Local Attractions

The Parthenon 1.0 km/0.6 mile, Lycabetus Hill 1.0 km/0.6 miles, Royal Palace 1.0 km/0.6 miles, Ancient Agora 1.0 km/0.6 miles, Folk Art Museum 1.0 km/0.6 miles, Natural Historic Museum 1.0 km/0.6 miles, The Acropolis 1.0 km/0.6 miles, Monastiraki Flea Market 1.0 km/0.6 miles, Cycladic Museum 2.0 km/1.2 miles, National Archaeological Museum of Athens 2.0 km/1.2 miles, Theatre of Dionysos 2.0 km/1.2 miles, Ancient Athenian Cemetery 2.0 km/1.2 miles, National Gallery 2.0 km/1.2 miles, Museum of Contemporary Art 3.0 km/1.9 miles, Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum 3.0 km/1.9 miles, Piraeus Port 11.3 km/7.0 miles, Olympic Stadium 12.9 km/8.0 miles, Vouliagmeni Beach 19.3 km/12.0 miles, Cape Sounio 72.4 km/45.0 miles, Archaeological Musuem of Delphi 289.7 km/180.0 miles


Property Description

Located right in the heart of Athens, as well as within walking distance of exclusive shopping areas and museums, the Hotel Grande Bretagne enjoys the ideal location in the city center. This eight story 19th-century building exudes wealth and refinement from the first impression while it has been repeatedly awarded by significant international communities.With meticulous attention to detail, the 320 rooms and suites marry charming old-world elegance with state-of-the-art facilities whereas the 61 suites enjoy additional benefits including personalized Butler Service. Guests can indulge themselves within the multi-awarded GB Spa, as well as experience the utmost dining service within the following available restaurants: The GB Roof Garden is ideal for a romantic rooftop meal, while the Winter Garden is renowned for its afternoon high tea and live entertainment. Guests can also enjoy wine tasting in the Wine Library. The GB Pool Bar offers healthy snack options whilst the Alexander's Bar makes guests want to linger over a classic cocktail or exquisite cognac. The Alexander's Lounge, offers a relaxed setting to enjoy fine wines, premium cognacs and liquors with friendly and discreet service and the new Atrium of Alexander's Lounge - a "secret garden" that takes you in an oasis away from the city's noise while still in the heart of Athens, welcomes the guests who wish to unwind in a setting of distinctive appeal.Hotel Grande Bretagne is the ultimate choice for refined business meetings and lavish social events. Featuring over 1,100 square meters of exquisite function space, the hotel offers the Grand Ballroom, Golden Room, Royal Room, Athenian Hall and its smaller meeting rooms: Boardroom, Churchill's, Chairman's, and Diplomat's.Concierge Exclusive: The Acropolis and the milestone of Parthenon are located within walking distance of 1.0 km from the Hotel Grande Bretagne. Plaka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis. The "Monastiraki Flea Market" is the place where unique antiques and indigenous gifts can be bought as well as the place where the utmost hand-made selection of souvenirs can be observed. It would be a miss not to mention that within easy walking distance are also the Ancient Agora, the Lycabettus Hill, and the Original Olympic Stadium.


Cancellation/ Refund policy

Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Individual Cancelation Policy:To avoid a cancellation fee, we ask that you give the hotel 72 hours notice in writing/fax, e-mail, or via telephone prior to the day of your scheduled arrival. Also, please note your cancellation number. Nightly Parking: Ôé¼32 Typical Group Deposit: 90% Total Taxes: 13.56% Total Misc Fees: $4.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) City Tax: 0.50% VAT: Value Added Tax: 13.00% Food and Beverage Tax: 13.56% (24% on alcoholic drinks) Audio Visual Tax: 24.00% Porterage Fee: 7.00 Per Person Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 15.00 Per Person Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 54.50 Per Person (3 course plated lunch) Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 54.50 Per Person Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 54.50 Per Person (3 course plated dinner) Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 54.50 Per Person Morning Break Cost: 10.50 Per Person Afternoon Break Cost: 10.50 Per Person Banquet Soda: 6.00 Per Person Banquet Bottled Water: 5.50 Per Person Banquet Hosted Bar: 23.00 Per Person/Per Hour Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: 39.50 Per Person/Per Hour


Airport & Shuttle Information

We recommend that you fly into AthensÔÇÖ Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), which is an approximate 40-minute drive away from the hotel. Our Concierge Desk may arrange a limousine or taxi transfer from the airport at the following prices:Taxi ServiceDay Service (7:00AM - 11:00PM): Ôé¼50Night Service (11:00PM - 7:00AM): Ôé¼65 Limousine ServiceDay Service (7:00AM - 11:00PM): Ôé¼100Night Service (11:00PM - 7:00AM): Ôé¼135For VIP Service, which includes pickup from inside the airport, there is a supplemental charge of Ôé¼25. Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.


