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The Best View in Athens: The St George Lycabettus Hotel
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If
cities were fairy tales, then Athens, for me, is the Ugly Duckling. For
all its legendary ancient world charm, the first time I visited, she
left me cold. But over the years, I have fallen in love with her newer
side, as well as her philosophical stars.
But it wasn't until I stayed at the St George Lycabettus that I found a
hotel fit to recommend wholeheartedly. And the best view in Athens.
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St George Lycabettus: Dining
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We
arrived under cover of darkness after a delayed flight and a lost hotel
reservation. So, although we missed the La Suite Lounge, room service
in the form of a club sandwich and Greek salad filled the gap til dawn.
And, in fact, that description does it an injustice. That salad was
excellent: fresh, flavoursome and the perfect welcome to Greece. It's
advisable to make a reservation if you want to dine at La Suite Lounge.
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St George Lycabettus: That View of Athens
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Oooosh.
I'm no stranger to a hotel with a view but the sixth floor at the St
George Lycabettus somehow defies the laws of physics. Pine so close you
could touch it on the one side and a glimmering, shimmering Acropolis on
the other. Plus, another side that shows the unmistakeable hillsides of
houses stacked like staggered shoeboxes and the hubbub of city life in
Greece. And then there is the coast! Who knew Athens was so close to the
sea? And the Saronic Islands? Breakfast is served here and Sunday
morning sees a fabulous family brunch take place, too. The restaurant is
open to non-hotel residents but it's a good idea to book in advance.
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