TIME has named La Divina, a property of our Greek-born hospitality subsidiary Aria Hotels, among the World’s Greatest Places of 2025.
Nestled in the heart of Athens on pedestrian Adrianou Street, a sought-after thoroughfare in Thissio, the legacy of opera singer Maria Callas lives on through La Divina, a boutique hotel that pays tribute to the legendary soprano.
Just a 10-minute walk away, the newly opened Maria Callas Museum—the first museum ever dedicated to her—offers a deeper look into her extraordinary life.
TIME captures the hotel’s unique charm, writing: “Set in a restored 19th-century building that once housed the Odeon Athenaeum music hall, which honored the legendary singer, the 12-suite La Divina (as Callas was famously nicknamed) blends contemporary design with neoclassical heritage.”
Its stone walls and clear views of the Acropolis and the Ancient Agora summon images of mythological bravura. Beyond its doorstep, the Plaka neighborhood takes guests down winding streets full of lively Greek tavernas and hip boutiques, TIME adds.
Aria Hotels’ philosophy and properties around Greece
Aria Hotels, which has a growing presence across Greece and a recent expansion into Colombia. It underscores the importance of preserving historic landmarks and crafting immersive experiences that connect travelers to the rich stories behind each destination.
The Aria Hotels philosophy is founded on three principles: respect for the environment, an appreciation of culture, and a passion for discovery. Each hotel has been selected for its architectural merit and its contribution to the preservation of local heritage. Outstanding quality in service and accommodation are the core of the Aria Hotels experience.
Their expanded portfolio includes properties in various island and mainland destinations, offering unparalleled hospitality experiences that successfully meet the needs of the traveler. Aria Hotels’ portfolio includes hotels in Athens, Crete, Cyclades, Sporades, Epirus, Evia, Peloponnese, Dodecanese and Ionian Islands.
All sites have been selected for their architectural value and their contribution to the preservation of local heritage. High-quality service is at the core of the experience.
In 2023 Aria Hotels has won numerous awards including the Gold Award for Greek Hotel of the Year for Aria Estate Suites & Spa, and the Bronze Award for Most Scenic Location at Hotel of the Year for The Windmill.
Grace Mykonos won the Bronze Award for the Luxury Hotel of the Year, and Villa Comi won the Silver Award for New Villa of the Year at the Tourism Awards.
Among other properties of the Aria Hotels Villa Pueblo won the Silver Award for Beach Villa of the Year at the Tourism Awards 2023.