ACCOMMODATION 5 ***** STRATOS VASSILIKOS

The Stratos Vassilikos is a stylish newly reno- vated hotel in the heart of city, . This contemporary yet comfortable hotel offers guests a new experience of modern hotel living in the 21st century. Thanks to the great location of The Stratos Vassilikos hotel accompanied by a superb standard of service The Stratos Vassilikos hotel is an ideal accommoda- tion choice for either business or leisure travellers.

Directions: Stratos Vassilikos is 40 minutes away from the El.Venizelos airport by taxi and the fare costs around 35-40 euros. By car, follow the Attiki Avenue to Elefsina and then the exit 10 (Marathonos-Mesogeion) which turns to Michalakopoulou street. One km further you will see the hotel on your left hand side. You can also take the X95 bus from the air- port and get off at Mavili stop. You can of course take the metro and get off at Megaro Moussikis station (Metro ). The hotel is 5 minutes away on foot.

Address:Stratos Vassilikos Hotel, 114 Michalakopoulou str. Athens, Website: www.airotel.gr

Distance to conference venue: 5min on foot

RATES STARTING FROM: € 109.00 / night (single/double room, breakfast included)

1 5 ***** HILTON HOTEL

Experience the perfect blend of antiquity and modernity at the Hilton Athens hotel. Situated in a prime location overlooking the ancient Acropolis and the unmistakable Athens cityscape, the Hilton Athens hotel features spacious, modern accommodation, three fabulous swimming pools and the tranquil Hiltonia Spa. Witness the wonders of Greek gastronomy at Milos and Byzantino restaurants, indulge in atmospheric rooftop dining at the Galaxy Restaurant, or enjoy an alfresco lunch at the fashionable poolside Oasis Bar & Grill. Unwind in your stylish, air-conditioned room, which features sleek, contemporary décor with cool neutral tones and ergonomic furniture, as well as a wealth of modern amenities such as high-speed internet access and an LCD TV with premium channels. Venture out from your stunning accommodation at the Hilton Athens hotel, and visit a fantastic array of Local Athens Attractions that includes the imposing Lycabettus Hill, the incredible Benaki and Byzantine Museums, the New Acropolis Museum and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, which dates from 161 AD

Directions From Athens International Airport take Avenue, which leads to Mesogeion Avenue and when you reach the end, turn left onto Vass- ilissis Sofias Avenue. Follow the road for roughly a kilometre and the Hilton Athens hotel is on the left-hand side. Distance from airport: 30 km. Al- ternatively, you can take the metro and get off at Evangelismos station (Metro Line 3); the hotel is right across the street.

2 Address: 46 Vassilissis Sofias Avenue, Athens , Website: www.hiltonathens.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 165.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 175.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min on foot

3 5 ***** CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL

The Crowne Plaza Hotel in Athens is the newest hotel in the city of Athens, built according to the strict safety spec- ifications of the Crowne Plaza hotel chain and specially designed to provide travellers with excellent accommoda- tion and high-quality hotel facilities and services during their stay in Athens. It belongs to the internationally re- nowned InterContinental Group. The Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre Hotel lies close to vthe center of Athens, Greece and the “Megaron Moussikis” metro station, providing direct access to the commercial areas, entertainment venues, and the historical sites in just a few minutes.

Directions: From the Athens Airport, take Attica Avenue (Attiki Odos) until you find the exit for Messogion Avenue, where you will turn left. Continue until you find the turn to Fidipidou St and then right after 10 meters, at the next traffic light, to Michalakopoulou Avenue. In about 2 km, you will see the hotel on the opposite side of the street. You can also take the X95 bus from the airport and get off at Mavili stop station. You can of course take metro and get off at Megaro Moussikis station (Metro Line 3). The hotel is 5 minutes away on foot.

