A stay at The Ark Residence places you in the heart of Athens, within a 10-minute walk of Acropolis Museum and Temple of Olympian Zeus. .This aparthotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Panathenaic Stadium and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Acropolis.
Aparthotel with a rooftop terrace, 8-minute walk to Acropolis Museum
The Ark Residence offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-cm Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. This Athens aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Family friendly
Free cot
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-cm Smart TV with digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Rooftop terrace
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
24-hour business centre
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Free bottled water
Housekeeping (on request)
Safe
Tour and ticket assistance
Virtual front desk
Location highlights
In a historical district
In the city centre
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
8 units
Access via exterior corridors
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Housekeeping fee: EUR 75 per night; may vary based on unit size
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 00002882876
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
The Ark Residence Athens
The Ark Residence Aparthotel
The Ark Residence Aparthotel Athens
Reviews
The Ark Residence Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Newly renovated and cleaned. Enjoyed our 7 days stay in the property. It was a quiet area but was a bit of a walk from the property to Acropolis area. Didn’t have any bad experiences during our stay.
Great option for the more independent travelers, who prefer to live as the locals do, shop for local foods and cook a meal or two in the apartment. Loved the drying rack on the balcony,the AC worked really well. Kitchen was small but functional. Appreciated the different coffee making options. Wish the dryer downstairs had English instructions; was left guessing about which option to use. Figured out since there is no humidity the balcony rack dried clothes faster than an electric dryer!
The size of Shanghai La was perfect! Having the kitchen and washer was so helpful. We walked to grocery store and were able to cook some meals which was nice. Also, it was easily walkable to the Temple of Zeus and a nice pedestrian area with restaurants and shops. We also walked to Syntagma square and the Panathenaic Stadium. Location was great. It might have been difficult to locates the building, but knowing it was green helped it stand out!
Modern, spacious apartments close to all sites including the Acropolis - 20 walk, ancient Agora - 30 minutes walk. Communication was easy & prompt the block is made up of approximately 7 flats on 5 floors which have been designed individually with no expense spared. All equipment and bedding felt new & our flat Eden had two bathrooms & an outside courtyard for our private use. There’s also a rooftop space with seating, table & 2 loungers with a view of the Acropis which is quite spectacular at night when it’s lit up. The surrounding area includes a jazz club literally 100 metres away & several supermarkets & bar/restaurants just around the corner- 300 metres away. All in all this is a great choice for a few days stay in Athens at a very reasonable price.
Very quiet on the property with light traffic sounds when on balcony. Room was very clean and had everything you needed in the kitchen and elsewhere. Property was easy to access and staff were helpful and prompt with questions and information, although note they are not on site. Within 20min walk to metro station and Acropolis area. Unless getting a taxi directly to front doors of hotel, I would not recommend wheeled luggage due to uneven pavement and/or lack of designated sidewalks. Also be aware that area around hotel is very hilly.
This was a beautiful apartment with all the amenities you could ever ask for. Walking into the area at first seemed the area looked a “ little rough” but we quickly realized this was a local area rich in culture. There were market stores and a couple restaurants very close by. Plaka and the Acropolis was a short easy 15 minute walk. Welcome package sent prior to check in was well done. Roof top terrace was AMAZING and has views of sunset and Acropolis.
Highly recommend this property.
Sonya
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
sharon
3 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Definitely stay here
Fabulously equipped apartments, spacious and quiet. Great location, with good bars, restaurants and shops all close by
The Ark Residence was a fantastic property as a base for us to enjoy Athens from. We were walking distance to almost all of the attractions on our list including the Acropolis (including museum), the Agora, the Plaka, the National Museum just to name a few; and we were walking distance to the excellent metro system that took us to Piraeus on the coast. There were numerous restaurants close by and shops were everywhere!
The property room itself was very spacious, clean, safe, and had excellent amenities: compact but full kitchen; two bathrooms (in our particular suite); separate bedroom with TV and AC; good sized living area with TV and with dining area and AC, as well as having a large recessed day bed (that has privacy curtains and quite comfortable); and there are free laundry facilities on site. But, by far, the best part of our stay was the amazing property manager Foteini! She greeted us when we arrived and went over everything comprehensively and answered all of our questions. She was so nice and very kind as well as having a great sense of humour and was genuinely interested in talking to us. We had one minor problem with the new AC and she was in the suite to see to it in less than five minutes, having the issue completely resolved within half an hour. Could not have been more happy with this property. We highly recommend it!
Gorgeous space, super clean, great amenities! Easy walk to Plaka, Acropolis and more. Wonderful host. Highly recommend!
Rachel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
4 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Highly recommend
Everything was exactly as it appears in the photos. The apartment was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed for our 5 night stay. The location is great, close to all the main attractions but not too busy or crowded. Communication was excellent and very helpful.
There is some traffic noise in the evening and from about 6am but nothing too major. The apartment is also close to a large supermarket which was very useful.
Overall we had a fantastic stay and we’d highly recommend The Ark Residencies apartments.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
P
Travelled with family
3 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Best ever stay in Athens
This is a fantastic rental property. We have stayed in many hotels and rental properties in Athens and this is the best. Great location for Athens sights, walkable to many eateries in Neos Kosmos. The property has everything you need and the communication from the management team is superb.
Pristine condition, good location with easy walking distance yet kind of tucked away, so quieter at night. Great for our family with two teens as everyone had a big bed and their own bathroom. Quick contact with the host anytime we needed/had a question.
Great appartment. No place to park if needed but nice experience all in all. It is walking distance but about 20 minutes to monstriaki
Michel
8/10 Good
Michel
Travelled with group
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. They allowed me to checkout late but i had a small issue in the room. The sockets in the Bedroom were not working.
Everything else was amazing.
Michel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mariana
Travelled with family
4 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing
Everything was very good.
Beds are very comfortable
Kitchen it's fully equipped
Very clean spotless
Great Communication with the host
Top floor Shangri-la apt for 7 people
The property was brand new and cozy. It’s near downtown, about 15 minutes walking distance to Plaka and Acropolis. Grocery is 4 minutes walk. The kitchen was small but functional for breakfast or simple meals. The washer helped a lot for our 2 week family trip.
Ying
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suhyeon
18 July 2025
Suhyeon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Travelled with group
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Fantastic stay at an amazing aparthotel!
The apartment was extremely well-appointed and beautifully designed. It was also huge and even had two bathrooms!! My friend and I lived a life of total luxury for a very cheap price! The terrace was lovely and had also beautiful furniture, as did the apartment itself. The rooftop terrace was wonderful, but dark at night. The aparthotel is close to a bus stop, but in our 2 days, the bus we needed never came, but that is apparently a common occurrence in Athens:)). Nearby (3 mins walk) is a lovely jazz club and a cosy residential street with two small supermarkets and nice neighbourhood bars and restaurants (7 mins walk). Also, a real highlight is the stunning cemetary (5 mins walk) - please, go visit it - it is a peaceful oasis with incredibly ornate thombs.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
marie
Travelled with family
1 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
marie
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
CHIQUET
Travelled with family
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
CHIQUET
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
D
Travelled with group
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely apart hotel
We love staying in this hotel..easy to get in, lift and another code to get into the apt., we found a nice and clean apartment with a very good wine..
D
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jean-Baptiste
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children