Holiday rentals in Athens

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Top-rated holiday rentals in Athens

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Flat in Plaka
Flagship Loft with Private Terrace in the Plaka!
An exquisite two level apartment on the top floor of a newly constructed building with its own private terrace overlooking the Acropolis. Built above the ruins, in the historic Plaka, the most sought-after neighborhood of Athens and heart of the Old Town. Enjoy tranquility, privacy as well as stunning views of the Acropolis. Ideally situated to explore the city on foot, only 3 min away from the entrance of the Acropolis and the Museum. There is also a beautiful green inner courtyard downstairs.
13–20 DecProfessional Host,
£161 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews
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Flat in Makrygianni
Acropolis Golden Suites|Penthouse Maisonette byGHH
Acropolis Golden Suites Apartment is a part of a brand new building (completed in 2020), located in the heart of Athens. You can see the magnificent view while you are enjoying your private jacuzzi! It is close all the major archaeological sites everything by walking distance such as the Acropolis museum and the Acropolis metro station, the "Plaka" area which is the most ancient part of the city, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Panathenaic Stadium and a lot more you can explore by yourself!
4–11 DecProfessional Host,
£248 per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Plaka
Acropolis stunning view studio in Plaka for 2!
A rooftop suite is overlooking the city's glorious history, on the slope of Acropolis hill in the heart of the oldest and most lively section of Athens! A place of romance and serenity, well designed for 2 with a unique spacious private terrace with an outdoor fireplace and comfortable couch,tempt you to linger over the breathtaking city views! You will love the combination of having everything you need in walking distance while staying on a beautiful Athens loft for the most memorable stay!
16–23 FebProfessional Host,
£139 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviews

Popular amenities for Athens holiday rentals

Stay near Athens's top sights

Acropolis of Athens1,856 locals recommend
Parthenon421 locals recommend
Plaka1,301 locals recommend
Acropolis Museum2,190 locals recommend
Panathenaic Stadium870 locals recommend
Lycabettus Hill265 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Athens

Guest favourite
Loft in Monastiraki
Athens Heart Superior Loft under Acropolis
15–22 JanProfessional Host,
£189 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Monastiraki
❤️The 1 and only Acropolis penthouse!❤️
17–24 NovProfessional Host,
£203 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 407 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Ano Petralona
Athenian House Beside The Acropolis
1–8 DecProfessional Host,
£122 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Makrygianni
Acropolis view penthouse w/ private plunge pool
19–26 JanProfessional Host,
£392 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Athens
Hub Suites* Suite 5* The Authentic Experience
4–11 DecProfessional Host,
£122 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 256 reviews
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Loft in Monastiraki
Private Loft Suite with stunning view of Acropolis
19–26 FebIndividual Host,
£173 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Makrygianni
Rare Parthenon View:Acropolis Attic Loft &Terrace
9–16 AugIndividual Host,
£307 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
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Flat in Koukaki
Romantic getaway right next to Acropolis!
12–19 NovProfessional Host,
£148 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 232 reviews
Guest favourite
Apartment in Makrygianni
What A View! Acropolis Penthouse Private Terrace
23–30 NovProfessional Host,
£194 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Kolonaki
Aliki's Acropolis View, Penthouse
4–11 OctProfessional Host,
£163 per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews
Guest favourite
Flat in Monastiraki
Enjoy view of Parthenon sunny flat in the center
30 Nov – 7 DecIndividual Host,
£85 per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 310 reviews
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Flat in Plaka
The Heart of Plaka
27 Nov – 4 Dec
£84 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 330 reviews

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Athens

Total rentals

15K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

6.9K properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

140 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

2.5K properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

5K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

694K reviews

Your guide to Athens

Welcome to Athens

No city in the world combines ancient and modern quite like Athens. Its energetic streets bustle with cutting-edge arts and culture, political debate, and contemporary living, just as they have done for millennia. The Acropolis, looking down from its lofty limestone hill, is a constant reminder of the Greek capital’s pioneering role in the civilisation of Europe. Not that you’ll need one, with all those temples and theatres and world-class museums to wander around — even the city’s 1950s shopping arcades are based on 2,000-year-old architecture.

Athens’ classical ruins are complemented by the charm and bustle of its historical neighbourhoods, including the whitewashed houses of Anafiotika, the Byzantine buildings of Plaka, and the grand 19th-century facades of the public buildings in Syntagma Square. Meanwhile, revitalised areas like Kerameikos, Koukaki, and Monastiraki have rebounded from Greece’s economic travails to become some of the continent’s most exciting urban districts, thriving hubs of contemporary culture, tech, and enterprise.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Athens

Athens enjoys sunshine and warm temperatures almost all year round. The city gets quite hot in August, which is also the month many locals go on holiday. For less blazing temperatures and fewer crowds, March to early June and September to November can be wonderful times to stay in an Athens apartment; even the sea stays warm late into the autumn. With so much going on, you can come across religious, traditional, and cultural festivals at any time of year. Look out for the street celebrations of Carnival in February and Independence Day on March 25, not to mention the Athens Epidaurus Festival, an unmissable three-month celebration of the performing arts, which takes place starting in June. Cinema is also a big deal here. There are free open-air showings throughout the summer, while autumn and winter bring a whole calendar’s worth of film festivals.


Top things to do in Athens

Filopappou Hill

The Hill of the Muses is an easy walk from Dionysiou Areopagitou, the promenade that links many of Athens’ archaeological wonders. But this forested park has plenty of ancient ruins of its own, including the Monument of Philopappos at its peak, brought together by a marble walking path designed by a modernist architect in the 1950s. It’s a shaded retreat from the city streets — and a fantastic spot to watch the colours of sunset light up the Acropolis.

Pangrati

Pangrati might not have the edge of some of Athens’ hottest neighbourhoods, but more than makes up for it with an old-school artsy feel. Come here for the sights — the Kallimarmaro stadium, the city’s grandest cemetery, the Goulandris Museum of Contemporary Art — then stay for the cosy cafés and the alleys full of vintage shopping.

The Attica coast

Take a tram along the coast and you’ll find any number of sandy beaches fringed with bars, restaurants, and boating marinas. Some of the closest are due south from the city, including Alimos (only five miles from Syntagma Square) or, a little further along, the beaches of Glyfada, which have become social hotspots.

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