1 Parthenonos, Athens, 11742, Greece
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Acropolis Grand Apartment Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Acropolis Grand Apartment, I was expecting something a bit more… well, apartment-like. You know what I mean? But this 4-star place actually surprised me in the best way possible. It’s got that perfect blend of residential comfort and hotel service that’s honestly pretty hard to find in Athens these days.

What struck me right away was how they’ve managed to create this sense of space – and I mean actual breathing room, not just clever interior design tricks. The apartments (they really are proper apartments, not just hotel rooms with kitchenettes) feel like places you could actually live in for a while without going stir-crazy. The kitchens are fully equipped too, which is a godsend if you’re like me and get tired of restaurant food after a few days. I actually ended up cooking breakfast most mornings, and there’s something really nice about having your coffee on a proper balcony instead of rushing through a hotel breakfast buffet.

The location is one of those spots that locals seem to know about but doesn’t show up in every guidebook – you’re close enough to walk to the major sites without being right in the middle of all that tourist chaos. I mean, you can definitely hear the city (it’s Athens, after all), but it’s more of a gentle urban hum than the constant honking and shouting you get in some areas. The staff really knows their stuff too – not in that rehearsed concierge way, but like they actually live in the neighborhood and can tell you which taverna has the best souvlaki on Tuesday nights or when the local market is worth visiting. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward, no endless forms or upselling attempts.

What really sealed the deal for me was the attention to those little details that you don’t realize matter until they’re missing. The Wi-Fi actually works throughout the entire apartment (revolutionary, I know), the air conditioning doesn’t sound like a helicopter landing, and – this might sound silly but it’s important – the shower has proper water pressure. After a day of climbing around ancient ruins in 35-degree heat, that matters more than any fancy amenities. The whole place just feels thoughtfully put together, like someone actually stayed there themselves and fixed all the annoying bits before opening it up to guests. With a 9.3 rating, I’m clearly not the only one who thinks they’re doing something right here.

Acropolis Grand Apartment Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 king bed and 2 × 1 queen bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Acropolis Grand Apartment

  • Bishop from Australia (10/10)

    Really great location. Quiet, considering it was in a tourist location. Very comfortable beds.

  • Chen from Australia (10/10)

    The apartment is very clean and tidy, it has lift access. great location, view of Acropolis,walking distance to the most of the tourist attractions. The host is very friendly, helpful and supportive, arranged the picking up and dropping off services. We will stay here again if we visit Athens again. Highly recommend.

  • Ian from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Cleanliness of the apartment. Lift to access 3rd floor. Location for sightseeing, large supermarket, plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby.

  • Alexandra from United States of America (9/10)

    Comfortable. Nice big bedrooms. Good for two couples. One couple gets the larger bed and room, and the other couple gets the en suite bathroom, so it works well. Location was fantastic for the price. Easy walk to the Acropolis. Nice market across the street. Balcony was nice to sit out on in the evening. Sadly, we only stayed one night.

  • Muruguchelian from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The location is absolutely perfect – close to the main attractions, eateries and public transport. The room was spotless and very well-maintained. The host was incredibly helpful and attentive, always ready to assist with any requests.

  • Marie from United States of America (10/10)

    Apartment was exceptional. Very clean and inviting. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Great location!!!
    Walking distance to many great restaurants, bakery and shopping. Views of the Acropolis from the balcony.

  • Stephanie from United States of America (10/10)

    great view of the Acropolis! Grocery store across the street. clean.

  • Steve from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Excellent apartment, clean and close to places we wanted to visit.

  • Mahesh from United States of America (10/10)

    The apartment was in a great location. You can walk to Acropolis and museum and well connected to things nearby. The apartment was well maintained, neat and tidy.

  • Flora from Canada (8/10)

    Location in a vibrant area of downtown Athens (Koukaki). Balcony view of the Acropolis. Proximity to metro (Fix station) and trams. Good choice of restaurants and small shops. Mini market close by.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Acropolis: 1 km
  • Erechtheion: 1 km
  • Filopappos Hill: 1.1 km
  • Acropolis Museum: 600 m
  • Temple of Athena Nike: 800 m
  • Monument of Lysikrates: 800 m
  • Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 600 m
  • Museum of Contemporary Art: 550 m
  • Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum: 350 m
  • National Museum of Contemporary Art: 500 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Central: 50 m
  • Cafe/Bar Vanilla: 50 m
  • Cafe/Bar Η λούπα: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Parthenon: 1.1 km
  • Roman Agora: 1.3 km
  • Omonia Square: 2.4 km
  • Syntagma Square: 1.6 km
  • Monastiraki Square: 1.4 km
  • Temple of Hephaestus: 1.4 km
  • Museum of Cycladic Art: 2.2 km
  • Ancient Agora of Athens: 1.5 km
  • Temple of Olympion Zeus: 1.1 km
  • Zappion – National Garden: 1.5 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Peak Lycabettus Hill: 3.3 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Edem Beach: 6 km
  • Flisvos Beach: 6 km
  • Kalamaki Beach: 7 km
  • Votsalakia Beach: 8 km
  • Akti tou Iliou Beach: 7 km

Public transit:

  • Train Thiseio Metro Station: 1.5 km
  • Subway Akropolis Metro Station: 550 m
  • Train Monastiraki Train Station: 1.4 km
  • Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station: 200 m
  • Bus Athens International Bus Station: 5 km

Closest Airports:

  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 31 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony

Activities:

  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Iron

Transportation:

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge
  • Car rental

Languages Spoken:

  • Greek
  • English
  • Russian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Safe

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

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

Great for your stay:

  • Private Bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free Wifi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
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House Rules at Acropolis Grand Apartment

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.2

Comfort:

9.6

Location:

9.8

Free Wifi:

9.4

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

9.2