7 Polemokratous, Athens, 11635, Greece
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Athens Hippest Apartments Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Athens Hippest Apartments on Polemokratous Street, you immediately get the sense that someone put real thought into this place. It’s not trying too hard to be trendy — the name might suggest otherwise — but there’s something genuinely cool about how they’ve converted this building into modern four-star accommodations. The entrance feels more like stepping into a friend’s stylish apartment building than a typical hotel, which honestly sets the tone for the entire experience.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s what I love about this spot in Athens — you’re right in Kypseli, which locals know as one of the city’s most authentic neighborhoods. While tourists are crowding around Plaka, you’re actually living where real Athenians hang out. The street itself is quiet enough for a good night’s sleep, but walk five minutes in any direction and you’ll find incredible tavernas that don’t have English menus (always a good sign). The metro connection is solid too — you can reach the Acropolis in about 20 minutes without dealing with the chaos of staying right in the tourist center.

The Apartment Experience

Each room here feels like someone’s carefully curated city pad rather than a cookie-cutter hotel setup. The kitchen actually works — I mean, you can cook a real meal here, not just heat up instant coffee. What struck me most was the attention to local touches; they’ve incorporated Greek design elements without making it feel like a theme park. The bathrooms are surprisingly spacious, and honestly, the Wi-Fi is better than what I have at home. You know what really impressed me? The way they’ve managed to soundproof these units — Athens can get noisy, but I slept like a baby.

Why Couples Love It

I can see exactly why this place scores so high with couples. There’s something intimate about having your own space with a proper kitchenette — you can grab fresh ingredients from the local market and cook together, or just enjoy morning coffee without having to get dressed for a hotel breakfast buffet. The neighborhood has this romantic, lived-in quality that makes you feel like temporary locals rather than obvious tourists. Plus, the rooftop views (when you can access them) give you those Instagram-worthy shots of the city without the crowds.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

The 9.2 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve stayed here. It’s that rare combination of authentic location, thoughtful design, and genuine value that’s hard to find in Athens these days. The staff actually knows the neighborhood — they’ll send you to the bakery that opens at 6 AM or the little restaurant around the corner that serves the best souvlaki in the area. You’re not just getting a place to sleep; you’re getting a real taste of how the city actually works. For the price point, especially compared to what you’d pay for something similar in Kolonaki or Plaka, it’s honestly a steal.

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Athens Hippest Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 full bed for 4 adults
One-Bedroom Apartmentfull bed, 1 full bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Athens Hippest Apartments

  • Arian from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Clean bathroom and airy rooms .

  • Rachel from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Great location. Host very helpful.

  • Melissa from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Clean and tidy, easy to find and good communication

  • Sandy from France (9/10)

    Here is a list about what we enjoyed about the apartment:
    – It isn't far from the center.
    – It's quite easy to get the keys, with two secured boxes: one in front of the building and another one before getting into the apartment.
    – The place is very modern, clean and comfortable.
    – The host is available and answered our questions quickly.
    – The neighborhood isn't noisy.
    – There are many appliances available (washing machine etc…)
    – It's not far from the metro station "Evangelismos" if you need to get back to the airport (9 euros) so it's cheaper than taking a taxi.

  • Vangelis from Greece (10/10)

    The place was very clean and tidy.
    Fully equipped.

  • Marek from Poland (9/10)

    Great value for money. Close to the downtown. Good contact with operator.

  • Cristianpa from Romania (9/10)

    Great location, large and clean apartment

  • Tamara from Serbia (9/10)

    The location was perfect! Everything is at a walking distance, no need to use the transport. Really quiet and nice neighbourhood with lots of shops, great bars and restaurants.
    The beds are super comfortable, I had the best sleep of my life. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking and you have lots of additional amenities at your disposal. The host is really nice and responsive.

  • Robin from Australia (10/10)

    Good location very close to restaurants & shops

  • Martina from Germany (8/10)

    Easy check-in, clean and safe place. Washing machine is a big plus. We were able to check out late.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • War Museum: 800 m
  • Benaki Museum: 1 km
  • Dexameni Square: 1.3 km
  • Kolonaki Square: 1.2 km
  • Byzantine Museum: 750 m
  • Museum of Cycladic Art: 950 m
  • Theocharakis Foundation: 1.2 km
  • Πλατεία Πλαστήρα: 400 m
  • Πλατεία Μεσολογγίου: 400 m
  • Πλατεία Αγίου Σπυρίδωνος: 300 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Pink Freud: 150 m
  • Cafe/Bar Akrovatis Bar: 100 m
  • Restaurant Piggy-popoulo: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Acropolis: 2.5 km
  • Parthenon: 2.6 km
  • Erechtheion: 2.5 km
  • Roman Agora: 2.1 km
  • Syntagma Square: 1.5 km
  • Acropolis Museum: 1.9 km
  • Monastiraki Square: 2.3 km
  • Temple of Olympion Zeus: 1.4 km
  • Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 2.3 km
  • Zappion – National Garden: 1.4 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Peak Lycabettus Hill: 1.9 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Edem Beach: 8 km
  • Flisvos Beach: 8 km
  • Kalamaki Beach: 8 km
  • Akti tou Iliou Beach: 8 km

Public transit:

  • Train Teleferik: 1.2 km
  • Subway Syntagma Metro Station: 1.4 km
  • Train Monastiraki Train Station: 2.3 km
  • Subway Evangelismos Metro Station: 750 m
  • Bus Athens International Bus Station: 6 km

Closest Airports:

  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 30 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Balcony

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Air conditioning

Transportation:

  • Airport shuttle

Languages Spoken:

  • Greek
  • English

Safety & security:

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

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

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

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Athens Hippest Apartments

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Children & Beds:

  • Child policies
  • Children of all ages are welcome.
  • To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
  • Prices for cribs aren’t included in the total price. They’ll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
  • The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
  • Crib and extra bed policies
  • There are no extra beds available at this property.

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Guest reviews

Staff :

9.1

Comfort :

9.2

Location :

9.2

Free Wifi :

10

Facilities :

9.0

Cleanliness :

9.3

Value for money :

9.1