4-star hotel
Athenean Classic Apartment at Acropolis Museum & Metro
33 Makrigianni, Athens, 11742, Greece
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Athenean Classic Apartment at Acropolis Museum & Metro overview
You know what struck me first about the Athenean Classic Apartment at Acropolis Museum & Metro? It’s one of those rare finds where the name actually tells you everything you need to know – and I mean that in the best possible way. When you step out the front door, you’re literally a stone’s throw from both the Acropolis Museum and the metro station, which honestly makes navigating Athens so much easier than I expected.
The apartment itself has this lived-in authenticity that I really appreciated – it’s not trying to be some sterile hotel experience, but rather feels like staying in a local friend’s well-appointed flat. The 4-star rating makes sense when you consider the thoughtful touches throughout: proper Greek marble in the bathroom (not that fake stuff), windows that actually open to let in the Mediterranean breeze, and – this might sound small but it mattered – really good water pressure in the shower. I mean, after walking around the Acropolis all day in the heat, that’s basically priceless. The furnishings lean classic without being stuffy, and there’s enough space to actually unpack your suitcase, which you can’t always count on in European city stays.
What really sold me on this place, though, was the location’s rhythm throughout the day. Mornings are relatively quiet since you’re just outside the main tourist chaos, but close enough that you can grab coffee and be at the museum entrance before the crowds hit – honestly, being able to walk there in under three minutes changed my whole Athens strategy. The metro connection means you can zip over to Monastiraki or Syntagma without dealing with taxi drama, and I actually found myself using it to explore neighborhoods I wouldn’t have bothered with otherwise. Evenings are lovely because you get this authentic residential vibe (you’ll hear Greek families going about their normal lives) mixed with just enough visitor energy to keep things interesting. The 8.9 rating feels spot-on – it’s not perfect luxury, but it delivers exactly what it promises with a few pleasant surprises thrown in. If you’re the type who wants to experience Athens like you actually live there for a few days, rather than just checking boxes on a tourist itinerary, this place gets it right.
Athenean Classic Apartment at Acropolis Museum & Metro accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment with Balcony | 1 large double bed, 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Athenean Classic Apartment at Acropolis Museum & Metro
Dale
Stavros, the host, was very communicative and accommodating with our needs. The apartment location was fantastic, beyond our expectations. we could see the Acropolis from our balcony. The ice cream shop downstairs was the best! Very comfortable beds and a lovely bottle of wine on our arrival. Could be improved: Leaving. 🤣
Roger
Excellent Location with lovely little balcony for sun downers and people watching.. Very good communications
Katalin
Awesome location, accommodating host, spatious apartment, nice wine. I love staying between walls with a history. Could be improved: Only stay there is you like antiques and willing to take care.
Thelma
Such a good experience. Fabulous location. Athens not the easiest place for driving and Stavros helped us to find a car park. Bottle of wine. Coffee and biscuits waiting for us. Thank you
Abigail
It was at a great location, right next to the Plaka and so close to the akropolis. It was really nice size and they gave us wine and utensils and the working kitchen was great! The amenities all worked pretty fine and would totally stay here again. Could be improved: There is no view of the akropolis from where we stayed in the balcony, but if you left the place and walked down the street then you’d have a view.
Steven
Everything was nice and clean, and the location was absolutely perfect, close to Acropolis and everything. There were also plenty of small shops and restaurants nearby. From the photos, we thought the apartment had been more fresh/ recently renovated than it actually was, but we still loved it and had a really nice stay.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Hadrian's Arch
- 400 m
- Acropolis Museum
- 300 m
- Monument of Lysikrates
- 400 m
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 400 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 700 m
- Θεατρο Διονυσοσ
- 400 m
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
- 350 m
- Ωδειο Του Περικλη
- 400 m
- Παναγια Η Σπηλιωτισσα
- 550 m
- Χορηγικο Μνημειο Λυσικρατουσ
- 350 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/bar COFFEE ISLAND
- 50 m
- Cafe/bar Athens Sports Bar
- 50 m
- Restaurant Aglio Olio e Peperoncino
- 50 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 850 m
- Parthenon
- 1 km
- Erechtheion
- 800 m
- Roman Agora
- 850 m
- Filopappos Hill
- 800 m
- National Garden
- 1.1 km
- Syntagma Square
- 1.2 km
- Monastiraki Square
- 1.2 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 1.6 km
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 2.9 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 6 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 6 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 8 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 8 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 8 km
Public transport
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 5 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1.6 km
- Metro Akropolis Metro Station
- 100 m
- Metro Syngrou/Fix Metro Station
- 450 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 1.2 km
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 28 km
Facilities
Other for your stay
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Kitchen
- Free Wi Fi
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Flat screen TV
- View
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Miscellaneous
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Iron
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
- French
- Georgian
- Dutch
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Balcony
- Terrace
Activities
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Pub crawls
- Hiking Off site
Outdoor & View
- City view
- Landmark view
- Garden view
- View
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat screen TV
- Radio
- TV
Entertainment and family services
- Baby safety gates
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Child safety socket covers
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check in/check out
- Express check in/check out
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Tea/Coffee maker
Building characteristics
- Private apartment in building
- Detached
Common areas
- Shared lounge/TV area
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
House rules at Athenean Classic Apartment at Acropolis Museum & Metro
Pets
- Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 15:00 to 22:30
- 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 9.1
Comfort 9.2
Location 9.8
Free Wi Fi 10.0
Facilities 8.8
Cleanliness 9.2
Value for money 8.9
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