Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean has proceeded with a new strategic investment in the Greek hospitality market, further strengthening its presence in Athens and reaffirming its dynamic growth trajectory across the Eastern Mediterranean region.

With the acquisition of the Great Athens Hotel and the creation of the Leonardo Hotel Athens City Center, the group expands its portfolio to two hotels in the Greek capital and six hotels in total across Greece, while the number of hotel properties it manages in Greece and Cyprus now reaches 16.

The new hotel, operating under the name “Leonardo Hotel Athens City Center,” enjoys a prime location in the heart of Athens at 12 Veranzerou Street, within proximity to Omonoia Square, next to the renovated MINION building and the flagship ZARA store.

The property is a 4-star hotel developed across nine above-ground floors, three basement levels, and a mezzanine floor. It features a total of 117 rooms across four different room categories (Standard Room, Standard Atrium Room, Superior Balcony Room, and Junior Suite), while its facilities include a Lobby Lounge, Coffee Bar, restaurant, and modern meeting and conference spaces.

A distinctive highlight of the hotel is its rooftop garden featuring a swimming pool and pool bar, offering panoramic views over the center of Athens.

The CEO of Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean, Mr. Roni Aloni, stated:

“Our decision to proceed with this investment reflects our confidence in Athens and in the prospects, it presents as a modern European destination. The city continues to evolve, attracting growing international interest in both tourism and business sectors. With Leonardo Hotel Athens City Center, we are further strengthening our presence in the heart of the city, complementing NYX Esperia Palace Athens and strategically investing in a market with significant growth potential.”

This new investment forms part of the broader strategic development plan of Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean for further expansion across Greece and Cyprus, with the aim of creating modern, high-quality hospitality experiences in key urban and leisure destinations throughout the region.

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Since 2017, Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean has been dynamically expanding its presence in Greece and Cyprus, following a consistent investment strategy focused on hotel properties with a distinct identity and clear market positioning.

Its philosophy is built upon authentic hospitality experiences, contemporary design, and a deep understanding of the modern traveller’s needs.

To date, the company has developed 13 hotels, five in Greece and eight in Cyprus, with the objective of expanding its portfolio to 16 hotels by the end of 2026. Each new investment is implemented following extensive strategic market analysis, with respect for local culture and a strong commitment to sustainable development, creating a positive impact on both local communities and the economies of the destinations in which it operates.

Leonardo Hotels & Resorts Mediterranean is part of the Leonardo Hotels Group and one of its five regional divisions. The group’s portfolio includes six distinct brands, Leonardo Hotels, Leonardo Royal, Leonardo Boutique, Leonardo Limited Edition, MASTERS, and the lifestyle brand NYX Hotels, offering unique hospitality experiences across 21 countries and more than 300 hotels throughout Europe, Israel, and the United Kingdom.