Votre séjour — International
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La propriété — International
International Hotel is a concrete-and-glass block on the sea front, offering no-frills three-star comfort a short walk from Kos town centre. Its lobby has a faded Aegean blue tile floor and a small bar; the vibe is functional but clean, popular with package holidaymakers and families who want a simple base near the beach. Rooms are compact and dated, but many have balconies with sea views, and the pool area is better kept than the interior. It suits budget-conscious travellers or those prioritising location over boutique charm.
Chroniques de Kos
Kos town was founded in the 4th century BC by settlers from Halicarnassus, later becoming a major Hellenistic centre thanks to the Asclepieion, an ancient medical school. The old town is a jumble of Ottoman houses, a 14th-century Knights’ Castle, and a Roman odeon, all rebuilt after the 1933 earthquake that levelled much of the original fabric. Today its identity mixes laid-back island tourism with a working port serving ferry routes to Turkey and other Dodecanese islands. Contemporary life revolves around the harbourfront cafés and the Saturday market, where locals sell cheese and honey alongside tourist trinkets.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Kos →Meilleurs mois
May and September offer warm 25-30°C days, good swimming temps and far fewer crowds than July-August. Late June also works if you avoid full peak.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August are the peak, driven by school holidays and direct charter flights across Europe. Hotel prices at International can double to €100-120 per night; main events are the August Hippocratic Festival (theatre, music) and the busy Kos Regatta.
La saison des épaules
April and October are the best budget shoulder months: hotels drop to €40-60, daytime temps linger around 20-24°C, and the island is quiet. The sea is still swimmable until late October.
Météo & Emballage
Kos can get sudden meltemi winds in July, whipping up dust and cooling the air by 5-10°C in minutes. Pack a long-sleeved shirt or light jacket for evenings, plus sunscreen and a windproof layer.
Briefing de la ville — Kos
- The main coastal road between Kos town and Mastichari is under repair until end of July 2026, causing 20-minute delays; check if your transfer route is affected.
- Kos Airport (KGS) has completed its runway extension, now handling more direct summer flights from Manchester and Berlin from June 2026.
- A new pedestrian zone has opened along Averof Street in the old town, linking the castle to Plateia Eleftherias, making it easier to walk to restaurants without dodging scooters.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to International, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
A room on the second floor or higher, facing the courtyard or side street rather than the main road. The side entrance off the pedestrian zone is quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the reception or lift lobby, as they pick up foot traffic and late-arriving guests. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast area if the hotel serves early buffets.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms with a balcony overlooking the old town rooftops or the harbour – Kos’s waterfront is a short walk away, so a view of the Aegean may be partial but pleasant. Request ‘sea-facing’ if listed.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 through 4 (assuming a low-rise building, typical for 3-star hotels in Kos town).
🔊 Noise notes
Kos town centre includes bars and restaurants open late (especially in summer). Rooms at the front of the hotel may get street noise from scooters, delivery trucks, and late-night revellers until 1–2am. The side or rear courtyard is markedly quieter.
Insider tips
1. If you’re arriving by car, ask about free on-street parking on the side streets rather than paid hotel parking (common in Kos town). 2. Request a room on the third or fourth floor if possible – the lift may be small and slow, and stairs are useful but avoid the ground floor entirely.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — International
Free basic (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium 30 Mbps available for €5 per 24 hours
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand or physical papers; no notable heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag-drop from 11:00 free; late check-out until 13:00 costs €25, after 13:00 charged half-night
Free for same-day use only; overnight storage not available
Step-free access via side ramp to lobby; wheelchair-accessible lift and one ground-floor room; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park (Kos Town Municipal) is 400 m away, €8 per night; no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (payable on departure)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a €50 incidental hold placed on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- 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)
Style de vie et récréation
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 minutes de radios essentielles
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
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Cash exchanges at banks or post offices in Kos Town offer better rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks which give poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless common; smaller cafes or market stalls may take cash only.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated but not mandatory; taxis rarely expect tips; hotel porters a euro or two.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A simple Greek coffee or freddo cappuccino at a kafeneio costs around €2.50-€3.50.
A gyros pita from a street-side takeaway is about €3-€4.
A main course at a taverna starts around €8-€12 (think moussaka or souvlaki plate).
Gyros, souvlaki, and bougatsa are cheap eats along the harbour front and main market streets in Kos Town.
Supermarket chains like Lidl, AB Vassilopoulos, and Sklavenitis are common in and around Kos Town.
Affordable chain stores and market stalls along the main shopping streets in Kos Town for basics and holiday wear.
Local buses from Kos Town to nearby villages cost €1.50-€3 per ride; airport bus to town is €2.50.
Eat where locals queue for lunch; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than beach kiosks; rent a bike or scooter to avoid bus fares.
Bon à savoir — 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 International
🕒 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 →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at International?
A room on the second floor or higher, facing the courtyard or side street rather than the main road. The side entrance off the pedestrian zone is quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at International?
Ground-floor rooms near the reception or lift lobby, as they pick up foot traffic and late-arriving guests. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast area if the hotel serves early buffets.
Is International noisy?
Kos town centre includes bars and restaurants open late (especially in summer). Rooms at the front of the hotel may get street noise from scooters, delivery trucks, and late-night revellers until 1–2am. The side or rear courtyard is markedly quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at International?
Upper-floor rooms with a balcony overlooking the old town rooftops or the harbour – Kos’s waterfront is a short walk away, so a view of the Aegean may be partial but pleasant. Request ‘sea-facing’ if listed.
What are insider tips for staying at International?
1. If you’re arriving by car, ask about free on-street parking on the side streets rather than paid hotel parking (common in Kos town). 2. Request a room on the third or fourth floor if possible – the lift may be small and slow, and stairs are useful but avoid the ground floor entirely.
What time is check-in at International?
Check-in at International is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does International have Wi-Fi?
Free basic (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium 30 Mbps available for €5 per 24 hours
Is there a city or tourist tax at International?
€1.50 per room per night (payable on departure)
Where can I eat cheaply near International?
A gyros pita from a street-side takeaway is about €3-€4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from International?
Local buses from Kos Town to nearby villages cost €1.50-€3 per ride; airport bus to town is €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Kos?
May and September offer warm 25-30°C days, good swimming temps and far fewer crowds than July-August. Late June also works if you avoid full peak.
Principales attractions à 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.