Balasca Hotel Athens, Athens ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

45 Liosion & Ipirou Str, Athens, Greece, 10439

Balasca Hotel is situated centrally in Athens, offering views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. The property is just a 5-minute walk from Larissa Railroad Station, providing convenient connections to Northern Greece. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities including a bar area, free WiFi, and a complimentary breakfast. Its prime location allows easy access to local shopping and sightseeing attractions.

Location

Balasca Hotel is centrally located within 0.1 miles of Larissis Train and Metro Station, making it easy for guests to explore Athens. The hotel is 1 miles from Monastiraki and close to numerous cultural landmarks. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, located 25 miles away.

Rooms

All guestrooms at Balasca Hotel feature air conditioning and private bathrooms. Each room is equipped with a satellite TV, hairdryer, and fridge. Many rooms also include a balcony, some offering city views. Free toiletries and ironing facilities are provided for guest convenience.

Eat & Drink

The hotel restaurant serves a rich buffet breakfast daily, with options for both Greek and international cuisine. Guests can also enjoy a selection of Greek wines at the bar area. Coffee and tea are available in a common area for added convenience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides free WiFi throughout the property and offers free private parking. A 24-hour front desk is available for ticket bookings and car rental arrangements. Leisurely activities, including golfing, can be enjoyed nearby.

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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 Room with 1 Single Bed

Max:

1 person

14 m²

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1 Single bed

Garden view

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Standard Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

22 m²

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3 Single beds

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Athens3300 ft

Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) 24.2 mi

Train

Larissis Metro - Railway Station1400 ft

Metro stations

Larissa1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Rooms!

The room was incredibly comfortable, with a great bed that made for a restful night’s sleep.view full review

Easy Parking Access

Having the parking right in front of the hotel was so convenient, it made arriving and leaving a breeze.view full review

Spotless Bathroom

The bathroom was impeccably clean, which added to the overall refreshing experience of our stay.view full review

Charming View

The living area provided a lovely almost neighborly view, perfect for relaxing on the balcony in the mornings.view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Elevator

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cribs

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe
Patio
Balcony

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Television
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

45 Liosion & Ipirou Str, Athens, Greece, 10439

Map view

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45 Liosion & Ipirou Str, Athens, Greece, 10439

City landmarks

Museums

Acropolis Museum

1.5 mi

via Dionysiou Areopagitou str.

