Dein Aufenthalt — THOMAS HOTEL
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Das Eigentum — THOMAS HOTEL
Thomas Hotel is a practical, no-fuss three-star right on the main strip in Kos Town. The lobby is small and functional, with a help-desk counter and a lift—nothing fancy, but clean and efficient. Its USP is location: a two-minute stroll to the beach and a ten-minute walk to the fortress. Best for budget-minded couples or solo travellers who want a quiet base near the action, not the resort bubble.
Chroniken von Kos
Kos Town was founded in the 4th century BC as a healing centre, home to Hippocrates and his medical school. Its architectural layers include a crusader castle built by the Knights of St John, a collapsed ancient agora, and a grid of low-rise whitewashed houses rebuilt after a 1933 earthquake. Cats patrol the harbour cafes; ferries rattle the square at dawn. Today it's a buzzy port town with a working market, Roman ruins and a strip of olivewood souvenirs.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Kos-Guide →Die besten Monate
June to September: dry heat, calm Aegean water and reliable sun. July and August are scorchers but the meltemi wind keeps things breathable on the coast.
Peak / Festival Surge
August is the absolute peak—Greek ferries flood in from Piraeus, charter planes fill the airport, and hotel prices hit their ceiling. The Hippokratia Festival (July–August) brings concerts and theatre to the castle, adding to the crush.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and October are the sweet spot: rates drop 30–40% vs August, temperatures hover around 23–27°C, and you'll share the ruins with a handful of retirees, not crowds.
Wetter & Verpackung
Kos catches sudden northerly meltemi squalls in July—a gusty wind that can whip sand on the beach. Pack a light windbreaker or a long-sleeved linen shirt for evening beach walks, and always bring a reusable water bottle (tap water is drinkable but saline-tasting).
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Kos
- Kos Town's new pedestrianised zone along the harbour is complete, making the walk from the hotel to the castle car-free and quieter at night.
- The main bus terminal has been refurbished; direct Kefalos and Kardamena services now run hourly from the station 400 metres north of Thomas Hotel.
- Expect ferry schedule changes through June 2026 due to port dredging works – check KTEL Kos for cancellations if island-hopping.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to THOMAS HOTEL, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor overlooking the rear courtyard (away from Nikolaou Manousi street). These floors get more natural light and less street rumble, and the higher you go, the fewer guests walk past your door.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms ending in '01' or near the lift shaft on any floor—lift machinery hums all night and clunks at peak times. Ground floor rooms (especially street-side) pick up passing motorbikes and late-night foot traffic from the harbour front.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear courtyard offer a glimpse of the old town's rooftops and a bit of sky. Street-side rooms look onto a narrow side street with little to see except parked cars and utility shutters.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest: higher than street-level noise but not near roof machinery or bar terraces.
🔊 Noise notes
Nikolaou Manousi is a relatively quiet residential lane linking the harbour and the main square, but it still carries scooter traffic, deliveries to nearby shops (morning), and revellers walking back from bars until around 1am in high season. There is no active bar below the hotel, but a taverna across the road sometimes has live music until midnight.
Insider tips
1. Check-in can be slow at peak arrival times—arrive after 15:00 to avoid queuing. 2. If you're driving, ask reception about free street parking on Manousi or the small lot behind the hotel; the nearest public car park is a 3-minute walk.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — THOMAS HOTEL
Free for all guests, sufficient for browsing and email; no login required, just accept terms on captive portal
One lift serves all floors; ground-floor entrance level to all public areas
No digital newsstand; free physical Greek newspapers in lobby (Kathimerini, Proto Thema) on weekdays only
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop at reception 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 €30, subject to availability
Complimentary for day of arrival and departure; locked room behind reception
Step-free entrance from street; rooms on ground floor have wheelchair-accessible bathrooms; no wheelchair lift to pool area
No on-site parking; closest public car park is at Eleftherias Square, 5 min walk, €8 per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per person per night for guests aged 18+, paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment required 14 days before arrival; a €50 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Ευαγγελισμού της Παναγίας (970 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Αγίος Νικολάος (995 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Γεώργιος Αρρεναγωγείου (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Τριάδα (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Πλατεία Αγίας Παρασκευής — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Ιστορικό Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κω — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Roman Odeum — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Εθνική Τράπεζα — 322 m · ~4 min walk
ΠΑΠΑΔΑΚΗ ΑΘΑΝΑΣΙΑ — 873 m · ~11 min walk
Super Market — 357 m · ~4 min walk
Akteon (Center) — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Kos town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist piers — they charge high commissions and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted in most restaurants, supermarkets, and hotels; contactless is common, but carry cash for small tavernas, markets, and bus fares.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% in restaurants is appreciated but not obligatory; tip taxi drivers a euro or two, and hotel staff a few euros for service.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (frappé or freddo espresso) at a kafeneio or bakery costs around €2.50–€3.50.
A gyros or souvlaki pita from a takeaway grill is €4–€5; a bakery spanakopita and drink is about €4.
A main course at a local taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish, runs €10–€14.
