4-star hotel
Live in Athens, THISEIO Historic House
23 Akteou, Athens, 11851, Greece
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Live in Athens, THISEIO Historic House overview
You know what caught me off guard about Live in Athens, THISEIO Historic House? The moment you step inside, you’re basically living inside a piece of Athenian history – and I mean that in the best possible way. This isn’t one of those sterile boutique places that just slaps “historic” in the name and calls it a day. The building actually breathes with stories, and you can feel it in the worn marble steps and the way the afternoon light filters through those old windows.
Thiseio itself is honestly one of my favorite neighborhoods in Athens – it’s got this perfect balance where you’re close enough to all the major sites (the Acropolis views from certain spots around here are absolutely unreal), but you’re not drowning in tour groups every time you step outside. The narrow streets have this lived-in quality that a lot of the more touristy areas have lost, and there’s something about walking to a local taverna at night that makes you feel like you’re actually experiencing Athens rather than just visiting it. The metro station is right there too, which – let’s be real – makes life so much easier when you want to explore other parts of the city.
What really sets this place apart, though, is how they’ve managed to preserve the character of the original house while actually making it comfortable to stay in. I’ve been in plenty of “historic” accommodations that feel like museums where you’re afraid to touch anything, but this feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s place – if that friend happened to have impeccable taste and a serious appreciation for Greek architecture. The 8.6 rating makes total sense once you’re there; it’s the kind of score that comes from guests who appreciate authenticity over flashy amenities. Sure, you might hear the occasional motorbike rumbling down the cobblestones early in the morning (welcome to Athens), but that’s part of the charm – you’re in a real neighborhood, not some sanitized hotel district. The four-star rating feels right too; it’s polished and comfortable without being precious about it.
Live in Athens, THISEIO Historic House accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Apartment | 1 single bed, 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Live in Athens, THISEIO Historic House
Aine
Beautiful. Perfectly laid out. All we needed and great location
Zoran
Wonderful location very close to the city center and all touristic attractions yet not on a main route and hidden within the "real" Athens area which enabled us to enjoy in authenticity of this magnificent city life.
Melissa
A very nice apartment with spacious rooms and modern kitchen. Very clean! Grocery store is only steps away so I felt at home quickly. Also appreciated the washing machine. Location couldn't be better - quiet neighborhood but only minutes from subway, shopping and of course the splendid Apostolou Pavlou. I really liked being tucked away and not directly on the street. The little terrace is a restful place to read a book. I look forward to returning to Athens and would happily stay in in this apartment again. Most importantly, every interaction before and during my trip with the staff at Live in Athens was a pleasure. Everyone was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating to this solo traveler. Nice to meet Thanos at the main office when I dropped by to pay my balance. Could be improved: I would suggest some brighter lights at the bathroom sink. Wifi was a bit spotty. I'd also suggest leaving some laundry detergent as I ended up buying a big jug that I only used about 1/4 cup of. Perhaps multi-language washing machine instructions, too? These are all minor things, none of which impacted my stay. Suggestions only.
Anat
Lovely apartment in a wonderful location with great ambiance and great restaurants nearby , very comfortable, well equipped. very attentive office, easy and friendly communication with the office. The apartment has beautiful setting, we liked it a lot. Could be improved: The only thing we didn’t like is that the bus/ truck noise from the street very early in the morning.
Iftach
Beautiful place clean and all the information was super understandable Could be improved: Not enough light in the shower
Orlando
The location was fantastic. We were walking distance to all the main sites and the metro. It was a great apartment for a few days. Beds were comfortable and quiet at night. Air conditioning was superb. The kitchen was handy although we didn't use it.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Πομπειο
- 600 m
- Πομπειον
- 550 m
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 700 m
- Ναοσ Ηφαιστου
- 450 m
- Οδοσ Των Ταφων
- 500 m
- Νεο Βουλευτηριο
- 700 m
- Θολοσ πρυτανειον
- 700 m
- Πλατεία Αγίας Μαρίνας
- 250 m
- Αρχαιολογικοσ Χωροσ Θησειου
- 450 m
- Παλαιο Αστεροσκοπειο Αθηνων
- 500 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Restaurant Babouras
- 350 m
- Cafe/bar Wine Station
- 300 m
- Cafe/bar COFFEE ISLAND
- 500 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 950 m
- Parthenon
- 1.3 km
- Erechtheion
- 1 km
- Roman Agora
- 1.1 km
- Ancient Agora
- 700 m
- Filopappos Hill
- 1.2 km
- Monastiraki Square
- 900 m
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 850 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 1.1 km
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 3.4 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 7 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 6 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 9 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 7 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 9 km
Public transport
- Metro Thiseio Metro
- 500 m
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 3.7 km
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 400 m
- Metro Kerameikos Metro Station
- 700 m
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 950 m
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 29 km
Facilities
Other for your stay
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wi Fi
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Flat screen TV
- Pets allowed
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold up bed
- Clothes rack
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Iron
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Miscellaneous
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check in/check out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
Transport
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Car hire
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- CD player
- Radio
- TV
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Activities
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor & View
- Inner courtyard view
- Garden view
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying
Building characteristics
- Semi detached
Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
- Street parking
House rules at Live in Athens, THISEIO Historic House
Pets
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check in
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 8.8
Comfort 8.5
Location 9.6
Free Wi Fi 6.5
Facilities 8.5
Cleanliness 9.0
Value for money 8.5
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