Dein Aufenthalt — Blue Star
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Das Eigentum — Blue Star
Blue Star is a straightforward 3-star hotel on Rodos’ eastern coast, a short walk from the beach. The lobby feels like a functional summer base — tiled floors, a small reception desk, a few armchairs, and a bar area where guests grab cold drinks before heading out. Its USP is value-for-money proximity to the old town and the sea, suiting budget-minded couples or solo travellers who plan to spend most of their time exploring rather than lounging by the pool.
Chroniken von Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greek city-states of Ialysos, Kamiros and Lindos, who built a planned Hippodamian grid. It became a major Hellenistic trading hub, best known for the Colossus of Rhodes — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, destroyed by earthquake in 226 BC. The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was largely built by the Knights Hospitaller between 1309 and 1523, with walls, palaces and cobbled streets that survive today. Ottoman rule from 1522 added minarets and hammams, while the Italian occupation in the early 20th century introduced grand Neoclassical buildings along the waterfront. Modern Rodos balances its layered history with a steady tourism economy, its identity split between sunbed beaches and a living museum of stone.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Rodos-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September: daytime highs around 24-28°C, sea warm enough for swimming, crowds thinner than July-August. October also works for cheaper stays and still-pleasant weather.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the peak months, driven by northern European school holidays and intense sunbathing demand. Hotel prices often double from May levels. The Grand Masters’ Palace and street markets pack out by late morning; book lunch tables early.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October are the best budget months: room rates can drop 40-50% below August, temperatures sit at 20-23°C, and the Old Town feels uncrowded. Some beach bars and water-sports rentals close in October, so check ahead.
Wetter & Verpackung
Summer on Rodos gets the strong Meltemi wind — a dry northerly that kicks up in July and August, making late afternoons gusty. Pack a windbreaker or light jacket for evenings by the sea, plus sunscreen even on cloudy days.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Rodos
- The Rodos Old Town main pedestrian route — Socrates Street — has seen new café terraces open in early 2026, but also ongoing cobblestone repairs near the Palace of the Grand Masters; expect some dust and detours through June.
- A new bus-only lane along the coastal road from the hotel area to the city centre was trialled in spring 2026 to ease summer congestion; public buses run every 15 minutes in July.
- Seasonal note: many restaurants and shops in the resort strip close for siesta 14:00-17:00, and credit cards are less accepted in small tavernas — carry enough cash for meals off the main drag.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Blue Star, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 to 4 facing the rear courtyard (away from the street). These floors are a good balance between quiet and easy stair access if the lift is small or slow. The courtyard side will be significantly calmer.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street-level noise and less privacy) and rooms at the front of the hotel on floors 1-2, as Rodos town roads can have scooter traffic from early morning. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Likely limited given a 3-star in Rodos town. Front rooms may have a partial sea glimpse over rooftops (if facing east), but no guarantee. Rear courtyard view is a safe, quiet bet.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 to 4 (especially rear-facing). Higher up reduces street rumble, but 4th floor is fine unless the building has a rooftop bar (not mentioned, so safe).
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos town streets have delivery trucks and mopeds from 7am. The hotel's central address means nightlife bars nearby can carry noise until midnight, especially in summer. Internal corridors amplify lift dings.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm if possible — earlier arrivals often get stuck with a leftover ground-floor room. 2. If driving, ask reception about free street parking zones — they often know where to park overnight without fees.
- 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 — Blue Star
Free for all guests; typical speed 15 Mbps download; no login — just select BlueStar network
One passenger lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
One physical copy of Kathimerini at breakfast buffet; no digital newsstand; no notable heritage quirks
Standard 15:00 check-in; early bag drop from 11:00 at Reception; late checkout until 14:00 for €25, subject to availability
Free for day of arrival/departure in locked room behind reception desk
Step-free from street via ramp to lobby; lift to all floors; no rooms with roll-in shower; narrow bathroom doorways (standard 60 cm)
No on-site parking; free street parking along Leoforos Iraklidon (unmarked, first-come); nearest public car park at Rodos Marina 1.5 km away, €8 per day; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per person per night, payable on arrival
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Agia Sofia (647 m · ~8 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Epsilon Shopping Center — 428 m · ~5 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 514 m · ~6 min walk
Nikolaos M. Chatziantoniadis Pharmacist — 391 m · ~5 min walk
Esperides — 286 m · ~4 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos Town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist points, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops; contactless common, but keep cash for small tavernas, markets and bus fare.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (5-10%), leave small change for taxis, and €1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or cappuccino at a local kafeneio – around €2.50-3.
A gyros pita from a street vendor – about €3-4.
A main course of moussaka or grilled fish at a simple taverna – around €10-15.
Gyros and souvlaki stands near Mandraki harbour and along the Old Town walls are the go-to budget eats.
Supermarkets AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common; smaller mini-markets sell essentials at higher prices.
High-street chains like H&M and Zara in the commercial streets of Rodos Town; markets in Old Town for souvenirs and cheap cotton clothing.
Local bus (€2-4 per ride) is cheapest; a day pass around €8-10. From the airport, take the public bus (€3-4) instead of taxis (€25+).
Eat lunch at tavernas near the beach for cheaper set menus than dinner; buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not tourist kiosks; visit free beaches like Faliraki beach instead of paid sunbeds.
Gut zu wissen — Rodos
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rodos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Blue Star
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 514 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Nikolaos M. Chatziantoniadis Pharmacist — 391 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Olympic Palace Resort, Ixia → Rhodes Town (Mandriaki harbour)
💡 This line runs right along the coast road. Get off at 'Akti Miaouli' for the old town walls or 'Plateia Eleftherias' for the main shopping. Pay the driver, no ticket needed.
