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A FORMER MINION BUILDING
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word of mouth
word of mouth The legendary department store MINION, located
near Omonia Square, remained unused for almost 3
decades. DIMAND will transform it into a modern,
environmentally-friendly mixed-use building,
revitalizing the centre of Athens.
more noteworthy investments in hospitality Radisson Hotels, another prestigious name in hospitality, also put down
The developer of One&Only Aesthesis mentioned above is Grivalia roots at the heart of the city with The Social Hotel Athens. Visitors who
Hospitality, a company that moved its headquarters from Luxembourg prefer an elegant environment and supreme services have this boutique
to Athens in 2022 to take full advantage of Greece’s growing economy hotel with 25 rooms at the top of their list. But Radisson is expanding its
and prospects, especially when it comes to tourism. presence further with two new projects for 2024: the Radisson Theatrou
One&Only Aesthesis, located in Asteria, Glyfada, shows the ambition of Square Athens and Radisson RED Mitropoleos Square Athens.
Grivalia Hospitality and its confidence in its ability to attract and please The list of key players taking the city’s hospitality and tourism to the next
high-end guests. The hotel consists of 128 deluxe rooms, suites, and villas level continues with Fattal. Through Leonardo Hotels, it has already
with additional services, including a spa, gym, and selection of restaurants provided the capital with the five-star NYX Esperia Palace Hotel, while
and bars. The project cost €300 million. branching out to the rest of Greece with other ventures estimated to be
Grivalia Hospitality’s ingenuity in hooking tourists with fine tastes is complete by 2024.
just as evident in 91 Athens Riviera, a glamping resort. Situated on the What’s particularly attractive about Athenian hospitality is the variety of
Voula beachfront, it offers 30 lavish tents, as well as several entertainment experiences to be found. Besides grand accommodations at places like The
options, whether guests want to relax at the spa, play tennis, go clubbing, Dolli by Grecotel Hotels & Resorts, The Academias Hotel by Autograph
or enjoy some fine dining. Collection Hotels, and The Athens Key Hotel by Zeus International Ho-
The next few years are sure to give Athens a remarkable upgrade, what tels & Resorts, unique services like xenodocheio Milos are also available.
with Grivalia Hospitality gearing up to spend around €1.5 billion on a It’s a haut cuisine restaurant, one of seven around the world, that fully
total of 10 luxury hotels, while other investors put their lucrative plans embraces the Greek spirit of philoxenia by doubling as a five-star hotel.
in motion. Ultimately, the fact that major foreign companies - not just domestic
At the city centre, for example, there is Fresh Hotel, a place where old meets ones - are vying for a share in Greece’s tourism demonstrates their trust
new with the signature of the renowned Italian interior designer Paola in the country’s recovering economy and real estate industry. Athens and
Navone’s Otto studio. Or, the Marriot Bonvoy’s Moxy Athens City, fea- its coastline are already dotted with high-end hotels and renewed neigh-
turing beautiful, modern facilities for the most peaceful stay imaginable bourhoods, thanks to investors with sharp, creative vision. Many more
with stunning views of the Acropolis and Athenian skyline. It even holds projects in hospitality and beyond aim to produce the perfect holiday
occasional events, such as art, music, and fashion shows. destination. 

XENODOCHEIO MILOS
The globally acclaimed Milos restaurant proudly introduces Athens’ premier
luxury gastronomy 5-star hotel, nestled in the heart of the city.

DIVERCITY ARCHITECTS PHOTO: NIKOS DANIILIDIS, 3D: MINOS DIGENIS

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