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About Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel
The prestigious Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection hotel in the heart of Athens and a member of The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, has served royalty, heads of state, business tycoons, film stars, and high society in its more than 130-year history. Built in 1864, it was completely renovated in anticipation of the 2004 Olympics to offer modern luxury and distinctive service for the discerning world traveler. The hotel houses three restaurants, two swimming pools, spacious halls and conference rooms, and the GB Spa--itself a decadent escape that blends Eastern and Western traditions in its ambiance and treatment menu. Guests can indulge in the Ouzo Oil Massage or unwind in the Thermal Suite. A mud chamber and relaxation area, in addition to six treatment rooms, provides an exquisite escape for guests who need to rejuvenate.
Luxurious fabrics and antiques adorn the hotel's 320 rooms and suites, redecorated in the old Grande Bretagne's traditional style that pays homage to Greek culture. These ornate touches are complemented by modern accoutrements such as high-speed Internet access. Each guestroom offers views of the hotel courtyard or the city's landmarks. Dining options at the property include the GB Corner Restaurant, the property's signature restaurant famous for its Mediterranean cuisine as well as its clientele; the GB Roof Garden Restaurant, perched on the hotel roof and offering stunning views of the Acropolis; and The Cellar, featuring 3,000 bottles of wine. The hotel offers stunning views of the Acropolis and Parthenon, Constitution Square and Parliament, Lycabettus Hill, or the original Olympic Stadium, and numerous cultural attractions are located just outside the hotel's doors.
Location
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ADDRESS
Constitution Square
Athens, 10563
Greece
Phone: +30 210 33 30 000
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About this Brand
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Awards & Accolades
2009 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- Favorite Spa in Greece
Services View Treatments Menu
Tucked away in the center of the hotel is the GB Spa. The 1,140-square-meter spa offers an east-meets-west philosophy, complemented by the spa's decor of fresh orchids and basalt stones. The spa has a salon, as well as six treatment rooms for massages, facials, wraps, scrubs, and Ayurvedic-inspired services. One of the must-have treatments is the 70-minute Nourishing Yoghurt, Honey & Sugar Wrap, which begins with a foot soak followed by a body exfoliation, body wrap in Greek honey and yogurt, and a scalp massage. Other popular treatments include a regenerating collagen mask, and the ESPA Flight Reviver. Treatments incorporate ESPA, Valmont, and Algoane products.
Guests can begin with a visit to the Thermal Suite, which comes complete with a laconium, sauna, and herbal steam bath (the suite is complimentary to all spa treatments over two hours). Spa-goers can also try the couple's suite for sharing treatments in tandem, or refresh in the ice fountain before retreating to the amethyst grotto. Nutritious spa cuisine is also available.
Guests may enjoy hydro-jet massage and therapeutic ozone-and-mineral water in the indoor pool, or take a dip in the heated outdoor rooftop pool. The fitness center comes complete with Life Fitness equipment featuring flat-screen TVs. Personal training is also available. An aqua gym and physiotherapy exercises are also offered in the pool.
Aesthetic
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Cellulite Treatments
Body Wraps
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Algae/Seaweed
Mud
Facials
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Acne/Deep Cleansing
Exfoliating
Men's
Facilities & Amenities
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Locker Room
Meeting Facilities
Robes Provided
Sauna
Showers
Slippers Provided
Steam Room
Swimming Pool
Wedding/Event Space
Whirlpool, Jacuzzi
Fitness & Activities
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Personal Training
Hair/Nail Services
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Hair Styling and Care
Manicures
Pedicures
Sunless Tanning
Waxing
Massages
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Aromatherapy
Couples
Hand/Foot
Hot Stone
Lymph Drainage
Reflexology
Reiki
Scalp
Shiatsu
Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel
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Location & Hours
Business Address
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Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Constitution Square
Athens, 10563
Greece
Phone: +30 210 33 30 000
Travel Information
- The Hotel is located 27 kilometers (approximately 45 minutes) from Athens International Airport. Transfer taxi or limousine service to and from the airport available upon request.
- Children 16 years and younger are only permitted to use the indoor pool from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and only if accompanied by an adult. They are not allowed in the Thermal Suite or gym area.
- The climate is clear and sunny for most of the year, with long, dry, hot summers and mild, occasionally rainy and cool winters. Make sure to bring light sweatshirts for summer evenings; rainproof jackets for autumn; and normal cold-weather gear for winter.
Facilities & Amenities
From the grand Beaux Arts lobby to the sumptuous fabrics, hand-carved architectural details, and gold Bavarian cutlery, the Hotel Grande Bretagne's facilities embody opulence. This is true for the property's 10 meeting spaces as well as the lovely guestrooms. The hotel's Business Center is conveniently open 24 hours.
Outside of the hotel, guests can explore a number of historical and contemporary attractions, most within easy walking distance. Exclusive shops, restaurants, open-air cafes, the business district, and a plethora of museums surround the site. Guests interested in antiquity can tour the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Athens' Ancient Agora, the Royal Palace, and the Theatre of Dionysos. More modern attractions include the Olympic Stadium, Vouliagmeni Beach, and the Monastiraki Flea Market.
Facilities
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Steam Room
Showers
Changing/Locker Rooms
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Amenities
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Changing/Locker Rooms
Slippers Provided
Robes Provided
Rooms & Dining
The hotel's 320 rooms and suites combine old-world style with modern amenities. Accommodations offer the finest appointments: comfortable beds with soft duvets; plush bathrobes and slippers; marble bathrooms sporting steam-resistant mirrors, deluxe bath amenities, and lighted magnifying mirrors. Each room features a mini-bar, wood-paneled wardrobes, flat-screen plasma televisions, and high-speed Internet access. The 56 suites offer additional amenities such as daily fresh fruit and flowers, gourmet chocolates, and personalized butler service. Those staying in the Presidential or the Royal suite can expect fireplaces as well as original artwork and antiques decorating formal sitting areas, dining rooms, and master bedrooms. Twenty-four hour room service and butler service, as well as designated personal valet services, is provided by the property's exemplary staff.
The right-hand corner of the hotel's main lobby, the GB Corner Restaurant is the hotel's signature dining experience. The 1900-era Art Deco-styled interior creates a sophisticated, yet lively, atmosphere that offsets the excellent Mediterranean cuisine. The venue is frequented by Athenian movers and shakers, making it the place to be seen. Other spaces for dining and libations include the GB Roof Garden Restaurant, a roof-top restaurant with contemporary design, a Mediterranean menu, and views of the Acropolis; the cafe-style GB Winter Garden, on the ground floor, which offers live piano music; The Cellar, with more than 3,000 bottles of wine; and Alexander's Bar, featuring 18-century tapestry of Alexander the Great and offering premium cognacs, brandies, and cigars in a specially designed walk-in humidor. A healthy spa menu is available at The Atrium between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. and includes light meals and juice, as well as complimentary teas.
Food Options
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Vegetarian
Serves Alcohol
