My stay here was perfect, and I am most grateful. Here are the highlights:
• The apartment is right next to the Onoma Hotel (a five-star venue) and about a block from the Holiday Inn (an American standard).
• The apartment is exactly as pictured, because it has been renovated very recently. As a result, it is very handsome in its design. It is also completely comfortable and practical.
• The building, as well as the apartment, was wonderfully quiet, and I felt very secure.
• The air conditioning worked perfectly, and the kitchen reminded me of my own at home. The bathroom was nicer than mine, but perhaps that is because I live in an older part of Athens.
• The Memory Foam mattress and pillows were particularly comfortable.
• There were plenty of electrical outlets, as well as WiFi and Ethernet. The speed was plenty fast for my needs (e.g. YouTube) -- but if this is a major consideration for you, send a quick note to the host. He is very focused on providing the fastest connection possible, and can give you the current specs.
• Although I did not use the TV, it is obviously a new model and seemed to offer all of the most recent features.
• The white metal window shades made it easy for me sleep in whenever I needed to.
• The host, Greg, was available to meet and greet me upon arrival, which was especially nice after a unexpectedly long train ride from Athens. Both he and his wife are nearby, and readily available if you need help.
• The train station itself is about 5 minutes away, by foot, which saved me the cost of a taxi.
• Although it is about a 15-20 minute walk from the traditional tourist center, it is right next to two of the most trending neighborhoods -- with an infinite number of highly popular restaurants and cafes -- especially on the weekend. I found this area to be much more interesting (and fun) than the tourist area downtown.
• Out of the three gay nightclubs in Thessaloniki (according to an online search) two of them are nearby, and both were very friendly. The smaller, and more charming, is only a couple of blocks away.
• The street itself is not particularly photogenic, but the slight setback (20m) from the main boulevard is what helps to keep it so quiet.
• The apartment is a 5 min walk from a large, modern supermarket (Sklavenitis) and 2 min from an excellent, modern convenience store (4all), which has extended hours.
• In another year or two, this location will be far, far less affordable, so I suggest that people enjoy it while they still can.