Pet Friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed. Hotel Grande Bretagne is delighted to welcome pets. We permit one dog (up to 40 pounds or 18 kilograms) per room.


Details / Other Expenses
  • Check In: 15:00 Check Out: 11:00 Year of Last Renovation: 2003 Floors: 8 Rooms: 320 Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways Non Smoking Rooms: 259 Handicap Rooms: 4 Suites: 61 Room Windows: Windows Do Open Cleaning Frequency: Daily Meeting Rooms: 8 View Spaces Meeting Space: 12324 sq. feet Banquet Space: Holds 408 people Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site Lounge/Bar Hours: 10AM-12AM Pool Info: Indoor and outdoor pools available and open from 06:00AM to 22:00PM the indoor pool and 10:00AM to 20:00PM the outdoor pool. Weather restrictions and time changes may apply for the outdoor pool which operates only during the Summer period. Ownership: Hotel Grande Bretagne Athens - A Luxury Collection Hotel Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Individual Cancelation Policy:To avoid a cancellation fee
  • e-mail
  • please note your cancellation number. Nightly Parking: Ôé¼32 Typical Group Deposit: 90% Total Taxes: 13.56% Total Misc Fees: $4.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) City Tax: 0.50% VAT: Value Added Tax: 13.00% Food and Beverage Tax: 13.56% (24% on alcoholic drinks) Audio Visual Tax: 24.00% Porterage Fee: 7.00 Per Person Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 15.00 Per Person Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 54.50 Per Person (3 course plated lunch) Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 54.50 Per Person Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 54.50 Per Person (3 course plated dinner) Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 54.50 Per Person Morning Break Cost: 10.50 Per Person Afternoon Break Cost: 10.50 Per Person Banquet Soda: 6.00 Per Person Banquet Bottled Water: 5.50 Per Person Banquet Hosted Bar: 23.00 Per Person/Per Hour Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: 39.50 Per Person/Per Hour
  • we ask that you give the hotel 72 hours notice in writing/fax
  • or via telephone prior to the day of your scheduled arrival. Also
Features
  • We have an outdoor pool ready for use
  • Fitness center on property
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Hotel has 8 meeting rooms
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Amenities / Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fitness and health center
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini bar
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Sauna
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Television
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail
  • Alarm clock
  • Breakfast in room
  • Child facilities
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Hairdryer available
  • Central heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Movies in room
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • 24 hours room service
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Spa
  • Telephone
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV room
  • ATM
  • Car rental
  • Clothes drying
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Currency exchange
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Hair dresser
  • Internet - wireless
  • Jacuzzi
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Office in room available
  • Radio in room
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shop
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Terrace
  • Valet Parking

Internet

Free of charge in public areas and guestrooms


Meeting Spaces
Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Crescent
Classroom
Hollow
Square
U-Shape
Boardroom
Convention
8'/10'
Theater
Reception
Regist.
Desk
L x W x H (Feet)33 x 13 x 5 Size (sqft.) 438.9 Banquet 5'/6 --/408 Crescent 182 Classroom 216 Hollow Square 114 U-Shape 102 Boardroom 90 Convention --/-- Theater 448 Reception 500 Regist. Desk --
Grand Ballroom

Host to a myriad of "Olympic" events with VIPs from around the world, the Grand Ballroom creates an extravagant impression with its rare objets dÔÇÖart, crystal chandeliers, velvet draperies, and splendid antiquities from Christie's and Sotheby's. The space can be separated into three smaller ballrooms and offers state-of-the-art equipment. Perfect for a standing reception of 500 or a seated banquet of 408 (number is based provided that we have a set menu and fit 12 persons per 6' feet round table).

