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Sofitel Athens Airport

Athens International Airport Spata, Athens, Greece, 19019
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Following a complete three-year renovation, Sofitel Athens Airport presents a contemporary design paired with refined French hospitality, creating an ideal setting for business and leisure travelers alike. Strategically positioned directly opposite Athens International Airport, the hotel is one of the most accessible MICE venues in Greece. It offers 11 flexible meeting rooms, hosting up to 600 delegates, 1,700 sq. m. of event space, and capacity for up to 7 cars inside its function areas—making it a preferred choice for conferences, product launches and incentives. In addition, the property provides 345 fully soundproofed rooms and suites, two restaurants—including a panoramic rooftop dining venue—two stylish bars, and a wellness area with fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. Its privileged location within walking distance of the terminals ensures effortless connections to global flights via Greece’s main hub. At the same time, direct access to the metro and suburban railway allows guests to reach the historic center of Athens in less than 35 minutes, offering participants the opportunity to combine business with cultural discovery. This balance of immediate airport proximity and quick city access makes the hotel an optimal base for both international and local events. Modern audiovisual technology, tailored catering, and dedicated event specialists guarantee seamless execution of corporate gatherings. Sofitel Athens Airport serves as a gateway for MICE activities in Athens, offering immediate access to the city while providing the advantage of an airport hotel where pharma code restrictions do not apply. Whether for high-profile conferences, executive board meetings, or incentive programs, the hotel provides the perfect blend of accessibility, privacy, and premium service for successful business events.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandSofitel Hotels
Built2001
Renovated2023
Total meeting space10,398 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms345
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

Hellenic Chamber of Hotels

Awards

Industry awards
Green Key 2025 Recommended on Holiday Check 2024 Best Conference Hotel 2023, Greek Hospitality Awards

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (mountain)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Key (FEE)

Certification body: EEPF

Issued: 12/1/2016 Expires: 12/31/2025

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Dec 9, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

Do you want to know if your event is during the high or low season? Check the season availability for this hotel.
High season
May 16 - Oct 30
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - May 15
Low season
Nov 01 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
10,397.9 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,651.1 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
11
Second largest room
4,090.3 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
3,767.4 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
5,651.1 sq. ft.
62.3 x 88.6 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
600
90
400
600
600
340
100
216
100
2,583.3 sq. ft.
62.3 x 42.7 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
220
35
190
220
220
120
75
84
75
3,067.7 sq. ft.
62.3 x 49.2 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
310
55
250
280
310
160
85
108
85
1,011.8 sq. ft.
26.9 x 37.7 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
25
24
-
25
--
25
--
699.7 sq. ft.
28.2 x 24.6 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
60
22
40
60
50
40
28
24
28
538.2 sq. ft.
16.4 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
30
17
20
30
30
20
22
14
22
430.6 sq. ft.
16.4 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
20
12
10
15
20
12
15
8
15
193.8 sq. ft.
13.1 x 14.8 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
9
6
8
-
8
9
8
7
-
193.8 sq. ft.
11.8 x 16.4 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
12
8
--
12
9
10
--

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
345
Double (2 beds)
345
Suites
12

Location

Getting Here

Sofitel Athens Airport is ideally located directly opposite Athens International Airport, just a short walk from the arrivals and departures terminals. The hotel is easily accessible by car via the Attiki Odos (A6) highway, and by public transport: buses X95, X96, and X97 connect the airport to central Athens and the port, while the suburban railway (Proastiakos) and metro Line 3 provide direct links to the city center in under 35 minutes. This makes the hotel a convenient choice for international travelers, business guests, and MICE attendees alike.
Distance from airport 0.03 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
( €10.00/day )
Valet parking
( €10.00/day )

