4-star hotel
Maison de Famille
3 Ious, Glyfada, Athens, 16675, Greece
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Maison de Famille overview
You know what struck me first about Maison de Famille? The name actually means something here – this place genuinely feels like you’re staying at someone’s beautifully maintained family home, just one that happens to have impeccable service and those little touches that make you wonder why you ever bother with chain hotels.
I mean, with a 9.9 rating, I was expecting something special, but honestly? It still caught me off guard. The staff remembers your coffee preference after day one (and I’m talking about the specific oat milk brand, not just “non-dairy”). The rooms have this lived-in elegance – you’ll find actual books on the shelves, not just decorative spines, and the kind of lighting that makes you look good in bathroom mirrors instead of like you’ve been camping for a week. The beds are that perfect firmness where you actually wake up feeling rested instead of needing three cups of coffee just to function.
What really sets this place apart though – and this is something you only notice after staying at dozens of hotels – is how quiet it stays even when it’s full. The walls are properly thick, the hallways have actual rugs that muffle footsteps, and somehow they’ve managed to avoid that echo-y hotel corridor vibe entirely. I actually slept past my alarm here, which never happens when I travel. The whole property has this calm energy that just settles into your bones. Even check-in feels different – more like arriving at a friend’s place than processing through a lobby transaction. They pour you something to drink (proper drinks, not tiny water cups) while handling your details, and somehow make small talk that doesn’t feel forced or scripted. The four-star rating might seem modest, but honestly, I’ve stayed at five-star places that felt more impersonal and way less comfortable than this. Sometimes the ratings game doesn’t capture what actually makes a place memorable – like how the morning coffee smells when you walk downstairs, or the way afternoon light hits the common areas, or simply feeling like the people working there are genuinely happy you chose to stay with them. It’s one of those rare finds where the high rating actually undersells the experience rather than overselling it.
Maison de Famille accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 large double bed, 2 single beds | Max persons: 4 |
| Apartment with Garden View | 1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds | Max persons: 4 |
| Apartment - Ground Floor | 1 extra-large double bed, 2 single beds | Max persons: 4 |
Reviews of Maison de Famille
Anthony
Great location,Quiet,clean and convertible
Kerry
We stayed as a group of 12 across 3 apartments and it was perfect! Each apartment was huge and had everything you could need, and more! The kitchens were fully equipped. There was spare towels and bedding and endless storage! Eric, the host, was so welcoming and kind - gave us wine when we had had a long airport delay and then came with fresh breads and pastries the next morning! When something broke he fixed it immediately. He was easy to contact and always around to help. He was flexible with check in/out times. He really went above and beyond to make our stay so enjoyable, nothing was too much trouble - thank you! The location was great for the beach as well as restaurants, bars, shops etc. Everything you needed was walking distance. It was 5min walk to get the tram or bus to different areas. 30 min bus from the airport. Great aircon in every room - this was ideal in August! 2 sets of keys for each apartment - great for groups! Plenty of balconies and verandas to sit outside. Could be improved: One apartment had a slight smell on arrival but this quickly went after windows were opened etc.
Belgian
A very hospitable host, a large and cosy apartment, good AC, good wifi, close to the centre of Glyfada (restaurants, shops, ect.), free parking in the street, etc. To be recommended.
Rana
Location in Glyfada a Suburb of Athens was wonderful . The Host Eric was exceptional, accommodating and fast to respond to any concerns. We rented all three homes for a family reunion and it worked out perfectly. We enjoyed spending time in the garden. The homes were very eclectic including all the furnishing, utensils, and linens. They had everything you needed for a very comfortable stay. Eric met us with a bag full of pastries from a local patisserie that we ended up frequenting because it was delicious. He also brought over some wine when he found out it was our dad's 90th birthday. The location was great. Close to a lot of restaurants and the beach. We truly enjoyed our stay! Thank you Eric!
Mhd
No brekfast
Elisa
The owner has been very kind and welcomed us with a bottle of wine and a wonderful breakfast with delicious local products.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Esperidon Square
- 350 m
- Πλατεία Ρόδων
- 3.3 km
- Πλατεία Κρήτης
- 1.4 km
- Πλατεία Νυμφών
- 3 km
- Σπηλαιο Αρχεδημου
- 6 km
- Πλατεία 25ης Μαρτίου
- 3.7 km
- Αγιοσ Νικολαοσ Παλλων
- 4.7 km
- Πλατεία 28ης Οκτωβρίου
- 1.6 km
- Πλατεία Γεωργίου Δόγκα
- 3.4 km
- Παλαιοχριστιανικη Βασιλικη
- 550 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Restaurant Mimaya
- 200 m
- Restaurant Il Salotto
- 150 m
- Cafe/bar Carpo Glyfada
- 150 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 13 km
- Parthenon
- 14 km
- Erechtheion
- 14 km
- Roman Agora
- 14 km
- Filopappos Hill
- 13 km
- National Garden
- 13 km
- Acropolis Museum
- 14 km
- Museum of Cycladic Art
- 14 km
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 12 km
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 13 km
Natural beauty
- Lake Lake Vouliagmeni
- 7 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Voula Beach
- 1.9 km
- Asteras Beach
- 650 m
- Glyfada Beach A
- 2.3 km
- Glyfada Central Beach
- 1.4 km
- Agios Alexandros Beach
- 3.9 km
Public transport
- Metro Argiroupoli
- 5 km
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 19 km
- Metro Elliniko Metro Station
- 4.1 km
- Train Petralona Metro Station
- 14 km
- Train Monastiraki Railway Station
- 14 km
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 21 km
Facilities
Other for your stay
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Heating
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Free Wi Fi
- Flat screen TV
- View
- Bath
- Washing machine
- Non smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
- French
- Italian
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Non smoking rooms
Outdoor & View
- City view
- Garden view
- View
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- Satellite channels
- TV
Building characteristics
- Private apartment in building
- Detached
Outdoors
- Balcony
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Reception services
- Luggage storage
House rules at Maison de Famille
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 14:00 to 00:00
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check out
- From 10:00 to 11:30
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 9.6
Comfort 9.5
Location 9.9
Free Wi Fi 10.0
Facilities 9.3
Cleanliness 9.4
Value for money 8.9
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