Acropolis

1.3 mi

Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou

Parthenon

1.3 mi

28is Oktovriou 44

National Archaeological Museum

2600 ft

Ruin

Ancient Agora of Athens

1.3 mi

The Plaka

Plaka

1.3 mi

Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue

Panathenaic Stadium

1.8 mi

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Mount Lycabettus

1.3 mi

Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 1

National Garden

1.4 mi

Cemetery

Archaeological site of Kerameikos

1.2 mi

Landmark

Temple of Hephaestus

1.3 mi

Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias

Temple of Olympian Zeus

1.6 mi

3 Polignotou

Roman Agora

1.2 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Arch of Hadrian

1.5 mi

Adrianou 24

Syntagma guards ceremony

1.3 mi

Athens 105 58

Erechtheion

1.3 mi

Pireos 100 Gazi

Technopolis City of Athens

1.2 mi

Karaiskaki 17

Little Kook

5300 ft

Museums

Museum of the City of Athens

1.0 mi

Square

Omonia Square

2900 ft

Mall

Monastiraki

1.1 mi

Akadimia Platonos

1.4 mi

Museums

Hellenic Motor Museum

2300 ft

Museums

Benaki Museum

1.4 mi

Events

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

1.4 mi

Museums

Benaki Museum of Islamic Art

5300 ft

cnr Sellei & Lysikratous

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

1.4 mi

Tower

Tower of the Winds

1.3 mi

Libraries

National Library of Greece

4800 ft

Museums

Epigraphical Museum

3600 ft

Nearby

28is Oktovriou 44

National Archaeological Museum

2600 ft

Square

Omonia Square

2900 ft

Museums

Hellenic Motor Museum

2300 ft

Museums

Epigraphical Museum

3600 ft

Square

Kolonaki Square

3400 ft

Restaurants

800 ft

Alkamenous 26

BeeRaki

1200 ft

6 Psiloriti Larisis Station

Non Stop

1000 ft

Sonierou 23

Kapani

1300 ft

Chiou 29

Casaloma Pizza

1500 ft

Agiou Pavlou

Ginger Grill

1600 ft

Acharnon 61

Atitamos

3300 ft

Solonos & Kapodistrou 2

Taverna Ta Varelia

1900 ft

55 Favierou

En Elladi Center

1800 ft

7 Peoniou

Kabul

1900 ft

Acharnon 84

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

54%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Clean rooms

Poor service

Lack of heating

5.4/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.9

Location

6.1

Service

5.4

Dining

5.0

2.5/5 based on 171 review

#237 of 296 hotels in Athens based on Tripadvisor

Lauren

United States of America, September 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the positive side, the rooms were clean with a fantastic view of The Acropolis, and it was great to have free private parking. However, the service left a lot to be desired, and the location felt a bit rough and concerning in terms of safety. Overall, it was a decent stay, but not without its drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and offered a perfect view of The Acropolis, with amenities like a mini fridge, air conditioning, and TV.

Service

5.0

The service was quite lacking; the staff wasn't very friendly and didn't seem to care about our concerns, even when it was their fault.

Location

6.0

The location is relatively close to the city center and public transport, but it’s in a rougher area which made me uneasy.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were basic, and although there was parking available, I expected more for the price.

Christopher

United States of America, August 2024

5.4/10

I stayed at this hotel and appreciated the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. The location was a bit sketchy, but it was convenient for getting around the city. While the room size was acceptable, I would have preferred more towels. Also, the dining experience didn't meet my expectations, and I wouldn't recommend having breakfast here.

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean and spacious enough for three, though I wish it had more towels.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly, but their attitude was a bit brush-off when mistakes were made about the room availability.

Location

5.0

The location was convenient because it's close to the metro, but I felt unsafe walking around at night.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast quality was quite poor, definitely not worth it, and I would recommend eating out instead.

Facilities

6.0

Basic amenities were provided, but nothing exceptional stood out in terms of facilities.

Bud

United States of America, August 2024

6.4/10

Overall, my stay was a mixed bag. The hotel offers a comfortable and clean room and is very convenient in terms of access to public transport, but the location feels a bit sketchy at times. Service was not up to par with my expectations. Despite that, I found the breakfast quite decent and affordable, which added some value to my stay.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be clean and carpeted, which was a bit unusual for a warm country, but they were comfortable nonetheless.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, the service was lacking. The staff entered my room without knocking during midnight, and my emails went unanswered before my arrival. I didn't appreciate being asked to pay the full amount at check-in either.

Location

6.0

The location wasn't the best—it's in a rougher area but still somehow convenient. While it’s not central, I could reach urban hotspots either on foot or via the metro. It's also easy to get to from the airport, but I did feel a little unsafe at times.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was included and offered good value—I particularly enjoyed the toasted bread. It definitely added to the overall experience.

Facilities

6.0

There weren't many remarkable facilities, but the basics were maintained well. It felt quite functional yet could have used some upgrades.

James

United States of America, August 2024

5.0/10

My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. On the plus side, the location is very convenient, just a short walk from public transport. However, the rooms weren’t quite as advertised, with some cleanliness issues and uncomfortable amenities. The service left a lot to be desired, with unfriendly staff. Overall, you get what you pay for – it’s a budget option but not one I’d rush back to.

Rooms

5.0

Unfortunately, the room was not what I expected. There was long black hair on the bed sheets, the refrigerator and air conditioning didn’t work, and there was an unpleasant smell. Plus, it felt smaller than what the photos suggested.

Service

5.0

The service was quite disappointing. Instead of helping guests during busy times, the staff sat around and seemed uninterested. When we arrived, no one bothered to greet us or offer assistance – it felt very cold.

Location

7.0

On a positive note, the location is decent. It's just a 5-minute walk to Larissa station, which connects you to other metro lines, making it easy to get around the city. However, the surrounding area was not the best in terms of safety and cleanliness.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was pretty lackluster. The breakfast spread had some fruits, vegetables, and bread, but the quality wasn’t great – margarine instead of butter and watered-down juice were not impressive.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel's facilities were basic and didn’t really stand out. It felt like they were missing some key amenities that could have enhanced the stay.

Pete

United States of America, July 2024

5.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. It’s conveniently located just a short walk from the main metro station, making it accessible for sightseeing. The rooms are basic, and while they do the job, I felt I didn’t get great value for my money. The service was lacking, especially on a very cold night when they turned off central heating without notice. Overall, it’s decent for a short stay but not ideal for a longer trip.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were basic and clean, but nothing special.

