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Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

3, Arafinidon Alon, Athens, 19009, Greece

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Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

Hotel Avra by Smile Hotels is a 4-star escape in Rafína, Greece. Located just 0.2mi from the city center, this beachfront property sits at 3, Arafinidon Alon, inviting sunrise strolls along the shore. Price starts from $82, offering a stylish base for travelers seeking comfort and a touch of Mediterranean charm.

With 5,488 reviews, guests often praise the convenient location and warm hospitality. On-site perks include free parking, free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a free shuttle service, plus a restaurant, a bar, a sun deck, and a terrace for easy, breezy days by the sea.

Guest comfort is boosted by soundproof rooms, air conditioning, and elevator access, along with non-smoking rooms and wheelchair accessibility. Family-friendly options include a kid-friendly buffet and kids’ meals (extra charges), while business travelers can take advantage of a free business center and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges).

Take a moment to sip the sea breeze and then dive into the flavors of Εστιατόριο #1, where Greek and Mediterranean cuisines shine. The on-site dining spot pairs nicely with a bar, while a sun deck and a terrace invite easy, breezy days by the shore.

This beachfront haven sits a short 0.2mi from Rafína’s city center, making it a snap to explore the town and then retreat to the waves. Free perks keep the stay relaxed: free parking, free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a free shuttle service, plus the restaurant, a bar, a sun deck, and a terrace for effortless beach days. With 5,488 reviews praising the convenient location and warm hospitality, the vibe is consistently welcoming.

For payments, cash isn’t accepted, but a wide range of cards is welcomed: American Express, Discover, Visa, JCB, Diners Club, Mastercard, Maestro, UnionPay debit, and UnionPay. Room options include Sea View and City View choices, along with several configurations such as Single, Triple, Quadruple, and Connecting rooms, offering flexible layouts for different travel needs.

Closest airports

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

6.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Free Airport Shuttle

Beach

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Garden

Balcony

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Rooms

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Connecting, 4 Twin Beds, Partial Sea View

4 Twin Beds

235 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

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Connected Quadruple Side Sea View (4 Twin Beds) is 237 square feet and includes 4 single beds 80-130 width plus balcony.

Quadruple Room with Side Sea View in Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

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Room - 2 Single, Side Sea View

2 Twin Beds

2 Sofa Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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This air-conditioned room opens to a balcony with side sea views, and includes free WiFi and a flat-screen, satellite TV. Please note that this room type consists of 2 single beds and 2 rollaway bed.

Twin Room in Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

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Featuring earthy tones, this air-conditioned room opens to a balcony with sea or town views. It offers free WiFi and a flat-screen, satellite TV.

Twin Room in Avra Hotel

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

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Featuring earthy tones, this air-conditioned room opens to a balcony with sea or town views. It offers free WiFi and a flat-screen, satellite TV.

Interconnecting Quadruple Room in Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

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Interconnecting, 4 Twin Beds

4 Twin Beds

410 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Consisting of 2 interconnecting rooms, this unit includes: - 2 flat-screen TVs - a mini fridge - a furnished balcony with side sea views - 2 bathrooms with a shower. This room type cannot accommodate an extra bed.

Superior Triple Room with Side Sea View (3 Adults) in Avra Hotel

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Superior, Triple, Partial Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 Sofa Bed

270 sqft

Ocean view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Minibar

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Superior Triple Side Sea View (2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed) is 301 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus a sofa bed plus balcony.

Double Room with Sea View in Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

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Room With Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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x3

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Sea View

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Room - 2 Twin, City View

2 Twin Beds

235 sqft

Balcony

Minibar

x6

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x3

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Twin City View (2 Twin Beds) is 237 square feet and includes balcony.

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Superior, 1 Twin Bed, Partial Sea View, Sofa

1 Twin Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Balcony

Minibar

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Double Room with Sea View in Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

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Double/Twin Room, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Triple Room

270 sqft

Spa tub

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

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x4

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Triple Room is 269 square feet and includes 3 single beds 80-130 width plus balcony and cable tv and has a Disability-friendly bathroom.

