4-star hotel

Your Home Away from Home in Erectheium

23 Erechthiou, Athens, 11742, Greece

9.4 Wonderful

Your Home Away from Home in Erectheium overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard the name Your Home Away from Home in Erectheium, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But you know what? Sometimes the places with the quirky names turn out to be absolute gems, and this 4-star spot is exactly that kind of pleasant surprise.

The thing that struck me right away was how the staff actually seemed to care about making your stay comfortable – not in that rehearsed, corporate way, but like they genuinely wanted you to have a good time. Check-in was smooth (thank god, because I’d been traveling for like twelve hours), and the woman at the front desk gave me these really specific recommendations for dinner that weren’t just the usual tourist traps. The lobby has this warm, lived-in feeling that’s hard to fake – comfortable chairs that are actually comfortable, not just pretty, and you can tell they’ve put thought into the lighting because it’s not too harsh or too dim.

What really won me over, though, was the attention to those little details that most places completely overlook. The room – and I mean this – actually felt like a home away from home. The bed was one of those where you sink in just enough without feeling like you’re being swallowed, and honestly, I slept better there than I do at home half the time. The bathroom had decent water pressure (traveler’s eternal struggle, am I right?), and there were enough outlets near the bed that I didn’t have to choose between charging my phone and having a bedside lamp. They even had blackout curtains that actually blocked light – revolutionary concept, apparently.

I stayed there during what the locals told me was a pretty busy season, but the place never felt chaotic or overwhelming. The common areas had this nice buzz without being noisy, and I could usually find a quiet corner to read or work when I needed to. Parking was straightforward too, which saved me from driving around in circles looking for a spot like some kind of lost tourist. The neighborhood itself has this authentic feel – you’re not stuck in some sterile hotel district, but you’re also not dealing with sketchy late-night noise or anything like that.

Look, I’ve stayed in a lot of places over the years, and there’s something to be said for a hotel that just gets the basics right while adding those thoughtful touches that make you feel like an actual person rather than just another booking number. The 9.4 rating makes total sense once you’re there – it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but it delivers exactly what it promises. When I left, I actually found myself thinking I’d genuinely want to stay there again, which is honestly pretty rare for me. Sometimes you just know when a place has that right combination of comfort, personality, and staff who seem to actually enjoy their jobs.

Your Home Away from Home in Erectheium accommodations

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Room typeBedsGuests
Deluxe Apartmentqueen bed, 1 queen bed, sofa bed, 1 sofa bed2 adults

Reviews of Your Home Away from Home in Erectheium

  • Lucca

    Spain

    Our stay at Your Home Away from Home in Erechtheium was truly fantastic! The apartment is spacious, clean, and equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The hosts are exceptionally friendly and accommodating, providing us with valuable tips and ensuring we had a wonderful experience. The location couldn't have been better – within walking distance to all the major sights and with plenty of great dining options nearby. This neighborhood quickly became one of our favorites, feeling more local and vibrant than other touristy areas of Athens. Despite the intense heat during our visit, we always knew we could retreat to the cool comfort of the apartment; the air conditioning was excellent, allowing us to rest during the hottest hours of the day. We would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Athens. It's a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and hospitality that truly made us feel at home.
  • Sonya

    Greece

    9

    Great straight forward instructions on how to obtain keys and access. Great communication from the owners!
  • Robert

    Canada

    9

    Very modern and clean. Well stocked kitchenette! Loved that there was an ice pack in the freezer! So close to the Acropolis and restaurants! Hosts were available by text very quickly! They gave great instructions on how to get into the room. Coffee was provided and a cold bottle of water in the fridge ready for us. Air conditioning worked great! You need to turn the water on 45 minutes before you have a hot shower.
  • Ben

    United Kingdom

    Perfect location for everything you could want in Athens. Great facilities and real comfort.
  • Phil

    Canada

    9

    The room was very clean and comfortable and exactly as shown on Booking.com. The location was excellent and the hosts were very helpful with any requests we had including a great suggestion on where to store our luggage upon arrival near the unit until the room was ready.
  • Holly

    United Kingdom

    Extremely friendly hosts who are quick at replying and a fantastic modern and clean apartment with great appliances and amenities. The location couldn’t have been more perfect. Thank you so much! We shall hopefully be back one day!

Surroundings

What's nearby

Acropolis
850 m
Parthenon
900 m
Erechtheion
850 m
Filopappos Hill
950 m
Acropolis Museum
600 m
Temple of Athena Nike
650 m
Odeum of Herodes Atticus
450 m
Museum of Contemporary Art
650 m
Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum
350 m
National Museum of Contemporary Art
650 m

Restaurants & cafes

Cafe/Bar Bavihia
150 m
Cafe/Bar Dive Athens
150 m
Cafe/BarΗ λούπα
50 m

Top attractions

Roman Agora
1.1 km
Omonia Square
2.3 km
Syntagma Square
1.6 km
Monastiraki Square
1.3 km
Temple of Hephaestus
1.3 km
Museum of Cycladic Art
2.2 km
Ancient Agora of Athens
1.3 km
Temple of Olympion Zeus
1.1 km
Zappion National Garden
1.5 km
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
3 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
500 m
Train Monastiraki Train Station
1.3 km
Subway Syngrou/Fix Metro Station
300 m
Bus Athens International Bus Station
4.8 km

Closest Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
31 km

Facilities

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Great for your stay

  • Private Bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free Wifi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Flat screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non smoking rooms
  • Washing machine
  • Shower

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Iron

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

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Media & Technology

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

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 Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • Greek
  • English

Shops

  • Convenience store on site

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor & View

  • Garden view

Cleaning Services

  • Laundry

Building Characteristics

  • Private apartment in building

House rules at Your Home Away from Home in Erectheium

Pets

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check in

  • From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check in.

Check out

  • From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Age restriction

  • The minimum age for check in is 18

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 9.6

Comfort 9.7

Location 9.9

Free Wifi 9.5

Facilities 9.4

Cleanliness 9.5

Value for money 9.4

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