Service

5.0

The service wasn’t great, especially when the heating was turned off at 4 am without any prior notice.

Location

7.0

The location is pretty good, just a 5-minute walk from the main station and close to the metro, which makes getting around easy.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very basic, and not ideal for vegetarians, though it was included with the price.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were minimal and didn’t stand out.

Convenient location

Poor service

Nathaniel

United States of America, June 2024

5.4/10

The hotel has an okay location, being close to the Larissa metro station, which makes it convenient for getting around. However, the rooms were surprisingly small and not very clean, with some unexpected hair on the bed sheets. The service was a mixed bag—while some staff were helpful, others lacked a welcoming attitude. Overall, it was budget-friendly, but the value for money could be improved with better room conditions.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were quite small and appeared dated. There were some cleanliness issues that I didn't expect to encounter.

Service

6.0

The service was hit or miss. Some staff members were friendly and helpful, letting us store our bags after checkout, while others seemed indifferent and unapologetic about an issue we faced.

Location

7.0

The location is decent, about 5 minutes from Larissa station, making it easy to access other parts of the city, but the area felt somewhat dodgy at times.

Dining

5.0

I tried the breakfast, which had a variety of options, but honestly, the quality was not great and barely acceptable for the price.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel facilities felt lacking, and I didn’t see anything that stood out as exceptional.

Moses

United States of America, June 2024

6.2/10

The hotel boasts a great location, being conveniently close to the main square and several local shops. The rooms were clean, but a bit too small for my family of four. While the staff was friendly and accommodating, the dining options left much to be desired. Overall, it’s a decent place to stay if you're not too picky about space or dining quality.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean, but honestly, they felt quite cramped for four people. I think it would be a stretch for three as well.

Service

8.0

The staff was generally friendly and helpful, which made the stay more enjoyable.

Location

7.0

The location was good, fairly close to the main square and local shops, which made exploring easy.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a letdown. The options were poor, with substitutes like margarine instead of butter and artificial juices.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were basic; nothing stood out but everything was functioning well.

Judith

United States of America, May 2024

5.2/10

The hotel was quite affordable and had a decent location near a central metro station, making it easy to get around. The rooms had an older charm with quality furniture, but they really need some modernization. The service was a mixed bag; while they held our luggage without issue, the staff could be quite rude and the heating was turned off at a very inconvenient time. Overall, it’s a suitable option if you’re just looking for a place to crash without expecting too much luxury.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms had a vintage feel, furnished with quality, albeit old, furniture. They were a bit worn and could use some updates, but they served their purpose for a budget stay.

Service

5.0

Service was disappointing, with some rude staff interactions. They did hold our luggage without problems, but charging us extra for an early check-in was frustrating.

Location

6.0

The location is fairly good, just a five-minute walk to Larissa station and close to some essential spots. However, it's in a sketchy area, which made me feel uneasy at times.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was okay, offering a variety of items like fruits, cheeses, and bread, but it wasn’t really something to rave about. It got the job done, but that’s about it.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were basic and not particularly impressive. It was functional, but certainly not luxurious.

Brenda

United States of America, April 2024

5.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the positive side, the rooms were clean, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the location felt a bit unsafe, and the dining options for breakfast were not very impressive. Overall, it was decent for the price, but there are definitely some areas for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The room was tiny but clean, featuring air conditioning and a TV, although the balcony was very small.

Service

7.0

The staff was all very friendly and helpful, although I was charged extra for an earlier check-in.

Location

5.0

The hotel is in an okay location, about a 5-minute walk from the main station and a short metro ride to the tourist areas, but the surrounding neighborhood felt unsafe and looked neglected.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a bit lacking in variety, with options that felt monotonous and some items like margarine instead of butter.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had the basics covered, but nothing particularly stood out in terms of facilities.

Clean rooms

Unsafe location

Edwin

United States of America, April 2024

5.6/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. While it was conveniently located near the metro station and the staff was friendly and helpful, the room left much to be desired with a damp smell and stuffiness. Breakfast choices were also lacking, which was unfortunate. Overall, I appreciated the helpful service, but the room condition and dining experience were not ideal for me.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was basic and very hot, with a strange damp smell that made the atmosphere less than pleasant.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, making my stay more comfortable.

Location

6.0

The location was decent, close to the metro which was convenient for getting around Athens, though the area itself wasn't particularly beautiful.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was rather poor, with limited options and not very high quality. I would definitely recommend having breakfast out instead.