Shila Athens

Firstly, Athens is one of if not the best cities in the world to spend some time in - combining, as it does, the historical sites with a cutting-edge social and artistic scene. It has everything. Then the question is - where to stay? Shila is a really excellent option if, like me, you value stylish decor and sophisticated furnishings. Plus top-quality service from the people who work here and a very convenient location in Kolonaki, where you're close to the action in the centre but far enough away to enjoy the slightly more refined atmosphere of this (by Athens standards) 'posh' neighbourhood. As for some of the practicalities: the rooms were spotlessly clean (which is especially important given the otherwise 'shabby chic' decor); the breakfasts, served either in your suite or the rooftop, are excellent; the rooms have Bose wireless speakers, that you can link to from your devices and/or use the iPad provided (which have Spotify and Netflix accounts); not really a practicality, but worth mentioning anyway, is that they offer a bottle of local fizz to guests, which is a lovely touch. So a very strong recommendation from me. And they have a sister-hotel, Mona, in the centre, which looked really nice (I went for a drink on the rooftop bar and a quick tour and it had the same sort of aesthetic as Shila).

It's so cool, very chic - an absolute hidden gem. The staff are lovely, professional & helpful. Breakfasts are amazing. The bigger rooms are like apartment's - and beautifully furnished. Tucked away on a very quiet street in Kolonaki with shops, restaurants & bars nearby and a 10 minute walk down into town. Even the roof top space is cool! What a find this was. Utterly enchanting.

It's the perfect little urban bed and breakfast. I stayed in the Dreamers Room on a quick getaway from London. It was a beautifully styled, amazingly comfortable room. It was much bigger than it looked in the photos. The staff is so friendly and really quite sweet. What a great find.

A beautiful and stylish hotel very close to many Athens attractions. It has been decorated with so much taste. Our two rooms were fantastic with their own courtyards. The bedrooms were beautifully decorated with unusual pieces of furniture and extremely comfortable beds. The delightful rooftop space was great for breakfast and for a pre dinner drink. Every one of the hotel staff was delightful. Professional and very friendly. They really made our experience very special. Nothing was too much trouble for them.

A charming beautifully furnished and designed refuge. Superb front desk staff so delightful and helpful. Easy walk to great restaurants. Try Philos for brunch excellent.drivers attached to hotel. Breakfast on rooftop great start to day. Could not recommend more highly.

Very elegant, charming and friendly secret place in Kolonaki… In an ancient Athenian house. Beautifully furnished. Very comfortable. Full of plants. Some private gardens. Exquisite breakfast. An unforgettable experience.