probably from the detergent used. I think it should be cheaper.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

All rooms are smoking so their was a smell of smok

Good check in Hotel 10 minute walk to ammonia Metro about 7 minute walk. Clothes hangers were never brought after request Lobby was nice and in good shape. Room was small but comfortable with nice bathroom Night clerk a little too friendly
Verified

4/10 Fair

3 Yıldızı hak etmiyor

Konum olarak güvenli olmayan bir bölgede. Otelin içi eski ve yıpranmış. Oda konforu yetersiz. Kahvaltı yetersiz, lobi-bar kahvaltı alanı. Tek iyi yanı araç park yeri ve personelin güler yüzlü olması. 3 Yıldızı kesinlikle hak etmiyor. Bir çok 2 yıldızlı otel daha iyi durumda
Verified

6/10 Good

샤워공간이 좁은 것을 제외하고는 그럭저럭.
Verified

6/10 Good

Καθαρό μεν αλλά θορυβώδες, ξενοδοχείο!

Ο κλιματισμός - θέρμανση, λειτουργούσε πρακτικά μόνο στο μέγιστο οπότε για να ζεσταίνεσαι έπρεπε να ενοχλείσαι από τον θόρυβο! Επιπλέον η θέρμανση λειτουργούσε από 20.00 έως περίπου 09.00! Το υπόλοιπο διάστημα έκανε κρύο!!! Η περιοχή γύρωθεν, είναι υποβαθμισμένη, όπως όλο σχεδόν το κέντρο των Αθηνών. Η τοποθεσία κοντά στον Σιδηροδρομικό Σταθμό και την πλατεία Ομονοίας.