4-star hotel
Muses Residence
Genneou Kolokotroni 42, Athens, 11741, Greece
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Muses Residence overview
First Impressions
Walking up to Muses Residence on Genneou Kolokotroni Street, you immediately get the sense this isn’t your typical Athens hotel. The four-star property sits in a quiet residential area that feels refreshingly removed from the tourist chaos, yet you’re still close enough to everything that matters. I mean, couples consistently rate this location highly — and honestly, I can see why. There’s something about the tree-lined street that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled onto a local secret.
The Neighborhood Advantage
What I love about this spot is how it strikes that perfect balance between accessibility and tranquility. You’re in a genuine Athenian neighborhood where locals actually live and work, not just another hotel strip. The nearby cafes serve proper Greek coffee (not the tourist stuff), and you’ll find small tavernas within walking distance that don’t even have English menus — which is exactly what you want. Getting to the Acropolis or Plaka takes maybe 15 minutes by metro, but when you come back in the evening, you’re retreating to this peaceful enclave.
Sleep Quality That Actually Delivers
Here’s something that really stood out — the beds at Muses Residence are genuinely comfortable, not just hotel-marketing comfortable. Recent guests consistently rave about getting proper sleep here, and after experiencing Athens’ typical street noise elsewhere, I understand the relief. The rooms are well-insulated from outside sounds, which is no small feat in a city that never quite goes to sleep. You know what? Sometimes the most important upscale is simply waking up rested, and this place delivers on that promise.
The Practical Details
The property itself feels more like a well-appointed residence than a traditional hotel — hence the name, I suppose. Staff members actually seem to know guests by name after a day or two, which creates this welcoming atmosphere you don’t often find in larger properties. The common areas have that lived-in elegance that makes you want to linger over morning coffee rather than rush out for sightseeing. It’s not flashy or over-designed, just thoughtfully put together with attention to the details that matter when you’re staying somewhere for more than a night.
Why Guests Love It
With a 9.0 rating, Muses Residence clearly gets something right that many Athens hotels miss. It’s that combination of being genuinely local while still meeting international standards of comfort and service. Couples particularly appreciate how the location offers both romance and practicality — you can stroll quiet streets in the evening but still reach major attractions without hassle. The property feels like a home base rather than just a place to sleep, which makes all the difference when you’re trying to experience Athens like more than just a tourist passing through.
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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