4-star hotel
Muses Residence
Genneou Kolokotroni 42, Athens, 11741, Greece
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Muses Residence overview
You know what caught me off guard about Muses Residence? It’s one of those places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you – and that’s exactly why it works so well. I mean, with a 9.0 rating, I was expecting something flashy, but honestly, the charm here is way more subtle than that. The building itself has this understated elegance that grows on you, like when you notice the little architectural details in the facade or the way the lobby lighting hits just right in the early evening.
The rooms are what really sold me though. They’ve got this lived-in sophistication – not sterile like some four-star places can be, but actually comfortable. The beds are proper firm (thank god), and there’s enough space to spread out without feeling like you’re rattling around in an oversized suite. What I loved most was the attention to the small stuff – good water pressure in the shower, blackout curtains that actually block light, and outlets positioned where you’d actually want to plug things in. The staff has this refreshing approach too – they’re genuinely helpful without that overly rehearsed hospitality thing that can feel so fake. Check-in was smooth, and when I had questions about the area, they gave me real recommendations, not just the touristy spots everyone suggests.
I’ll be honest, the neighborhood took me a minute to figure out, but that ended up being part of what I liked about staying there. It’s got this authentic local feel – you’re not surrounded by other hotels and souvenir shops, which means you get to see how people actually live in the area. Mornings were particularly nice because it’s quiet enough to actually sleep in if you want, but there’s still plenty of life happening just outside. The whole experience felt refreshingly real, if that makes sense. For a four-star place, Muses Residence delivers exactly what you’d hope for – solid comfort, genuine service, and that feeling like you’ve discovered something good rather than just booked the obvious choice. It’s the kind of place where you’d actually want to extend your stay a day or two, which honestly doesn’t happen to me very often.
Muses Residence accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| Two-Bedroom Apartment | 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, 2 twin beds, 2 twin beds, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 6 adults, 4 children |
| One-Bedroom Apartment | queen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 4 adults, 3 children |
| Deluxe Apartment | 2 twin beds, 2 twin beds, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 6 adults, 4 children |
| Apartment with Balcony | twin beds, 2 twin beds, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 4 adults, 3 children |
| Apartment with Backyard | 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 6 adults, 4 children |
| One-Bedroom Apartment | queen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 4 adults, 3 children |
Reviews of Muses Residence
Alexey
The place is good, silent, and safe. There is a small supermarket nearby. Ten minutes to Acropolis.
Martin
The location was perfect for my purposes - close to the uni & the city centre. The apartment itself was clean, comfy, with nice view. I highly appreciate the customer service.
Jamiilah
Located close to the acropolis- around 20 mins walk. The appartment was well equipped and very clean. The self check in process was very easy. Thank you to Marina for replying our queries promptly.
Nini
we booked 2 apartments and it was realy good, everything was clean and comfortable, we were with a 2 years old baby and this apartment was full of everything what we needed. location also is great … and the staff is very friendly 💙 thanks them✨
Marcela
15 minute walk to the center, nice neighbourhood. The property is just behind the hill of Acropolis and you can enter it 2 minutes from the property, we took a nice walk over the hill and got to see all of it (bring sneakers 😁). Everything was really clean and tidy, equipped with kitchen suppliances, there was even a coffee machine (bring your capsules). All in all great worth for money, spacious and clean, short walk to the center.
Annemarie
Our contact was Marina who was WONDERFUL. She arranged all our cab transfers and was friendly and efficient in answering any questions we had. The apartment was a 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom (Polyhymnia) and was spotlessly clean and quiet. There were enough cleaning and bathroom supplies provided as well as bed linen and towels. We had everything we needed for our stay. I especially loved the beautiful old creaky wooden floors! The location was fab for us. Koukaki neighbourhood is about 20/25 mins walk from the Acropolis museum and the two main streets to get there (Veikou and Dimitrakopoulou) are lined with artisan shops, boutiques, bars, cafes and delis where you can pick up some wonderful unique gifts and grab good food from Thai to tacos. There was a mini market 5 minutes walk away and restaurants 7-10 minutes walk. We were struck by the friendliness of the Athenians and how clean everywhere is. We visited in the last week of October and every day was a sunny 20 degrees. We had a blast, and Muses Residence really helped to make our stay enjoyable.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Erechtheion
- 1.6 km
- Filopappos Hill
- 550 m
- Acropolis Museum
- 1.6 km
- Temple of Athena Nike
- 1.4 km
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 1.3 km
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- 900 m
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
- 1.3 km
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- 950 m
- Πλατεία Αγίας Μαρίνας
- 1.4 km
- Πλατεία Κουντουριώτου
- 500 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/Bar Krikos
- 150 m
- Restaurant Cosca
- 200 m
- Cafe/BarΟ Λέλος
- 150 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 1.7 km
- Parthenon
- 1.7 km
- Roman Agora
- 1.8 km
- Omonia Square
- 3 km
- Syntagma Square
- 2.5 km
- Monastiraki Square
- 2 km
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 1.7 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 1.8 km
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 2 km
- Zappion National Garden
- 2.4 km
Natural Beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 4.2 km
Beaches in the Neighborhood
- Edem Beach
- 6 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 5 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 7 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 7 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 7 km
Public transit
- Subway Petralona Metro
- 900 m
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1.8 km
- Train Petralona Metro Station
- 850 m
- Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station
- 1.1 km
- Bus Athens International Bus Station
- 5 km
Closest Airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 33 km
Facilities
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Private entrance
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safe
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Smoke free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Non smoking rooms
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check in/out
- Express check in/out
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Living Area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
Transportation
- Shuttle service
- Airport shuttle
Languages Spoken
- Greek
- English
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Building Characteristics
- Private apartment in building
House rules at Muses Residence
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
Age restriction
- The minimum age for check in is 18
Children & Beds
- Child policies
- Children of all ages are welcome.
- Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
- To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
- Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
- Crib and extra bed policies
- The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
Cancellation/prepayment
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Accepted payment methods
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Union Pay credit card
- Discover
- Diners Club
- American Express
- Cash is not accepted
Guest scores in detail
Staff 9.1
Comfort 9.1
Location 8.8
Free Wifi 9.1
Facilities 9.2
Cleanliness 9.2
Value for money 9.3
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