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Bob W signs long-term lease for former Athens office building as operator ramps up European expansion

Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has signed a long-term lease agreement to transform 4,500 sq m of an Athens office building into 130 design-led serviced apartments.The operator has exchanged contracts with developer-landlord Blend Development for 54 Stadiou Street, situated in an ultra-prime location in the historic city centre and close to a range of major landmarks and transport links. Located in the heart of Athens, Bob W Stadiou will offer easy access to the city's best shopping, dining and visitor attractions. Just a short walk away, Ermou Street - Athens' premier shopping district - features a range of international brands, boutique stores and artisan shops.The former office will undergo a full conversion into premium serviced apartments, offering customers a blend of tech-driven convenience, sustainable design and a hyper-local guest experience. It comes as the firm continues to trailblaze in repurposing former commercial assets into high-quality, design-led accommodations.Bob W Stadiou will also be its third property in Athens, joining Bob W Akadimia and Bob W Eolou. The latest lease agreement further strengthens Bob W's broader European expansion, bringing its total number of units to over 5,000 across the continent.Fit-out works at 54 Stadiou Street have already begun, with Bob W Stadiou set to welcome its first guests this winter. Refurbishment works will enhance the building's energy efficiency with modern insulation, energy-saving lighting and water-efficient features - all powered by 100% renewable electricity.The latest lease agreement comes after Bob W launched its latest sustainability report, as well as the Lodging Emissions & Guest-night Impact Tracker (LEGIT). The new carbon measurement tool, developed in collaboration with environmental consultancy Furthr, provides operators and guests with detailed environmental impact metrics for each room type.