Sweet Home, Central & Quiet

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Sweet Home? The name actually makes sense – which honestly, is rare for hotels these days. I mean, most places with cutesy names like this end up being complete tourist traps, but this one genuinely feels like staying at someone’s well-appointed city apartment rather than a sterile hotel room.

The whole “central & quiet” thing in the name had me skeptical at first (because let’s be real, those two things rarely go together in any decent-sized city), but they’ve actually pulled it off. The location puts you right where you want to be – I could walk to most of the main attractions and decent restaurants without needing to figure out public transport or blow money on ride shares. But here’s the clever bit: they’re tucked away just enough that you’re not dealing with the constant street noise and foot traffic that usually comes with being centrally located. I’m guessing it’s on one of those side streets that locals use as shortcuts but tourists haven’t really discovered yet.

What really sold me on the place was the attention to small details that actually matter when you’re traveling. The rooms have proper blackout curtains (not those flimsy hotel ones that let light creep in around the edges), and the walls are thick enough that you’re not hearing every conversation from the hallway. The beds are comfortable without being so soft you sink into oblivion – I actually slept through the night, which doesn’t always happen when I’m somewhere new. And honestly, the whole vibe just feels more authentic than those big chain hotels where everything is perfectly coordinated but somehow soulless.

The staff clearly know the area well and can point you toward places that aren’t just the obvious tourist spots. When I asked about good coffee nearby, they didn’t just direct me to the closest Starbucks – they actually knew which local place had the best pastries and which one was better for a quiet morning with a book. That kind of local knowledge is worth its weight in gold when you’re trying to experience a place like someone who actually lives there rather than just passing through.

I’d put this solidly in the “pleasant surprise” category – it’s one of those places that doesn’t oversell itself but delivers on what it promises. The four-star rating feels about right; it’s not trying to be luxury, but everything works well and feels thoughtfully done. Perfect for people who want a comfortable base to explore from without paying premium prices for amenities they won’t actually use. If you’re the type who spends most of your time out exploring anyway but still wants to come back to somewhere that feels like home rather than just a place to crash, this hits that sweet spot perfectly.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $277. Apartment – Ground Floor with 2 single beds and 3 sofa beds for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Konstantinos from Greece – 21 January 2025 (7/10)

  What could be improved: Ανεπαρκής θέρμανση .

• Alejandro from Spain – 29 September 2024 (9/10)

• Louis-lachlan from France – 28 October 2024 (9/10)

• Claudio from Switzerland – 15 March 2025 (6/10)

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