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What are the best public pools or hotel pools in Athens?

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I love the beach, but when I'm in the city I like to cool off at a nice rooftop pool. Any tips for good pools that are open to the public? I don't usually stay in hotels fancy enough for a pool LOL
 
Most people don't think of pools when going to Greece since the beaches are so amazing, but here are a few good resources that talk about some of the best public pools in the Athens area:

www.thisisathens.org

Beaches and Pools that are Easy to Reach

Athens is one of the few cities in Europe where you can swim all year round. From sandy urban beaches and Greek island-style resorts to rooftop pools, these are our top tips for keeping cool in the city.
www.thisisathens.org www.thisisathens.org

www.athensinsider.com

Best Pools in Athens | Athens Insider

As much as we all love hitting the beach, when there’s five months of “summer” to get through (cue the violin!) – sometimes, you’re just more in the mood for a pool. Take the plunge at one of the city’s wonderful summer leisure complexes, or make use of the open-door policy at many leading...
www.athensinsider.com www.athensinsider.com

Hostelbay.com

www.hostelbay.com www.hostelbay.com

Hope this helps!!
 
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Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso is home to Divani Athens and Thalasso Centre. The vast 3.500m2 Spa and Thalassotherapy centre is the only facility offering Thalassotherapy in the Athens region and has been awarded as Greece’s Leading Spa Resort. Located on a privileged setting next to the sea, the centre offers revitalizing Thalassotherapy programs and a selection of beauty and fitness treatments
 
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Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso is home to Divani Athens and Thalasso Centre. The vast 3.500m2 Spa and Thalassotherapy centre is the only facility offering Thalassotherapy in the Athens region and has been awarded as Greece’s Leading Spa Resort. Located on a privileged setting next to the sea, the centre offers revitalizing Thalassotherapy programs and a selection of beauty and fitness treatments
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Thanks for the advice!!
 
I don't think I have ever been in a pool in Greece! I usually just find a reason to hit the beach and take a dip in the sea. :) I will say that I stayed at the Divani Apollon Palace once and the pool did look really nice, even though I never went into it.
 
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