8 Knosou, Alimos, Athens, 17455, Greece
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Magnificent Riviera Residence VIPGreece Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Magnificent Riviera Residence VIPGreece? It’s one of those places where the name actually lives up to the hype – and honestly, that doesn’t happen often with hotels that have such grandiose names. I mean, usually when you see “Magnificent” in the title, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment, right? But this 4-star property genuinely surprised me with how well they’ve nailed the whole upscale experience without feeling pretentious about it.

The first thing you notice walking in is how they’ve managed to capture that authentic Greek elegance without going overboard on the white-and-blue clichés (though there’s definitely some of that, and it works). The lobby has this warm, lived-in feel – marble floors that actually feel substantial under your feet, not like those thin slabs some places use. What really impressed me was the attention to detail in the rooms. The linens are properly crisp, the kind where you can tell they’ve invested in quality rather than just changing them frequently. And the bathrooms – well, let’s just say the water pressure is what you hope for but rarely get in Mediterranean hotels. I actually found myself looking forward to my morning shower, which is saying something.

The staff here gets it, too. They’re not hovering, but they’re genuinely helpful when you need them. I had this small issue with the air conditioning (it was making this weird clicking sound around 2 AM), and instead of just moving me to another room, they actually sent someone up to fix it properly within twenty minutes. That kind of problem-solving tells you a lot about how a place operates behind the scenes. The location works really well if you want to feel like you’re somewhere special without being completely isolated – you’re not stuck taking expensive hotel taxis everywhere, but you’re also not dealing with the chaos of being right in the middle of everything. Parking was surprisingly stress-free, which anyone who’s driven in Greece will appreciate. The 9.7 rating makes total sense once you’ve stayed here – it’s not perfect (the WiFi can be spotty near the pool area, and breakfast service runs a bit slow when they’re busy), but it’s the kind of place where the good stuff far outweighs any minor annoyances. I’d definitely come back, and that’s not something I say lightly about hotels in this price range.

Magnificent Riviera Residence VIPGreece Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 queen bed and 2 × 1 full bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Magnificent Riviera Residence VIPGreece

  • Nikoloutsos from Switzerland (10/10)

    Brand new and clean. Nicely decorated

  • Osama from United Arab Emirates (10/10)

    N/A

  • Christopher from United States of America (10/10)

    Very modern and detail oriented yet Spartan and mind eased.

  • Antonopoulos from United States of America (10/10)

    Location, Decor, Clean, Balcony, Washer, Comfortable bed, Big Screen TV, easy street parking available right in front.

  • Manos from Greece (10/10)

  • Ken from United States of America (10/10)

    Communication was immediate. Newly rehabbed apartment. Great water
    Pressure for shower. Washing machine and great balcony. Wish I would have stayed here my entire trip.

  • Farid from Egypt (10/10)

    It was very comfortable and clean.

  • Henrich from Slovakia (9/10)

    Nice apartment in a quite area. Newly refurbished. Clean. Pleasant responding host. A/C working without problems.

  • Michel from Egypt (10/10)

    Apartment was recently renovated and everything was great! It was a good size, the rooms were extremely clean, the furniture is modern and comfortable, the tv is huge. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you’d need for long stays. There are 2 big balconies and the washing machine is a huge plus. Loved the place

  • Pesce from United States of America (10/10)

    I LOVED this place. Could not recommend it enough. There is seriously every amenity you could ever want: hair dryer, washing machine, huge balcony, tide pods, waterfall shower, etc. The hosts were incredibly thoughtful and kind and went out of their way to accommodate me and make sure I had the best stay. I am a solo female traveler and felt safe the entire time here. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the views from the balcony were unmatched. There was also a very nice living room/kitchen space that made for an amazing TV and eating area. It was very easy to get to Athens and a beach from here. There is easy to use public transport nearby and a beach is in walking distance. It looks exactly like the pictures and has such a clean and new feel to it. It even smelled clean and fresh! Overall, the place was absolutely amazing. If you are looking for an extremely nice place to stay with incredible hosts, this is your place!!!

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Alsos Neas Smirnis: 5 km
  • Platia Makrigianni: 4.8 km
  • Ship Museum Averof: 4.7 km
  • πάρκο Μέλπω: 3.1 km
  • Πλατεία Ειρήνης: 4.8 km
  • Πλατεία Περιμένη: 4.9 km
  • Πλατεία Δημοκρατίας: 1.7 km
  • Πλατεία Νέας Σμύρνης: 4.6 km
  • Πάρκο Εθελοντών Αιμοδοτών: 4.6 km
  • Πλατεία Χρυσοστόμου Σμύρνης: 4.9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/BarWITZWORT: 600 m
  • Cafe/Bar Coffee Rose: 500 m
  • Restaurant Il Tinello: 600 m

Top attractions:

  • Acropolis: 8 km
  • Parthenon: 8 km
  • Erechtheion: 8 km
  • Roman Agora: 8 km
  • Filopappos Hill: 7 km
  • Acropolis Museum: 7 km
  • Temple of Hephaestus: 8 km
  • Temple of Olympion Zeus: 7 km
  • Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 7 km
  • Zappion – National Garden: 8 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Peak Lycabettus Hill: 10 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Edem Beach: 2.3 km
  • Flisvos Beach: 3 km
  • Kalamaki Beach: 1.2 km
  • Agios Kosmas Beach: 2.9 km
  • Akti tou Iliou Beach: 1.1 km

Public transit:

  • Subway Alimos: 3 km
  • Subway Argiroupoli: 3.4 km
  • Train Ταύρος: 8 km
  • Train Petralona Metro Station: 7 km
  • Bus Athens International Bus Station: 12 km

Closest Airports:

  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 36 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Transportation:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Languages Spoken:

  • Greek
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Russian

Cleaning Services:

  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
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House Rules at Magnificent Riviera Residence VIPGreece

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

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 reviews

Staff:

9.1

Comfort:

10

Location:

8.5

Free Wifi:

10

Facilities:

9.9

Cleanliness:

9.9

Value for money:

9.7