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About the Hotel

Protogenous 12, Athens, Greece, 10554

Rooms & Amenities

The Fountain Athens offers rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee makers. The maisonette features a kitchenette, living area, and free Wi-Fi. Rooms include a safe deposit box, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Soundproofed windows reduce street noise. No pets or smoking are allowed.

Dining Options

The onsite sushi bar, The Fountain, serves Japanese fusion cuisine. The rooftop bar offers signature cocktails and a brunch menu. A free continental breakfast is provided. The coffee shop serves espresso and snacks.

Location & Transport

The hotel is in Psiri, 300 meters from Monastiraki Metro Station. Nearby attractions include the Acropolis (1.5 km), Ancient Agora (1 km), and Museum of the City of Athens (0.3 km). Eleftherios Venizelos Airport is 35 km away. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available.

Services

Concierge services assist with bookings and recommendations. Reception operates from 8:00 AM to midnight. The hotel provides a free continental breakfast and airport shuttle. No pets or service animals are permitted.

Neighborhood

Psiri is a mix of graffiti-covered cottages, antique shops, and ouzeris. By day, it's quiet for strolling; by night, bars and restaurants fill with crowds. The area is a 3-minute walk from Monastiraki Metro Station and Plaka.

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

315 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

240 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Athens2000 ft

Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) 21.5 mi

Train

Monastiraki Railway Station700 ft

Thissio Railway Station1700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Car hire
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Protogenous 12, Athens, Greece, 10554

Map view

Protogenous 12, Athens, Greece, 10554

City landmarks

Museum

Acropolis Museum

5100 ft

via Dionysiou Areopagitou str.

Acropolis

1.1 mi

Acropolis Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou

Parthenon

1.1 mi

Ruin

Ancient Agora of Athens

3700 ft

Leoforos Vasilissis Olgas Leoforos Amalias

Temple of Olympian Zeus

4900 ft

28is Oktovriou 44

National Archaeological Museum

4200 ft

Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue

Panathenaic Stadium

1.2 mi

Landmark

Temple of Hephaestus

4000 ft

3 Polignotou

Roman Agora

3300 ft

Monument

Arch of Hadrian

4600 ft

Cemetery

Archaeological site of Kerameikos

4800 ft

Athens 105 58

Erechtheion

1.1 mi

cnr Sellei & Lysikratous

Choragic Monument of Lysicrates

4000 ft

Tower

Tower of the Winds

2800 ft

The Plaka

Plaka

3100 ft

Leoforos Vasilisis Amalias 1

National Garden

4300 ft

Museum

Benaki Museum

4300 ft

Museum

The Jewish Museum of Greece

3300 ft

Pireos 100 Gazi

Technopolis City of Athens

1.1 mi

Event hall

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

5100 ft

Mall

Monastiraki

2400 ft

Acropolis

Temple of Athena Nike

5200 ft

Monument

Philopappos Monument

1.3 mi

On northeast slope of Acropolis rock On northeast slope of Acropolis rock

Anafiotika

3700 ft

Museum

Benaki Museum of Islamic Art

3500 ft

1 Areos Street

Tzistarakis Mosque

2400 ft

Museum

Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum

1.0 mi

Nearby

Museum

Museum of the City of Athens

900 ft

Museum

National Historic Museum

1700 ft

Museum

Museum of Greek Folk Musical Instruments

1500 ft

Restaurants

All That Jatz

1100 ft

Agiou Filippou & Astingos

Cinque Wine & Deli Bar

1000 ft

15 Agatharchou

Savvas

800 ft

Kolokotroni 15 Syntagma

Crust Pizza

100 ft

Protogenous 13 near Monastiraki Metro station

Bandiera

800 ft

Taki 19 Psirri

Bougatsadiko Thessaloniki

400 ft

Plateia Iroön 1

Arodou

200 ft

Miaouli 22

Just Pita

300 ft

18 Athinas Karamanou square

Zoubourlou

400 ft

Aischylou 4

To Palio Psyrri

300 ft

Miaouli 27

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

80%

enjoyed their stay & would return

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

8.8

Service

8.2

Dining

5.0

Matthew

United States, November 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, making it a cozy retreat after a day out. The staff was nice and accommodating. However, the breakfast options left something to be desired, and while the location was central, it could get a bit noisy at times. Overall, it was a decent value for the money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, perfect for relaxing after exploring.

Service

9.0

The staff was nice and accommodating, always ready to help.

Location

7.0

The hotel is centrally located, which is great, but it can be a little noisy due to the nearby traffic.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was a bit limited in options, which was a letdown.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had well-maintained facilities, which I appreciated.

Blake

United States, October 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which really impressed me with its clean environment and comfortable accommodations. The staff was genuinely nice, making me feel welcomed throughout my visit. However, the breakfast selection was rather limited, which could definitely use some improvement. Overall, for the price, it offers good value, but you might want to explore nearby options for meals.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very clean and offered a cozy atmosphere that made my stay enjoyable.

Service

9.0

The staff was very accommodating and friendly, which enhanced my experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated in a great area that made it easy to explore nearby attractions.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast offered was not very varied; I wished there were more options available.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were decent, but I would have loved to see more leisure options.

Timothy

United States, September 2024

7.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which was conveniently situated near the city center and local attractions. The rooms were generally clean and comfortable, and I appreciated the modern amenities. However, the breakfast was somewhat lacking in variety and could use some improvement. Overall, it offered great value for the price, although the Wi-Fi situation was a bit frustrating since I had to pay for it separately.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were generally clean and comfortable, equipped with modern amenities.

Service

7.0

The service was decent, though I did find myself waiting a bit longer than expected for the housekeeping.

Location

9.0

The hotel was conveniently located close to the city center, making it easy to explore local attractions.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were somewhat limited, which was a bit of a letdown for me.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were good overall, but I wished the pool area was bigger and more inviting.

Chad

United States, September 2024

7.8/10

I had a really nice stay at the hotel! The room was spacious, clean, and had a beautiful view, making it quite enjoyable. Additionally, the staff was very attentive and always ready to help. However, the dining options weren't as good as I expected, and the parking situation could be improved. Overall, it was a great experience for the price.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious, clean, and had a beautiful view, which made my stay very pleasant.

Service

8.0

The staff showed great attentiveness and were always willing to assist.

Location

10.0

The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore the area and access attractions.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining options to be a bit limited, which was a disappointment.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were well maintained but could use a bit more variety in amenities.

Larry

United States, September 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which was conveniently located, making it easy to explore the area. The atmosphere was quite inviting, and my room was well-kept and cozy. However, the dining options left a little to be desired, with a limited breakfast menu. Overall, I found it a good value for the price I paid, although I wish Wi-Fi had been included in the cost.

Rooms

8.0

The room was well-kept and cozy, providing a comfortable place to relax after a day of exploring.

Service

8.0

The atmosphere was inviting, and I appreciated the helpful nature of the staff.

Location

9.0

The hotel was conveniently located, making it easy to explore the area without any hassle.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were a bit limited, especially the breakfast menu, which could use some improvement.