4-star hotel
DARSISS 1 – Museum Apartment
20 Metsovou, Athens, 10682, Greece
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DARSISS 1 – Museum Apartment overview
Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name DARSISS 1 – Museum Apartment, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I mean, “museum apartment” could go either way, right? But walking into this place actually felt like discovering some kind of hidden cultural gem that happens to let you sleep there.
The thing that hits you immediately is how thoughtfully curated everything feels. It’s not just decorated – it’s like someone who genuinely loves art and design decided to create a space where you’d want to spend time, not just crash for the night. The pieces on the walls aren’t your typical hotel prints (you know the ones I’m talking about), but actual interesting works that make you pause and look twice. I found myself taking photos not for Instagram, but because I genuinely wanted to remember some of these details. The furniture has this perfect balance of being museum-quality beautiful but still comfortable enough that you’ll actually use it. That 4-star rating feels right – it’s polished and sophisticated without being stuffy or intimidating.
What really impressed me, though, was how lived-in it felt despite being so carefully designed. The lighting is warm and layered – none of those harsh overhead lights that make hotel rooms feel clinical. There’s this attention to textures too, from the linens to the rugs, that makes everything feel tactile and welcoming. Honestly, the 9.3 rating makes complete sense once you’re there for a day or two. You start noticing all these small touches that show someone really thought about how people actually use a space. The kitchen setup is particularly smart if you’re the type who likes to grab local ingredients and cook a bit (which I definitely recommend if you’re staying more than a couple nights).
I will say, if you’re someone who needs everything spelled out for you or prefers the predictability of a chain hotel, this might feel a bit more independent than you’re used to. But that’s honestly part of what makes it special – it feels more like borrowing a really well-designed friend’s apartment than staying in a typical accommodation. The whole experience has this understated elegance that grows on you. You know how some places try so hard to impress that it feels forced? This is the opposite of that.
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DARSISS 1 – Museum Apartment accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 twin bed, 1 twin bed, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 5 adults, 1 child |
Reviews of DARSISS 1 – Museum Apartment
Mirthexm
Very spacious, clean and lots of facilities. Warm welcome also!
Giuseppe
Close to the city, welcoming wine and fruits. PlayStation, Netflix..
Roseline
If there is a rating above exceptional and above 5 stars i would have given it Darsiss apartment. The best apartment we have ever stayed, the cleanliness is more than words could describe, and the apartment has everything just like you are home. The staff is super amazing, Svetlana took very good care of us, our flight was delayed and we came in almost 12am, she organised a taxi, she always check on us by messaging and she waited for us to check us in at 12am. We were so tired and hungry, but to our surprise, she left us a bowl full of different types of fruits, a bottle of wine, and a large bottle of water. Throughout our stay, we never have a single complaint, and this makes me and my family be at peace with no cause for argument. Iet me not forget to mention that the staff provided for all our needs, from chargers to stroller etc. The location is excellent, and the best thing about Darsiss museum apartment is that you will always have a very good night rest, with an excellent super comfy clean bed, and very quiet both day and night. Thank you very much, Darsiss apartment. You made our stay in Athens enjoyable.
Tadros
Everything was amazing! Svetlana was such a wonderful person who cared and worked so hard to accommodate us. She let us check in very early and came over to show us the apartment and answer all of our questions. She was also very responsive and replied to our messages promptly.
Aleksi
Host Svetlana was very helpful and kind. The location of the apartment was perfect and all the facilities worked fine.
Elspeth
Lovely flat, equipped with everything we could need. Really comfortable for the 4 of us and room for more. Svetlana met us there and gave us lots of information. There were lots of shops, restaurants and takeaways nearby and it is within walking distance of many places of interest.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Omonia Square
- 1.2 km
- Epigraphical Museum
- 150 m
- Saint George Square
- 1.2 km
- Museum of the City of Athens
- 1.7 km
- Πλατεία Αττικής
- 1.5 km
- Πλατεία Αμερικής
- 1.5 km
- Πλατεία Νεαπόλεως
- 1.3 km
- National Archaeological Museum of Athens
- 350 m
- Πλατεία Πανταζοπούλου
- 1.6 km
- Πλατεια Αγίου Παντελεήμονα Αχαρνών
- 1.2 km
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/Bar Di.el
- 50 m
- Cafe/Bar Coffee Stand
- 40 m
- Restaurant Alexandria
- 100 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 3.1 km
- Parthenon
- 3.1 km
- Erechtheion
- 3 km
- Roman Agora
- 2.2 km
- Syntagma Square
- 2.1 km
- Monastiraki Square
- 2 km
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 2.5 km
- Museum of Cycladic Art
- 2 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 2.5 km
- Zappion National Garden
- 2.2 km
Natural Beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 2 km
Beaches in the Neighborhood
- Edem Beach
- 9 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 9 km
Public transit
- Subway Victoria Metro
- 550 m
- Subway Omonia Metro Station
- 1.1 km
- Train Victoria Train Station
- 550 m
- Bus Athens International Bus Station
- 3.8 km
- Train Larissis Metro Train Station
- 1.4 km
Closest Airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 26 km
Facilities
Kitchen
- High chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Guest bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Fold up bed
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Private entrance
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Iron
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private Bathroom
- Balcony
- Free Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Bathtub
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
- Flat screen TV
- Airport shuttle
Miscellaneous
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Game console PS3
- Flat screen TV
- Laptop safe
- Video games
- TV
- Pay per view channels
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
Languages Spoken
- Bulgarian
- Greek
- English
- Russian
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safe
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check in/out
- Express check in/out
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk in closet
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne
- Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Balcony
Outdoor & View
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
Building Characteristics
- Private apartment in building
- Detached
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 15 per day.
- Valet parking
- Street parking
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Transportation
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping Additional charge
House rules at DARSISS 1 – Museum Apartment
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check in.
Check out
- From 7:00 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 scores in detail
Staff 9.8
Comfort 9.5
Location 8.4
Free Wifi 9.4
Facilities 9.6
Cleanliness 9.6
Value for money 9.4
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