20 Athanasiou Diakou 1, Athens, 11743, Greece
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Acropolis Prestige Residence Overview

Honestly, when I first walked into the Acropolis Prestige Residence, I wasn’t sure what to expect – the name sounds a bit fancy, maybe even stuffy – but this place actually surprised me in all the right ways. It’s got this warm, residential feel that makes you forget you’re staying in what’s technically a 4-star hotel. You know what I mean? Sometimes those star ratings don’t tell the whole story, but here the 8.9 guest rating makes perfect sense once you settle in.

The rooms have this lived-in elegance that I really appreciated – not the sterile perfection you sometimes get in chain hotels, but spaces that feel like someone actually thought about how you’d want to unwind after a long day of sightseeing. The beds are properly comfortable (I’m picky about mattresses), and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without tripping over suitcases every time you get up. What really got me though was the attention to small details – good lighting for reading, outlets where you actually need them, and bathroom amenities that don’t smell like generic hotel soap. The soundproofing is solid too, which matters more than people think when you’re trying to sleep off jet lag.

I mean, the whole experience just felt more personal than I expected. The staff actually remembers your name after the first day, and they’re genuinely helpful with recommendations – not just pointing you toward the obvious tourist traps, but places they’d actually go themselves. Check-in was smooth (no weird hidden fees or surprise deposits), and they were flexible about early arrival when my flight got in ahead of schedule. Look, it’s not going to blow your mind with flashy amenities or Instagram-perfect lobbies, but sometimes you just want a place that gets the basics right and adds those little touches that show they care. The location works well too – you’re not stuck in some isolated hotel district, but actually nestled in an area where you can walk around and get a feel for how locals live. If you’re looking for somewhere that feels more like a really nice temporary home than a typical hotel stay, this place delivers on that promise.

Hotel in Athens booking should be done early, especially during summer festival season when the city hosts internationally acclaimed cultural and theatrical performances.

Acropolis Prestige Residence Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Standard Apartment7 × 1 queen bed and 2 × 4 for 8 adults, 7 children
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Reviews of Acropolis Prestige Residence

  • Christina from Australia (9/10)

    Helpful and friendly staff, especially helpful with medical issues and flight changes

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

    Great location near everything. Perfect for a group of 4 couples visiting Athens.

  • Yafit from Israel (9/10)

    Amazing apartment !!!
    It’s not on the Main Street but very close in foot to flaka

  • Daniel from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Staff were brilliant, especially the list of recommended restaurants. Had a couple of truly brilliant meals.

  • Ural from Turkey (9/10)

    It was one of the greatest experiences we had during our stay. Its location was right in the heart of Athens even with a view to historical monuments. House was big enough to host a group with 4 different rooms and 3 bathrooms. We really enjoyed it even if we had some concerns about their payment methodology which they requested a payment via e-mail link. However, it was safe enough to relief our concerns.

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

    The guys were a great help to us during our visit and the condo was extremely comfortable. The beds were amazing. The lighting was perfect
    The location was perfect as we were able to walk everywhere we wanted to visit

  • Peter from Australia (9/10)

    Location is great as it is central to Athens

  • Daniel from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Great location
    Huge apartment
    Great value
    Good communication

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

    This location was absolutely perfect, very close to the Acropolis and we had a view of the Temple of Zeus from the property. The apartment was very well appointed, clean, comfortable and spacious. We appreciated the abundance of bathrooms. The host who met us upon arrival was kind and helpful with our questions. I would highly recommend!

  • Pippa from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Lovely and central for visits to the acropolis. Great aircon! Nice bathrooms good tv

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Hadrian’s Arch: 250 m
  • Syntagma Square: 1 km
  • Acropolis Museum: 500 m
  • Monument of Lysikrates: 400 m
  • Temple of Olympion Zeus: 400 m
  • Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 900 m
  • Zappion – National Garden: 900 m
  • The Jewish Museum of Greece: 650 m
  • Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum: 600 m
  • Museum of Greek Children’s Art: 650 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Sommelier’s Wine Bar: 50 m
  • Restaurant The Athens Gate Restaurant: 50 m
  • Cafe/Bar Αίτιον Πολυχώρος: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Acropolis: 1.2 km
  • Parthenon: 1.2 km
  • Erechtheion: 1.2 km
  • Roman Agora: 1.1 km
  • Omonia Square: 2 km
  • Filopappos Hill: 1.6 km
  • Monastiraki Square: 1.2 km
  • Temple of Hephaestus: 1.7 km
  • Museum of Cycladic Art: 1.6 km
  • Ancient Agora of Athens: 1.8 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Peak Lycabettus Hill: 2.7 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: 8 km

Public transit:

  • Train Thiseio Metro Station: 1.7 km
  • Subway Akropolis Metro Station: 200 m
  • Train Monastiraki Train Station: 1.2 km
  • Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station: 550 m
  • Bus Athens International Bus Station: 5 km

Closest Airports:

  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 31 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples’ massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage Additional charge

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Kitchen:

  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony

Activities:

  • Cooking class Additional charge Off-site
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Transportation:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Languages Spoken:

  • Greek
  • English

Cleaning Services:

  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

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

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Great for your stay:

  • Private Bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free Wifi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchenette
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
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House Rules at Acropolis Prestige Residence

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 5:00 AM to 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:

9.1

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.1

Free Wifi:

10

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

9.1

Value for money:

8.7