The view is great, but it does not include any of the main tourist attractions, and there is a great deal of traffic noise on the balcony from the intersection of several main arteries. The neighborhood is quiet at street level, and nicer if you cross the river to the north - see Host’s recommendations for venues. Close to metro, yes, direct line to Plaka area. The bed, sheets and pillows were good. There is plenty of hot water when heated, but the shower has a low ceiling – duck if you’re over 5’8”. The Host was out of country, and no one was there to check me in or out, other arrangements were made. The wifi connection was terrible to non-existent; the host’s “friend” came twice to try to fix it, but he also went out of town for part of my 13-day stay and the problem persisted to the end, I had to go to internet cafes a few times. I was able to cook a few basic meals with what was provided in the kitchen - microwave, cook top, no oven. Floors and counter were not as clean as I would have liked. The place needs TLC and better management.