Best Western Hotel Pythagorion

Situated smack dab between the Metaxourgio and Omonia Square metro stations, the Best Western Pythagorion Hotel offers easy access to rest of Athens. This is a good thing, as the 56-room hotel resides in a not-so-charming neighborhood.

Rooms are comfortable, clean, and decorated in an unfussy manner. They're also more spacious than many of their Athens peers, and come equipped with air conditioning, cable television, and free Wi-Fi. Bedspreads are subdued, either matching the dark wood furniture or complementing it. Curtains come in the same colors. Tile floors are tan.

The en suite bathrooms have gold-lined shower curtains, as well as gold hints on the mirrors, between the tiles, and through the countertop. Bathtubs are available but not included in every bathroom. If you have a need for one, you must request ahead.

The Pythagorion operates with a confident sensibility. Perhaps this is a result of its affiliation with an international hotel chain. Perhaps it's because many tour groups choose it as their Athens base. Either way, the hotel provides what you need without any fringe benefits (aside from the centrality of the location).

Breakfast is included in the rate. In addition to free Wi-Fi, there is a computer station, with printer, in the lobby.