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Room With Partial Sea View

4 Twin Beds

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x6

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Room Side Sea View

Guest reviews

8.5

5,488 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Loretta

9.1

October 2024

The staff was welcoming and offered us a bagged breakfast due to our early departure. The restaraunt was exception service and food! The room was exactly as advertised and provided good amenities for our short stay.

The Shuttle never showed and we didn't get a response from the Hotel. Due to the Ferrie strike we had to grab a very expensive flight from Mykenose to Athens last minute. We had a confirmed 19:30 pick-up at the Athens airport and shuttle never showed. We tried to call but the line would not connect. We emailed and never received a response. We had to hire a taxi and the staff never apologized or offered reimbursement for the additional cost we incurred.

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George

10

October 2024

Hotel beautiful, new & clean. Views excellent. Bar staff very friendly, particularly the young man that served us. Was extremely friendly, polite & informative. 11/10 to him. Room was great, key lockable safe great. Shuttle good, driver friendly. Food was great. Etc Etc... We will come again.

Shuttle bus colors differ. One is new & black, the others white & with teal green text. A bit confusing. We only saw the name on the black bus as he was leaving. Would be good for your Hotel to put both photos of both buses on your website. Also would be good if your driver did a quick walk up & down with an AVRA HOTEL sign. This would be good for advertising your Hotel. 2. Would be easier & less stressful for tourists trying to find the Shuttle Bus.

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Jennifer

9.1

May 2024

The staff, location, room (with sea view and balcony), good variety of dining choices close by, complementary airport shuttle (not used but will next time) and the variety of quality food for the buffet breakfast.

An international junior sports club were staying. They boys were loud and hanging off their balconies shouting and swearing at people outside and roaming around the foyer in large groups...it was unpleasant and went on for hours. The staff were informed and were apologetic but the poor behaviour did not stop. At breakfast the boys devoured trays of breakfast food like locusts. The staff arranged to bring some food items to my room which I had patiently waited for over 30 minutes. The reception staff said they would not rebook another junior sports club in the future. With this in mind I will stay again next year.

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Claire

10

April 2024

Fantastic location in the centre of town, close to the port and local amenities. Paying for a sea view is definitely worth it, as was the 40 Euros to keep the room until leaving at 16.30. Good choice for breakfast, staff very polite and friendly. Free shuttle to/from the airport is a great complimentary service.

Only two coffee capsules in room and when asked for a couple more, was told only two were complimentary and coffee could be purchased from the coffee shop. Not ideal when wanting a couple of drinks on the balcony before showering and dressing to go to breakfast.

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Dana

8.2

April 2024

It was close to the airport and the room had a view over the ocean. It was clean with a nice bathroom and toiletries. They allowed late check out and the free shuttle to airport was very convenient.

The wifi was very poor for the price of the rooms- it kept going in and out. The shuttle from the airport and back was delayed both times, so something to keep in mind when planning your timing.

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Adept

9.1

April 2024

Great location, modern hotel.

At first my son's room was allocated a room on a different floor. Only after there was a problem in his room was he moved to our floor. Would have liked to have an electric kettle in the room (for making tea / coffee). No English speaking TV channels (CNN / BBC).

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Andrew

9.1

April 2025

Located close to the ferry terminal. Free shuttle bus to/from the airport. Staff were all very polite and helpful. Breakfast selection was vary varied and plentiful. Great sitting area overlooking the water for relaxing with a drink. The in-house restaurant food quality was excellent. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Great view of the water and ferry activity.

In the larger 3-bed room where we stayed, the wheelchair friendly shower tended to flood half of the floor, and we kept bumping the extended tap handle. The workaround was to create a temporary bund with a rolled up sacrificial towel. Also, there was no tea-making facility.

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Bruns

9.1

October 2024

Free airport shuttle to and from Right at Ferry port Great bar servers

We arrived and told them what time we were getting at the airport for the shuttle. We were out there 20 minutes before our scheduled pickup time. No one showed up at 1:30, with no sign for the hotel. Another couple on the same flight was waiting. We both called the front desk and she told us we missed the shuttle and have to wait another hour for the next one. I think that's poor customer service, and there's no way we missed them being 20 minutes early outside. Just thought it's rude they didn't come get us immediately. We waited in the heat just to make sure we got the next shuttle.

