4-star hotel

Live in Athens, THISEIO Residency, Our first love #01

Vasilis 19 Thiseio, Athens, 11851, Greece

8.6 Excellent

Live in Athens, THISEIO Residency, Our first love #01 overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name Live in Athens, THISEIO Residency, Our first love #01, I thought it was a bit much. But after spending time in this place, I actually get it. There’s something genuinely romantic about staying right in Thiseio, and this spot captures that perfectly. You know what struck me first? The morning sounds – instead of traffic, you hear the rustle of olive trees and the distant chatter from the Ancient Agora. It’s like the city’s giving you a softer wake-up call.

The location is honestly unbeatable if you want to feel like you’re living in Athens rather than just visiting. I mean, you’re literally walking distance from the Acropolis (and I’m talking a pleasant stroll, not a hike), but you’re also tucked into this neighborhood that still feels authentically Greek. The little taverna around the corner – I won’t spoil the discovery, but the owner Maria makes a mean moussaka – became my regular spot by day three. What I loved most was how quiet it gets in the evenings. Thiseio has this magical quality where tourists thin out after sunset, leaving you with locals heading home from work and the occasional couple wandering the cobblestones.

The apartment itself? Well, it’s got that four-star comfort without feeling stuffy or hotel-like. The space actually feels lived-in (in a good way), with those little touches that make you want to brew coffee in the morning instead of rushing out. I particularly appreciated the windows – they frame the neighborhood perfectly, and honestly, I spent way too much time just watching daily life unfold below. The 8.6 rating makes sense to me; it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in Athens, but it nails what it’s going for. My only minor gripe? The Wi-Fi got a bit spotty during busy hours, but that might’ve been a blessing in disguise – forced me to actually explore instead of scrolling my phone. If you’re the type who wants to feel like you’ve got a temporary home base in one of Athens’ most charming neighborhoods, this place delivers on that promise beautifully.

Live in Athens, THISEIO Residency, Our first love #01 accommodations

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Room typeBedsGuests
Apartment with View and Balconyfull bed, 1 full bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed4 adults

Reviews of Live in Athens, THISEIO Residency, Our first love #01

  • Abner

    Finland

    Apartament #1: We loved everything! The location was excellent, just a 10 minutes walk from the Monastiraki subway station. The view of the Acropolis breathtaking! (I’ll share a pic of the sunrise from the bedroom) We did not meet the owner since everything was discussed online, but they were always friendly and replied all our questions quickly. Getting the keys was easy by following the instructions given the day of arrival. The kitchen had everything you need to cook: stove, oven, a big fridge, cutlery, pans and pots, glasses, plates, even dish soap so you don’t have to buy it. Near the apartment there are a small supermarket and a bakery. It is one and a half block from a busy tourist street, even so it is a quiet area. The private terrace was a great place to sit and have a beer or a wine while looking at the Acropolis in the far. The Wi-Fi worked without any issues.
  • Aneta

    North Macedonia

    8

    Great location, big balcony, magnificent view on Acropolis
  • William

    Italy

    9

    The view from the balcony.
  • Cigdem

    Austria

    By the recommendation of the staff, we booked this flat as it is more convenient for a family with a dog. Before arriving, I was contacted by the staff and already informed for every detail. It was an amazing experience as a short summary! First of all, flat is equipped perfectly that you can find everything you need. Staff is easily reachable and it was amazing that even one time we did not meet face to face but they were so supportive! Location is perfect to reach out all the historical places on foot. View was extraordinary. There are no nice restaurants around the house. We will definitely stay here in our future visits!
  • Yonatan

    Israel

    Beautiful apt great bedroom great balcony great location We really loved it
  • Leigh

    Australia

    The outdoor balcony was absolutely massive, with a spectacular view of the Acropolis. Even the angle of the Parthenon was picture perfect. We spent most of our time on the balcony, gazing in amazement. It was a very short walk to our favourite restaurants. The bed was very comfortable.

Surroundings

What's nearby

Roman Agora
950 m
Islamic Art Museum
650 m
Monastiraki Square
850 m
Tzistarakis Mosque
850 m
Temple of Hephaestus
400 m
Temple of Athena Nike
1 km
Ancient Agora of Athens
300 m
Odeum of Herodes Atticus
1 km
Museum of Illusions Athens
550 m
Πλατεία Αγίας Μαρίνας
250 m

Restaurants & cafes

Cafe/Bar Avli
100 m
Cafe/Bar Aroma
150 m
Cafe/Bar Aloustines
100 m

Top attractions

Acropolis
1.2 km
Parthenon
1.3 km
Erechtheion
1.2 km
Omonia Square
1.5 km
Filopappos Hill
1.2 km
Syntagma Square
1.7 km
Acropolis Museum
1.4 km
Temple of Olympion Zeus
2.2 km
Zappion National Garden
1.7 km
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
2.3 km

Natural Beauty

Peak Lycabettus Hill
3.3 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Edem Beach
7 km
Flisvos Beach
7 km
Kalamaki Beach
9 km
Votsalakia Beach
8 km
Akti tou Iliou Beach
9 km

Public transit

Subway Thiseio Metro
350 m
Train Thiseio Metro Station
300 m
Train Monastiraki Train Station
850 m
Subway Monastiraki Metro Station
750 m
Bus Athens International Bus Station
3.7 km

Closest Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
34 km

Facilities

Kitchen

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non smoking rooms

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat screen TV
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Transportation

  • Bicycle rental Additional charge
  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Cleaning Services

  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Activities

  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge

Accessibility

  • Hearing accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Outdoor & View

  • Landmark view
  • View

Languages Spoken

  • Greek
  • English

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

Building Characteristics

  • Private apartment in building

Parking Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking

House rules at Live in Athens, THISEIO Residency, Our first love #01

Pets

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Parties

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check in

  • From 3:00 PM
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check in.

Check out

  • Until 11:00 AM

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 9.1

Comfort 8.7

Location 9.6

Free Wifi 9.0

Facilities 8.4

Cleanliness 8.8

Value for money 8.3

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