This is without Doubt the most horrible experience we have had with accommodation.
The Host demanded €200 cash for “a security-despot” at 4 am in the morning. When he was asked what for he, said it as for security- ie . If any damage was done.
We explained to him that Airbnb policy is very strict tenant and host exchanging cash and all payments are to be made through Airbnb. We also explained that security deposits are paid when making the booking to Airbnb. Airbnb Retain the deposit . As a compromise , we informed him that we would call Airbnb and paid the deposit to them. When speaking Airbnb , they were shocked at the demand for cash. They stated they would call the host. The host seemly ignored Airbnb and kept demanding cash , we eventually had to leave some 14 hrs after arriving for fear of our own safety . We Had to book three hotel rooms . This man clearly is trying to get cash !!! My advice !!Stay well away from him. Furthermore, the area is a marginal area . There is homeless camp just around the corner. I can see from studying the media reports that there is lots of issues in Athens with the behavior of Airbnb hosts. I would advice not using Airbnb in this city.