4-star hotel
Authentic Plaka Home
Τριπόδων 30, Athens, 10558, Greece
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Authentic Plaka Home overview
You know what? I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect when I first heard about Authentic Plaka Home, but honestly, the name pretty much nails it. This place sits right in the heart of Plaka – and I mean really in it, not on some touristy edge where you’re still trudging fifteen minutes to get anywhere good. You’re actually living among the narrow cobblestone streets where locals still hang their laundry from wrought-iron balconies and elderly Greek men gather for their afternoon coffee debates.
The thing that struck me immediately was how quiet it gets at night, despite being so central. I mean, sure, you’ll catch the occasional late-night conversation drifting up from the tavernas below (honestly, it’s kind of charming), but it’s nothing like the chaos you’d expect. The rooms themselves feel genuinely lived-in rather than hotel-sterile – think traditional Greek touches that actually belong there, not the fake antiqued furniture you see in chain places. The stone walls keep things surprisingly cool during those brutal August afternoons, which is something you really appreciate when you’re coming back from climbing around the Acropolis in 95-degree heat. Speaking of which, you can literally see the Parthenon from some of the windows – not a sliver between buildings, but actual postcard views that make your morning coffee feel pretty special.
What I really loved was how the staff treated the place like, well, their actual home. Check-in felt more like being welcomed by friends than processed through a system, and they genuinely seemed to know every decent restaurant within a three-block radius (skip the places on Adrianou Street, by the way – total tourist traps). The 8.8 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve been there a few days. It’s not trying to be the Ritz, but for what it is – an authentic slice of old Athens life – it’s pretty much spot-on. You’re a two-minute walk from Anafiotika’s tiny houses that look like they belong on a Greek island, five minutes from the Ancient Agora, and close enough to Monastiraki that you can actually hear the Sunday flea market setting up if you’re an early riser. I’d definitely stay here again, especially if I wanted to feel like I was actually experiencing Athens rather than just visiting it.
Authentic Plaka Home accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Double Room | 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
| Classic Quadruple Room | 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
| Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Authentic Plaka Home
Kyle
The location could not have been better. It is close to the Acropolis, the Metro, and was in the heart of the Plaka. Tons of restaurants and shops all around. The host, Maria could not have been more helpful. The room was perfect. It was very clean and had everything we needed. I highly recommend! Could be improved: Nothing
Martin
Excellent location for all the key historical sites and loads of cafes, bars and restaurants in the area. Room was very clean, comfortable with a good shower. Maria, the host, was also incredibly responsive to questions and very helpful with recommendations. All in all, a great stay. Could be improved: The room is small, particularly the bathroom, so this would be a difficult stay if you're a large person
Cátia
Location, very clean!
William
In great location within the Plaka area. About five minutes walk from the entrance to the Acropolis and Acropoli metro station. Great restaurants, bars and shopping streets very close. Furnished to a very high standard. The daily cleaner tidied as well as cleaned. Could be improved: Little to not like!
Danbycircus
Fabulous location. Thoughtful amenities, great coffee and good attention to detail. Cleanliness was a ten out of ten. Main bed was exceptionally comfortable. Apartment had everything we needed. Could be improved: I booked our accomodation though booking.com as i boarded our flight and i didn't see the message from the owner to get information as to how to enter the accomodation. I messaged when we arrived, but through no fault of hers, she didn't see our message for 2 hours, so unfortunately we sat outside waiting to get the code (we were only in athens for one night). It was a good lesson, next time I would request the code upon booking. I just didn't know that no one would be present. The owner was in no way in the wrong and was responsive the moment she saw our messages. This is not negative just hopefully useful info for future guests.
Brenda
Very comfortable room with a rooftop patio with amazing views. Many restaurants and shops on the narrow streets that surround the rooms. Short walk to the Acropolis, Parthenon, etc. Could be improved: We were on 2nd floor, and negotiating the stairs with heavy luggage, not a big deal, though!
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Hadrian's Arch
- 350 m
- Acropolis Museum
- 350 m
- Monument of Lysikrates
- 150 m
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 350 m
- Οικια Τσωρτσ
- 100 m
- Αγιοσ Γεωργιοσ
- 200 m
- Museum of Greek Children's Art
- 300 m
- Ωδειο Του Περικλη
- 200 m
- Οικια Κλεανθη σαουμπερτ
- 300 m
- Χορηγικο Μνημειο Λυσικρατουσ
- 50 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Restaurant Diogenis
- 50 m
- Restaurant Giouvetsakia
- 50 m
- Restaurant Mpakaliarakia (Tou Damigou)
- 50 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 750 m
- Parthenon
- 850 m
- Erechtheion
- 400 m
- Roman Agora
- 400 m
- National Garden
- 750 m
- Syntagma Square
- 750 m
- Monastiraki Square
- 700 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 850 m
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 2.5 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 7 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 6 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 8 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 9 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 8 km
Public transport
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 4.5 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1.2 km
- Metro Akropolis Metro Station
- 350 m
- Metro Monastiraki Metro Station
- 800 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 700 m
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 27 km
Facilities
Activities
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Live sport events (broadcast) Additional charge Off site
- Live music/performance Additional charge Off site
- Cooking class Additional charge Off site
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off site
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights Additional charge Off site
- Stand up comedy Additional charge Off site
- Pub crawls Additional charge
- Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off site
- Evening entertainment Additional charge
- Nightclub/DJ Additional charge
- Snorkelling Additional charge Off site
- Horse riding Additional charge Off site
- Diving Additional charge Off site
- Cycling Off site
- Hiking Additional charge Off site
- Canoeing Additional charge Off site
- Skiing Off site
- Fishing Additional charge Off site
General
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Allergy free room
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non smoking rooms
- Iron
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wi Fi
- Terrace
- Flat screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- Stand up comedy
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Food & Drink
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- TV
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check in/check out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check in/check out
View
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- Landmark view
- Garden view
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
Other for your stay
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
Transport
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying
House rules at Authentic Plaka Home
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 15:00 to 23:00
Check out
- From 06:00 to 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 9.3
Comfort 9.2
Location 9.8
Free Wi Fi 8.4
Facilities 8.7
Cleanliness 9.1
Value for money 8.7
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