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Athens Backpackers, Athens

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About the Hotel

12 Makri Street, Makrigianni, Athens, Greece, 11742
Great
8.3
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“The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city, making it super easy to explore all the main attractions on foot.”view full review

Athens Backpackers, rated 8.3/10 on Booking.com, offers a vibrant social scene with amenities such as comfortable beds and a rooftop bar with views of the Acropolis. This budget-friendly hotel has a communal atmosphere and is steps away from major attractions in downtown Athens.

Rooms & Amenities

Athens Backpackers provides 12 accommodations accessible via exterior corridors, each featuring air conditioning and options for private or shared rooms. Guests can enjoy complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property, and many rooms have access to balconies.

Dining & Bar Options

Dining options include the Bullseye Premium Burger Restaurant, which offers a selection of burgers, vegan dishes, and local craft beers. Guests can also enjoy local wines and snacks at the lobby bar or relax at the outdoor courtyard area.

Leisure & Nightlife

The hotel features Sunnies Roof Bar, a prime location for sunset rituals with panoramic city views. Additionally, the property is within walking distance of vibrant nightlife, including night clubs, bars, and traditional taverns.

Location & Transportation

Conveniently located near Akropoli Metro Station (4 minutes on foot), Athens Backpackers offers easy access to several key landmarks such as the Acropolis Museum and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, both within 0.5 km.

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Athens Backpackers Hostel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Bed 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Bed 6-Bed Dormitory Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Triple Room Garden View
Triple Room Garden View
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Athens Backpackers Hostel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Athens Backpackers Hostel Location

12 Makri Street, Makrigianni, Athens, Greece, 11742
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12 Makri Street, Makrigianni, Athens, Greece, 11742
City landmarks
Ruin
Ancient Agora of Athens
3500 ft
Landmark
Panathenaic Stadium
3400 ft
Landmark
Temple of Hephaestus
1.2 mi
Landmark
National Garden
3400 ft
Landmark
National Archaeological Museum
1.4 mi
Monument
Philopappos Monument
3500 ft
Event hall
Odeon of Herodes Atticus
3500 ft
Landmark
Temple of Athena Nike
3500 ft
Cemetery
Archaeological site of Kerameikos
1.2 mi
Museum
Byzantine and Christian Museum
1.1 mi
Museum
Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments
2300 ft
Museum
Museum of the City of Athens
5000 ft
Museum
Benaki Museum
1.1 mi
Museum
National Historic Museum
5000 ft
Museum
Museum of Cycladic Art
1.1 mi
Nearby
Museum
Acropolis Museum
800 ft
via Dionysiou Areopagitou str.
Acropolis
800 ft
Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou
Parthenon
800 ft
Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias
Temple of Olympian Zeus
800 ft
3 Polignotou
Roman Agora
800 ft
Monument
Arch of Hadrian
800 ft
Athens 105 58
Erechtheion
800 ft
cnr Sellei & Lysikratous
Choragic Monument of Lysicrates
800 ft
The Plaka
Plaka
800 ft
Tower
Tower of the Winds
800 ft
Museum
The Jewish Museum of Greece
800 ft
Museum
Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
800 ft
On northeast slope of Acropolis rock On northeast slope of Acropolis rock
Anafiotika
800 ft
Kodrou 9 Plaka
Museum of Greek Children's Art
800 ft
Dionysiou Areopagitou
Theatre of Dionysus
1100 ft
Restaurants
Smile Cafe Restaurant
600 ft
24 Syngrou Avenue Tsokri Park 1 - Makrigianni area
Fresko Yogurt Bar
500 ft
3 Dionissiou Tou Areopagitou
Mani Mani
1300 ft
Falirou 10 Acropolis
Taverna PANOS
200 ft
24 Makri Acropolis
O Gyros pou Girevis
400 ft
1 Athanasiou Diakou
Froots Juice Bar
300 ft
6 Athanassiou Diakou Porinou
Souvlaki
400 ft
Athanasiou Diakou 5
To Kati Allo
1000 ft
12 Chatzichristou
Coffee Island
500 ft
Makrygianni 15
Ice Queen Gelato
400 ft
Makrygianni 9
Getting around
City Centre
Athens21 min  ·  1.1 mi
Airports
Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)52 min  ·  21.2 mi
Train
Monastiraki Railway Station12 min  ·  3300 ft
Thissio Railway Station16 min  ·  4300 ft
Underground
Akropoli3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Athens Backpackers provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Greek, Russian
Number of rooms:
72

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Athens Backpackers Hostel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 947 verified reviews
8.1/10
Great
83%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.3/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.9/10
Location
9.6/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.5/10
Guest reviews
based on 2370 reviews
8.3/10
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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