Sokol is one of the most accommodating AirBnB hosts I’ve ever encountered. He was very responsive before and throughout my stay. He ensured that we were able to check-in early, he provided a list of local things to do in and around the neighborhood, and he made sure we had a driver to take us to the airport at 3:45 am!! It was a pleasure interacting with him. Although we never met, I felt like we knew each other! So friendly and hospitable.
The apartment is wonderful! It’s perfect for two people. It has all the amenities one would need in an AirBnB for a comfortable stay. It was a great place to crash after long days walking around all the ruins of the city! And the rooftop deck is spectacular. The view of the Acropolis is stunning!
The neighborhood around Sokol’s place is definitely a lived in neighborhood. It is very multi-cultural and not a “touristy” neighborhood - which was a huge plus for us! It was a great place to go to away from the chaos around the tourist heavy spots. We felt very safe and comfortable walking to the Acropolis and all the ruins, and felt very safe walking to dinner and bars at night time. Because it is a local neighborhood, you will find so many good bars and restaurants here that are not catering to tourists. Sokol lists some of his favorites in his guide - one of our favorites was CACHOU. The small plates were so yummy and the atmosphere was amazing. Something you’re not going to get around the Acropolis!
If you want to a stay away from the businesses of the tourist area, but still very walkable to all the sites, then Sokol’s place is the right place for you! I would definitely stay here again when I visit Athens in the future.