If you are willing to spend a bit more money than simply "budget" while staying in Athens, this apartment is a truly wonderful place to call home. I stayed for nearly a month while living and researching in Athens, and my partner and I had everything we needed at the apartment. This beautiful space has a lot of tasteful charm, from the wood-and-glass-door bookcases to the framed prints adorning the walls. The kitchen was well-stocked with appliances, and we had everything we needed for several home-cooked meals (groceries purchased from the local market just around the corner). Speaking of location, Kolonaki is of course a more upscale Athenian neighborhood, cleaner and much freer of graffiti than much of the city. It is not a place for finding late-night clubs, but there are several great (and also reasonably priced) restaurants and tavernas. The square is pleasant, and it's worthwhile strolling down Vasilissis Sofias and admiring the embassies. For those who want a funkier environment, Pangrati and Exarcheia are easy walks. The apartment is a brief walk to the Evangelismos metro stop, or you can walk slightly further to get to the central hub of Syntagma. Overall, we loved this apartment and would strongly recommend it to anyone who wants to have a mellower stay in Athens.