4-star hotel
Elegant Suite – Acropolis
27 Mouson, Athens, 11741, Greece
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Elegant Suite – Acropolis overview
You know what struck me first about Elegant Suite – Acropolis? The moment I stepped inside, I could actually hear the quiet – and I mean that in the best possible way. In a city where motorbikes and construction noise seem to follow you everywhere, finding this kind of peaceful atmosphere was honestly surprising. The location puts you close enough to feel connected to Athens‘ energy without being right in the thick of the tourist chaos.
The suite itself lives up to its name, though I’ll admit I was skeptical at first (how many places call themselves “elegant” and actually deliver?). The space feels thoughtfully designed rather than just decorated – there’s this nice balance between modern comfort and subtle nods to Greek style that doesn’t feel forced or touristy. What really impressed me was the attention to details that actually matter when you’re staying somewhere: proper blackout curtains for those late Mediterranean sunsets, a bathroom with decent water pressure, and – this might sound small but it’s huge – enough electrical outlets placed where you’d actually want to use them. The bed situation is solid too, which honestly makes or breaks any stay for me.
Being a 4-star place with a 9.6 rating sounds almost too good to be true until you spend some time here. The staff genuinely seems to know what they’re doing, and I got the sense they actually listen to guest feedback instead of just going through the motions. What sets this place apart from other Athens accommodations I’ve tried is how it manages to feel both sophisticated and relaxed – you’re not walking on eggshells worried about disturbing some overly precious atmosphere, but you’re also not dealing with worn-out furniture or that vaguely sticky feeling some hotels have. The neighborhood itself has this lived-in quality where you’ll see actual Athenians going about their daily routines, not just tourist buses rolling through. There’s a great little bakery within walking distance that locals actually use (always a good sign), and you can reach the main archaeological sites without feeling like you need to plan a major expedition. If you’re someone who wants easy access to Athens’ highlights but also values having a genuinely comfortable retreat to come back to, this place hits that sweet spot perfectly.
Elegant Suite – Acropolis accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 large double bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Elegant Suite – Acropolis
Nelline
Location was fantastic. This is a very safe, upscale, quiet neighborhood, directly across from a historic park. It’s a great location just a short walk from the nice restaurants and shops. And very close to the Acropolis. Could be improved: The place was smaller than we had imagined, based on the photos. The access around the bed to the closet was quite narrow, but wide enough to wheel my luggage. Overall the place is quite lovely and I’m glad we selected it for our stay in Athens.
Ainhoa
Beautiful apartment, excellent location, everything you need. Fluid communication and extremely accommodating, customer care was top. Thank you!
Lisa
A little slice of tranquility right in the city! Could be improved: The hills are a killer!
Hayley
The location was excellent - we loved having the open area and hillside across the road to walk/run in, a lovely residential suburb, convenient supermarkets, quirky shops and fantastic restaurants a few blocks down the hill. Wonderful to walk up the hill and see the view of the Acropolis at sunrise and lit up at night. The apartment itself was absolutely perfect with everything we needed, very clean, comfortable and well apportioned. The host very kindly arranged for an early check-in which we were very appreciative of, and was always on hand to answer any queries we had. Communication was excellent. I highly recommend this apartment if you want to spend a few days exploring Athens but also like to escape from the busy, noisy, touristy area’s to your own peaceful space. Could be improved: There was NOTHING we didn’t like about the location because we enjoy space, quiet, less touristy, experiencing local and walking. The apartment itself was very well decorated and equipped, with nice to have features like washing machine/ ironing board & iron/ dish washer / safety box /hair dryer and toiletries.
Wai
We loved this place so much, we came back for the second time after a short trip away from Athens. It’s situated in a quaint, tasteful neighbourhood called Koukaki which still has locals who live in it. There’s a street market on the Friday that we were there. Wine bars, lots of good restaurants near Dragou (street). And it’s just a stone’s throw away from the Western (main) entrance of the Acropolis. Apartment was great, new, and the host was great. The trailhead of Philoppapou Hill was just 50m away. Perfect for sunrise/sunsets. If you like to stay somewhere that’s close enough to the Acropolis but away from the crowds of tourists, then this is for you.
Monica
Cute, quiet and cozy. At the base of Filopappos Hill where you can hike up to view the acropolis. Right across from the trails. Everything was as described. The location was only a 10 min walk, give or take, from the acropolis and provided a quiet night time setting. The accommodation provided all the basics needed for an enjoyable stay. A small elevator was very convenient when transporting luggage. Could be improved: Shower in bathroom was not enclosed and would require a mop to clean up floor after showering.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Acropolis
- 550 m
- Filopappos Hill
- 10 m
- Odeon Of Herod Atticus
- 550 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 550 m
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- 550 m
- Φυλακη Του Σωκρατη
- 600 m
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- 600 m
- Μνημειο Φιλοπαππου
- 600 m
- Πλατεία Κουντουριώτου
- 550 m
- Ιερο Διονυσου Ελευθερεωσ
- 550 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/bar Strakastrüka
- 450 m
- Restaurant Mystic Pizza & Pasta
- 350 m
- Cafe/bar Papadalup Coffee and Bar
- 350 m
Top attractions
- Parthenon
- 1 km
- Erechtheion
- 1.2 km
- Roman Agora
- 1.5 km
- Ancient Agora
- 1.9 km
- Acropolis Museum
- 850 m
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 1.7 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 1.9 km
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 1.1 km
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
- 700 m
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 3.6 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 6 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 5 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 7 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 8 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 7 km
Public transport
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 5 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1.5 km
- Metro Akropolis Metro Station
- 850 m
- Metro Syngrou/Fix Metro Station
- 550 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 1.6 km
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 28 km
Facilities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Other for your stay
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Kitchen
- Free Wi Fi
- Air conditioning
- Flat screen TV
- View
- Bath
- Family rooms
- Washing machine
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Mosquito net
- Tile/marble floor
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Safety & security
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safety deposit box
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
Outdoors
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Balcony
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
- Russian
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check in/check out
- Express check in/check out
Outdoor & View
- City view
- View
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Cleaning services
- Laundry
House rules at Elegant Suite – Acropolis
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 15:00
- 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 10.0
Comfort 9.7
Location 9.7
Free Wi Fi 8.8
Facilities 9.5
Cleanliness 9.7
Value for money 9.7
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