Kleio is the consummate host— she has left no stone unturned in her quest to make your stay in her charming apartment the best ever. From the design of the apartment itself- tastefully decorated, sufficient seating for 4 in the dining and living area, heated floors- (The entire downstairs has heated floors! On chilly mornings or out of the shower, your feet will be happy (; ) , you’ll wish this were your own apartment.
Kleio makes sure the apartment is supplied with everything one can think of needing— the kitchen was stocked with not only items for breakfast the first morning (the scourge of every traveler suffering from jet lag—someone has to go out the first morning and buy food for breakfast. Kleio has taken care of that for you!) but for numerous meals after that. And Happy Hour as well! And she was so thoughtful in having a whimsical cake in the fridge to help us celebrate our 30th anniversary. Kleio thinks of everything!
The bathroom was similarly well stocked- if you forgot a toiletry item, chances are Kleio has provided it for you in this beautiful bathroom with walk-in shower.
Understanding that some of her guests are not from Europe, Kleio provided us with a local cell phone with cell service and took time when we arrived to mark up a map with points of interest. She thinks of everything!
The bed was comfortable and extra linens and blankets were provided. Just watch your head on a beam when going up and down the stairs.
The washer/dryer worked well and was so convenient to have! We opted to dry our items on the portable drying racks provided (check the patio).
The building is located on a quiet street and within walking distance to the restaurants and shopping of the Plaka, Monastiraki, and,of course, the Acropolis and its new museum. Fantastic location. And even though there is a school across the street, the walls of the apartment building are so thick you can barely hear the kids in the playground with the windows closed.
Don’t forget to take a morning and have your coffee (that Nespresso maker is a wonder!) in the outside patio and pretend that you really live in Athens. (:
Kleio’s wonderful hospitality is one of the main reasons we will be returning to Athens! Ευχαριστώ, Kleio!