Details
Room Type Ballroom
Total Size 4724.3 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 33 x 13 x 5 M.
Floor Level Ground Level
Power Outlets 25+
Columns 0
Windows 9
Natural Light? Yes
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? Yes
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available WIFI Internet Podium Flip Chart Air Conditioning
L x W x H (Feet)28 x 11 x 3 Size (sqft.) 311.3 Banquet 5'/6 --/252 Crescent 126 Classroom 168 Hollow Square 96 U-Shape 84 Boardroom 72 Convention --/-- Theater 320 Reception 300 Regist. Desk --
Golden Room

The Golden Room meets the growing demand for conference facilities and was designed along similar lines as the Grand Ballroom. This lovely space may be divided into four autonomous rooms and accommodates a standing reception of 300 guests or a seated banquet of 252 guests (number is based provided that we have a set menu and fit 12 persons per 6' feet round table).

Details
Room Type Ballroom
Total Size 3350.8 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 28 x 11 x 3 M.
Floor Level Ground Level
Power Outlets 25+
Columns 0
Windows 7
Natural Light? Yes
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? Yes
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? Yes

Amenities Available
Amenities Available WIFI Internet Podium Flip Chart Air Conditioning Sound System
L x W x H (Feet)11 x 13 x 4 Size (sqft.) 143 Banquet 5'/6 --/108 Crescent 56 Classroom 60 Hollow Square 42 U-Shape 33 Boardroom 24 Convention --/-- Theater 98 Reception 120 Regist. Desk --
Royal Room

The Royal Room is ideal for presentations or important business dinners. Its gorgeous stained glass ceiling and large windows overlooking the atrium garden provide an airy balance to the opulent china and furnishings. This spacious square-shaped room accommodates a standing reception of 120 guests, or a seated banquet of 108 (number is based provided that we have a set menu and fit 12 persons per 6' feet round table).

Details
Room Type General Meeting Room
Total Size 1539.2 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 11 x 13 x 4 M.
Floor Level Ground Level
Power Outlets 25+
Columns 0
Windows 3
Natural Light? Yes
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? Yes
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? Yes

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Projection Equip. WIFI Internet Podium Flip Chart Air Conditioning
L x W x H (Feet)12 x 8 x 2 Size (sqft.) 96 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape -- Boardroom -- Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception 100 Regist. Desk 3
Athenian Hall

Details
Room Type Foyer
Total Size 1033.3 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 12 x 8 x 2 M.
Floor Level Ground Level
Power Outlets 10
Columns 1
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? Yes
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available WIFI Internet Air Conditioning
L x W x H (Feet)8 x 5 x 2 Size (sqft.) 40 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape 11 Boardroom 12 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
The Boardroom

Details
Room Type Boardroom
Total Size 430.6 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 8 x 5 x 2 M.
Floor Level 1
Power Outlets 2
Columns 0
Windows 3
Natural Light? Yes
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? Yes
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? Yes

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Projection Equip. WIFI Internet Video Conference Air Conditioning
L x W x H (Feet)9 x 3 x 2 Size (sqft.) 27 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape 11 Boardroom 12 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Chairman's

Details
Room Type Boardroom
Total Size 290.6 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 9 x 3 x 2 M.
Floor Level 1
Power Outlets 9
Columns 0
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? Yes
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Projection Equip. WIFI Internet Flip Chart Air Conditioning
L x W x H (Feet)9 x 3 x 2 Size (sqft.) 27 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape 11 Boardroom 12 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Diplomat's

Details
Room Type Boardroom
Total Size 290.6 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 9 x 3 x 2 M.
Floor Level 1
Power Outlets 17
Columns 0
Windows 0
Natural Light? No
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? Yes
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available Coffee/Tea Setup Projection Equip. WIFI Internet Flip Chart Air Conditioning
L x W x H (Feet)7 x 3 x 4 Size (sqft.) 23 Banquet 5'/6 --/-- Crescent -- Classroom -- Hollow Square -- U-Shape 11 Boardroom 12 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception -- Regist. Desk --
Churhill's

Details
Room Type Boardroom
Total Size 247.6 Sq. Mi
Dimensions 7 x 3 x 4 M.
Floor Level Ground Level
Power Outlets 4
Columns 0
Windows 3
Natural Light? Yes
Obstructions? No
Built In Screens? No
Built In Stage? No
Built In A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities Available WIFI Internet Flip Chart Air Conditioning

Breakfast Information

American buffet breakfast is offered at the GB Roof Garden Restaurant located at the terrace of the Hotel with views to the fabled Acropolis. Official buffet breakfast price at Ôé¼35 per person.


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