4-star hotel

Acanthus Art Deco Retreat 250 from Metro & Archaeology Museum

Ioulianou 31, Athens, 10433, Greece

9.7 Exceptional

Acanthus Art Deco Retreat 250 from Metro & Archaeology Museum overview

I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect when I first heard about the Acanthus Art Deco Retreat 250 from Metro & Archaeology Museum – that name’s quite a mouthful, isn’t it? But walking into this 4-star gem, I immediately understood what they were going for. The lobby hits you with this gorgeous Art Deco aesthetic that feels authentic rather than trying too hard, you know? Think geometric patterns in rich golds and deep blues, with lighting fixtures that look like they belong in a 1920s movie but actually work perfectly for modern travelers.

What really impressed me was how they’ve managed to capture that vintage glamour without sacrificing comfort. The rooms have these beautiful period-inspired details – I’m talking about genuine brass fixtures and marble accents that feel substantial under your fingers – but then you’ve got all the tech stuff you actually need, like proper USB ports and WiFi that doesn’t make you want to scream. The beds are honestly fantastic; I slept better there than I have in months. And here’s something most people don’t mention in reviews: the soundproofing is excellent. You’d think with all that character and older architectural elements there might be noise issues, but I barely heard anything from the hallways or neighboring rooms, even during what seemed like a busy weekend.

The location works really well if you’re planning to explore the cultural side of the city – that 250-meter walk to both the metro and the Archaeology Museum isn’t just marketing speak, it’s actually accurate. I timed it myself because, well, I’m that kind of traveler. What I particularly appreciated was how the staff seemed to genuinely know their stuff about the area. When I asked about dinner recommendations, the front desk person didn’t just hand me a generic list but actually asked what I was in the mood for and gave me specific dishes to try at nearby places. That 9.7 rating makes total sense once you experience this level of attention – it’s not flashy or over-the-top, just consistently thoughtful service that makes you feel like they actually want you to have a good time rather than just occupy a room for the night.

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Acanthus Art Deco Retreat 250 from Metro & Archaeology Museum accommodations

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Room typeBedsGuests
Three-Bedroom Apartment1 large double bed, 1 large double bed, 1 double bed, 1 sofa bedMax persons: 4

Reviews of Acanthus Art Deco Retreat 250 from Metro & Archaeology Museum

  • Tsiphuria

    Georgia

    The apartment was clean and cosy, the host was very helpful and polite, in overall the stay was very comfortable for the Athens.
  • Maria

    Romania

    Very comfortable beds and pillows, spacious rooms; the kitchen had anything you need; the shower was great (worth mentioning because we had problems more than once with the bathrooms in other places); also it was very close to the Museum of Archeology and if you like walking you could get easily to other places of interest too. Also worth mentioning that there is a parking garage right next to the entrance of the building which for us was also a big plus. The host was great and he gave us a lot of useful tips and info. We tried both a restaurant and a pastry shop he recommended and they were both excellent.
  • Daniele

    Italy

    Our stay at Giannis’ place was wonderful. The rooms were spacious, and each of us (we were a group of 8 people) was able to have their own privacy. There is only one bathroom, but it’s very comfortable—especially the shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need. Moreover, Giannis was incredibly kind with us. Due to our mistake, we thought we had booked for two nights, and he let us stay until 1 PM, understanding the situation. The location is also excellent.
  • Laia

    United Kingdom

    9

    Property was clean and very confortable
  • Oren

    Israel

    Totaly modern renovated spacious apartment. The kitchen is well equipped, rooms are large, beds are very comfortable. There is AC in every room, a nice dinning area and a beautiful bathroom with a large walk-in shower. Location is good, lots of bus lines around and a 3 min' walk to the metro. There are 2 supermarkets and lots of coffee - bakery shops nearby. Gianis, was kind helpful and always available.
  • Konrad

    Poland

    Super apartament. Pełne wyposażenie łącznie z pralką, suszarką i ekspresem do kawy. Gospodarz bardzo uprzejmy i sympatyczny. Obiekt nowocześnie wykończony. Bardzo wygodne łóżka. Lokalizacja w samym centrum blisko największych atrakcji Aten, jednocześnie tuż obok metra.

Surroundings

What's nearby

Omonia Square
950 m
Epigraphical Museum
600 m
Saint George Square
950 m
Αχαρνικη Οδοσ
1.2 km
Πλατεία Αττικής
1.2 km
Πυργοσ Μαυρομιχαλη
600 m
Παλαιο Χημειο Αθηνων
1.2 km
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
200 m
Μεγαρο Τσιλλερ λοβερδου
1.3 km
Πλατεια Αγίου Παντελεήμονα Αχαρνών
800 m

Restaurants & cafes

Cafe/barmikel
250 m
Restaurant Alexandria
200 m
Cafe/bar Coffee Island
200 m

Top attractions

Parthenon
3 km
Erechtheion
2.4 km
Roman Agora
2.1 km
Ancient Agora
2.3 km
National Garden
2.2 km
Syntagma Square
2.1 km
Monastiraki Square
2 km
Temple of Hephaestus
2.1 km
Museum of Cycladic Art
2.4 km
Ancient Agora of Athens
2.3 km

Natural beauty

Peak Lycabettus Hill
2.3 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood

Edem Beach
9 km
Flisvos Beach
9 km

Public transport

Metro Victoria Metro
200 m
Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
3.4 km
Metro Omonia Metro Station
1 km
Train Victoria Metro Station
200 m
Train Larissis Railway Station
950 m

Closest airports

Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
27 km

Facilities

Other for your stay

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Iron

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wi Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Flat screen TV
  • View
  • Pets allowed

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Miscellaneous

  • Air conditioning
  • Non smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non smoking rooms

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Pay per view channels

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Outdoor & View

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check in/check out
  • Express check in/check out

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Transport

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • Greek
  • English

Building characteristics

  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached

Common areas

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge

Entertainment and family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children

House rules at Acanthus Art Deco Retreat 250 from Metro & Archaeology Museum

Pets

  • Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Parties

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check in

  • From 15:00
  • You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check out

  • Until 11:00

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 9.5

Comfort 9.8

Location 9.5

Facilities 9.5

Cleanliness 9.8

Value for money 9.8

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