About

Paloma has undergone recent improvements and re-opened, with extra facilities being added all the time. Located in Athens city center, just 250 meters (800 feet) from the closest metro station and close to National Archeological museum, our hostel is a convenient base for exploring the city. We've created this space to bring people together, in a relaxed, social environment — with everything you need to feel at home, at a great price. Offering both private and dormitory rooms, all with private bathrooms and aircondition, as well as:

- FREE ultra-high-speed WiFi throughout the entire property
- 24h reception
- Fully equipped kitchen for common use
- Courtyard
- Lounge area
- Sitting area
- Luggage storage
- Laundry service
- Lockers in the rooms.

***We would like to inform you that during winter we offer SPECIAL DEALS for LONG-TERM accommodation!!
If you are interested please send us an email directly.***

Customer Comments:
** 'Great rooms, cleanest I've seen, comfortable beds and spacious rooms.'
** 'Best place to stay in Athens. Centrally located with excellent connections to bus and metro. Very attentive and helpful staff. I go there every year at least one time!'
** 'It is very near to the metro station, with lots of shops and nice places around it, very secure and safe area, very nice and caring and flexible staff, it feels like being at home.'

WHY CHOOSE US
- Friendly and helpful staff, all English speaking, and available 24 hours a day.
- Wide choice of rooms ranging from dorms to private rooms for 2, 3, 4 or 5 people, ALL with private bathrooms so able to cater to everyone's needs.
- Superb range of facilities including FREE Internet available 24 hours, FREE Map, Laundry Service, Breakfast Room, Travel Services to book tours, ferries and hotels, Heated rooms and constant Hot Water 24 hours a day, Non-stop Reception so you will always have someone to help you, Luggage Room - short AND long term, and even more facilities to follow shortly.
- We are recommended by Lonely Planet, Let's Go, International Youth Hostel Federation (IHYF), and Hostels of Europe (HoE)
- With over 30 years in hostelling under our belts means we have the experience, knowledge, customer service, and most centrally located hostels to make your stay in Athens the best that you could hope for.

Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance of the check-in time of your arrival, which is 11.00 and written confirmation via email received from us before this time. Failure to do so will result in cancellation fees.

Age limit:
There are no age limits to our hostel, but persons below 18 years of old have to provide us with a parent consent in order to stay

House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • No Curfew
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

6.6Good(1268)
  • Value for Money
    6.5
  • Security
    7.0
  • Atmosphere
    6.0
  • Cleanliness
    6.0
  • Staff
    8.5
  • Location
    6.5
  • Facilities
    6.0
Summary of traveller reviews

Paloma in Athens offers a friendly atmosphere with exceptionally helpful staff, praised for their kindness and efficiency. Guests appreciate the clean rooms and comfortable beds. While the hostel is well-located for transport and attractions, the surrounding neighbourhood is frequently described as unsafe, particularly at night, which may deter solo female travellers.

Stayed in Jul 2026
2.9
B
Bayley
Male, 25-30, Australia
Location dodgy, kitchen not hygienic at all, was there at 2pm on one day and was only there for a night and checked out at 4am the next and our food got eaten from the fridge in that short time, Bed situation crap, elevator outdated by 1000 years, no social aspect at all, felt deserted, Staff was lovely though
Stayed in May 2026
10
S
Sophocles
Male, 25-30, Greece
I had a great stay at this hostel. The staff were friendly and helpful, the rooms were clean and comfortable, and the common areas had a nice atmosphere. The Wi-Fi was fast and reliable, which made it easy to work, browse, and stay connected. The location was convenient, close to public transport, restaurants, and main attractions. I also appreciated the well-equipped communal kitchen and the overall relaxed vibe. I would definitely recommend this hostel to other travelers.
Stayed in May 2026
5.1
G
Gretchen
Female, 41+, USA
Our group rented 2 rooms. The room I stayed in was OK. It was like an 'old school' hostel with bunk beds. It was clean. The other room was sub-par. The mattresses were in poor shape with urine and bed bug stains. They should have been completely covered with a protective mattress pad. The pillows in the room needed to be trashed - or at least be fully covered by zippered pillow cases to hide the blood stains on them. The location felt unsafe. Crackheads offered us pipes less than a block away.
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Location

16 Victor Hugo, Athens, Greece
0.9km from city centre