The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, Turkish bath/hammam
0B | Living area
Sports facility
Tennis court
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Apollonos 40, Vouliagmeni, Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni, Attiki, 16671
  • Astir Beach
    18 min walk
  • Vouliagmeni Spa Lake
    6 min drive
  • Kavouri Beach
    8 min drive
  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    42 min drive

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About the area

Vouliagmeni

A family-friendly stay in Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni awaits you at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort, a recipient of the prestigious Conde Nast Gold List award in 2012. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Astir Beach and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Kavouri Beach. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 3 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a private beach. .A relaxing visit to Arion Spa can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Kymata, is open for breakfast and lunch. With 2 lounge bars and a poolside bar to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the resort. Enjoy the 3 outdoor tennis courts, marina and 24-hour gym plus access to snorkelling. 11 square feet (0 square metres) of event facilities include a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and a sauna. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni resort include Port of Piraeus and Acropolis.

What's nearby

  • Astir Beach - 18 min walk
  • Vouliagmeni Spa Lake - 6 min drive
  • Kavouri Beach - 8 min drive
  • Varkiza Beach - 12 min drive
  • Voula Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Kolymvitirio Station - 9 min drive
  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 26 min drive
  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Λίμνη Βουλιαγμένης - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ακτή - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rumors - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mercato - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Σαρδελάκι με θέα - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with complimentary cabanas, umbrellas, and sunloungers. Bring your whole family to The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts and tennis lessons.

There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a steam room and a garden. Self parking is free.

This Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni resort is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1980
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort offers 162 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort is listed in the 2012 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (EUR 15 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 25 km
  • Area shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Galazia Hytra
  • Kymata
  • Matsuhisa Athens by Nobu

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Fitness classes
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (11 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • Plasma TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 7 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: EUR 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: EUR 15 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard and Barclaycard.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni
Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort
Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Vari-Voula-Vouliagmeni
The Westin Athens Astir Beach
The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort Resort

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

Yep, The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

Yep, The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort is a short 18-minute walk from Astir Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing.

Is there a spa on site at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Thai massages.

Does The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort have a pool?

The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort features a private beach, 2 outdoor pools and a Turkish bath. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort.

Is The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and supervised childcare, as well as childcare services and rollaway/extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

No, The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Westin Athens Astir Palace Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 95 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
holiday in paradise
loved location and the view from our room was superb. all and all excellent stay but couldnt figure why there was hardly anyone around very quiet.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms great views and staff. Pool among best i have seen.

10/10 Excellent

CM, Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful facility, friendly staff
This was our 5th anniversary. In the same place. So it was an very special occasion on this very special place. It was very special for us, but I am sure it will be for many!

10/10 Excellent

stephen, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing location and great hotel
This is a great hotel in an amazing location. The only minor annoyance is that it does not provide free wifi in the rooms, only in public areas

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hi end hotel large pool and on the beach
Amazing staff with a beautiful location perfect way to end my vacation

10/10 Excellent

Arriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and service, at a magnificent location! We enjoyed the room, private beach, pool, and all the amenities to the max.?

10/10 Excellent

nancy, los angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible sea setting of excellent resort hotel
Beautiful architecture in amazing setting of fresh and sea water pools and natural sea coves. Excellent large size room, well furnished, and outstanding bath.

10/10 Excellent

Munira

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautiful pool Poor free wifi- have to stay in lobby, not in rooms or pool area Expensive and limited menu at pool snack bar- (not kid friendly).

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable hotel with good restaurants
Overall excellent experience with the exception of the slow pool side service.

8/10 Good

mahmoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Dustin, Orem

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not Westin beds or pillows
First the room we had was awesome because it was near the pool and on the first floor with direct access to the pool. However the room and hall stank to high heaven. The beds were awful- rocks and very little bedding. Everything was WAY overpriced. Drinks were 18 euros. We had just stayed in Santorini at the most amazing places where food and Anne iTunes were priced super affordably.

