5 Best Budget Apartments in Athens

Looking for a Budget Apartment in Athens?

As a local Athenian, I know the best spots! If you’re searching for budget apartments in Athens, here are 7 great options near the Acropolis—perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, or small groups.

Plaka and the nearby central areas are the best places to stay, offering charming streets, great cafés, and stunning Acropolis views.

Check out the list below for top picks and nearby attractions!

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Athens Plaka Budget Apartments

1. Koukaki Home, near the Acropolis!

Koukaki Home is very close to the Acropolis and to bars, restaurants, and lots of shops.

It is a very nice and spacious apartment, decorated in vivid colors that bring out positive energy, ideal for a family or a couple. The owner is always eager to share his favorite places in Athens with you, just ask!

• Capacity: up to 4 persons, child-friendly
• Decoration Style: traditional, colorful
• Yard, Terrace, Balcony: Yes
• Spa, Gym, Pool: No
• Breakfast, Restaurant & Bar: No

• Other Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen, very suitable for a family. No parking, but you can leave the car at a nearby paid parking
• Disability Access: No
• Acropolis Distance: 10-minute walk
• Closest Metro Station: Acropolis and Syggrou Fix
• Nearby Points of Interest: Acropolis, The Zappeion and National Parks, Temple of Zeus, Koukaki, Modern Art Museum
• Check availability and prices on Booking.

2. Acro Urban Suites

Acro Urban Suites is a fantastic budget-friendly stay in Athens’ Plaka, offering some of the best Acropolis views—especially from the terrace!

The self-check-in system runs smoothly with access codes, and the hosts are super friendly. Check availability and prices on Booking.

• Capacity: 2-4 persons per apartment, children, and pet-friendly
• Decoration Style: Modern Suites with vivid colors and tapestry
• Yard, Terrace, Balcony: 2 Apartments have a balcony, a large common terrace
• Spa, Gym, Pool: Yes, massage options
• Breakfast, Restaurant & Bar: No
• Other Amenities: A Shared Lounge and fully equipped kitchen. No parking but there are available paid parking options close by
• Disability Access: Yes, lift
• Acropolis Distance: 5-minute walk from the Parthenon
• Closest Metro Station: Acropolis
• Nearby Points of Interest: Wine with Eleni, Strofi Restaurant

3. Rastoni Athens Suites near Acropolis

Rastoni Athens Suites consists of 3 individual apartments, each with its own bathroom. It has finely decorated rooms with stylish mirrors and lighting and newly decorated modern bathrooms.

The Suites have no reception but the staff is available with quick communication with the host. Check availability and prices on Booking.

• Capacity: Solo traveler or a couple with a very young child
• Decoration Style: Classic
• Yard, Terrace, Balcony: Small Balcony
• Spa, Gym, Pool: No
• Breakfast, Restaurant & Bar: No
• Other Amenities: Fully equipped kitchenette. No parking but there are available paid parking options nearby
• Disability Access: Yes, lift
• Acropolis Distance: 15-minute walk from the Parthenon
• Closest Metro Station: Syntagma
• Nearby Points of Interest: At Souri 3 St. is one of the best wine bars in Athens, By the Glass

4. The Square Six

The Square Six is located very close to Syntagma Sq, Athens’ main square. It offers quality accommodation, immaculately clean rooms, and proximity to all Athens sites.

All rooms were tastefully renovated in 2020, and the staff is friendly and always accommodating to your needs. Check availability and prices on Booking.

• Capacity: 6 Apartments able to house from 1 to 6 people, children friendly
• Decoration Style: Classic, earth colors
• Yard, Terrace, Balcony: No
• Spa, Gym, Pool: No
• Breakfast, Restaurant & Bar: No
• Other Amenities: Fully equipped kitchenette. No parking but it is available in the area paid parking options
• Disability Access: Yes, lift
• Acropolis Distance: 15-minute walk from the Parthenon
• Closest Metro Station: Syntagma
• Nearby Points of Interest: A 3-minute walk away is Ipitou St, a pedestrian great bars

5. Cocktail Bar Experience – Athens Apartment

Cocktail bar experience – Athens is a fab, very bright, fun-looking budget apartment near Kerameikos Metro Station in central Athens.

The spacious rooms are decorated in a combination of Athens’ old style with modern facilities. You will love the cocktail bar on the Terrace, where you get a free drink of your choice for each night of your stay.

Check availability and prices on Booking.

• Yard, Terrace, Balcony: Yes
• Spa, Gym, Pool: No
• Breakfast, Restaurant & Bar: No
• Other Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen. No parking is available. Pets allowed.
• Disability Access: Yes, lift
• Acropolis Distance: 20-minute walk from the Parthenon
• Closest Metro Station: Kerameikos
• Nearby Points of Interest: Kerameikos Archaeological site

When is the Best Time to Go to Greece

Greece has 4 distinct seasons with considerable temperature differences if you are in Thessaloniki in the north or Crete in the south. The islands never close, they have permanent residents but they are at their liveliest between May and September.

The peak season in Greece is from July to August, and the islands can get very busy and crowded. The sea water is at its warmest (25-28 °C) in August and September. I love exploring the islands in the off-season, and that means that there will be hotels, cafes, and taverns working, but it will be quiet with just the permanent residents.

You may be interested in checking out Crete in Winter!

What to Wear in Greece

• Comfortable walking shoes, as Greece is mountainous and archaeological sites with their marble floors can be slippery
• organic sunscreen to apply as often as possible
• UPF sun hat for all-day out
• white linen shirt to cover up if you get very easily sunburned. I wear a linen shirt when I hike in Greece during the summer
• a CUPSHE Bikini for impressive beach appearances
• cotton beach towel
• and a beautiful dress for dining out

How to get to Athens Port (Piraeus) from Athens Airport

• Bus: If you are arriving at Athens International Airport you can travel straight to the port by taking the X96 express bus (€5.5, children <6 yo, free entrance), which departs every 40 minutes and the average trip lasts 1 hour – runs 24/7. X93 will take you to Athens center.
• Metro: (€9) is easily found across airport arrivals (blue line – M3) going directly to Piraeus port. The average trip to Piraeus lasts 1 hour.
• Taxis are available in front of the airport (around €45 to Athens, €55 to Piraeus (depending on the traffic in Kifisos), and take up to 3 or 4 people with small luggage)
• Rent a car with Discover Cars for reliable, new cars at affordable prices
• You don’t like driving but love hassle-free solutions? Book a Private transfer with an English-speaking driver from Athens International Airport to Piraeus Ferries, or anywhere else in Greece.

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• Athens Budget Hotels

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