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Hostel · Athens · Attica

Paloma

A 50-room hostel in Athens, a 5-minute walk from Snow White, with Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk.

  • 5-minute walk to Snow White
  • Wi-Fi throughout
  • 24-hour reception and security
7.3 Very good 284 reviews Booking.com 7.3 · 284 reviews

About

Paloma

Paloma operates as a 50-room hostel in the heart of Athens, within a five-minute walk of Snow White. The property offers the basics done well: Wi-Fi throughout, a 24-hour reception, and a shared kitchen for guests who prefer to cook their own meals.

Rooms range from mixed and female-only dormitories to private family rooms and twins, many with city views and balconies. The hostel also has a terrace, garden area, and a leisure/TV room, plus practical touches like luggage storage, lockers, and laundry facilities.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location — A short walk to Snow White, making it easy to reach the main sights.
  • Round-the-clock front desk — Check-in is available until 23:59, and the reception runs 24 hours, so late arrivals are covered.
  • Shared kitchen and common areas — A shared kitchen, terrace, garden, and TV room give social spaces to relax.
  • Good staff ratings — Staff score a solid 8.2, indicating a welcoming team.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Mixed comfort scores — Comfort rates at 6.8 and room category at 7.3, suggesting basic accommodations.
  • No pets allowed — If you're travelling with an animal, this isn't the place.
  • Check-out is early — Check-out is at 11:00, which may feel tight for a leisurely morning.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Family Room

  • 1 Single bed,2 King Size Beds

6 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

Family Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

Kitchen & Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines

Comfort & Leisure

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/TV room
  • Board games

Services

  • Laundry
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Safety & Security

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.3
Very good 284 reviews

Guest-rated 7.3/10 from 284 reviews

Booking.com · 7.3 · 284 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Athens

The property sits in Athens.

Getting around: The hostel is a 5-minute walk from Snow White. Use this as your starting point for exploring Athens.

Viktor Hugo 16, Athens, Attica, 10438, Greece

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 12:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
162 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is available on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at Paloma.

Is there air conditioning in the rooms?

Yes, most rooms include air conditioning, along with heating.

Does the hostel have a kitchen?

Yes, there is a shared kitchen available for guest use.

Is there a 24-hour reception?

Yes, the reception is open 24 hours, and there is also 24-hour security.

The bottom line

Paloma works well for budget travellers who want a central, straightforward base in Athens. It's not a luxury stay, but the location and practical amenities deliver good value.

7.3Our take: solid for its price, not for those seeking comfort.

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