Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens has been ranked #17 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025, marking a new milestone for Greece’s most iconic seafront retreat. Discover how the legendary Athenian Riviera resort continues to redefine luxury living
Capping another remarkable year for Greek hospitality, Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
has been named #17 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025 — a glittering distinction that once again places the legendary Athenian Riviera property among the globe’s most exceptional retreats.
The World’s 50 Best Hotels list celebrates the pinnacle of global hospitality, drawing from the insights of 800 anonymous travel experts—from seasoned journalists and hoteliers to educators and luxury travellers. For the second time since its debut in the inaugural 2023 ranking, Astir Palace stands proudly in the international spotlight, its star power undimmed.
A Legacy of Glamour, A Spirit of Reinvention
From Brigitte Bardot and Jackie Onassis to Sean Connery and Nelson Mandela, the hotel’s guestbook reads like a love letter to a golden era of travel. But what keeps this Riviera classic relevant is not nostalgia—it’s its constant evolution.
The pool at Arion Hotel
The hotel’s 303 keys, spread across the Arion and Nafsika buildings, encapsulate a sense of refined ease—spaces where mid-century elegance meets Aegean serenity. Following a visionary rebirth under the Four Seasons flag, the resort has accumulated a constellation of accolades, from a Forbes Five-Star debut in 2023 to three Michelin Keys in 2025.
“It’s an honour for us to once again be recognised among the world’s best,” says General Manager Jann Kaiser. “This recognition reflects our team’s dedication to creating memorable experiences, where guests are invited to engage with the destination on their own terms. It inspires us to keep reimagining modern luxury—rooted in heritage, shaped by innovation, and brought to life through the passion of our people.”
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The Essence of the Athenian Riviera
Nestled within 30 hectares of pine-scented peninsula on the Aegean Sea, Four Seasons Astir Palace captures the essence of Greece in a single destination. Its three private beaches, two pools and sun-drenched docks make it the rare city resort where one can swim, sail, dine, and dream—all within 30 minutes of the Acropolis.
It’s a world where philoxenia (Greek hospitality) meets meraki (passion and care). Here, every experience feels personal—whether it’s sunset cocktails at Avra Bar, a private boat trip to Hydra, or an alfresco massage inspired by ancient healing rituals.
Dining with Distinction
Culinary excellence remains at the heart of the Four Seasons experience. Guests can savour seven distinctive venues, from Michelin-starred Pelagos, helmed by Chef Luca Piscazzi, to the breezy Greek authenticity of Taverna 37, and Mercato, which unveils a new winter menu inspired by cucina povera traditions of Italy—elevated with Mediterranean flair.
This November, Avra Bar will become the talk of Athens as it hosts five world-leading Four Seasons bars for the 15th annual Athens Bar Show.
Its latest sustainable cocktail menu, crafted in the resort’s innovative mixology lab, embodies the modern spirit of the brand: creative, conscious, and effortlessly chic.
The Art of Wellbeing and Adventure
Beyond the glamour, the award-winning Spa remains a serene sanctuary—its treatments rooted in ancient Greek wellness philosophies, complemented by bespoke aromatherapy and sea-inspired rituals.
The Spa at Arion Hotel
Active travellers can dive into adrenaline-fuelled watersports, perfect their serve on three tennis courts or the new padel court, and take to the skies with helicopter tours over the Saronic Gulf. Whether exploring by land, sea, or sky, the Astir Palace invites guests to rediscover Athens as both playground and refuge.
Avra Lounge at Nafsika Hotel
For those who crave the timeless allure of the Mediterranean with a distinctly Athenian soul, the Astir Palace remains the address to know—a place where legends stay, and new stories are written every day.
At a Glance: Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens
Location:
30-hectare pine-clad peninsula in Vouliagmeni, on the Athenian Riviera, 30 minutes from Athens International Airport and the Acropolis.
Vibe:
Effortlessly elegant, sun-kissed and serene — a legendary Riviera icon reborn as a modern Mediterranean sanctuary.
Rooms & Suites:
303 sea-view sanctuaries between the Arion (classic sophistication) and Nafsika (contemporary chic) wings, plus private bungalows hidden among the pines.
Dining & Drinks:
Seven destinations, including Michelin-starred Pelagos, Taverna 37, Mercato, and Avra Bar, the Riviera’s most stylish cocktail spot.
Wellness & Leisure:
Award-winning Spa, three private beaches, two pools, tennis & padel courts, watersports, yacht charters and helicopter tours.
Signature Experience:
A sunset cocktail at Avra Bar, followed by a sea-to-table dinner at Pelagos — the ultimate expression of contemporary Greek luxury.
Best For:
Design lovers, Aegean dreamers, and those who want the best of Athens and the islands in one stay.
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