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Axel’s take

A personable Kolonaki base where thoughtful service matters more than extensive facilities.

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Axel’s rating: 8.7/10 · a small, design-led 4-star boutique hotel in Kolonaki

Periscope is a 22-room, design-led 4-star in Kolonaki, and a strong pick for travelers who prefer neighborhood cafés and personal service to a big hotel's facilities. It's part of Design Hotels, not a conventional Marriott. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, excellent housekeeping and comfortable beds. Complimentary lounge snacks, coffee and soft drinks add genuine value, while nearby museums, shops and restaurants make this a rewarding city-break base.

Choose your room carefully: standard rooms are compact, and some lower-floor rooms face inward with limited daylight. A street-facing Superior is worth considering. The surrounding hills and stairs are another practical drawback; Marriott also flags a non-wheelchair-accessible main entrance. We'd skip it if step-free access or extensive leisure facilities are priorities. The rooftop hot tub belongs to the penthouse, not everyone.

Rooms
Minimalist rooms; standards are 22 square meters, while Superiors face Haritos Street.
Cleanliness
A consistent strength across recent Tripadvisor and Expedia feedback.
Service
Warm, proactive staff repeatedly earn praise for recommendations and transport arrangements.
Amenities
Complimentary lounge refreshments and Wi-Fi; the outdoor hot tub is exclusive to the penthouse.
Fees and surprises
Breakfast may cost extra; seasonal accommodation tax is collected locally, and there is no on-site parking.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

The location

22 Charitos Str, Kolonaki, Athens

Upmarket Kolonaki, roughly ten minutes on foot from Syntagma and five from Evangelismos metro.

Amenities and check-in

Complimentary lounge refreshments and Wi-Fi; the outdoor hot tub is exclusive to the penthouse.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Pool
  • Breakfast (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (extra charge)
  • Local shuttle
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: €50 per guest per night; Pets: €50 per guest per stay
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Periscope Hotel: from $142 for Nov 28–29, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $142 total for Nov 28–29, 2026, 2 adults at Periscope Hotel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Periscope Hotel is a small, design-led 4-star boutique hotel in Kolonaki in Athens, Greece.

Address: 22 Charitos Str, Kolonaki, Athens. Property ID: 1037253. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/athens/periscope-hotel-1037253

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/athens/periscope-hotel-1037253/2026-11-28/2-adults

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$260$335 on Booking.com$75 less (22%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $142 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-11-29 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $262 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-11-30 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $383 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-01 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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4 nights

Total price: $517 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-02 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $636 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-03 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $791 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-04 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $927 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-05 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $1,051 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-06 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $1,172 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-07 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $1,293 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-08 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $1,414 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-09 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $1,533 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-10 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $1,654 USD

2026-11-28 to 2026-12-11 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $1,788 USD

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#5 of 9 hotels in Kolonaki by Axel's take. Kolonaki is #4 of 9 places to stay in Athens. The best hotels in Kolonaki, ranked · Where to stay in Athens

Axel's take: 8.7/10

A personable Kolonaki base where thoughtful service matters more than extensive facilities. a small, design-led 4-star boutique hotel in Kolonaki, scored for what it is.

Periscope is a 22-room, design-led 4-star in Kolonaki, and a strong pick for travelers who prefer neighborhood cafés and personal service to a big hotel's facilities. It's part of Design Hotels, not a conventional Marriott. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, excellent housekeeping and comfortable beds. Complimentary lounge snacks, coffee and soft drinks add genuine value, while nearby museums, shops and restaurants make this a rewarding city-break base.

Choose your room carefully: standard rooms are compact, and some lower-floor rooms face inward with limited daylight. A street-facing Superior is worth considering. The surrounding hills and stairs are another practical drawback; Marriott also flags a non-wheelchair-accessible main entrance. We'd skip it if step-free access or extensive leisure facilities are priorities. The rooftop hot tub belongs to the penthouse, not everyone.

