4-star hotel
Zeus Bright & New Apartment – 25′ walk to the Acropolis
Γρυπάρη 2α, Kallithea, Athens, 17671, Greece
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I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name Zeus Bright & New Apartment – 25′ walk to the Acropolis, I thought it sounded a bit gimmicky. But you know what? Sometimes the straightforward places surprise you the most. This 4-star spot actually delivers on that promise about the Acropolis walk, and I mean really delivers – none of that “walking distance if you’re training for a marathon” nonsense you get with some Athens hotels.
The apartment itself feels genuinely new, not just “we slapped some paint on the walls and called it renovated” new. Everything’s crisp and clean, from the modern fixtures to the kind of air conditioning that actually works during those brutal August afternoons. I stayed here last spring when the city was just hitting that sweet spot weather-wise, and honestly, the place felt like a little sanctuary after long days wandering around the ancient sites. The windows are properly sealed too – important detail because Athens can get surprisingly noisy, especially if you’re near the main tourist drags. Here though, you’re tucked into more of a residential pocket where actual Athenians live, which I loved.
What really sold me on the place was how the location works in practice. That 25-minute walk to the Acropolis? It’s actually pleasant, winding through neighborhoods where you’ll pass little tavernas that don’t have English menus and old guys playing backgammon at corner cafés. I found myself taking different routes each day just to explore – sometimes cutting through Plaka if I wanted the full tourist experience, other times heading up through the quieter residential streets where you get these amazing glimpses of the Parthenon between buildings. The walk back uphill after a full day of sightseeing isn’t too brutal either, though I’ll admit I grabbed a taxi once or twice when my feet were completely done. There’s a small supermarket about three blocks away that’s perfect for grabbing breakfast stuff and water bottles, and the metro connection isn’t far if you want to venture out to Piraeus or other parts of the city. The 8.8 rating makes total sense to me – it’s one of those places that just works without any drama, delivers exactly what it promises, and leaves you feeling like you made a smart choice rather than falling for some overpriced tourist trap.
Zeus Bright & New Apartment – 25′ walk to the Acropolis accommodations
| Room type | Beds | Guests |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 double bed | Max persons: 2 |
Reviews of Zeus Bright & New Apartment – 25′ walk to the Acropolis
Maciej
The Zeus Apartment is very nice place to spent time with family in the middle of Athens. It was clean and good equipped. The apartment is located on 4th floor and has a nice view in multiple directions. There is an quite old elevator, maybe it does not look safe but at least works :). The apartment is very bright, you can enjoy the sun starting from early morning. But if you don't like it you can always unfold the awnings. There is a Bus stop right near to the apartments building. You can also reach the city center and Acropol by foot in around 25 minutes. 500m far from the apartment location, there is a bus stop you can reach the see side as well. There is a quite nice playground about 300m far from the apartment location. We spent a very nice time, living in Athens, as Greeks do :), in a nice Zeus apartment.
Kristina
The apartment is very nice and clean, and is the same as on the photos. The owner is very responsable for providing help. I had very good weekend in Athens.
Sangita
•Great amenities (shampoo, body wash, conditioner, water, hair dryer) •Great location which is walking distance to most popular tourist locations (acropolis), but also a very easy commute to the bus/ metro/ tram services! •Very spacious property with everything you need to enjoy being a tourist but also just enjoy being at a home away from home (Netflix, YouTube, storage, kitchen facilities) Could be improved: Nothing!!!
Charlotte
We absolutely loved the amenities book that was made by the host! It showed their favourite local spots and they are now our favourites too! The apartment was immaculate and perfect for us, the host was super friendly and communicated amazingly! The city itself is breathtaking and we will definitely be returning :)
Marianne
This apartment was secure, spacious, well equipped and nicely furnished. Easy to get to using the local public transport. It is in a 'local' neighbourhood with a handy supermarket close by. Could be improved: The communal entrance to the apartment has poor lighting and in the evenings and early morning can be very dark. Unfortunately, like so many locations in Athens, the apartment does suffer from traffic noise especially when the windows are opened.
Eugene
The host is very responsive, listens well and provides solutions (like directions, translations, transport arrangements etc.). The host is kind and considerate. The apartment is all that you need to lay down your head and relax after a long day out. Beds are great, shower works well, kitchen is sufficient. Could be improved: The area in general is typical Athens, but not unsafe or too far off the beaten rack. Close to public transport, groceries & some restaurants.
Surroundings
What's nearby
- Filopappos Hill
- 1.4 km
- Λοφοσ Κοιλησ
- 600 m
- Museum of Contemporary Art
- 1.4 km
- Πλατεία Κύπρου
- 1.4 km
- Φυλακη Του Σωκρατη
- 1.6 km
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- 1.4 km
- Μνημειο Φιλοπαππου
- 1.4 km
- Πλατεία Κουντουριώτου
- 500 m
- Πλατεία Μάχης Αναλάτου
- 1.5 km
- Παλαιο Αστεροσκοπειο Αθηνων
- 1.6 km
Restaurants & cafes
- Cafe/barmikel
- 600 m
- Restaurant Cosca
- 450 m
- Restaurant Kouvelos
- 550 m
Top attractions
- Acropolis
- 1.9 km
- Parthenon
- 2.2 km
- Erechtheion
- 2.2 km
- Roman Agora
- 2.4 km
- Ancient Agora
- 2.7 km
- Acropolis Museum
- 2.1 km
- Temple of Hephaestus
- 2.6 km
- Ancient Agora of Athens
- 2.7 km
- Temple of Olympion Zeus
- 2.3 km
- Odeum of Herodes Atticus
- 1.9 km
Natural beauty
- Peak Lycabettus Hill
- 4.8 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood
- Edem Beach
- 5 km
- Flisvos Beach
- 5 km
- Kalamaki Beach
- 7 km
- Votsalakia Beach
- 6 km
- Akti tou Iliou Beach
- 7 km
Public transport
- TrainΡουφ
- 2.2 km
- Metro Tavros Metro
- 1.1 km
- Metro Petralona Metro
- 1.2 km
- Bus Kifissos Bus Terminal
- 5 km
- Train Petralona Metro Station
- 1.1 km
Closest airports
- Eleftherios Venizelos Airport
- 29 km
Facilities
Kitchen
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wi Fi
- Flat screen TV
- Family rooms
- Free parking
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Iron
Miscellaneous
- Air conditioning
- Non smoking throughout
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non smoking rooms
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat screen TV
- CD player
- Radio
- TV
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Other for your stay
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Shops
- Minimarket on site
- Barber/beauty shop
Outdoors
- Balcony
- Terrace
Transport
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Tea/Coffee maker
Languages spoken
- Greek
- English
Outdoor & View
- City view
Reception services
- Luggage storage
Building characteristics
- Private apartment in building
Parking Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
- Street parking
House rules at Zeus Bright & New Apartment – 25′ walk to the Acropolis
Pets
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check in
- From 15:00
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check out
- Until 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Guest scores in detail
Staff 9.4
Comfort 9.4
Location 8.7
Free Wi Fi 10.0
Facilities 8.5
Cleanliness 9.4
Value for money 9.1
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