Our first time in Athens and we decided to use Airbnb. Once again we were not disappointed. Lida's apartment is fantastic. The obvious highlight is the AMAZING view over Athens and, in particular, the Acropolis.
Lida is a great host. We booked a few months in advance and advised that we would be travelling with a young infant. Lida reassured us at the time of the booking that she would be able to provide a travel cot and new linen. Having kids of her own means that she understands what you might need when travelling with young children.
Communication prior to arrival was great despite the fact that Lida was expecting her second baby at anytime. All info requested was provided. Due to her recent arrival Lida sent a friend of her's to meet us at the apartment. Vasso was very friendly and provided all the necessary info.
Despite being on the seventh floor there is a very good lift and we managed easily with all our luggage including suitcases, car seat and buggy.
The apartment is very bright, modern, spacious and clean. A big comfortable living room/diner with full kitchen, a double bedroom and an en suite bathroom. A/C in all rooms. In addition to this you have a large (safe) roof terrace with the above mentioned AMAZING view!
The apartment is well located. Roughly a 25/30 minute walk to the Acropolis and the City Centre. Athens pavements are not really designed for buggies but we had no real issues. Advanced buggy skills are useful. There is a decent supermarket almost across the road and the local area has plenty of places to get food. A short walk or taxi ride will take you to the City Centre or Pangrati where there are a number of food options including a restaurant called Oinapothiki which we thoroughly enjoyed. Also close to the apartment is a great organic grocery shop selling their own dairy products and a great selection of other niceties. Well worth a visit. There is also a pretty decent take-away within five mins walk of the apartment selling your standard Greek fare including souvlaki and gyros. Cheap and pretty good.
In conclusion we loved our stay in Lida's apartment. It was everything and more than we were looking for. It's in a nice, safe neighbourhood convenient to the major tourist attractions of Athens. Lida is a fantastic host and despite having had her second child within a day or so of our arrival she still responded to all our requests quickly and efficiently.
Highly rate Lida's apartment as a great place to stay when in Athens.