  • Best for: couples on city breaks; museum and café explorers; travelers who value personal service

  • Watch out for: compact, sometimes dark standard rooms; hilly streets and entrance accessibility; penthouse-only rooftop hot tub

  • Location: Upmarket Kolonaki, roughly ten minutes on foot from Syntagma and five from Evangelismos metro.

  • Rooms: Minimalist rooms; standards are 22 square meters, while Superiors face Haritos Street.

  • Cleanliness: A consistent strength across recent Tripadvisor and Expedia feedback.

  • Service: Warm, proactive staff repeatedly earn praise for recommendations and transport arrangements.

  • Amenities: Complimentary lounge refreshments and Wi-Fi; the outdoor hot tub is exclusive to the penthouse.

  • Fees and surprises: Breakfast may cost extra; seasonal accommodation tax is collected locally, and there is no on-site parking.

Axel's opinion of Periscope Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

About Periscope Hotel

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 4-star hotel
  • Marriott Hotels & Resorts
  • 22 Charitos Str, Kolonaki, Athens
  • Guest rating: 4.6/5 on Google from 437 reviews (location 4.3/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos": 36 min by taxi · Benaki Museum: 6 min walk · Athens National Garden: 8 min walk · National Archaeological Museum: 9 min by taxi · Temple of Olympian Zeus: 11 min by taxi · Stoa of Attalos - Museum of the Ancient Agora: 11 min by public transport
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: €50 per guest per night; Pets: €50 per guest per stay
  • Amenities: Pool, Breakfast (free), Restaurant, Parking, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Pet-friendly, Full-service laundry, Wi-Fi (free), Business center
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Athens
  • Chain: Marriott. Axel's Marriott rating: 6.0/10

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

Bed in Dorm Attic (shared bathroom)

Economy room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

Economy Twin room (twin beds)

Standard room

Standard Penthouse room

Standard Attic room

Standard room with balcony

Standard Penthouse room with balcony

Standard Single room

Standard Single Penthouse room

3 Bedrooms Standard Single room

Standard Double Penthouse room

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with city view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Family room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double Penthouse room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Standard Double Family room (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin Penthouse room (twin beds)

Standard Twin Family room (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple Penthouse room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple Penthouse room

Standard Quintuple Penthouse room

Standard Sextuple room

Comfort room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Comfort Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior room

Superior room with city view

Superior Single room

Superior Triple room

Superior Quadruple Family room

Superior Single room (single bed)

Superior Double room (full double bed)

Superior Double room with city view (full double bed)

Superior Twin room (twin beds)

Superior Triple room

Superior Quadruple room

Deluxe room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premier room

Premier Double room (full double bed)

Executive room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Double room with partial sea view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Classic room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Classic Double room with city view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Penthouse room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Junior Suite

Junior Suite with city view

Junior Suite with view

Junior Suite with balcony

1 Bedroom Junior Suite

3 Bedrooms Junior Suite

Single Junior Suite

Double Junior Suite

Triple Junior Suite

Quadruple Junior Suite

Single Junior Suite (single bed)

Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Double Junior Suite with city view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)

Quadruple Junior Suite

Junior Suite (sofa)

1 Bedroom Junior Suite (sofa)

Single Junior Suite (sofa)

Triple Junior Suite (sofa)

Standard Junior Suite

Standard Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Superior Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Quadruple Junior Suite

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite

Penthouse Suite

Attic Suite

1 Bedroom Suite

Single Suite

Single Penthouse Suite

Single Suite with balcony

Triple Suite

Triple Penthouse Suite

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Penthouse Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Penthouse Suite (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)

Twin Penthouse Suite (twin beds)

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Penthouse Suite

Suite (sofa)

Single Suite (sofa)

Triple Suite (sofa)

Standard Suite

Superior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Suite with city view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Apartment

Standard Apartment

Executive Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Double Apartment (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Studio

Superior Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Studio with balcony

  • Room features: Balcony
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Villa

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Villa

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

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