10/10 Excellent

barry, Nyc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect getaway
Great and friendly and staff. Gorgeous views all around hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Cedar Rapids IA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to relax at the end of a 2 week tour.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Denise, Sydney

Liked: Room comfort
Great for a few days!
The Westin was fabulous the beach/pool area were great loved the cabanas. Food was super expensive. You still had to pay extra for the kids club you would think for what you pay it will be included. Although the rates we're not that much surprisingly. But for a small bottle of water 5.50E is ridiculous. Will I stay again probably for a rest in between islands.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would not go back
Room was absolutely filthy - sheets, carpet, shower were all very dirty. There was food in the mini bar which had been half-eaten. The hotel did nothing to compensate us for this. The hotel's only redeeming quality is its location.

10/10 Excellent

H T, Georgetown, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great beach resort option close to Athens.
Needs some updating, but we had a great stay. Excellent room. Comfortable. Great service. Kid friendly. I will go back. The beach and pool were awesome and very relaxing.

6/10 Okay

JH, Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location/NOT worth the $/VERY OUTDATED
Stayed two nights following 2 weeks sailing around the Islands before returning home to Virginia. Hotel is in a GREAT location as it is close to the downtown sights, Glyfada beaches and clubs and best of all a straight shot to the airport. That being said, this hotel is grossly overpriced as it is outdated, the staff at the front desk was extremely unhelpful with everything from wireless internet connection to directions to travel assistance - Concierge the worst! Asked for airline info and he didn't follow up or leave info for next shift. The property itself is in serious need of a refresh and the rooms are dated and smell old. Our AC wasn't working and when we called to request engineering we found out why. The vent was completely clogged and the filter was black. When I tried to take a picture the engineer quickly left the room. Recommend you find another place or use the Sofitel by the airport.

8/10 Good

Suzanne, Clayton

Liked: Room comfort
Jewel in need of restoration
This hotel is a family favorite and is located in the best part of the Athenian Riviera. We know many of the staff, and it feels like home. Having said that, this year, in particular, we noted that the hotel's condition is neglected, and the Astir's fourth floor hallway smells of sewage, in spite of the fragrance machine positioned in the hallway. The outdoor pool cabanas are in need of new drapes, and the pool pavers are chipped and in need of grout. The gym is laughable, but, fortunately, we were able to use the Arion's excellent gym and spa facilities. Basically, the Astir urgently needs care and attentive management to restore this jewel of a property.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel on outskirts of Athens
Beautiful views of the sea and large beautiful room. Corridors have a moldy odor. 40 mins drive from central Athens. Probably the nicest hotel on Athens. Food is expensive but I would highly recommend the Nobu restaurant.

4/10 Poor

Ed, HK

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room facilities and Restutant experience
We are dissappointed about the washroom accessories. No paper tissues, tooth brush, shower soap etc.. The Restutant service and food was average considering the prices they charge. In fact it's terribly over price. We are extremely dissappointed!!

10/10 Excellent

bharat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice one day break beside the sea after a conference in downtown Athens.

10/10 Excellent

Wafik, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best hotels in Athens
The hotel is located in a bay area. Amazing view of sea and mountain. Staff is very helpful and efficient. Hotel has many facilities for everyone to enjoy: from Tennis to swimming to children's activities etc. The area around the hotel is very nice, clean and high-end suburb of Athens. 10 minutes from the shopping area in Glyfada by cab(10 euro) and 25 minutes from downtown Athens by cab (30 euro). Lots of restaurants and café shops around the area.

4/10 Poor

K, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel staff was not customer focused.
Vacation started with a surprise of being in the Astir Beach Palace instead of the Westin. We did not receive any notification of the change - got to the hotel to find the Westin closed. Staff was not customer focused at all. Took 30 minutes for a plumber to arrive in the room when the bathroom flooded after a shower and another 30 minutes for the cleaning staff. Lobby bar/snack area and restaurant staff were not attentive. Refilled our own coffee everyday. The view from the room was wonderful! The room was clean and the food was fresh.