The harbourfront in Kos town and streets off Eleftherias Square have several souvlaki and crepe stands; Lambi beach strip also has budget grill places.
Common discount supermarkets here are Lidl, My Market, and AB Vassilopoulos.
Kos town market on Lord Byron Street and the nearby shops for affordable basics; the Sunday flea market near the marina has second-hand clothes.
The cheapest way around is the local bus (KTEL) — a day pass costs about €5 from the terminal; from the airport, take the bus (€3.50–€4 one-way) or share a taxi (€30–€35 total).
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist strips — prices drop by 20–30%; fill a reusable bottle at public taps (tap water is fine in Kos town); visit the beach in early morning or late afternoon to avoid sunbed rental fees (some beaches charge €10–€15 per set).
Gut zu wissen — Kos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
KosFor all emergencies dial 112. Tourist police in Kos Town: +30 22420 24444. Coastguard: 108 or +30 22420 27333. For non-urgent medical advice, call 115 (Kos Health Centre). Emergency numbers work from any landline or mobile in Greece.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at THOMAS HOTEL
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Εθνική Τράπεζα — 322 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · ΠΑΠΑΔΑΚΗ ΑΘΑΝΑΣΙΑ — 873 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Kos Town bus station (Megalou Alexandrou) → Sunrise Apartments, Psalidi
💡 Flag the bus down anywhere on the coast road. Tell the driver 'Sunrise' or 'Psalidi' – they know the stop. Cash only, exact change preferred.
Kos Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → Kos Town central bus station
💡 From the town bus station, walk 15 mins east along the coast road to Psalidi, or take another local bus (line 1) towards Lambi – driver will drop you near the apartments.
Kos International Airport (KGS) → Sunrise Apartments, Psalidi area
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in. Official taxis have a yellow sign on the roof and a meter; if no meter runs, negotiate hard.
Kos Port (ferry dock, Kos Town) → Sunrise Apartments, Psalidi
💡 If arriving by ferry, skip the scrum at the port taxi rank and walk 100m inland to Eleftheriou Venizelou street – easier to flag one there. Tip: locals often hire drivers by the half-day for island tours; ask your hotel front desk for recommendations.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at THOMAS HOTEL?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor overlooking the rear courtyard (away from Nikolaou Manousi street). These floors get more natural light and less street rumble, and the higher you go, the fewer guests walk past your door.
Which rooms should I avoid at THOMAS HOTEL?
Steer clear of rooms ending in '01' or near the lift shaft on any floor—lift machinery hums all night and clunks at peak times. Ground floor rooms (especially street-side) pick up passing motorbikes and late-night foot traffic from the harbour front.
Is THOMAS HOTEL noisy?
Nikolaou Manousi is a relatively quiet residential lane linking the harbour and the main square, but it still carries scooter traffic, deliveries to nearby shops (morning), and revellers walking back from bars until around 1am in high season. There is no active bar below the hotel, but a taverna across the road sometimes has live music until midnight.
Which rooms have the best views at THOMAS HOTEL?
Rooms facing the rear courtyard offer a glimpse of the old town's rooftops and a bit of sky. Street-side rooms look onto a narrow side street with little to see except parked cars and utility shutters.
What are insider tips for staying at THOMAS HOTEL?
1. Check-in can be slow at peak arrival times—arrive after 15:00 to avoid queuing. 2. If you're driving, ask reception about free street parking on Manousi or the small lot behind the hotel; the nearest public car park is a 3-minute walk.
What time is check-in at THOMAS HOTEL?
Check-in at THOMAS HOTEL is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does THOMAS HOTEL have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, sufficient for browsing and email; no login required, just accept terms on captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at THOMAS HOTEL?
€0.50 per person per night for guests aged 18+, paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near THOMAS HOTEL?
A gyros or souvlaki pita from a takeaway grill is €4–€5; a bakery spanakopita and drink is about €4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from THOMAS HOTEL?
The cheapest way around is the local bus (KTEL) — a day pass costs about €5 from the terminal; from the airport, take the bus (€3.50–€4 one-way) or share a taxi (€30–€35 total).
When is the best time to visit Kos?
June to September: dry heat, calm Aegean water and reliable sun. July and August are scorchers but the meltemi wind keeps things breathable on the coast.
Top-Attraktionen in Kos
💡 Don't bother with the overpriced tourist shops around it. Instead, grab a coffee from the nearby café on Plateia Platanou and sit on the steps watching the locals walk by.
💡 The castle grounds are free to enter but the interior isn't. Go at sunset for the best light, and climb the short ramp just inside the main gate for a panoramic photo without the ticket.
💡 Visit early morning before the heat and crowds. The shaded paths near the plane trees give you clear views of the mosaic floors without paying for the adjacent museum.
💡 If you're here the first Sunday, arrive just before 10:00 when it opens — it's small and fills up fast. The garden courtyard has nice shade and a few benches. Otherwise, the museum is not worth the full price unless you're very keen.
💡 Take the local bus from Kos Town central station (€1.80, runs every 30 mins) to Marmari village, then walk 15 mins north. Bring your own food and water — the tavernas are 10 mins inland.