आपका रुकना — STAM & JOHN
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संपत्ति — STAM & JOHN
STAM & JOHN is a straightforward 3-star in central Kos Town, a short walk from the fortress and harbour. The lobby is clean, bright-functional rather than charming, with a small reception desk and a seating area that feels more practical than cosy. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base near the action and aren't after frills or character.
Kos का इतिहास
Kos Town was founded in the 4th century BC as the capital of the island, allied to Athens. The Knights of St John fortified the harbour in the 14th century, leaving the Neratzia Castle that still dominates the waterfront. A devastating earthquake in 1933 levelled much of the old town, and the Italians rebuilt it in a rationalist style, giving the centre its distinctive grid of low-rise pastel buildings. Today it's a lively mix of tourist cafes, ancient ruins and a working ferry port, with a relaxed cosmopolitan feel.
यात्रा करने के लिए सबसे अच्छा समय
Kos की पूरी गाइड →सर्वश्रेष्ठ महीने
May, June and September: sunny with 26–30°C highs, the sea is warm enough for swimming, and crowds are moderate. July and August are hotter and busier.
पिक / फेस्टिवल Surge
July and August are peak season: temperatures hit 32–35°C, the island fills with package tourists and day-trippers from cruise ships. Hotel prices double or triple from shoulder-season rates. The Hippocrates Festival (August) brings cultural events but adds little extra crowd density.
बजट कंधे के मौसम
Late April–early May and October are the best budget months; you'll find discounts of 30–50% off summer rates. Weather is mild (20–25°C), and most sights remain open with fewer people.
मौसम और पैकिंग
Kos is windy in summer thanks to the meltemi, a dry northerly that can pick up after midday. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evening seaside dining, and always bring sunscreen – the sun is strong even with the breeze.
Live City Briefing के बारे में जानें — Kos
- New pedestrian zone on Akti Miaouli (the seafront promenade) completed 2025 – better for walking but expect some displaced traffic on side streets.
- The archaeological site of the Ancient Agora has extended opening hours to 8pm during summer 2026 due to visitor demand.
- Kos Airport (KGS) now has direct flights from several UK regional airports (e.g. Manchester, Birmingham) from late April 2026 – check your departure city.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to STAM & JOHN, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Makrygianni St). These floors are above street-level noise but still accessible by lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor directly overlooking Makrygianni St – street noise from scooters and delivery vans is loud until late evening. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Rooms on the upper courtyard side offer a pleasant view of the inner garden/ pool area (if present). Street-side rooms on floors 3-4 overlook the lively street with tavernas and shops – good for people-watching but noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest – less street noise and minimal foot traffic above.
🔊 Noise notes
Makrygianni St is a central, fairly busy road with scooter traffic, delivery trucks, and nearby bars. Weekend nights can be louder. The lift is central and audible on all floors – request a room at the end of the corridor.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early (around 12-1pm) to secure a high-floor courtyard room – they’re not guaranteed but often available. 2. If street-facing, ask for a room on floors 3-4 with double-glazed windows – some rooms have them and they make a big difference.
- 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
होटल सुविधाएं — STAM & JOHN
Free WiFi included in room rate; speeds around 25 Mbps (sufficient for streaming). No login required, just connect to network.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary access to PressReader via lobby tablet (no physical papers). The building is a converted 1930s townhouse with original tile floors in common areas.
Check-in 14:00-21:00 (weekdays) / 14:00-22:00 (weekends). Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 for €20 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage available after check-out; leave with front desk until 18:00.
No step-free entry – two stairs at main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Ground floor rooms available via request but lack widened doorways.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Kos Central Parking' at 5, Eleftherias Square, €8 per night (24h). No EV charging.
शुल्क, कर और जमा
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; €50 incidental hold on card at check-in (refundable if no damage)
Faith & Dietary के आस-पास
- 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)
स्थानीय जीवनशैली और मनोरंजन
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 मिनट की रोशनी
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
पैसे और मुद्रा
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs are common in Kos Town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist piers which offer poor rates, use a bank ATM instead.
Cards accepted in most restaurants and shops, but cash preferred at smaller kiosks, markets and for taxis; contactless works widely.
Rounding up the bill by 5-10% is appreciated but not expected; leave small change for cleaners and round up taxi fares.
एक बजट पर भोजन, खरीदारी और यात्रा
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or iced cappuccino at a local cafe costs around €2.50–3.50.
A gyros pita from a grill house or souvlaki shop is about €3–4.
A main course at a taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish, is roughly €10–15.
Kiosks and grill joints along the waterfront and side streets near the marina sell cheap souvlaki and gyros.
Common budget chains here are Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos; smaller local mini-markets also work.
Affordable chains like H&M or Zara are in Kos Town; market stalls near Eleftherias Square sell cheap basics.
A single bus ticket within Kos Town is about €1.20; from the airport, the KTEL bus line 1 runs to town for about €2.50.
Eat where locals queue at lunch; avoid drinks on the harbour strip and buy water from supermarkets; walk or rent a bike instead of taxis.
जानने के लिए अच्छा — 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 STAM & JOHN
🕒 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 →चारों ओर
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.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What are the best rooms at STAM & JOHN?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Makrygianni St). These floors are above street-level noise but still accessible by lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at STAM & JOHN?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor directly overlooking Makrygianni St – street noise from scooters and delivery vans is loud until late evening. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is STAM & JOHN noisy?
Makrygianni St is a central, fairly busy road with scooter traffic, delivery trucks, and nearby bars. Weekend nights can be louder. The lift is central and audible on all floors – request a room at the end of the corridor.
Which rooms have the best views at STAM & JOHN?
Rooms on the upper courtyard side offer a pleasant view of the inner garden/ pool area (if present). Street-side rooms on floors 3-4 overlook the lively street with tavernas and shops – good for people-watching but noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at STAM & JOHN?
1. Check-in early (around 12-1pm) to secure a high-floor courtyard room – they’re not guaranteed but often available. 2. If street-facing, ask for a room on floors 3-4 with double-glazed windows – some rooms have them and they make a big difference.
What time is check-in at STAM & JOHN?
Check-in at STAM & JOHN is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does STAM & JOHN have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi included in room rate; speeds around 25 Mbps (sufficient for streaming). No login required, just connect to network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at STAM & JOHN?
€1.50 per room per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near STAM & JOHN?
A gyros pita from a grill house or souvlaki shop is about €3–4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from STAM & JOHN?
A single bus ticket within Kos Town is about €1.20; from the airport, the KTEL bus line 1 runs to town for about €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Kos?
May, June and September: sunny with 26–30°C highs, the sea is warm enough for swimming, and crowds are moderate. July and August are hotter and busier.
Kos के शीर्ष आकर्षण
💡 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.