Address: Crowne Plaza Hotel, 50 Michalakopoulou str., Athens, Greece, Website: www.cpathens.com

RATES STARTING FROM: € 160.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 169.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 5min on foot

4 5 ***** ROYAL OLYMPIC HOTEL

The hotel lays just in front of the famous Temple of Zeus and the National Gardens. We are underneath the Acropolis and only 2 minutes walk to the new Athens Acropolis Museum. After our complete renovation that finished in 2009, the Royal Olympic was transformed to an art hotel very elegantly decorated and more im- portant very well looked after in every detail. One of the aspects given particular attention to, was to create a very personal hotel and as much environmentally friendly as possible. Our Roof Garden Restaurant - Bar opened recently offering the ultimate dinning and wining experience in front of the most spectacular view in Athens. Our famous chef will be delighted to guide you through the secret paths of Greek cuisine while enjoy- ing the unforgettable view.

Directions: By METRO / UNDERGROUND: You will board the Metro from the Airport’s Station and get off at Syntagma Station. At Syntag- ma Station you switch lines in the direction of Ag. Dimitrios and get off at the first Station, the "Acropolis Station". From Acropolis Station the Hotel is 200m away, walking along Ath. Diakou Street. The approximate time from the Athens Inter- national Airport to the Hotel is 25 minutes.

By TAXI: We can arrange transportation from the Airport to the Hotel and vice versa for the dates you wish, with 1 a/c Mercedes taxi and an English speaking driver, upon arrival. • Cost one way, between 06:00 - 23:00 is 60€. • Cost one way, between 23:00 - 06:00 is 70€.

Address: 28-34 Athanasiou Diakou Str., 117 43, Athens, Greece, Website: www.royalolympic.com

RATES STARTING FROM: € 150.00 / night (single/double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 8min by subway

5 4 **** ALEXANDROS HOTEL

Hotel Alexandros is a stunning Athens hotel, located in the heart of Athens, which boasts modern and contemporary interiors and facilities combined with traditional hospitality and a personal service that is second to none! Guests staying in Hotel Alexandros will enjoy an ex- cellent range of hotel accommodation offering the highest standards of comfort and quality amenities within a variety of different hotel rooms and suites.

Directions: Alexandros hotel is 40 minutes away from the El.Venizelos airport and costs approximately 35-40 euros. By car, follow the Attiki Avenue to Elefsina and then exit no.11 (Kifissias) to Athens. Then follow the Kifissias Avenue which turns to Vassililissis Sofias and turn right to Timoleontos Vassou. You are here. Alternatively you can take the X95 bus from the airport and get off at Mavili square. The metro is very convenient, get off at Megaro Moussikis station. The hotel is five minutes away on foot.

Address: Alexandros Hotel, 8 Timoleondos Vassou str., Athens, Greece, Website: www.airotel.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 105.00 / night (single/double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 5min on foot

6 4 **** AMALIA HOTEL ATHENS

Amalia Hotel Athens part of Amalia Hotels, one of the old- est hotel chains in Greece, opened for the first time in the early 60s and immediately became a favorite for Athens visitors. It’s central location right in the heart of the city, overlooking the Greek Parliament and the National Gar- dens, makes Amalia Hotel an ideal destination for both leisure and business travelers. A four-star superior hotel, landmark of the city, has reopened after a complete renovation in 2007, offering all latest facilities and services to its guests. The Hotel extends 98 guest rooms including a Executive Suite offering 4 different categories: 12 Classic, 48 Superior, 30 Deluxe and 7 Executive. Beyond accommodation, the Chrysalis Lounge on the ground floor is a welcoming place with its friendly staff throughout the day, while the restau- rant on the mezzanine floor is the perfect venue to begin the day with its generous buffet break- fast. Internet corner, meeting and conference rooms are also available in the premises. Amalia Hotel Athens is a green hotel as it has been recently awarded with the International Green Key Αward by the Foundation for the Environmental Education ( FEE ).

