Athens
Where to Find a Spa in Athens, Greece
Our picks at a glance
- First-timers Hotel Grande Bretagne spa — Best fit for a first visit because it is a central, full-service hotel spa and easy to pair with sightseeing in Athens.
- Couples Hammam Baths — Works well for couples looking for a traditional hammam ritual and a more intimate spa experience.
- Luxury Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso Spa — Matches a luxury spa trip with a resort-style setting and thalasso focus by the coast.
What are the best spas in Athens, Greece?
Divani Athens Spa & Thalasso Center is the most complete spa option in Athens: over 3,500 sq.m., the city’s only Thalassotherapy Center, more than 90 treatments, and a Fitness Center under one roof. For a hotel spa, start with Hotel Grande Bretagne; for a traditional steam session, choose Hammam Baths; for a Riviera day, look at The Margi Spa or Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso Spa.
Use the hotel spas for polished treatments, the day spa for a quieter appointment, and the hammam when you want something more traditional and local.
1. Hotel Grande Bretagne spa
Best for: Luxury hotel spa treatment in central Athens
Hotel Grande Bretagne is the central Athens hotel spa to pick for a first visit. Guests often mention the location, and it works well for culture lovers who want a polished treatment without leaving the city centre.
Book it when you are already near Syntagma Square or planning museums and a long lunch nearby. It is also the easiest choice in a spa in Athens Greece round-up when you want an elegant hotel setting rather than a standalone day spa.
The trade-off is simple: you come for convenience and finish the day back in the centre, not for a resort-style break. Hammam Baths is about 20 min away on foot if you want to compare the modern hotel spa with a more traditional stop.
Hammam Baths in Athens
2. Hammam Baths
Best for: Traditional hammam experience and steam treatment
Hammam Baths is the traditional pick in a spa in Athens Greece, not a standard massage stop. You go for steam, scrubbing, and the slower ritual that comes with a hammam, so it feels more intimate than a hotel spa.
It sits about 25 min on foot from Athens, and about 20 min from Hotel Grande Bretagne, so you can fit it into a central day without crossing the city. The nearest hotel option with the best guest rating is Ederlezi Boutique Hotel, which often suits couples, families, and business travellers.
Go here when you want the traditional treatment rather than a glossy wellness circuit. The drawback is simple: this is the place for a specific ritual, so it is not the best choice if you want a full resort-style spa menu.
3. The Margi Spa
Best for: Spa-hotel visit in the Athens Riviera area
The Margi Spa is the spa-hotel option to pick in Vouliagmeni when you want a quieter, more resort-like visit. It works well for wellness seekers who want a relaxed base on the Athens Riviera rather than a central-city stop.
Guests often mention the location, and that matters here: you are in Vouliagmeni, away from the pace of central Athens. The Margi starts from 244 EUR per night, so this is the pricier end of the spa in Athens Greece shortlist, but it matches the setting.
Choose it for a longer, slower spa day or an overnight stay where the spa is part of the plan. The trade-off is that it is less convenient if you only want a quick treatment in the city.
4. Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso Spa
Best for: Resort-style spa day near the Athens Riviera
For a spa in Athens Greece with a resort feel, this is the larger Riviera choice. Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso sits on the Athenian Riviera and gives you a sea-side wellness day rather than a quick city stop.
The private sandy Apollon Beach is the draw if you want to pair treatment time with a longer stay by the water. Its thalassotherapy focus also sets it apart from the more city-centre options, especially if you want a full wellness day rather than a single massage.
For the best comparison, pair it with The Margi Spa. The Margi is the smaller Riviera hotel spa; Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso feels more like a beach resort with a stronger thalasso angle, so it suits a longer, more leisurely visit.
The trade-off is time and distance from central Athens. You come here for the coast, the beach and a slower pace, not for a quick appointment between museum stops.
How much does a spa treatment in Athens cost?
The only posted price here starts from 244 EUR at The Margi. There is no single citywide rate for a spa treatment in Athens, Greece; the final cost shifts with treatment length, the type of spa, and whether you book a hotel wellness space or a simpler massage room.
In practice, hotel spas usually cost more than basic hammam-style treatments. The setting, the therapist time, and any package extras all move the price.
Where can I get a traditional hammam in Athens?
Hammam Baths is the clearest pick for a traditional hammam in central Athens. It gives you steam and exfoliation, not a standard spa menu, and it sits on Melidoni in the city centre, so it works well for a short, focused visit before or after exploring nearby streets.
Go here when you want the bath-house ritual: heat, steam, scrub, then a slower reset than a regular massage. It suits travellers who want a real hammam rather than a hotel spa treatment.
