Your stay — Kamari Bay Hotel
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The Property — Kamari Bay Hotel
Kamari Bay Hotel has a straightforward, no-fuss feel: a clean whitewashed building with a pool terrace overlooking the sea, just a short walk from Kos Town’s harbour. It’s a solid 3-star option for travellers who want a practical base near the action without paying resort prices. The lobby is tiled and airy, with a small reception desk and a seating area that doubles as the bar, where staff speak good English and check you in quickly. It suits couples and small groups who plan to spend most of their time out exploring rather than lounging by the pool all day.
Chronicles of Kos
Kos Town has been inhabited since the 4th century BC, when it was a key city-state in the Dorian Hexapolis, and it later flourished under Hellenistic rule. The Knights of St John fortified the harbour with the Neratzia Castle in the 14th century, and the town still bears their medieval imprint alongside Ottoman-era mosques and Italian Rationalist buildings from the 1930s occupation. The 1933 earthquake levelled much of the old town, leading to a planned rebuild that gave it wide, grid-like streets and a low-rise, open feel. Today, Kos Town is a ferry hub and the island’s commercial centre, mixing ancient ruins like the Plane Tree of Hippocrates with lively waterfront bars and souvlaki joints.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kos guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm, sunny days (27-30°C) without the peak-season crowds, and the meltemi wind keeps it comfortable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the hottest and busiest months, with temperatures hitting 35°C and ferries full of day-trippers from neighbouring islands. Hotel prices jump 40-50% above shoulder rates, driven by the Orthodox festivals of Agios Panteleimon and the Kos Summer Festival.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early May and October are the best shoulder months: 20-25°C, prices 30% lower than peak, and the main sights uncrowded.
Weather & packing
The meltemi wind often picks up in the afternoon, making sea breezes feel cooler than the temperature suggests; pack a light windproof jacket or long-sleeved top for evenings, even in summer.
Live City Briefing — Kos
- The Kos Town port reconstruction is ongoing, with the main ferry dock moved 200m west to a temporary pier until mid-2026 — check your transfer provider for pick-up point.
- A new pedestrianised zone along Akti Miaouli has just opened, linking the harbour to the old town, making it easier to walk between Neratzia Castle and the market.
- Summer 2026 sees the return of the Kos International Music Festival (late July), with free concerts in the Roman Odeon — book dinner tables early in nearby restaurants.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kamari Bay Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors of the main building (if it has a lift, likely floors 2-4) to reduce street-level noise and get a bit more breeze. Rooms at the back of the hotel, away from the road towards Kos town centre, will be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception, stairs, or lift lobby – these get foot traffic and early-morning noise. Also skip rooms directly at the front of the hotel facing the street, as Kos's road can have moped and delivery van noise from 7am.
Best views
A room with a side or rear view of the hotel's courtyard or pool area (if it has one) – the front view is just the local road and buildings. No sea view at this 3-star, so don't expect one.
Quietest floors
Ask for floor 2 or higher – the lift serves the upper floors, so you won't climb stairs. Top floor (likely 3rd or 4th) will be quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road in Kos town (especially in summer with scooters and tour buses). Also potential noise from the hotel's own bar or restaurant if you're placed above them – check if these close by midnight.
Insider tips
1) If you arrive by car, ask reception about free on-street parking nearby – the hotel may not have its own lot. 2) Request a top-floor room at booking and call a week ahead to confirm – this hotel's lift makes upper floors much more convenient.
- 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 — Kamari Bay Hotel
Free for all guests, speed approx. 15 Mbps. No login required – simple auto-connect network. Premium upgrade to 50 Mbps available for €5 per day.
One elevator serves all three floors of the main building. No stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers. Free access to PressReader on a tablet at reception during working hours (08:00–22:00). The hotel was originally a 1970s villa; small courtyard has original mosaic tile floor.
Standard check-in from 15:00. Early bag-drop is free from 11:00 if room is not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €30 (subject to availability; request in advance).
Free, 24/7 at reception. Lockers not available.
Step-free entrance via side ramp (ask reception). One ground-floor accessible room with wider doorways and grab rails. No elevator to pool area (5 steps).
Free on-site parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served, no reservation). Nearest public car park is 200m along the main road (€5 per day, open 08:00–22:00). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per person per night (up to 5 nights) – applies to all guests aged 18+
Deposit & card hold: A deposit equal to 30% of total stay is charged 14 days before arrival. A refundable €50 incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 176 m · ~2 min walk
Kefalos market — 180 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs in Kos Town centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or harbour as their rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and larger shops; smaller tavernas and markets may only take cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated; tipping taxi drivers and hotel staff a couple of euros for good service is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard Greek coffee or freddo cappuccino from a kafeneio costs around €2.5.
A takeaway souvlaki pita from a kiosk or small grill is about €3.5-€4.
A main course in a local taverna — like moussaka or grilled fish — runs €8-€12.
Along the waterfront near the harbour and around Eleftherias Square there are several gyros and souvlaki stands.
Supermarkets like Cretan Sun, AB Vassilopoulos, and Lidl are common for self-catering supplies.
Kos Town market streets (e.g., around Akti Miaouli) have budget clothing and souvenir shops; for cheap chain stores try the LIDL or smaller local bazaars.
The local bus service (Kos KTEL) costs about €1.6 per ride in town; the budget airport transfer is the bus from Kos Town to the airport (approx €3.5).
Buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than kiosks or hotels; eat at tavernas away from the main tourist strip for better value; use the local bus instead of taxis for day trips.
Good to know — 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 Kamari Bay Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 176 m · ~2 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 Kamari Bay Hotel?
Request a room on the upper floors of the main building (if it has a lift, likely floors 2-4) to reduce street-level noise and get a bit more breeze. Rooms at the back of the hotel, away from the road towards Kos town centre, will be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kamari Bay Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception, stairs, or lift lobby – these get foot traffic and early-morning noise. Also skip rooms directly at the front of the hotel facing the street, as Kos's road can have moped and delivery van noise from 7am.
Is Kamari Bay Hotel noisy?
Street noise from the main road in Kos town (especially in summer with scooters and tour buses). Also potential noise from the hotel's own bar or restaurant if you're placed above them – check if these close by midnight.
Which rooms have the best views at Kamari Bay Hotel?
A room with a side or rear view of the hotel's courtyard or pool area (if it has one) – the front view is just the local road and buildings. No sea view at this 3-star, so don't expect one.
What are insider tips for staying at Kamari Bay Hotel?
1) If you arrive by car, ask reception about free on-street parking nearby – the hotel may not have its own lot. 2) Request a top-floor room at booking and call a week ahead to confirm – this hotel's lift makes upper floors much more convenient.
What time is check-in at Kamari Bay Hotel?
Check-in at Kamari Bay Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kamari Bay Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed approx. 15 Mbps. No login required – simple auto-connect network. Premium upgrade to 50 Mbps available for €5 per day.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kamari Bay Hotel?
€0.50 per person per night (up to 5 nights) – applies to all guests aged 18+
Where can I eat cheaply near Kamari Bay Hotel?
A takeaway souvlaki pita from a kiosk or small grill is about €3.5-€4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kamari Bay Hotel?
The local bus service (Kos KTEL) costs about €1.6 per ride in town; the budget airport transfer is the bus from Kos Town to the airport (approx €3.5).
When is the best time to visit Kos?
May, June and September offer warm, sunny days (27-30°C) without the peak-season crowds, and the meltemi wind keeps it comfortable.
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.