Local Attractions

Temple of Sounio
Temple of Sounio
Historical landmark
30 mins
Only 30 minutes drive, the temple of Poseidon, the ancient Greek god of the sea, dominates the southernmost tip of Attica, where the horizon meets the Aegean Sea. Perched on the craggy rocks of Cape Sounio, the temple is enveloped in myth and historic facts dated from antiquity until the present times. Let us arrange your transfer to Sounio, enjoy the unique sunset from the temple and experience authentic Greek cuisine at the small tavernas of the area.
GR
Beach of Artemida
Beach of Artemida
Recreation
15 mins
Artemida, 10 minutes drive from Sofitel Athens Airport, is a town by the sea on the eastern part of Attica. It boasts with small tavernas and beach bars and takes its name from the temple of Artemis, Goddess of Hunting, located within a small distance from the center of Artemida.
Artemida, GR 19016
Acropolis
Acropolis
Historical landmark
35 kms
The Acropolis is the centerpiece of Athens. Rising up from the city center is a rocky, fortified, limestone plateau, topped with the Parthenon and several other ancient monuments. For most visitors to Athens, a visit to the Acropolis tops the list of things to do. From Sofitel Athens Airport, you can reach Acropolis by taxi, bus or metro in approximately 40 minutes. All public transportation stops are only walking distance from the hotel.
Papagiannakos Winery
Papagiannakos Winery
Recreation
15 kms
The Papagiannakos Winery is located in Mesogaia, in the heart of the Attiki Vineyard which covers an expanse of 6,500 Ha. The heritage variety of the vineyard is Savatiano, wrought from 70 year old vines. The Papagiannakos Winery is the first bioclimatic winery in Greece. The Winery was created as an entity, according to the criteria of sustainability. The bioclimatic principles of architecture ensure the saving of energy for heating, cooling and lighting needs in the winery. The winery organizes events, with a full wine-pairing menu which depending on the weather can be offered also under the stars of the Greek sky.
Pousi-Kalogeri, GR 19003
Vorres museum
Vorres museum
Museum
15 kms
The Vorres Museum is dedicated to contemporary Greek art and folk art. Its aim is the promotion and dissemination of Greek civilization through the creation of infrastructures and permanent collections, the presentation of exhibitions, the implementation of educational programs, the design of publications as well as the organization of events, happenings, speeches, etc. The Vorres Museum is located in Paiania in an area covering about 3 acres and is housed in a complex of buildings totaling 4,500 square meters, which is surrounded by extensive courtyards and gardens.
1 Parodos Diadochou Konstantinou str,
Paiania, GR
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Attica Zoological Park
Attica Zoological Park
Recreation
11 kms
The Attica Zoological Park is the only zoo in Greece, receiving hundreds of thousands of visitors of all ages, every year, from all over the country. Striving to combine entertainment with education, the zoo offers visitors a unique journey to the five continents, through the lives of more than 2000 animals from 290 species, such as lions, Asian elephants, giraffes, monkeys, bears, penguins, parrots, dolphins and many more, in an area of over 20 hectares. The Park is a member of EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria) and of EAMM (European Association of Marine Mammals) and, as such, conforms to strict guidelines regarding animal husbandry, conservation, education and security.
At Yalou
Spata, GR 19004
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Factory Outlet
Factory Outlet
Shopping
4 kms
Within the airport's commercial park, Factory Outlet stores offer a shopping experience to customers who seek brand names and designer labels at low prices. Visitors can find famous labels, including Converse, Calvin Klein, Folli Follie, Funky Buddha, Navy & Green and many others
Airport's Commercial Park
Spata, GR 19019
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Designer Outlet
Designer Outlet
Shopping
12 kms
At the Designer Outlet, savvy shoppers can discover the world’s most iconic brands at up to 70% less. The outlet offer a strong mix of fashion and homeware brands for women, men and children – from the ultimate designer must-have to high-street fashion favourites.
E71
Spata, GR 19004
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General: 24h f/d,multilingual staff, Concierge, Parking, Doorman, business center, 11 meeting rooms for up to 600 participants, 2 restaurants, 2 bars. In-room: WiFi, satellite TV, Nespresso machine, bathrobes, slippers, mini-fridge, laundry (with charge), bathtub and separate walk in shower, 24h room-service Rooms: 345 rooms including 12 Suites. Superior Rooms (188), Luxury Rooms (94), Club Luxury Rooms (47) all 28sqm (301sqft).

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Sofitel Athens Airport Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Sofitel Athens Airport regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Sofitel Athens Airport's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://all.accor.com/fr/sustainable-development/index.shtml
Does Sofitel Athens Airport have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Action : Sort your hazardous waste & at least 2 types of waste from the following: paper, glass, cardboard or plastic

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Sofitel Athens Airport and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
Hotel not in the United States
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Sofitel Athens Airport's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://group.accor.com/-/media/Corporate/Investors/Documents-de-reference/OPT_ACCOR_DEU_2021_MEL_US_300322.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at Sofitel Athens Airport developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Sofitel Athens Airport clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
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