Directions: By METRO / UNDERGROUND: You will get on the Metro from the Airport's Station and get off at Syn- tagma Metro Station. From Syntagma Metro Sta- tion Amalia Hotel is just 50m away, walking along Amalia ave. (Leoforos Vas. Amalias). The approxi- mate time from the Athens International Airport to Amalia Hotel is 40 minutes. By AIRPORT BUS : Express Airport bus from Otho- nos st. is 50 metres from the hotel. Approximate time is about 60 minutes. By TAX: The approximate time from the Airport to the Hotel is 40 minutes. According to the Greek

7 Legislation, taxi drivers should provide, upon request, a receipt for the amount paid for transpor- tation services. The receipt should also indicate the taxi’s registration number and the driver’s full name. Address: 10, Amalias ave., Athens, Website: www.amaliahotelathens.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 133.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 145.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 8min by subway

8 4 **** GOLDEN AGE

The hotel is located in one of the safest areas of Athens, near the Music Hall and the USA Embassy, with lots of coffee shops and restaurants in the area. The Parthe- non and the Athens central shopping centre as well as the main square of Athens (Constitution Square) are a ½ hour’s walking distance away. You can also use the public bus (5 minutes walking distance at Mavilli Square) or the Metro (2 minutes walking distance to Megaro Moussikis stop). Alternatively you can enjoy a nice stroll on one of the most well kept avenues of Athens, Vasilissis Sophias, where some of the most important buildings, monuments and Museums of Athens are located.

Directions The Golden Age Hotel is a 40 minutes taxi ride from the El.Venizelos airport and costs around € 45. By car, follow the Attiki Highway to Elefsina and take exit 10 (Mara- thonos-Mesogeion) which turns to Michalakopoulou street.The Golden Age Hotel is situated two kms down the road on the right hand side. The X95 Express bus from the airport to Mavilli bus station or the Metro to Megaro Moussikis station are alternative means of reaching the Golden Age Hotel. The Metro sta- tion is a two minute walk from the Hotel.

Address: Golden Age Hotel of Athens, 57 Mihalakopoulou str., Athens , Website: www.goldenage.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 99.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 109.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min on foot

9 4 **** HERODION HOTEL

The Herodion Hotel is a superior, first class hotel with an elegant contemporary look, contrasting to the ancient and historic environment. Recently renovated, the hotel features 90 rooms, fully air- conditioned, each with private bath-shower facilities, etc. Just a few steps from the Acropolis and Plaka, adjacent to the new Acropolis museum, it is situated at the very heart of Athens historic center. The area around the hotel is one of the most peaceful and quiet spots in the city and yet it is situated just a 15-minute walk from the central square of Syn- tagma and the Greek Parliament.

Directions . The metro stop ACROPOLIS is located few min walk from the Herodion Hotel.

Address: Herodion Hotel Athens, 4 Rovertou str., Athens Website: www.herodion.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 135.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 150.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 13min to subway

10 4 ***** AREOS HOTEL

AREOS Hotel opened its doors in summer 2008, ready to accommodate travelers from all over the world who seek design and quality standards in their accom- modation, as well as high quality service. Our group’s common effort represents the meaning of real Greek Hospitality. Modern cities’ fast pace of life, leave little room for re- laxation, while human bonds are getting harder and harder to keep. Small city hotels like Areos Hotel, can- not offer the natural beauty of other destinations. This is why we concentrate on our internal envi- ronment to be as pleasant as possible, and we take care of our customers not simply as customers but as people who we give our hospitality to.

