Hotels Near Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos), Athens
Sunday 1 November 2026 Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos)Updated Saturday 24 October 2026
The short answer
24 hotels from our mapped pool sit within 8 km of Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos), 24 of them within a 40-minute walk. Closest are Andromeda Suites Apartments (7 min), Best Western Plus Embassy Hotel (7 min), Airotel Alexandros (9 min). Next up at the venue: Panathinaikos FC vs AEK Athens on Sunday 1 November 2026. For that night the cheapest listed room starts around A$102 per night and the median is A$222, +20% against a normal A$185 night. Rates sampled 25 Oct 2026.
Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium, known to everyone as Leoforos, sits in a part of Athens where staying close to the ground is genuinely easy. All 24 hotels listed here are walkable, with the nearest just 0.4 kilometres from the gates and the furthest still only 1.62 kilometres away. Stars range from three to five, so whether you want a simple apartment for a short stay or a higher-end hotel with more comfort, there is a workable option within a short stroll. Fans heading to Panathinaikos vs AEK Athens on 1 November 2026 will find most properties clustered close enough to walk in under twenty minutes, with a handful a little further out for those happy to add a few more minutes on foot. This is a proper derby fixture, and local demand for rooms near the ground tends to build as the date approaches, so the earlier you look, the more choice you will have.
When to book
Panathinaikos play AEK Athens on 1 November 2026, a fixture that draws strong local support. With all 24 hotels near Leoforos within walking distance, book early to secure a room close to Ambelokipi metro or Syntagma Square. Derby nights like this fill up quickly, so lock in your stay and tickets together well ahead of the 21:00 kick-off.
Best areas to stay near Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos)
Areas are the supplier zones our mapped hotels fall into, ordered by distance to the venue. Prices are the median event-night rate for the hotels we list in that area.
Athens
24 hotels · 0.4–1.6 km · 24 walkable
All 24 hotels sit within 1.62 kilometres of Leoforos, ranging from three to five star properties. This compact spread suits fans who want to walk to the ground, from quick seven-minute options near the stadium to slightly further stays that still keep match night simple and walkable.
- Event night
- A$222
- Normal night
- A$185
3–5 star hotels listed
Hotels near Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos), by distance
Event window 31 Oct 2026 → 2 Nov 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adultsPer-night prices are our lowest sampled rate for the event window versus a normal night three weeks out. Walking times assume 4.8 km/h with a 30% detour allowance.
| Hotel | Area | Distance | Stars | Event night | Normal night | Cancellation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Andromeda Suites Apartments Just seven minutes on foot from Leoforos, this apartment suits fans wanting simple self-catering comfort. Apartment | Athens | 7 min walk 0.4 km | 3 | A$158 | A$160 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Best Western Plus Embassy Hotel A four-star hotel only seven minutes from the ground, ideal for straightforward match night convenience. 9.5/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Athens | 7 min walk 0.4 km | 4 | A$286 | A$161 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Airotel Alexandros Nine minutes' walk to Leoforos, a solid four-star base for Panathinaikos match nights. 9.5/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Athens | 9 min walk 0.5 km | 4 | A$221 | A$196 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Athens Zafolia Hotel A twelve-minute walk from the stadium, this four-star hotel suits fans wanting a short stroll. 8.8/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Athens | 12 min walk 0.7 km | 4 | A$245 | A$179 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Olvia Suites Twelve minutes on foot from Leoforos, a straightforward three-star option near the action. | Athens | 12 min walk 0.7 km | 3 | A$154 | A$133 | See rates | View rates |
 Airotel Stratos Vassilikos A thirteen-minute walk to the ground, this four-star hotel offers easy access on match night. 9.1/10 guest score · 3 reviews | Athens | 13 min walk 0.8 km | 4 | A$266 | A$197 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Elvita Apartments Fourteen minutes from the stadium, these apartments suit groups wanting extra space to settle in. Apartment | Athens | 14 min walk 0.8 km | 3 | A$149 | A$146 | See rates | View rates |
 Holiday Suites An eighteen-minute walk to Leoforos, this apart-hotel suits longer stays with room to spread out. Apart-hotel | Athens | 18 min walk 1.1 km | 4 | A$203 | A$184 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Hestia Dimitressa 4 Nineteen minutes on foot from the ground, a four-star apartment for travellers who like their own space. Apartment | Athens | 19 min walk 1.1 km | 4 | A$223 | A$187 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Elizabeth Boutique A nineteen-minute walk from Leoforos, this boutique stay suits travellers after character over distance. Boutique_and_Design | Athens | 19 min walk 1.1 km | 3 | A$135 | A$135 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 The Modernist Athens Twenty minutes on foot from the stadium, a four-star hotel for those happy to walk a little further. | Athens | 20 min walk 1.2 km | 4 | A$321 | A$353 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 ELVITA APARTMENTS 2 A twenty-minute walk to Leoforos, these four-star apartments suit families or longer stays. Apartment | Athens | 20 min walk 1.2 km | 4 | A$140 | A$137 | See rates | View rates |
 Conrad Athens The Ilisian Twenty minutes from the ground, this five-star hotel suits travellers wanting a higher standard of stay. | Athens | 20 min walk 1.2 km | 5 | A$711 | A$693 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Athens Platinum Rooms And Suites A twenty-one minute walk from Leoforos, this four-star apart-hotel suits those wanting extra space to relax. Apart-hotel | Athens | 21 min walk 1.3 km | 4 | A$184 | A$189 | See rates | View rates |
| Athens | 22 min walk 1.3 km | 4 | A$270 | A$229 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Coco-Mat Hotel Athens 9.6/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Athens | 22 min walk 1.4 km | 4 | A$340 | A$328 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
