Athens is a very popular summer destination and there are so many hotels to pick from that it might get overwhelming. If you need to be closer to the Athens International Airport, staying at hotels that offer a free shuttle service can be very convenient. In this blog post I will share the best Athens hotels with free airport shuttle. This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase I may get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Find out more here.
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Airscape Hotel
Airscape Hotel is a boutique hotel located about 6 km away from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 4 km away from Metropolitan Expo, and 10 km away from McArthurGlen Athens.
They offer family rooms with free wifi, a private bathroom, a work desk, a coffee machine, and mini bar.
The hotel also has a sun terrace with an outdoor seating area and a beautiful garden.
You could stay in a single room, a double room, or a triple room. And you can pick between garden views and sea views.
They offer both a free airport shuttle service and free on-site parking.
Hotel Avra
Hotel Avra is a 4-star hotel located in the Rafina neighborhood of the larger Athens metropolitan area. It is close to the airport and Metropolitan Expo, so it’s a convenient location for both business and leisure trips to the Greek capital.
The hotel is a few minutes’ drive from from historical monuments and shopping malls.
The rooms have comfortable beds, free wi-fi, and all the additional amenities that you would expect from a hotel. They have a restaurant on site that specializes in Greek cuisine.
Guest arrival time is 2pm, and check-out time is at 11am. If you need a late check out you can always contact their 24/7 front desk.
Alekos Luxury Suites
Alekos Luxury Suites is a luxury boutique hotel in the seaside town Artemida. It is located very close to 3 beaches: Artemis Beach, Vravrona Beach, and Bebela Beach.
They have 2 apartments or maisonettes, as they call them. Both apartments can host 2 people and they come with a fully equipped kitchen.
Downstairs the maisonettes have the living room, kitchen, and a bathroom with high-end toiletries.
Upstairs there is a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed, bedside tables, a dressing table and a flat-screen TV that has Netflix so you can watch your favorite movies and TV shows.
Outside of the room you will also have a private terrace. The windows are soundproof, so you can sleep peacefully and not hear any noise that might come from outside.
The 2 apartments share a courtyard with barbecue area. The hotel also provides free bicycles so you can explore the area or even bike to the beaches nearby.
This hotel is a great choice if you are looking for luxury accommodation that has a free airport shuttle, is close to the beaches around Athens, and provides high-end amenities to enjoy during your stay.
Holiday Inn Athens Airport
Holiday Inn Athens Airport is one of the few airport hotels that has a free shuttle bus to the airport. It is part of the IHG chain, so you can get points for your stay if you’re part of their loyalty program.
At the same time, you can book your stay using credit card points.
The hotel is located on the fastest motorway in Athens 30 minutes away from the city center. They have a breakfast buffet offering continental breakfast items such as fresh pastries, cold cuts, cheese, and eggs, and dairy-free options.
They have an onsite all day restaurant which serves a breakfast buffet in the mornings and lunch and dinner throughout the day. And they also offer room service. Kids eat free.
One of the best hotel facilities is the indoor pool. They also offer free parking.
Comfort Stay Athens Airport Hotel
Another hotel located close to the airport in Neapoli Spata is the Comfort Stay Athens Airport Hotel – free shuttle included in the room price. They offer comfortable accommodation in their double, triple, or family rooms.
It’s a 3 star hotel, so if you’re looking for some cheap rooms, it can be the best choice. The rooms are cozy and well-equipped, but of course, it won’t be something you find in a luxury hotel.
They have a restaurant that serves Greek cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
The hotel has a sun terrace and garden with an outdoor seating area. They have a 24/7 front desk and also have a concierge service available if you need help with arrangements while you’re in Athens.
Aethon Airport Project Hotel
Aethon Airport Project Hotel is a 3-star hotel close to the airport. All rooms feature a double bed and a sofa bed, so it’s a great choice for families with one child.
Each room comes with a private bathroom that is equipped with luxury toiletries.
They have a mini market and coffee shop on site such that guests have access to anything they need during their stay.
Pets are not allowed in the hotel.
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Ioana was born and raised in Romania, lived in NYC for 14 years, and is now back in Romania. She fell in love with traveling when she was little and used to visit her aunt in Vienna. Then in high school she was able to visit Siberia, Turkmenistan, Istanbul, and Tokyo through chemistry competitions. As an adult she started to travel solo once she turned 30 and visited 20+ countries so far. Ioana is a full time travel blogger and content creator with an audience of 80K+ people on Instagram. She loves to share travel recommendations and tips.