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Island

10

April 2025

As so many have commented - super. If you don’t mind posting up in Rafina (nothing wrong with it - restaurants and tavernas near by, but I’d never miss the ancient city center for it) it does the job. ESPECIALLY if you are leaving out of that port which I’d highly recommend since it is small, straight forward and within walking distance of the hotel. Much easier to navigate than Piraeus. You can see the ferries come and go depending on which way your room faces. There is a mini market next door to the right and a restaurant that stays open until at least midnight right next to it if arriving late (as of mid April so not even high season but still open until then. There is also a Lidle supermarket a few blocks to the left. We usually enjoy the ancient city center on the way out even if for a night or two but this was great as my husband left early and I was waiting for my sister. With all the back and forth to the airport and free shuttle it worked out very well. I was actually able to take a ferry to Andros - there and back in a day since the port was right there and it was a great way to fill me time, the schedule was perfect for a day trip. Left at 7:30 and returned at 4pm. WONDERFUL BED. Didn’t want to get out of it. From what I could tell each room has a balcony which is also great.

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Dennis

9.1

May 2025

It was my last two days of my Greek and Turkish vacation. I stayed in Rafina to relax before flying home. The hotel was perfect for me. The front desk staff was very helpful and nice. It was great to have a restaurant/bar on site.

It was getting late when my plane landed so I took a taxi to the hotel and was ripped off by the taxi driver. That has nothing to do with the hotel other than I took the hotel shuttle back to the airport after I checked out and I was very pleased with the driver. So, it is worth it to reserve your ride on the shuttle to avoid high taxi prices and frustration with a taxi driver. The hotel shuttle was great!

Points of Interest Around Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

Airports

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

6.8mi

Restaurants

Εστιατόριο #1

Cuisines

  • Greek
  • Mediterranean

Amenities of Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Free Airport Shuttle

Beach

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Garden

Balcony

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Stay rules - Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

At what times are check-in and check-out at Hotel Avra by Smile hotels?

If you're staying at Hotel Avra by Smile hotels, the entry is set at 02:00 PM and exit is by 11:00 AM.

Can guests park for free at Hotel Avra by Smile hotels?

Yes, there is free public parking available on site at Avra Hotel. No reservation is required.

What's the nightly rate at Hotel Avra by Smile hotels?

The base price for Hotel Avra by Smile hotels starts at $82. Do note, the cost might change depending on room preferences and dates. To see the actual prices, input your desired dates.

What types of rooms does Hotel Avra by Smile hotels offer?

The Avra Hotel offers a variety of room types including Quadruple, Double, Twin, and Triple rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms range in size from 215 sqft to 409 sqft. The occupancy of the rooms varies, accommodating anywhere from 2 to 4 adults and 0 to 3 children. The bed options include Twin beds, Double beds, and Sofa beds. Some rooms also offer a side sea view.

Where can guests find entertainment in Hotel Avra by Smile hotels?

Guests at Avra Hotel can spend their time enjoying the various leisure amenities provided. They can relax and unwind at the beachfront or take a stroll on the beach. For those looking to indulge in a refreshing drink, the hotel's bar is a great option. Fitness enthusiasts can make use of the fitness center to stay active during their stay. The sun deck offers a perfect spot to soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful views. Additionally, for guests who need to attend to business matters, there is a business center available on-site.

When it comes to dining options, Avra Hotel has a restaurant called Εστιατόριο #1, where guests can savor delicious meals conveniently without leaving the premises. With these leisure amenities and the on-site restaurant, guests can make the most of their time at the hotel.

Does Hotel Avra by Smile hotels have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the Avra Hotel has a restaurant on site named Εστιατόριο #1.

Can I use my credit card at Hotel Avra by Smile hotels?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Avra Hotel. They accept Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Visa, Maestro, UnionPay debit card, and UnionPay. However, cash payment is not accepted.