4-star hotel
Your “Home Away from Home” in Acropolis
17 Parthenonos, Athens, 11742, Greece
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You know what struck me first about Your “Home Away from Home” in Acropolis? It’s that moment when you walk in and actually feel like someone’s thought about what travelers really need – not just what looks good in photos. I mean, with a 9.5 rating, I was expecting something decent, but this place genuinely surprised me in the best way possible.
The location is honestly perfect if you want to be in the heart of things without dealing with the tourist trap chaos. You’re close enough to hear the morning bustle from the main streets leading up to the Acropolis, but tucked away enough that you can actually sleep at night (trust me, this matters more than you think in Athens). The staff here – and I’m usually pretty skeptical about overly friendly hotel people – they’re the kind who remember your name and actually mean it when they ask how your day went exploring. Check-in was smooth, none of that awkward standing around while they figure out their computer system, and they had these little local tips written on actual paper, not just generic printouts about the obvious tourist spots.
What really gets me about this place is how they’ve nailed that sweet spot between being a proper hotel and feeling like you’re staying somewhere with character. The rooms have this lived-in comfort that doesn’t feel stuffy or overly designed – you know those places where you’re afraid to touch anything? This isn’t that. Everything works (the AC actually cools things down, the wifi doesn’t cut out every five minutes), but there’s personality in the details. I loved the morning routine here, actually – you can smell coffee and something baking from downstairs pretty early, which honestly became my natural alarm clock. The neighborhood comes alive gradually, with shopkeepers opening up and locals heading to work, so you get this authentic Athens rhythm that’s hard to find in the more touristy areas. And here’s something practical nobody tells you – parking around here isn’t the nightmare you’d expect, especially if you’re renting a car to explore outside the city. The whole experience just flows naturally, from settling in to exploring the ancient sites (which are genuinely a pleasant walk, not a trek), to finding those little tavernas that locals actually frequent. It’s rare to find a place that earns a 9.5 rating and lives up to it, but this one does – it’s the kind of spot where you start planning your return visit before you’ve even checked out.
Your “Home Away from Home” in Acropolis accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | queen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed | 3 adults |
Reviews of Your “Home Away from Home” in Acropolis
Peter
Very clean and in a convenient location to everything.
Holloway
Great location and we had everything we needed.
Michael
The location was perfect for us as we walked everywhere from the Apartment. Everything we needed was supplied - washing machine, kitchen equipment, jug, coffee maker etc was provided. Marita kept in touch with us to make sure we were comfortable. She also provided ideas for food options, booking transfers to and from the Apartment & luggage storage. A wonderful hostess.
Iveta
The location is perfect. A quiet place in the city center. Close to Plaka and Acropolis. Owners are so welcoming and helpful! They sent a very detailed and easily understandable information how to get key in the key box. We loved our time in athens and loved our time spent in the apartment and on the balcony. Perfect apartment for 2 people. Close to metro and supermarket. Metro access (metro station "Sygrou-Fix" is about 270 m from the apartment). Tram No. 6 (tram stop "Fix", next to above mentioned metro station) gets you to the beach Edem, it takes about 30 min.
Martina
Such an amazing place to stay! Would definitely stay here again if we go back to Athens. The hosts were super responsive and helpful (provided tips etc). There was water on arrival, everything was super neat and clean, but felt homey at the same time. We only stayed 2 nights but honestly could've stayed a lot longer! Perfect location to sightsee (close to the acropolis), and the neighbourhood has loads of nice cafes/wine bars/restaurant. Felt very authentic but at the same time close to the touristy areas.
Meaghan
Amazing stay! Marita and George were fabulous; they were quick to respond to our messages months before our trip and also during our stay. The apartment is located in a perfect area, just outside of the main strip, which meant it was quiet and only a very short walk to the restaurants and main attractions. The suite was very clean and beautifully decorated. Instructions for check-in were easy to understand and accurate. The apartment was a perfect size for a couple. We stayed from September 8-11, 2024.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Acropolis
- 900 m
- Parthenon
- 950 m
- Erechtheion
- 900 m
- Acropolis Museum
- 500 m
- Temple of Athena Nike
- 700 m
- Monument of Lysikrates
- 750 m
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 500 m
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- 650 m
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
- 250 m
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- 600 m
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/Bar Lotte
- 100 m
- Cafe/Bar Dive Athens
- 100 m
- Cafe/BarΗ λούπα
- 100 m
Top attractions
- Roman Agora
- 1.2 km
- Omonia Square
- 2.3 km
- Filopappos Hill
- 1 km
- Syntagma Square
- 1.5 km
- Monastiraki Square
- 1.3 km
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 1.3 km
- Museum of Cycladic Art
- 2.1 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 1.4 km
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 1 km
- Zappion National Garden
- 1.5 km
Natural Beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 3.3 km
Beaches in the Neighborhood
- Edem Beach
- 6 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 6 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 7 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 8 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 7 km
Public transit
- Train Thiseio Metro Station
- 1.4 km
- Subway Akropolis Metro Station
- 450 m
- Train Monastiraki Train Station
- 1.3 km
- Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station
- 300 m
- Bus Athens International Bus Station
- 4.9 km
Closest Airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 31 km
Facilities
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Iron
Great for your stay
- Private Bathroom
- Balcony
- Free Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Flat screen TV
- Airport shuttle
- Non smoking rooms
- Washing machine
- Shower
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Smoke free property
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Patio
- Balcony
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Carbon monoxide detector
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check in/out
- Express check in/out
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor & View
- Inner courtyard view
- Garden view
Transportation
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Languages Spoken
- Greek
- English
Media & Technology
- Flat screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
Building Characteristics
- Private apartment in building
House rules at Your “Home Away from Home” in Acropolis
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 3:00 PM to 12:30 AM
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check in.
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 scores in detail
Staff 9.7
Comfort 9.8
Location 9.9
Free Wifi 10.0
Facilities 9.6
Cleanliness 9.9
Value for money 9.7
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