Plaka or Syntagma: where to stay in Athens?
Both are popular bases in Athens. This is how their hotels compare, using guest ratings for 21 hotels in Plaka and 33 in Syntagma.
| In short | Plaka | Syntagma |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked hotels | 21 | 33 |
| Average guest rating | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Rated 9 or higher | 48% | 52% |
| 5-star hotels | 6 | 8 |
| 3 stars or fewer | 6 | 6 |
| Median distance to the centre | 600 m | 290 m |
| Average location score | 9.0 | 9.4 |
In short
- Hotels in Plaka rate higher: 9.0 on average against 8.9 in Syntagma.
- Syntagma has the larger share of hotels rated 9 or higher (52% vs 48%).
- Syntagma has more hotels to choose from (33 vs 21).
- The typical hotel in Syntagma is closer to the city centre (290 m vs 600 m).
- The two areas are about 610 m apart.
Best-rated in Plaka
Best-rated in Syntagma
NYX Esperia Palace Hotel Athens by Leonardo Hotels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport transfer
- Swimming pool
Exceptional 213 reviews 460 m
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FAQ: Plaka vs Syntagma
Which has better-rated hotels, Plaka or Syntagma?
Plaka: its 21 hotels average 9.0 out of 10, against 8.9 for the 33 hotels in Syntagma.