Luxury Hotel · Greece
Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel, Athens
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At a glance
A legendary beachfront resort on the Athens Riviera, with three distinct settings, seven restaurants, a Hippocrates-inspired spa, and some of the most spacious suites in Greece.
Thirty minutes south of Athens on the glamorous Riviera coastline, the Four Seasons Astir Palace occupies a pine-covered peninsula with direct access to the Aegean Sea.
The resort is divided into three areas: Arion, with its retro-modernist architecture and adults-only spa pool; Nafsika, the social heart of the property with sea-view rooms, private pools, and a lively waterfront; and The Bungalows, which date to 1961 and retain the secluded glamour of the golden age of the Athens Riviera.
Across all three, the level of space and finish is exceptional, with rooms starting at 40m² and specialty suites reaching 450m².
Highlights
- Three distinct settings across the resort: laid-back Arion, sea-facing Nafsika with private pool suites, and the secluded Bungalows dating to 1961
- Rooms and suites from 40m² to 450m², all facing the Aegean Sea, pine-draped gardens, or the Astir Marina, with private pools available across multiple categories
- Seven on-site restaurants including Greek seafood at Pelagos, Italian trattoria Mercato, and poolside grill Helios, alongside a Hippocrates-inspired spa and beachfront fitness centre
Accommodation
Sea View Room
These rooms offer stunning views of the Saronic Gulf, creating a serene and luxurious atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a blend of comfort and elegance.
Sea View Terrace Suite
With spacious terraces overlooking the sea, these suites are a haven of luxury and tranquility. The blend of indoor and outdoor space makes them ideal for a lavish stay.
Riviera Suite
The Riviera Suites are a testament to understated elegance. With a focus on privacy and comfort, these suites are tailored for an intimate and luxurious experience.
Royal Suite
The epitome of luxury, the Royal Suites offer unparalleled opulence and exclusivity. These suites are a symbol of prestige, offering the best in terms of space, service, and amenities.
Further information
Dining
Ten restaurants and bars cover an exceptional range. Pelagos holds a Michelin star for its Mediterranean seafood and seasonal Greek produce. Mercato offers Italian trattoria dining on a sea-view terrace, while Taverna 37 serves traditional Greek meze and grills on the beach. Helios brings a Latin American sharing menu to the waterfront, Matsuhisa Athens delivers Nobu-style Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, and Avra handles cocktails and live DJs with Aegean views. Private dining under the stars and 24-hour in-room dining are also available.
Experiences
The concierge programme is one of the most comprehensive in Greece. Private yacht tours reach Hydra, Aegina, and Spetses, with bespoke sailing charters also available. Guided tours cover the Acropolis, ancient Athens, Delphi, and Mycenae, while helicopter excursions include a private flight over Meteora. On site, watersports run from jet ski to sea kayak, and there are tennis courts, a padel court, Pilates reformer classes, and a full fitness programme. Helicopter transfers from the resort can be arranged directly.
Greece
Greece sits at the southeastern tip of Europe, on the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts. The country covers a small mainland and around 6,000 islands, 200 of which are inhabited. The main island groups are the Cyclades (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, and Naxos), the Ionian (Corfu, Kefalonia, and Zakynthos), and the Dodecanese (Rhodes, Symi), and Crete, which is large enough to be a destination on its own.
Our Experts
Greece is one of our clients' most popular destinations. The combination of history in Athens and beach life in the islands is a brilliant combination.
Island hopping in Greece is one of my favorite travel experiences. The cobbled streets of Mykonos and the bright blue domes of Santorini are picture perfect.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specializing in tailor-made vacations and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury vacations, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalized experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with traveling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveler, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalized service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ vacations?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalized itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travelers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
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