Athens has six hotels offering pool day passes to non-guests, with prices starting at €15 per person. Options range from rooftop pools overlooking the Acropolis to garden retreats in the northern suburbs, plus a swim club on the Athens Riviera.
Rooftop pool day passes in Athens
The city centre has some standout rooftop options. Fresh Hotel sits on Sofokleous Street, and its 9th-floor pool delivers direct Parthenon views from €30 on weekdays. Over in Kolonaki, St. George Lycabettus runs the Vertigo Pool with panoramic city views, though at a higher price point (€70 weekdays). Both operate first-come, first-served on seating, so arrive early.
For something more playful, Mavili Beach at the Airotel Alexandros recreates a Cycladic beach on its rooftop, complete with sand and whitewashed walls. Passes start at €90 for two people including drinks and towels.
Athens Riviera and suburban pools
If you'd rather be near the coast, Ace Hotel & Swim Club in Glyfada brings retro 70s vibes and Saronic Gulf views for €40 on weekdays. It's a popular weekend spot, so book ahead.
Further north in Ekali, Life Gallery offers a quieter setting with glass-walled pools surrounded by pine trees. Weekday passes are €40. For families, Civitel Attik & Esprit in Maroussi is hard to beat, with child rates from €8 and adult passes from €15.
When to visit
Most Athens hotel pools open from May through October. Afternoons get busy at the rooftop spots, so weekday mornings tend to be the quietest. Weekday passes are always cheaper than weekends, sometimes by 30% or more.
If you're exploring Greece, you'll also find pool day passes in Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, and Rhodes.