Retro-chic Athens Riviera stay with a sparkling swim club

Ace Hotel & Swim Club Athens, Glyfada, Attica, Greece

Time-limited

Property details

Bed down at this five-star Glyfada hotel, reviving 70s Riviera style with Brutalist architecture, an elegant Mediterranean bistro, and an enviable stretch of Athenian coast nearby - includes breakfast and a room upgrade
  • Riviera revival: Ace Hotel & Swim Club Athens breathes new life into a 1970s Brutalist structure, transforming it into a hub of retro-modern flair on the Athenian coast. The design, curated by Parisian studio Ciguë, celebrates the building's cubic geometry and crisp white façade. It’s a stylish tribute to the golden age of the Greek Riviera, blending contemporary elegance with a bohemian spirit.

  • Stylish digs: Your hotel's 120 rooms and suites, some with balconies overlooking the Saronic Gulf, are designed as calm hideaways. Expect shell-toned walls, earthy palettes, and refined retro touches that nod to 70s sophistication. To dial up the cool factor, some accommodations even feature a turntable with a selection of vinyls or a D’Angelico acoustic guitar.

  • Poolside perfection: The heart of the hotel is its dazzling Swim Club, where lemon parasols and pistachio-green sunloungers create a whimsical, Hockney-hued scene around the main outdoor pool and whirlpool. When hunger strikes, the open-air Sebastian bistro pairs French flavours with Greek soul, serving up everything from rich morning hotcakes to indulgent Ionian lobster frites. For casual drinks, head to Poolside for a Greek wine or rum-laced milkshake. 

How to get there

The hotel is about an hour and 15 minutes by car from Athens International Airport.  

Good to know 

Please note, the pool will be closed from 1 December, 2025 to 12 April, 2026.


Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • Riviera revival: Ace Hotel & Swim Club Athens breathes new life into a 1970s Brutalist structure, transforming it into a hub of retro-modern flair on the Athenian coast. The design, curated by Parisian studio Ciguë, celebrates the building's cubic geometry and crisp white façade. It’s a stylish tribute to the golden age of the Greek Riviera, blending contemporary elegance with a bohemian spirit.

  • Stylish digs: Your hotel's 120 rooms and suites, some with balconies overlooking the Saronic Gulf, are designed as calm hideaways. Expect shell-toned walls, earthy palettes, and refined retro touches that nod to 70s sophistication. To dial up the cool factor, some accommodations even feature a turntable with a selection of vinyls or a D’Angelico acoustic guitar.

  • Poolside perfection: The heart of the hotel is its dazzling Swim Club, where lemon parasols and pistachio-green sunloungers create a whimsical, Hockney-hued scene around the main outdoor pool and whirlpool. When hunger strikes, the open-air Sebastian bistro pairs French flavours with Greek soul, serving up everything from rich morning hotcakes to indulgent Ionian lobster frites. For casual drinks, head to Poolside for a Greek wine or rum-laced milkshake. 

How to get there

The hotel is about an hour and 15 minutes by car from Athens International Airport.  

Good to know 

Please note, the pool will be closed from 1 December, 2025 to 12 April, 2026.


Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Location and what's nearby

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Ace Hotel & Swim Club Athens, 1, Artemisiou Street 16675 Glyfada, Attiki, Greece

Ace Hotel & Swim Club Athens is a sophisticated base in Glyfada, a district known for its clear cerulean waters, long sunsets, and laid-back coastal culture. The hotel is positioned perfectly to enjoy the Athens Riviera, a long-favoured holiday destination. The nearest beach is a short walk away, or you can opt for an exclusive experience at ritzy Astir Beach, about 15 minutes away. 

Glyfada itself is a hotspot for superb shopping, with international high-street labels and designer boutiques lining pedestrianised Metaxa Street. You'll also find an electric nightlife, with quirky bars on Kyprou Street and chic waterfront terraces like Ark for sundowners. For a dose of culture, the Acropolis Museum, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre, and Lake Vouliagmeni are all within reach. 
Five-star booking service? You bet.

Need additional help with your booking? Call our Concierge team on + 44 2039 807 013 (Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm).