🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Platon
📍 Rodos
Il tuo soggiorno — Platon
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La proprietà — Platon
The Hotel Platon is a no-frills, two-star budget option a ten-minute walk from Rhodes Town's medieval centre and the New Marina. The lobby feels like a functional 1980s guesthouse: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a seating area with a TV. It appeals to backpackers or anyone needing a clean, cheap bed for one night before catching a ferry. There is no lift and rooms are basic, but the location keeps you close to the Old Town without paying Old Town prices.
Cronache di Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC as the island's capital, built on a grid plan that still influences its layout. The Colossus of Rhodes once stood here, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, destroyed by earthquake in 226 BC. The Knights Hospitaller conquered the city in 1309 and transformed it into a walled medieval fortress, the finest surviving example of its kind in the Mediterranean. After Ottoman rule and a short Italian occupation, Rhodes became part of Greece in 1947. Today, its UNESCO-listed Old Town mixes Byzantine, Gothic and Ottoman architecture, while the modern city beyond the walls is a busy port and tourist gateway.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Rodos →I migliori mesi
May and June for warm, sunny days and the spring flowers still out, plus lower crowds. September and early October are also excellent, with sea temperatures still pleasant and fewer families.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the absolute peak months, with temperatures averaging 30°C and crowds filling the Old Town and beaches. Hotel prices roughly double from June levels. The main driver is school summer holidays across Europe. No major single festival, but the Rhodes Medieval Festival in late August adds some local colour.
Stagione di spalla
April and October offer the best budget deals, especially at a two-star like Platon, with room discounts of 30-50% compared to August. Weather is mild (18-25°C) but still good for sightseeing, and the Old Town is quiet.
Meteo e imballaggio
The Meltemi wind, a strong northerly, often blows in July, cooling the air but raising dust. Pack light long trousers and a windproof jacket for evenings on the coast.
Briefing della città — Rodos
- The main Old Town entrance at Eleftherias Gate is still undergoing stonework restoration; use the D'Amboise Gate as a less dusty alternative.
- A new direct bus from the airport to Rhodes Town centre has replaced the previous shuttle, running every 30 minutes in July; check the terminal board for the 'Rhodes Express' stop.
- The Palace of the Grand Master has introduced timed-entry slots for July and August; pre-book online to avoid queuing in the sun.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Platon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a first-floor room facing away from the street. At a 2-star hotel on Rodos, upper floors are unlikely due to no lift, so ground floor is typical. First floor (if accessible via stairs) reduces footfall noise from reception and lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room adjacent to the main entrance or staircase. Ground-floor rooms facing the street will pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from Rodos road.
Best views
No significant view from a 2-star hotel in central Rodos. Request a room overlooking an internal courtyard or side alley to minimise street-facing outlook.
Quietest floors
First floor (if the building has two storeys) is the quietest, above ground-level commotion. Ground floor only if layout includes an internal courtyard side.
🔊 Noise notes
Constant street noise from Rodos main road — traffic, scooters, and late-night foot traffic. No soundproofing at this price level.
Insider tips
1. Check in early to bag a non-street-facing room — first come, first served at a 2-star. 2. Bring earplugs; the street noise is unrelenting even with windows closed.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Platon
Free basic WiFi in lobby only; no in-room WiFi; login via room number and surname
No lift; all rooms accessed via stairs (three floors, no historic section)
No newspapers or digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €15
Free at reception during daylight hours; overnight storage not available
No step-free access; two steps at entrance and no lift; not suitable for wheelchair users
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Mandraki Harbour Car Park, €15 per night; no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (547 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 447 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke — 646 m · ~8 min walk
Select — 444 m · ~6 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Avoid airport and tourist bureaux on the harbour — they give poor rates; use bank ATMs inside the old town for better rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and Apple/Google Pay common in restaurants, shops, and taxis; bring cash for small markets and bus tickets.
Round up the bill at restaurants (5-10%); leave small change for taxis; tip hotel staff €1-2 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Greek frappe (iced instant coffee) at a kafenio or street-side cafe — about €3.
Pita gyros from a souvlaki joint — €4-5, filling and fast.
Moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna in the old town — main dish €10-15.
Souvlaki and gyros from stalls along the cobbled streets of the old town and near Mandraki Harbour.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common budget supermarkets in Rodos town.
High-street chains like H&M and Zara along the main shopping street (Papagou) in the new town; markets in the old town for souvenirs.
Local bus from Rodos town to other beaches (€1.80-2.50 one-way); from the airport, take bus line 1 (€2.50) to town centre — avoid taxis (€20+).
Eat at tavernas away from Mandraki harbour for lower prices; buy a day pass for €5 for unlimited bus rides in the town; skip the tourist menus and order from the Greek dishes section.
Buono da sapere — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Platon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 447 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 646 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Platon?
Request a first-floor room facing away from the street. At a 2-star hotel on Rodos, upper floors are unlikely due to no lift, so ground floor is typical. First floor (if accessible via stairs) reduces footfall noise from reception and lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Platon?
Avoid any room adjacent to the main entrance or staircase. Ground-floor rooms facing the street will pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from Rodos road.
Is Platon noisy?
Constant street noise from Rodos main road — traffic, scooters, and late-night foot traffic. No soundproofing at this price level.
Which rooms have the best views at Platon?
No significant view from a 2-star hotel in central Rodos. Request a room overlooking an internal courtyard or side alley to minimise street-facing outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Platon?
1. Check in early to bag a non-street-facing room — first come, first served at a 2-star. 2. Bring earplugs; the street noise is unrelenting even with windows closed.
What time is check-in at Platon?
Check-in at Platon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Platon have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in lobby only; no in-room WiFi; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Platon?
€1.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Platon?
Pita gyros from a souvlaki joint — €4-5, filling and fast.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Platon?
Local bus from Rodos town to other beaches (€1.80-2.50 one-way); from the airport, take bus line 1 (€2.50) to town centre — avoid taxis (€20+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and June for warm, sunny days and the spring flowers still out, plus lower crowds. September and early October are also excellent, with sea temperatures still pleasant and fewer families.
Principali attrazioni a 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).