PAID CONTENT FOR MONA
PAID CONTENT FOR MONA
Mona ATHENS, GREECE
Explorers of Greece’s capital are beginning to expect more than a pit stop amid picture-perfect ruins: Athens has a plethora of galleries, pop-up spaces, internationally lauded bars and eateries, and now, unique, contemporary residences for the discerning traveller who wants a full sensory experience. Paving the way is House of Shila — a hub of
creative spaces and artistic showcases, which includes Mona, a new concept-led hotel offering understated luxury from the get-go. On entering Mona, the traveller immediately feels transported. The hotel’s discreet staff have it all in hand. The low lighting and intimate seating arrangements of the ground-floor Living Room invite a sense of exclusiveness and refuge for aesthetes. This open-plan space has hosted everything
from top chefs’ supper clubs to art, book and fashion launches, and is where guests can enjoy a seasonal breakfast. Foodies can venture to iconic Varvakios food market or marvel at the fragrant spice shops on nearby Evripidou Street. As the sun sets, guests can enjoy a glass of organic wine on the hotel’s roof garden or head to handpicked traditional eateries
and new gastro-restaurants, such as Linou, Soubasis & Sia, serving sensational Greek fare. Housed within a former 1950s textile factory in
the heart of downtown Athens, Mona is way beyond a hotel — it’s a reminder of Athens’ artisan history and a showcase for creatives inspired by Greece’s timeless light and texture. The hotel itself has been restored with a delicate, but deft, hand. Twenty luxurious suites feature original terrazzo floors and walls stripped back to reveal decades of character, complimented by handmade furniture, organic treated mattresses, linen and robes, and impressive bathrooms with freestanding Corian bathtubs. House of Shila’s overarching philosophy is to
provide an arena in which contemporary creators can manifest their work, network and collaborate. Mona’s co-creators, New York based entrepreneur and designer Shai Antebi and creative director Eftihia Stefanidi, are emblematic of Mona’s Greek- meets-international vibe. Travellers wishing to inhabit their very own dreamy, art-filled home can do just that at Mona, since every space within the hotel is an ever-changing canvas.
DON’T MISS Soak up golden hour with a cocktail from the hotel’s private roof garden overlooking the Acropolis
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KEY FEATURES • Espresso machine • Artisanal mini bars • Working desks • In-room iPads • Bluetooth speakers • Room service • Private drivers • 24/7 concierge • Unique olive-oil treated mattresses
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