Rodos City Centre Terminus → Rodos Paradise Villa area (stop: Pefki Street)
💡 The bus drops you 5 mins walk from the villa. Check the last departure time—return after 8pm requires a taxi. Timetables are posted at the terminus, rarely updated online.
Akti Miaouli stop (100m from Elakati) → Faliraki Beach
💡 The same bus continues to Anthony Quinn Bay and Ladiko Beach—get off at the 'Faliraki Center' stop for the main beach. Return buses tend to fill up by 17:00; catch one before 16:00 to get a seat.
Stella's Country Home (Koskinou) → Rodos Town (Mandráki)
💡 Catch the bus from the main road (Leoforos Kallitheas) — it's a 5-min walk from Stella's. Buses run later in summer; check the timetable at the stop as it changes seasonally.
Olympic Palace Resort, Ixia → Rhodes Town centre
💡 Call a taxi via 22410 24300 — they arrive in under 10 minutes. A ride from the hotel to the old town usually costs €10-12; confirm the fare before getting in.
Stella's Country Home (Koskinou) → Rodos Town Centre
💡 Use the 'Rodos Taxi' app or call +30 22410 65000 to flag one. For a flat rate, agree the fare before getting in — drivers often quote €15-18 for tourists, but locals pay €10-12.
Stegna Village Stop → Rodos Town (Mandriki stop)
💡 The bus runs along the coast road — sit on the left for sea views. It stops near the old town entrance, not the bus station.
Diagoras Airport (RHO) → Avenue of the Sea stop near Olympic Palace
💡 The bus stop is 150m left of arrivals. Buy a ticket from the kiosk at the stop or the driver if no kiosk; exact change helps. The hotel is a 5-min walk from the 'Rhodes City' side of the stop.
Airport Bus Stop (outside arrivals) → Mandraki Bus Stop (near Elakati)
💡 Buy a ticket from the kiosk inside arrivals—cash only. The bus drops you about 800m north of the hotel along the coast, so walk south along Akti Miaouli for 10 minutes.
Rhodes International Airport → Stella's Country Home (Koskinou stop)
💡 Bus number 01 or 02 from the airport stop outside arrivals. Get off at 'Koskinou Square' — Stella's is a 10-min walk uphill. Have small change ready, the driver doesn't give change.
Diagoras Airport Bus Stop → Rodos City Centre (nearest stop to villa: Rhodes Town Terminus)
💡 No direct bus to the villa—you’ll need a taxi from the terminus, which adds €10–15. The bus is cash only, exact change recommended. Buy ticket from driver.
Rodos Airport Bus Stop → Stegna Village Stop (near B&B)
💡 Get off at the Stegna signpost, not the main road — it's a 10-minute walk downhill. The bus can be crowded in July, so have coins ready for the driver.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Blue Star?
Request a room on floors 2 to 4 facing the rear courtyard (away from the street). These floors are a good balance between quiet and easy stair access if the lift is small or slow. The courtyard side will be significantly calmer.
Which rooms should I avoid at Blue Star?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street-level noise and less privacy) and rooms at the front of the hotel on floors 1-2, as Rodos town roads can have scooter traffic from early morning. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Blue Star noisy?
Rodos town streets have delivery trucks and mopeds from 7am. The hotel's central address means nightlife bars nearby can carry noise until midnight, especially in summer. Internal corridors amplify lift dings.
Which rooms have the best views at Blue Star?
Likely limited given a 3-star in Rodos town. Front rooms may have a partial sea glimpse over rooftops (if facing east), but no guarantee. Rear courtyard view is a safe, quiet bet.
What are insider tips for staying at Blue Star?
1. Check in after 3pm if possible — earlier arrivals often get stuck with a leftover ground-floor room. 2. If driving, ask reception about free street parking zones — they often know where to park overnight without fees.
What time is check-in at Blue Star?
Check-in at Blue Star is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Blue Star have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical speed 15 Mbps download; no login — just select BlueStar network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Blue Star?
€0.50 per person per night, payable on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Blue Star?
A gyros pita from a street vendor – about €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Blue Star?
Local bus (€2-4 per ride) is cheapest; a day pass around €8-10. From the airport, take the public bus (€3-4) instead of taxis (€25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and September: daytime highs around 24-28°C, sea warm enough for swimming, crowds thinner than July-August. October also works for cheaper stays and still-pleasant weather.
Top-Attraktionen in Rodos
💡 Come at dawn or dusk for photos without crowds. The lanterns look magical after sunset, and the architecture is best seen without souvenir stalls in the way.
💡 Go early morning before 09:00 for photos without crowds. The nearby Jewish Quarter has fewer tourists.
💡 Walk it at dusk when the street lamps glow and most tourists have left. Look for the carved coats of arms above each inn doorway.
💡 Sunset from the pier is excellent. Bring water shoes if you want to wade. The fish market nearby is lively at 08:00.
💡 Best light for photos is just before sunset. Grab a cheap souvlaki from a harbour-side kiosk and sit on the rocks near the windmills.
💡 Start at the Liberty Gate end; the path is mostly flat and takes about 40 minutes. Good for early morning.
💡 Climb at sunset for clear views over the bay and modern city. No ticket needed.
💡 Bring bread for the peacocks – they'll follow you. It's a 20-minute walk from the centre or a cheap bus ride (€1.20).