The stay met absolutely all expectations I had coming in. If you are a minimalist traveler like myself this is just the right fit for you. I prefer to save on my stay as I am out and exploring most of the day. That being said, I am willing to sacrifice on luxuries, as should you expect to as well - this is not a 5 star hotel, this is an actual apartment in Athens, so you will live like an actual modern athenian does today.
The apartment was spotless, and the host provided everything you could need from kitchen equipment, small staple foods, and bathing items (towels, soap, etc.) communication was easy, and while not always instant in responses, there was always an answer within the hour as the host states.
Location is fantastic, just off the main road and only a few blocks from the main tourist attractions - it’s directly in the middle of the Parthenon/Athens museum, the Hellenic Parliament, and the National gardens, all of which you should take advantage of seeing. Additionally, there are dozens of restaurants and markets all within a block or two, so everything you could need is readily available.
I urge you to read the rules of the apartment before booking so you know what to expect before booking. That being said, I give this a very positive review as all of the rules/expectations stated were met, as I said before.
The only reason I do not give 5 stars is due to an underlying sense of suspicion - there was no face to face interaction at all, not even a profile picture - communication was VERY sparse (even though effective for what was NEEDED, there was nothing more nothing less), and as you will read in the rules stated by the host, there is a big emphasis on discretion and almost a demand for positive reviews - there is a section where the host threatens a fine for a “malicious” review, which I’m sure is at the host’s perspective alone. It seems as though this apartment has rules against being an Airbnb host, and they are trying to avoid being directly associated (even the name O’Shawn seems like a pseudonym). Regardless, I give no shame in taking a personal risk for an additional source of income.
Let me emphasize this is a positive review and very worthy of 4 stars - whatever qualms or suspicions I may have, do not pose any repercussions to myself/the guest - any potential risk/reward only pertains to the host. As the guest, I had no issues getting into the apartment, anything I could have needed was available, and there was a plethora of pamphlets/guides provided for things to do, places to eat, and even basic phrases for non-Greek speakers (despite knowing the language, I found this as a very nice addition)
Overall, as I initially stated, all expectations of the stay were more than satisfactory, and I think any Airbnb experience is a great experience when the only recommendation is to have more personal interaction. I truly mean it when I say the next time I return to Athens, I will heavily consider staying here again. Thank you O’Shawn!