ROUTES (IN OF PEDION AREOS AREA NEXT TO VICTORIA METRO STATION---Bouboulinas str.n.19 next to the National Ar- chaiological Museum ) In fact the hotel was called AREOS its strategic position. Very close to Metro station Square Victoria makes it easy upon arrival of travelers from the Inter- national airport Eleftherios Venizelos as to and from the port of Piraeus. You can visit the National Archaeological Museum by foot. From here (Street Vas Heraklion) you can take the bus (No. 400) entitled “Sites of Athens” “Athens Sightseeing public bus line” and visit key destinations and attrac- tions including the Acropolis, the Plaka, the Museum Benaki, the National Gallery and 16 other destinations. On October 28 (Patision) with a boarding trolley (No. 5, 11, 2, 4) will reach below the Acropolis. From Alexandra Avenue, you can scroll through the northern side of Athens. Next to the Areos Park at Square Egypt is the main bus station serving the most coast of Attica (Nea Makri, Groove, Alepohori, Lavrion, Kalamos, Rafina, Porto Rafti). The Hotel took its final name from the grove of Areos Park. The park was designed to honor the heroes of the revolution of 1821 and was given the name of the god Mars, where according to Greek mythology was the god of war.

11 The recent renovation of the grove offers guests use recreation and sports. The construction of a specially designed area for skateboard, special gravel sidewalk for jogging, cycling network as a simple walk is a few of the uses of the park. The upgrading of the Park Theatre in multi-purpose linking culture and nature. Access for people with disabilities in outdoor and building sites. Mi- noan Labyrinth tires, trees, paths, where visitors will be found among trees shrubs and herbaceous plants.

Address: Areos Hotel, Bouboulinas 19, Athens Website: www.athensareohotel.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 65.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 79.00 / night (double room, breakfast included) € 115.00 / night (suite, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 20min to subway

12 4 ***** ATHENS WAY HOTEL

Athens Way Hotel is a brand - new hotel modernly decorated in the cen- ter of Athens (5 minutes walk from “Panepistimio” metro station). From the hotel you can easily organise sight - seeing tours in Athens as all worth seeing places are nearby. Athens Way is ideal for businessmen who want to move around Athens on mass transport which they can reach easily and quickly. On the roof garden of Athens Way you can have a tasty breakfast in the morning or something to drink in the evening enjoying the view of Athens and Lycabettus.

DIRECTIONS (in area Arachovis 17 and Ippokratous str.—5 minutes walk from Panepistimio metro station) Kolonaki area is the most famous area of Athens with exclusive shopinf area and nice bars and bistots. FROM THE AIRPORT Metro Station: Airport (Line 3), Direction: Egaleo. Metro Station: Syntagma, change from Line 3 to (Direction: Aghios Antonios). Exit: Panepistimio metro station. BY bus direct from the airport number X95 to and from Syntagma metro station the next metro station is Panepistimio station that is 5 minutes walk from Athrens Way Hotel

Address: ATHENS WAY Hotel & Apartments,17 Arachovis & Ippokratous str., Athens Website: www.athenswayhotel.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 70.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 85.00 / night (double room, breakfast included) € 98.00 / night (deluxe room, breakfast included) € 110.00 / night (suite, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 15min to subway

13 3 *** PHILIPPOS HOTEL

Philippos Hotel Athens is located in the heart of Athens attrac- tive old town district. The Philippos Hotel is ideally situated near to the Herodus Atticus ancient theater with its stunning architecture as well as the new museum of the Acropolis which are both within easy reach. Philippos Hotel Athens features 50 spacious guestrooms all of which are clean and comfy with large bathrooms and elegant furnishings. The hotel is very popular with locals as well as in- ternational guests thanks to its great amenities and friendly and professional staff.

Location Hotel Philippos Athens is conveniently located in the city center, right at the foot of the Acropolis, below the Herodion theater and the 'Plaka', the old quarters of the city with all it's old style charm and affordable shopping & dining. The area around Hotel Philip- pos Athens is one of the most peaceful and quiet spots in the city and yet it's situated just about 15 minute walk from the central square of Syntagma and the Parliament building.

