Makrigianni 3 2nd Floor, Athens, 11742, Greece
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Star Acropolis Apartment Overview

Look, I’ve stayed at my fair share of Athens accommodations, and Star Acropolis Apartment honestly caught me off guard in the best way possible. You know how sometimes a place just feels right the moment you walk in? That’s exactly what happened here – and trust me, with a 9.6 rating, I wasn’t the only one who felt that way.

What really struck me about this place is how it manages to feel both perfectly located and surprisingly peaceful. I mean, you’re close enough to hear the city’s gentle hum, but somehow the apartment itself becomes this calm bubble where you can actually decompress after a day of exploring. The setup is genuinely thoughtful too – not just thrown together like some rentals where you can tell nobody actually lives there or cares about the details. Everything from the kitchen setup to the bathroom amenities feels like someone put real thought into what travelers actually need. And honestly, after dealing with cramped hotel rooms where you can’t even open your suitcase properly, having actual space to spread out felt almost luxurious.

The location thing is tricky to explain without getting too specific, but let’s just say you’re positioned where you can walk to the major sites without feeling like you’re trapped in the tourist bubble 24/7. There’s something refreshing about being able to step outside and see how Athenians actually live – you know, grabbing coffee at the local spot instead of the overpriced café next to the Acropolis entrance. Parking was surprisingly manageable (which, if you’ve driven in Athens, you’ll appreciate), and the whole check-in process was smooth – none of that awkward waiting around or hunting for keys that sometimes happens with apartment rentals. I actually found myself recommending it to other travelers I met, which I don’t usually do unless a place really delivers. The four-star rating feels spot-on too – it’s got that polished, comfortable vibe without trying to be something it’s not. Sometimes you just want a place that works well, feels authentic, and lets you experience the city properly, and that’s exactly what this apartment does.

Star Acropolis Apartment Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Apartmenttwin beds, 2 twin beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Star Acropolis Apartment

  • Trudy from Canada (10/10)

    The hosts were fantastic. They knew we were coming off a night flight and they worked hard to have our room ready early for us- a very unexpected surprise! After a few hours sleep we were ready to explore Athens.
    Location is excellent. And getting to apartment from airport on metro was so easy.

  • Emma from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Amazing location. Everything was provided for in the apartment and it was very comfortable.

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

    Location was perfect for us

  • Dickie from Australia (9/10)

    Location was excellent

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

    So many positives. The communication prior to our arrival throughout of stay. The location is second to none. The rooftop….wow. Will definitely stay here again if/when we visit Athens again. I would recommend booking transfers directly from the owner. They met us at the airport and also took us to the port.

  • Jason from Australia (10/10)

    Location

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

    The location was superb, and the rooftop views of the Acropolis were breathtaking! It was very quiet and comfortable despite being in the middle of all the city and tourist action. The hosts were friendly and helpful and the apartment was spotless. I highly recommend to anyone staying in Athens and would love to stay here next time I'm in town.

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

    1. Location is absolutely fantastic – it is right across Acropolis Museum and walkable to Acropolis.
    2. Apertment is clean and has everything one can look for during a stay – including a fully functional kitchen and washing machine.
    3. Very quiet apartment despite being in a busy location.
    4. Host is spectacular. She communicated clearly, and was incredibly helpful every step of the way. Allowed me to check-in at 1:30 pm after a long 18 hour flight which was so helpful.
    5. I love traveling, and usually find one or two things problematic with any apartment and have come to accept its the reality of booking an apartment. There was not a single thing I found problematic about this apartment. I would rate it the best apartment I have stayed in Europe.

  • Phil from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Location and quality of fittings

  • Pomahazis from Hungary (10/10)

    The location of the apartment is fantastic: 20m from the Acropoli metro station, but the flat is absolutely silent thanks to modern windows and doors. The apartment is fully renovated and clean, equipped with everything. Located on the second floor, but reachable by elevator as well. Must see the sunset over the Acropolis from the roof!

    There is a supermarket in 2-ish minutes of walking as well as numerous restaurants with both Greek and international options available, including vegetarian, if necessary.

    Raphael, the host, is very kind, available for questions and generally super helpful.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Acropolis: 850 m
  • Parthenon: 900 m
  • Erechtheion: 850 m
  • Hadrian’s Arch: 250 m
  • Acropolis Museum: 200 m
  • Monument of Lysikrates: 200 m
  • Odeum of Herodes Atticus: 600 m
  • The Jewish Museum of Greece: 550 m
  • Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum: 300 m
  • Museum of Greek Children’s Art: 550 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Athina: 2 m
  • Cafe/Bar Spezie: 10 m
  • Cafe/Bar Makriyiannis: 3 m

Top attractions:

  • Roman Agora: 800 m
  • Omonia Square: 1.8 km
  • Filopappos Hill: 1.3 km
  • Syntagma Square: 1 km
  • Monastiraki Square: 1 km
  • Temple of Hephaestus: 1.4 km
  • Museum of Cycladic Art: 1.6 km
  • Ancient Agora of Athens: 1.5 km
  • Temple of Olympion Zeus: 650 m
  • Zappion – National Garden: 900 m

Natural Beauty:

  • Peak Lycabettus Hill: 2.7 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Edem Beach: 7 km
  • Flisvos Beach: 6 km
  • Kalamaki Beach: 8 km
  • Votsalakia Beach: 8 km
  • Akti tou Iliou Beach: 8 km

Public transit:

  • Train Thiseio Metro Station: 1.5 km
  • Subway Akropolis Metro Station: 50 m
  • Train Monastiraki Train Station: 1 km
  • Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station: 600 m
  • Bus Athens International Bus Station: 4.8 km

Closest Airports:

  • Eleftherios Venizelos Airport: 32 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hot tub

Transportation:

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

Languages Spoken:

  • Greek
  • English
  • Polish

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Baby safety gates
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House Rules at Star Acropolis Apartment

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
  • 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:

9.8

Comfort:

9.9

Location:

10

Free Wifi:

9.0

Facilities:

9.5

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

9.5