Are there spa hotels in Athens?
Yes, Athens has several hotel spas. Hotel Grande Bretagne is the central option, The Margi is in Vouliagmeni, and Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso is on the Riviera, so you can choose between city convenience and a more resort-style day.
Pick the centre if you want to pair a treatment with museums, shops, or a dinner booking. Head south if you want more space and a longer, slower spa visit.
Do I need to book a spa in Athens in advance?
Book ahead for hotel spas, couple slots, and any central place you want on a specific day. Same-day visits work better for solo treatments, especially outside peak hours, but the most convenient times go first in Hotel Grande Bretagne and small hammam slots.
What are the opening hours for spas in Athens?
Hours vary by spa type and location, so there is no standard Athens pattern. Morning and late afternoon are usually the easiest windows; hotel spas, day spas, and hammams can all follow different schedules, so ask before you build plans around a slot.
What kind of spa experience should I choose in Athens?
Choose Hotel Grande Bretagne for a central luxury spa, Hammam Baths for a traditional treatment, The Margi for a massage-focused Riviera stop, and Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso for a beach-and-thalasso day on the coast.
Where to stay in Athens
Hotels in Athens that fit this guide:
- Ederlezi Boutique Hotel (rated 10/10 · 1774 reviews) — A family-friendly base on Lepeniotou 26, with concierge help, for travelers wanting a simple start to city days.
- The Social Athens Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals (4-star · rated 9.8/10 · 1080 reviews) — Fitness facilities (surcharge), air conditioning, restaurant.
- Gatsby Athens (5-star · rated 9.6/10 · 2012 reviews) — On Lekka 18, this 5-star stay with a fitness facility, restaurant, and room service works for a relaxed city schedule.
- Wellnest Hotel (3-star · rated 9.5/10 · 666 reviews) — A quiet 3-star option on Flemingk Street, with practical services like lift access and family rooms, suits calmer trip planning.
- Acro Urban Suites (rated 10/10 · 1542 reviews) — Set near major archaeological sights on Propileon fainaretis, it suits guests who want an easy base with concierge and terrace.
- DAYS City Suites Athens (4-star · rated 10/10 · 626 reviews) — DAYS City Suites Athens on Orfeos is handy for public transport travelers, offering family rooms, shuttle service, and daily practicality.
- xenodocheio Milos (5-star · rated 9.8/10 · 579 reviews) — Fitness facilities (surcharge), air conditioning, restaurant.
- Monastiraki Place (rated 10/10 · 1107 reviews) — In historic Monastiraki on Papanikoli 1, it fits travelers wanting a family-friendly base with accessible shuttle services.
- Neoma (4-star · rated 9.6/10 · 1008 reviews) — Fitness facilities (surcharge), air conditioning, swimming pool.
- Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens (5-star · rated 9.5/10 · 1025 reviews) — On the Athenian Riviera, Four Seasons Astir Palace includes a hot tub/Jacuzzi and sauna, suiting spa-focused stays by the beach.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book a same-day massage in Athens?
Sometimes, yes. Same-day visits work best for solo treatments outside peak hours, but the easiest slots are the ones that get taken first at Hotel Grande Bretagne and smaller hammam places. For a more flexible city break, keep your spa choice central.
Is spa access included with a hotel stay in Athens?
Not always. The Margi Spa is part of The Margi, which starts from 244 EUR per night, while Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso Spa sits in a separate resort-style setting on the Athens Riviera. In practice, spa use depends on the hotel and the package.
Are there luxury spas in Athens?
Yes. Divani Athens Spa & Thalasso Center spans over 3,500 sq.m. and offers more than 90 spa treatments, with the city’s only Thalassotherapy Center under one roof. Hotel Grande Bretagne is the central luxury hotel spa many travellers choose for a polished city stay.
Are there day spas in Athens?
Hammam Baths is the clearest day-spa style stop in central Athens, about 25 min on foot from Athens. It works well for a focused steam-and-scrub session, while the Riviera spas suit longer stays rather than a quick appointment.
Are there massage spas in Athens?
There are, and you have a broad choice. Divani Athens Spa & Thalasso Center offers more than 90 spa treatments, while Hammam Baths is better for steam, scrubbing, and a traditional ritual. Choose the first for variety, the second for a more specific treatment.
Are there couples spas in Athens?
Yes. The Margi is one of the strongest couples picks, and it also gets a location score of 8.3/10 from guests. Hotel Grande Bretagne is another good central choice when you want a polished spa visit paired with a city-centre stay.