Address: Philippos Hotel Athens, 3 Mitseon str., Acropolis, Athens, Website: www.philipposhotel.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 97.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 115.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 15min to subway

14 3 *** CENTRAL ATHENS HOTEL

Central Hotel is centrally located in the heart of the Old City of Plaka and the Acropolis, only 200 m. away from the Con- stitution square, the city's business district. Directions

1. GETTING CENTRAL ATHENS HOTEL- FROM INTERNATIONAL ATHENS AIRPORT El. Venizelos International Airport - Athens is about 30 km from the city center. All means of transportation are located at the Arrival Level, with the exception of the train/metro, whose entrance is at the Departures Level opposite entrances 1 and 2. a. By Taxi The airport is accessible by taxi on a 24-hour basis. Passengers leaving the airport, make use of the taxi queue next to Door 3 of the Arrivals Level. Cost: 35.00 Euro from the airport to Central Athens Hotel. (Morning rates) Cost: 50.00 Euro from the airport to Central Athens Hotel. (Night rates 00:00-05:00) Duration: approx. 30' it depends on the traffic. b. By Metro The Airport is accessible via Metro Blue Line 3. Metro Blue line 3: "Athens International Airport - " The journey time from Athens International Airport to Syntagma is 30 minutes.

Address: Central Hotel Athens, 21 Apollonos str., Plaka, Athens, Website: www. centralhotel.gr

15 RATES STARTING FROM: € 90.00 / night (regular single room, breakfast included) € 110.00 / night (superior single room, breakfast included) € 105.00 / night (double room, breakfast included) € 130.00 / night (superior double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min by subway

16 3 *** ACHILLEAS HOTEL

Achilleas Hotel is a cozy boutique hotel in Athens, just few min- utes from Syntagma Square, Plaka, Thision and the Acropolis. Syntagma Square is considered the heart of downtown Athens. This 3 star family friendly hotel is located in a small, quiet street, yet right next to a major shopping area, fancy restaurants and bars, archeological sites and all means of transportation. Achil- leas boutique hotel in Athens continuously upgrades its facilities and amenities, in order to provide guests with the high quality services they deserve and expect from a 3 star hotel.

Directions Achilleas Hotel Athens is located in downtown Athens, 3 minutes by foot from Syntagma Square, on 21 Lekka Str. From the airport you can reach the hotel by metro (www. ametro.gr and www.proastiakos.gr), by changing lines in the station D. Plakentias, towards Egaleo, and then get off at Syntagma Station. From there and within 3 minutes you will reach Achilleas Hotel, by taking Karageorgi Servias Street and then turn right on Lekka Street. The hotel is located on your left side. From the airport you can also take a cab. The ride is approximately 50 minutes –depending on traf- fic. You can also take the Express X95 bus (www.oasa.gr), which will take you directly to Syntagma Square, with very few stops in between (ticket costs 3.20€)

Address: Achilleas Hotel, 21 Leka str., Athens, Website: www.achilleashotel.gr

RATES STARTING FROM: € 110.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 130.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min by subway

17 3 *** ARION ATHENS HOTEL

Arion Athens Hotel is a modern, bright new city center hotel, located in the bustling capital of Greece. This remarkably beautiful 3 star hotel is in Psiri, a picturesque neighborhood, enjoy- ing a magnificent view of the Acropolis. Arion Athens Hotel in Psiri, built in 2004 just before the Olympic Games, provides its guests with high quality services and ameni- ties, adequate to a 3 star hotel, while offer- ing an extremely convenient location, near Monastiraki, Plaka, Thiseion, as well as the Syntagma Square. The city center hotel is ideal for couples, families and friends who wish to stay in a quiet, ultra modern establishment, overlooking a nice, little evergreen plaza in Greece. This beautiful 3 star hotel, amongst the most modern city center hotels in Athens, vwill be your favorite hideaway in the capital of Greece, just a breath away from Thiseion, Acropolis, Monastiraki and Syn- tagma Square.