 Project 3 Urban Chic Hotel 10.0/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Athens | 24 min walk 1.4 km | 4 | A$262 | A$313 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Athens | 25 min walk 1.5 km | 4 | A$136 | A$114 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Athens Panorama Project 8.8/10 guest score · 2 reviews | Athens | 25 min walk 1.5 km | 4 | A$102 | A$103 | See rates | View rates |
 Elia Kolonaki Luxury Apartments Apartment | Athens | 25 min walk 1.5 km | 3 | A$185 | A$125 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
| Athens | 26 min walk 1.6 km | 4 | A$306 | A$315 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
| Athens | 26 min walk 1.6 km | 5 | A$281 | A$241 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
| Athens | 27 min walk 1.6 km | 4 | A$248 | A$227 | Free cancellation available | View rates | |
 Hestia - Alexandras 38 8.3/10 guest score · 1 reviews | Athens | 27 min walk 1.6 km | 3 | A$163 | A$149 | Free cancellation available | View rates |
Map: Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos) and the listed hotels
Getting to Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos)
The easiest way to reach Leoforos is Ambelokipi metro station on Line 3, about five minutes' walk from the stadium. The same line runs directly from Athens International Airport through to the centre, passing Monastiraki and Syntagma before Ambelokipi, so there is no need to change trains from the airport. Ambelokipi also hosts a bus and trolleybus interchange on Alexandras Avenue, giving extra surface options. From Syntagma Square, it is roughly a half hour walk or about three stops by metro. Panormou station, also on Line 3, offers a second option around fifteen to seventeen minutes on foot, useful if Ambelokipi gets busy after the match. Parking near the ground is very limited, so public transport or a taxi is the practical choice on event nights.
Nearest metro station is Ambelokipi on Line 3
Ambelokipi metro station sits about five minutes walk from the stadium and is the easiest way to reach Leoforos on a big match night. The station is served by Metro Line 3, the blue line that runs through central Athens.
Source: footballtripper.com, akfc66.gr
Line 3 links the airport directly to the stadium area
Metro Line 3 runs from Athens International Airport through to the city centre and calls at Ambelokipi, making it a single line journey from the airport to the stadium without changing trains. The same line also serves Monastiraki and Syntagma for onward connections into the historic centre.
Ambelokipi is also a major bus and trolleybus hub
A combined bus and trolleybus interchange sits beside Ambelokipi metro station, with numerous city bus and trolleybus routes starting, ending or passing through on Alexandras Avenue. This gives spectators several surface transport options in addition to the metro for reaching the stadium.
Source: en.wikipedia.org, www.vividseats.com
On site car parking is very limited
Parking around the ground is described as very limited, so visitors are advised to use public transport or a rideshare rather than drive. Both the metro and taxis or ride hailing services are recommended as the practical way to arrive on event nights.
Source: www.vividseats.com, awayfantravel.com
Stadium is within walking range of Syntagma Square
A walk from Syntagma Square in the city centre to the stadium takes roughly half an hour on foot. By metro the same journey from the centre is only about three stops, making it a quick alternative to walking.
Panormou station offers a second metro option
Panormou station, also on Line 3, lies a little further from the ground but is still within walking distance and can be used as an overflow option when Ambelokipi gets crowded after the final whistle. Journey planners list it as roughly a fifteen to seventeen minute walk from the stadium.
Source: www.vividseats.com, trek.zone
Athens International Airport is the nearest airport
Athens International Airport, located to the east of the city, is the nearest airport for spectators flying in, and it offers metro, suburban rail and bus links into the centre near the stadium. It sits well outside the city, so onward travel by metro is the usual route to Leoforos.
What hotels cost on the event night
Based on 24 hotels within 8 km that returned a rate for 31 Oct 2026 → 2 Nov 2026 (2 adults) compared with the same hotels three weeks from today. The lowest event-night rate we found was A$102 per night. Sampled 25 Oct 2026; live rates at checkout may differ.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are within walking distance of Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos)?
24 of the 24 hotels we list are within a 40-minute walk. The closest are Andromeda Suites Apartments (7 min, 0.4 km), Best Western Plus Embassy Hotel (7 min, 0.4 km), Airotel Alexandros (9 min, 0.5 km).
How much do hotels near Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos) cost on the event night?
Across 24 hotels within 8 km, the median rate for 31 Oct 2026 is A$222 per night for two adults, compared with A$185 on a normal night (+20%). The lowest listed rate is A$102 at Athens Panorama Project.
When is Panathinaikos FC vs AEK Athens at Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos)?
Panathinaikos FC vs AEK Athens is scheduled for Sunday 1 November 2026 at 21:00 local time (Super League Greece). Tickets start from EUR 112. Suggested hotel dates are the night before and the night of the event (31 Oct 2026 → 2 Nov 2026).
Which area is best to stay in for Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos)?
Stay as close as your budget allows: 24 listed hotels are walkable, which removes the post-event transport crush. Hotels further into Athens are usually cheaper on the event night and still a short ride away. The areas section above lists each zone with its distance band and median event-night price.
Can I book a hotel near Apostolos Nikolaidis Stadium (Leoforos) with free cancellation?
19 of the 24 listed hotels returned at least one free-cancellation rate for the event window. Refundable rates are usually a little higher than the lead rate; the hotel page shows both.
Can I book hotel and event tickets together?
Yes. Event Escapes sells tickets and hotels for Athens events, and packages combine the two with pay-weekly instalments where available.
Keep planning
Hotel distances are straight-line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Event-night and normal-night prices are the lowest rates our systems sampled for two adults on the dates shown and include our service fee; live availability and prices at checkout may differ. Event details come from the ticketing feed.