Need lodging near Plaka, Monasteraki, Thission

[by mirak]

My wife and I want to stay in the "old" part of Athens near the Acropolis. There are way too many choices!

(1) Is there a difference between the Plaka, Monasteraki, and Thission areas? Would you recommend one over another?

(2) We want to avoid boring euro-hotels. We're looking for something cozy with a good view of the acropolis, and easy walking distance to the metro, agora, acropolis, syntagma, nice authentic restaurants, etc. We need a private room with AC for less than 75E per night. Friendly, helpful service would be a plus. Any recommendations?

[by iloveleros]

My wife and I want to stay in the "old" part of Athens near the Acropolis. There are way too many choices!

(1) Is there a difference between the Plaka, Monasteraki, and Thission areas? Would you recommend one over another?

(2) We want to avoid boring euro-hotels. We're looking for something cozy with a good view of the acropolis, and easy walking distance to the metro, agora, acropolis, syntagma, nice authentic restaurants, etc. We need a private room with AC for less than 75E per night. Friendly, helpful service would be a plus. Any recommendations?

They are very close to each other, easily within walking distance. I've stayed several times at the Hotel Attalos in Athinas Street. Clean, cheap and cheerful and a great rooftop bar. Helpful reception staff, too.
Think it fits your criteria.

Enjoy!

[by willsmiller]

Hi mirak!
I visited Athens and stayed in Euro Hotels. I also found them very boring place. next month i am also going there and i was still confused about where to stay with cheaper rates. Mirak you solved my this problem and hope to give more suggestions about what to see in Athens and how to set tour of 2 weeks.

Regards,
Miller