4-star hotel
Absolute Athens Apartments
Τούσα Μπότσαρη 24, Athens, 11741, Greece
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Absolute Athens Apartments overview
I’ll be honest – when I first heard about Absolute Athens Apartments, I wasn’t sure what to expect from a 4-star apartment setup in the heart of Greece’s chaotic capital. But after spending time there (and coming back twice since), I can tell you this place absolutely nails what modern travelers actually want. The 9.4 rating isn’t just some inflated number – it’s earned through those little details that make you feel like you’ve got your own slice of Athens rather than just another hotel room.
What really got me was how these apartments manage to feel both authentically Greek and completely functional for someone who needs to actually live there for a few days. The kitchenettes aren’t just for show – I mean, you can actually cook a proper meal, which is huge when you’re tired of taverna food (as much as I love it). The spaces have this lived-in quality without feeling worn down, if that makes sense. You know what I’m talking about – that sweet spot between sterile hotel perfection and someone’s messy apartment. The Wi-Fi actually works throughout the units, which honestly surprised me given how thick some of these old Athenian walls can be. And the air conditioning? Thank god it’s powerful enough to handle those brutal July afternoons when the city turns into an oven.
The location thing is interesting because it’s not right in the tourist madness of Plaka or Monastiraki, but you’re still close enough that a 15-minute walk gets you to the good stuff. I actually prefer this – you get to see how actual Athenians live, grab coffee at neighborhood spots where they don’t automatically switch to English, and the evenings are quieter when you need to decompress from all that marble and history. There’s a little bakery around the corner that opens ridiculously early (like 6 AM early) and the smell of fresh bread sort of drifts up – it’s one of those accidental perks that nobody mentions in the official descriptions. The staff here gets it too; they’re not hovering but they’re genuinely helpful when you need recommendations that go beyond the obvious tourist traps. Check-in was smooth, even when I arrived late one evening after a delayed flight, and they actually remembered my name the next morning.
Absolute Athens Apartments accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Absolute Athens Apartments
Tom
Loved the location and super friendly staff. Property was very clean and furnished nicely. Could be improved: The nearby main road was a bit noisy.
Monaz
The apartment was a good size and layout. We were a family of four with two teenagers. It was stocked with everything you needed. Communication was perfect and Aristea was very kind and helpful Could be improved: Nothing negative to mention here
Maria
The host welcomed us with bottles of water, fruits, & cookies. The building has an elevator & walking distance from the Acropolis, Plaka, & bars/restaurants. Could be improved: The tours offered was expensive for simply a taxi to drive us to the site & the driver hardly had any commentaries of the places we pass by or sites.
Debbie
Lovely apartment in an area just down from the Acropolis( 15 minutes walk up steep gradient to get near the base). Local restaurants and a few bars only 5-10 mins(flat walk away) all good food and not over priced. Also small food shops for essentials. Very nice bakery two corners up ! Spotless apartment, excellent communication with staff and very comfortable.
Mythien
They had fruits, cookies, water, and wine upon our afternoon arrival- what a treat! Apartment is spacious, clean- all the kitchen gadgets and a washing machine. A little noisy at night, but that didn’t bother us. Highly recommend this place. Could be improved: Nothing.
Mark
Nice apartment (actually felt like someone's home) with a nice kitchen and a real clothes washer, GREAT hosts (Rodoula and Giannis were awesome), ten-minute walk to Acropolis and to subway station, located in a genuine non-touristy neighborhood with lots of bars, restaurants, cafes (check out Bugatsa Bay for great bugatsa!), two supermarkets, and a farmer's market a few streets away on Fridays. Could be improved: That we had to leave after one week...
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Filopappos Hill
- 350 m
- Odeon Of Herod Atticus
- 750 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 800 m
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- 250 m
- Θεατρο Διονυσοσ
- 800 m
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
- 750 m
- Ρωμαϊκη Δεξαμενη
- 750 m
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- 250 m
- Πλατεία Κουντουριώτου
- 600 m
- Ιερο Διονυσου Ελευθερεωσ
- 800 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/bar Kinono
- 100 m
- Cafe/bar COFFEE ISLAND
- 30 m
- Cafe/bar Meerkat Cocktail Safari
- 40 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 950 m
- Parthenon
- 1.3 km
- Erechtheion
- 1.4 km
- Roman Agora
- 1.5 km
- Ancient Agora
- 2.1 km
- Acropolis Museum
- 850 m
- Monastiraki Square
- 1.7 km
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 1.8 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 2 km
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 950 m
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 3.5 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 6 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 5 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 7 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 8 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 7 km
Public transport
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 5 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1.8 km
- Metro Akropolis Metro Station
- 700 m
- Metro Syngrou/Fix Metro Station
- 200 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 1.7 km
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 28 km
Facilities
Other for your stay
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Free Wi Fi
- Airport shuttle
- Flat screen TV
- View
- Family rooms
- Washing machine
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Iron
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safety deposit box
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Express check in/check out
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Balcony
- Terrace
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Food & Drink
- Fruits
- Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View
- City view
- View
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- TV
Transport
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Building characteristics
- Detached
House rules at Absolute Athens Apartments
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 14:00 to 22:00
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check out
- From 06:00 to 11:00
Age restriction
- The minimum age for check in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Guest scores in detail
Staff 9.8
Comfort 9.7
Location 9.7
Free Wi Fi 8.4
Facilities 9.4
Cleanliness 9.6
Value for money 9.6
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