Your stay — Argiri Hotel
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The Property — Argiri Hotel
The Argiri Hotel is a straightforward, family-run three-star on the quieter strip of Kos Town, a short walk from the harbour. Standing in the lobby you get a faded but friendly 1970s Greek island feel – tiled floors, a small bar, and guests heading out with beach towels. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a good-value base with a pool and breakfast included, not style or nightlife.
Chronicles of Kos
Kos Town was settled in antiquity and became a powerful city-state in the 4th century BC, famous for the Hippocratic School of Medicine. The Knights of St John fortified the harbour in the 14th century, leaving the castle and medieval quarter, while the 1933 earthquake levelled most of the older Ottoman buildings, leading to a rapid Italian-influenced rebuild with wide neoclassical streets. Today it's a low-key resort town that blends ancient ruins like the Agora and Roman Odeon with a workaday port, tavernas, and ferry links to Turkey.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kos guide →Best months
May, June, September – comfortable heat, sea warm enough for swimming, fewer crowds than high summer and prices still moderate.
Peak / festival surge
July and August – school holidays and the meltemi wind keep temperatures bearable but islands are packed; hotel prices can double. The Hippokrateia Festival in late July and August brings cultural events to the castle and town.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and October – rooms 30-40% cheaper, sea still warm, tourists thinned out, and the island's tavernas are quieter but still open.
Weather & packing
The meltemi wind funnels through the Dodecanese in summer, often gusting in the afternoon – a light windbreaker or pashmina is useful for beach or coastal walks. Pack a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses; the sun is fierce even when the breeze cools you.
Live City Briefing — Kos
- Kos town's main seafront promenade has been partly pedestrianised for 2026, easing traffic past the castle but requiring a short detour for drivers heading to the port.
- Two new ferry connections to Bodrum started this season, with more frequent daily crossings and a new fast-cat service, making day trips to Turkey cheaper and quicker.
- A temporary archaeological dig near the Ancient Agora has closed part of the Platanou Square until September – access to the Hippocrates Plane Tree is via a side alley.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Argiri Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing the pool or side streets. These rooms catch sea breezes and have less foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms near the reception or stairs; they pick up lobby chatter and early-morning luggage drag. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking Kos town's main road if you're a light sleeper.
Best views
Rooms facing east or south-east give morning sun and a view over the pool or the Aegean in the distance. West-facing rooms get afternoon heat but sunset colours.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 (if the hotel has 5 floors). Higher up, street noise fades and air-con units on lower rooftops are less intrusive.
🔊 Noise notes
Kos town centre is lively: expect moped buzz from 7am, bar music until midnight, and occasional deliveries to the hotel's service entrance (often near ground-floor rooms on the north side).
Insider tips
Request a room with a balcony (many have them) for drying swimwear and watching sunset. Arrive early to ask the receptionist for a quiet room away from the bar, as they hold back quieter allocations for late check-ins.
- 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 Facilities — Argiri Hotel
free wifi throughout, speed is sufficient for browsing and messaging but not for HD streaming; login is via room number and surname
one lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
no complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; a small rack with local Greek papers is in the lobby, free to read on site
standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop is free from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 20 euros
free, available at reception after check-out until 18:00
step-free access from street to lobby via a ramp; one wheelchair-accessible ground-floor room with wider doorways; no lift to pool area (three steps down)
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is at Akti Miaouli, 300 metres away, costing 8 euros per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3 euros per person per night mandatory tourist tax, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: a 50% advance deposit is required at booking; a 20 euro incidental card hold is taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Παναγία Προσκυνήτρα (465 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ναυτικό Μουσείο Καρδάμαινας — 461 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 254 m · ~3 min walk
Καρδάμαινα — 578 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers withdraw cash from ATMs (many free); avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots near the harbour in Kos town — poor rates.
Cards accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller tavernas and market stalls prefer cash. Contactless/mobile pay common in newer shops.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants (not expected for bad service); tip taxi drivers by rounding up; €1-2 per night for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappé or freddo cappuccino from a kafeneio or bakery: about €2.50-3.50.
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop: about €3-4.
A meze plate or moussaka at a traditional taverna: around €8-12 for a main.
Gyros, souvlaki, and cheese pies from the many souvlaki shops and bakeries along the main streets and the harbour front in Kos town.
Supermarket chains: SPAR, AB Vassilopoulos, My Market, and Lidl (budget option).
Affordable chain stores like Zara, H&M, and local market stalls along the main shopping street (Ermou) in Kos town.
Local bus from Kos town to neighbouring villages: €1.80-2.50 single; day pass on bus network about €5. From the airport, take the public bus (€4-5) rather than a taxi (€30+).
Eat at souvlaki shops or bakeries for cheap meals; fill up a water bottle at public taps (tap water is safe); buy daily essentials at Lidl or local mini-markets instead of tourist souvenir shops.
Good to know — Kos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · 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 Argiri Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 254 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About Kos
Wikipedia ↗
Kos or Cos (; Greek: Κως [kos]) is a Greek island, part of the Dodecanese island chain in the southeastern Aegean Sea. Kos is the third largest island of the Dodecanese, after Rhodes and Karpathos; it has a population of 37,089 (2021 census), making it the second most populous of the Dodecanese afte...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Argiri Hotel?
Request upper floors (3rd floor and above) facing the pool or side streets. These rooms catch sea breezes and have less foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Argiri Hotel?
Ground-floor rooms near the reception or stairs; they pick up lobby chatter and early-morning luggage drag. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking Kos town's main road if you're a light sleeper.
Is Argiri Hotel noisy?
Kos town centre is lively: expect moped buzz from 7am, bar music until midnight, and occasional deliveries to the hotel's service entrance (often near ground-floor rooms on the north side).
Which rooms have the best views at Argiri Hotel?
Rooms facing east or south-east give morning sun and a view over the pool or the Aegean in the distance. West-facing rooms get afternoon heat but sunset colours.
What are insider tips for staying at Argiri Hotel?
Request a room with a balcony (many have them) for drying swimwear and watching sunset. Arrive early to ask the receptionist for a quiet room away from the bar, as they hold back quieter allocations for late check-ins.
What time is check-in at Argiri Hotel?
Check-in at Argiri Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Argiri Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free wifi throughout, speed is sufficient for browsing and messaging but not for HD streaming; login is via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Argiri Hotel?
3 euros per person per night mandatory tourist tax, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Argiri Hotel?
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop: about €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Argiri Hotel?
Local bus from Kos town to neighbouring villages: €1.80-2.50 single; day pass on bus network about €5. From the airport, take the public bus (€4-5) rather than a taxi (€30+).
When is the best time to visit Kos?
May, June, September – comfortable heat, sea warm enough for swimming, fewer crowds than high summer and prices still moderate.
Top Attractions 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.