Athenswas Design Hotel

AthensWas is a superior, luxury hotel in Athens, situated in the beating heart of the city. Boasting an incredible location, on Dionysiou Areopagitou pedestrian street, it offers luxurious rooms and suites near the Acropolis and basks in magnificent views overlooking the most prized neighbourhood of Athens. The Athens that was, is and always will be.
AthensWas gives its guests the unique opportunity to gaze upon the striking Acropolis at every hour of the day. Its panoramic views from the exquisite Athens rooftop dining venue, Sense Restaurant, span the entire city that is a fusion between ancient relics and urban modernity. This is reflected in the hotel’s sophisticated, classical modernism concept of design, which is a contemporary blend of historic elegance and modern comfort.
AthensWas is in close proximity to Athens’ most important landmarks, including the Acropolis museum and the Herodion Atticus Ancient Theatre among others, and graces Athens’ most prestigious pedestrian walkway. Guests can saunter around the charming area by foot and absorb the Greek capital’s enchanting ambiance.
AthensWas is a place to indulge all your senses. Here you will immediately immerse into the vibrant vibes of a city that carries centuries of culture and heritage. This luxury hotel in Athens promises an indelible stay experience with immaculate Acropolis views, superior services and a thorough list of facilities, thus ensuring its guests’ absolute satisfaction.
Paying homage to the luxurious, classical Athenian era and imbued with the minimalist simplicity that the current age demands, clean, uncluttered lines dominate the interiors of AthensWas design hotel. A proud member of the elite collection of Design Hotels TM, guests of AthensWas can experience the best of Athenian aesthetic and luxurious levels of comfort. The lustrous finesse of Greek marble, sourced from different locations around Greece, the perennial grandeur of Greek walnut wood and the minimal sophistication of the Italian, designer furnishings and fabrics come together to exude a sense of contemporary refinement and demure opulence, justifying its title as a luxury design hotel in Athens. AthensWas hotel is a tribute to Athenian cultural authenticity and a pillar of modern day Athenian hospitality.
On Athens’ most quintessential street, Dionysiou Areopagitou, Sense Restaurant is perched at AthensWas hotel’s most prized spot; at its spectacular rooftop. Graced with impressive views of the striking Acropolis monument, Sense Restaurant is considered to be among the best Athens rooftop restaurants. Combining incredible panoramic views of Athens city with delectable and refined dishes, Sense Restaurant offers an unsurpassed dining experience in Athens.
Boasting two enchanting dining areas, one indoors and one outdoors, the ambiance is soothing while the views are disarming. The exterior seating area is enveloped by a verdant herb garden that exudes the freshness of discrete fragrances and climbing vines complete the picture of your immediate surroundings. The imposing Acropolis is the background to which you will raise your glass of fine wine or signature cocktail, and toast to one of the most amazing rooftop experiences you will ever have. From the interiors you can soak in the ambiance of amazement that is created by the elegant environment, while you can get a glimpse of the open kitchen section and preparation aisle, where the Chef Charalambopoulos sets all the plates and gives them the final creative touches, before being served.
Chef Alexandros Charalambopoulos and his team have devised an utmostly creative menu, focusing around original, inspired Greek combinations, with a modern approach and a twist of refinement. The love of Greek gastronomy, the commitment to the best ingredients and the dedication that comes with experience are the foundations upon which the menu of Sense Restaurant is built. It is comprised of unique and delicious selections that will appease even the most meticulous of taste palates. Each dish on our menu has been conceived with a specific culinary philosophy in mind.
The recipes reflect a fresh gastronomic outlook that fuses a modern approach on the Greek cuisine that does not diverge from its roots and memories, with a contemporary and often playful version of classic ideas, with very few foreign influences. It fully embodies the fragrances of Greece, the full bodied flavours and the interesting textures, presenting one of a kind dishes that will enthuse dining guests. Sense Restaurant, an exquisite Athens rooftop restaurant with Acropolis view, invites its guests to explore the creative realms of classic Greek gastronomy, in a setting that is simply awe-inspiring.
Sense Restaurant occupies a prime location in Athens city, that is available to be enjoyed throughout the day, evening and across all seasons. With a selection of signature cocktails and a exemplar list of wine appellations, Sense Restaurant is also a place where you can enjoy a drink or two or three with its astonishing Acropolis views magnificently draping the background. Our Sommelier can spruce up your knowledge of Greek and international wines, or he can suggest one of our inspired cocktails that will elevate your evening even further.
Sense Restaurant is also the place where business meets pleasure. Business lunches take on a different turn at our rooftop restaurant, as the incredible surroundings lend themselves to create a most enjoyable and pleasant aura. We can prepare a bespoke set menu and make sure all your needs are met, ensuring the success of your corporate event.The Athenswas Hotel is a hotel.