Directions from the airport From the airport you can reach the hotel by metro (www.ametro.gr and www.proastiakos.gr), by changing lines in the station D. Plakentias, towards Egaleo, and then get off at Monastiraki Station. Then you walk to- wards Athinas Street and take a left at Kalamida Street. The hotel is located at the end of Kalamida Street, on Ag. Dimitriou Street.From the airport you can also take a cab (the ride is approximately 50 minutes –depend- ing on traffic).

Address: ARION Athens Hotel, Ag. Dimitriou 18, Psiri , Monastiraki metro station Athens, Website: www.arionhotel.gr

18 RATES STARTING FROM: € 110.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 130.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min by subway

19 3 *** MUSEUM HOTEL ATHENS

Museum Hotel has just finished a total refurbishment costing around over a million Euro, now offering facilities of the highest standard dictated by "Best Western" how- ever keeping to its original atmosphere. Museum Hotel in Athens dates back to 1958, when it was original called the "Whitehouse Hotel".The nearest Metro is just a few minutes walk away. Plaka, Acropolis, Monastiraki, Syn- tagma Square can all be reached on foot or by Metro.

Address: MUSEUM Hotel, 16, Bouboulinas Street , Athens, Website: www.museumhotelathens.com

RATES STARTING FROM: € 68.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 78.00 / night (double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min by subway

20 3 *** ACROPOLIS MUSEUM BOUTIQUE HOTEL

Acropolis Museum Boutique hotel combines high quality service with a location in one of the finest parts of Athens. This very special hotel is housed in a classical building that recently has undergone a complete renovation (2007) and has 22 charming rooms divided over the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floors. It is located just a few steps from the Acropolis and Plaka, and adjacent to the new Acropolis museum. The total renova- tions combine all amenities and comforts that the modern sophisticated traveler has come to expect while maintaining its authentic style and character. Coco - Mat mattresses are made of natural materials such as sea grass, horse hair and coconut. Directions Just a few steps from the Acropolis and Plaka, adjacent to the new Acropolis museum, it is situated at the very heart of Athens historic center. The Acropolis Museum Hotel is at the foot of the Acropolis hill, just a few steps away from the Parthenon, the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian Arch and other monuments of Greek Civilization. Yet within a ten min- ute walk you can reach the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the Greek Parliament, Athens Stock market and Athens exclusive shopping areas of Ermou and Kolonaki. Warm hospitality and attentive service offered by our 21 rooms will make your business or leisure stay in Athens an extremely pleasant one. In regards to transportaion (Airport - Hotel), you can choose one of the following options: Catch the Metro from the airport (Egaleo Line) and change lines (Agios Dimitrios Line) at Syntagma Station. Hop off at Sygrou Fix Station (our hotel is just 200mt up). Times of Metro are as follows: Egaleo Line (from Airport) 05:30am - 00:00am & Agios Dimitrios Line 05:30am - 00:00am. Trains run every 3 minutes at peak periods and 5 to 10 minutes off peak periods. Tickets are 8 EUR

21 Bus from the airport you can catch (X95) were you will need to hop off at Syntagma Square and catch either the Metro (train) to Sygrou Fix or a taxi to our hotel (just a 3-5 min drive) . Tickets are 5 EUR - Buses operate 24hours - Every 10-15 minutes peak periods & 20-30minutes off peak periods. Taxi transfer from the airport to hotel (organised by our hotel). Rates vary between day 60 euro(6:00am - 12:00am) and night 70 euro (12:00am - 6:00am) tariffs.

Address: Acropolis Museum Boutique Hotel, 48 Sygrou Avenue Athens, Website: www.acropolismuseumhotel.com

RATES STARTING FROM: € 92.00 / night (single room, breakfast included) € 115.00 / night (double room, breakfast included) € 135.00 / night (superior double room, breakfast included)

Distance to conference venue: 10min by subway

22 Contact Address: 71 Sorou str., GR 151 25 Maroussi, Tel.: +30 210 61 00 661, Fax: +30 210 61 00 666