1 bedroom apartment 25 m² Municipality of Athens, Greece

Real estate investments in Athens: boutique hotel Socio Central and Golden Visa program for obtaining a residence permit

Want to invest in a liquid facility in the center of Athens and get a residence permit in Greece?

The project of the 5-star hotel Socio Central on Praxitelous Street is a combination of a premium segment, a reliable international operator and clear conditions for the investor.

The project is implemented in partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and participates in the state program “Historical Project Restoration”: the building is reconstructed with preservation of architectural value, and the interiors will be performed in the high-end segment.

Conditions of participation and obtaining a residence permit for the Golden Visa program

An investment in Socio Central gives you the right to participate in the Golden Visa program with the following advantages:

• Minimum investment amount – from 250,000 euros
• Residence permit for the whole family
• Free movement in Schengen countries
• No requirement for permanent residence in Greece
• Possibility to apply for citizenship after 7 years

Important: Upon early withdrawal from the project, the Golden Visa status is canceled.

Profitability and financial conditions for the investor

The project offers a clear income model:

• Guaranteed income – 3% per annum for 9 years
• Advance - 67,500 euros paid after transfer of ownership
• In the next 6 years, the expected return is 3-4%
• Distribution of profit - 70% in favor of the investor, 30% - to the operator
• Guaranteed 15-year lease agreement with Wyndham

This structure reduces risks and makes profitability predictable even at the stage of entering operational activities.

Additional Benefits for the Investor

In addition to the profitability and status of the residence permit, investment in the project gives:

• Obtaining a Greek tax number
• Opportunity for the whole family in Greece
• Access to the EU banking system
• Opportunity to do business in the EU

Legal support and procedure for registration

The transaction and application for Golden Visa is accompanied by a partner with an office in Athens. Available:

• Opening a bank account (if necessary);
• Remote submission of documents by proxy.

Restrictions and requirements for investors

The following conditions apply for participation in the project:

• Citizens of the Russian Federation and Belarus can participate only if they have a second citizenship.
• Funds must be transferred from an official bank account
• All documents must be apostilled and translated into Greek.

Object parameters

Socio Central is a boutique hotel with 24 rooms with a full infrastructure. Building characteristics:

• Total area: 1,400 m2
• Interior space: 1,100 m2
• Outer territory - 300 m2
• Floors - 2 floors

The project is in the final stage of construction, the launch of operational activities is scheduled for 2029.

Location: the center of Athens near the main attractions

The hotel is located in a historic urban area with active tourist traffic. Walking access to key points makes the location particularly attractive:

• 450 m Monastiraki Metro Station
• 800 m Syntagma Square
• 350 m - Ermou shopping street
• 500 m Plaka districts and Monastiraki Square
• 1.13 km - Acropolis
• 200 m – Parliament of Greece
• 35 km - Athens International Airport

This location provides a stable flow of guests and a high load of the hotel.

Why we should consider this project in 2026

Socio Central combines several strong factors:

• Premium segment and management of international operator Wyndham
• Location in the center of Athens - in the zone of maximum tourist traffic
• Participation in the state restoration program is an additional guarantee of quality and control of works.
• Transparent financial model with advance payment and long-term lease
• Comprehensive Outcome: Profitability plus Immigration Benefits

If you are looking for an investment in a hotel property with the possibility of obtaining a residence permit and a stable income, the Socio Central project is one of the most balanced options in the Greek market in 2026.