Anatolia Hospitality, the Northern Greece hotel group of the Chrysochoidis family, is entering the most mature phase of its development. The group is preparing for a strong entry into the Athens tourism market while simultaneously planning to export its new hotel concept outside Greece.
ONOMA Hotel Athens opposite the Temple of Olympian Zeus
By the end of 2026 early 2027, the ONOMA Hotel Athens is expected to debut, a five-star property located in a former office building on 6 Syngrou Street, directly opposite the Temple of Olympian Zeus, in a location of international recognition for the capital.
The building permit is scheduled for early 2026, allowing immediate commencement of the renovation works to convert the property into a five-star hotel. The building has a total area of 2,200 sq.m., was built in 1978, and was leased in mid-2023 for a 15+15-year term.
Investment over 3 million and smart character
Anatolia Hospitality will invest over 3 million to create a 40-room smart hotel, bringing to Athens the successful concept of ONOMA Thessaloniki. The architectural design is handled by Makridis Associates, while all required procedures with the Archaeological Service, due to proximity to monuments, have been completed. Final approval from the Local Monument Council is expected.
The construction timeline is projected at 7-8 months. The company is in the final stage of selecting the contractor, and according to Anatolia CEO Michalis Chrysochoidis, project financing is secured and internal preparations at the property have already been carried out.
ONOMA as a vehicle for international growth
ONOMA is not just a new hotel unit but the Groups main development vehicle for the coming years. The concept combines high-tech infrastructure, modern services, friendliness, and a strong aesthetic identity, which the management describes as flexible and adaptable to both urban environments and resort destinations.
After the launch of ONOMA Athens, Anatolia Hospitality intends to activate its international expansion plans, as it appears more cautious about further development in the domestic market.
Cyprus, the Balkans, and Istanbul on the radar
Expansion abroad will occur gradually, supported by investment capital and private equity funds, through strategic partnerships. Target markets include Cyprus, Balkan countries, and Istanbultouristically developed destinations that have not yet reached saturation.
Group executives note that developed markets require higher capital but also offer increased returns, aligning with Anatolia Hospitalitys growth philosophy.
Steady performance and validation of strategic choices
Anatolia Hospitality currently manages, through separate corporate entities, three owned hotels: Anatolia Hotel Thessaloniki (4 stars), ONOMA Hotel Thessaloniki (5 stars), and Anatolia Hotel Komotini (3 stars).
The Group also owns the inbound travel agency ASIT Travel Thessaloniki. Average hotel occupancy rates range between 70%-80%, confirming the stability of the business model.
Particular mention should be made of ONOMA Thessaloniki, which opened in early 2021, amid the pandemic. The choice of Monastiriou area, next to the New Railway Station and the then-under-construction Metro terminal, proved successful, validating a bold strategic move during a high-risk period.
With the move into Athens and plans for international expansion, Anatolia Hospitality enters a new phase, aiming to transform ONOMA into a recognizable Greek hotel brand with a European outlook.
