Your stay — palm beach hotel
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The Property — palm beach hotel
The Palm Beach Hotel is a straightforward, whitewashed beachfront property on the outskirts of Kos Town. Its lobby feels like a busy airport departure lounge in peak season — functional, with a low ceiling and a constant flow of guests checking in for short stays. The main draw is the private stretch of shingle beach and an outdoor pool, but the interiors are dated 90s Mediterranean, not boutique. It suits budget-conscious couples and package holiday groups who plan to be out all day, not those seeking quiet charm.
Chronicles of Kos
Kos Town was founded around the 4th century BC as a Dorian settlement and later flourished under the Knights of St John, who built the imposing Medieval Castle at the harbour entrance. A devastating earthquake in 1933 levelled most of the old town, allowing Italian architects to rebuild with rationalist blocks and wide boulevards, giving today's grid-like commercial centre. The ancient Asklepieion, a healing sanctuary, and the Roman Odeon survive as key archaeological sites. Modern Kos Town is a busy ferry hub and package-tourism base, with a buzzing bar strip along the harbour and a modest old quarter of plane trees and tavernas. Its character is defined by sunlight, stone, and souvenir shops rather than high culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kos guide →Best months
May, June and September are ideal: daytime highs around 28-30°C, low to moderate crowds, and the Meltemi wind keeps the air pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are absolute peak; Kos Town is packed with package holidaymakers and day-trippers from cruise ships. Hotel prices at Palm Beach roughly double from June levels to around £150-180 per room. The Kos Festival (late July) adds a few cultural events but the main driver is school holidays and the reliable 35°C heat.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September to early October offer 30-40% lower room rates than July, with temperatures still reaching 25-28°C and noticeably quieter beaches.
Weather & packing
Kos has a dry, gusty Meltemi wind in summer that often whips up dust from the island's patchy soil. Pack a light jacket or wrap for evenings by the sea, and a wide-brimmed hat to shield from both sun and dust.
Live City Briefing — Kos
- Kos Town's port is undergoing renovation until late 2026; some harbour bus stops have been relocated to Akti Miaouli — check local signboards.
- The Asklepieion has extended summer opening until 8pm from June 2026, allowing later visits to avoid midday heat.
- A new pedestrian zone on Vasileos Georgiou street (from Eleftherias Square to the castle) opened in May 2026, limiting taxis, which slightly eases the evening bar-crawl crowd.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to palm beach hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors on the side facing away from Κωων Ολυμπιονικων (likely the back of the hotel). These rooms get less street noise and better sea or garden views from the higher vantage point.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front, directly on Κωων Ολυμπιονικων – the street name suggests a main road with traffic and possibly daytime delivery noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel only has stairs indicated (no lift); top-floor rooms would be a walk-up hassle.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors at the back or side of the hotel may overlook the Aegean or neighbouring rooftops. The front offers little more than a busy street view.
Quietest floors
Third floor and above (assuming up to 4 floors typical for a 3-star in Kos). Higher floors escape ground-level street noise and footfall from the lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Kωων Ολυμπιονικων is a named road in Kos town, likely with local traffic, mopeds, and early-morning deliveries. The hotel's basic 3-star build means thin walls, so corridor and adjacent room noise is possible; pick an end-of-corridor room if available.
Insider tips
Ask for a high-floor room away from the street at check-in – it costs nothing. Parking in Kos town is tight; ask the reception about nearby free municipal parking on the side streets off Kωων Ολυμπιονικων.
- 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 — palm beach hotel
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas; speeds adequate for browsing, not streaming
No lift; ground-floor rooms only (stairs-free access to reception and pool area)
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop free; late check-out until 12:00 with €20 fee
Free storage at reception after check-out
Limited: step-free entrance but no lift; no adapted bathrooms
Free on-site parking (unmarked spaces); nearest public car park 400m away (€5/day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full stay amount charged at booking; €50 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: ΑΓΙΟΙ ΠΑΝΤΕΣ (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: ΑΓΙΟΙ ΠΑΝΤΕΣ (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Panagia Syntriani Kapelle (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Τριάδα (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ιστορικό Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κω — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Roman Odeum — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Εθνική Τράπεζα — 977 m · ~12 min walk
ΠΑΠΑΔΑΚΗ ΑΘΑΝΑΣΙΑ — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Super Market — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Akteon (Center) — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in Kos Town for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist ports – they charge poor rates and high fees.
Major credit/debit cards are widely accepted in restaurants, shops and hotels. Contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) work at most terminals; cash is still needed for small tavernas, market stalls, and local buses.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Tipping taxi drivers a euro or two is fine; hotel porters and cleaning staff get €1-2 per bag/night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or Greek coffee from a bakery or kafeneio costs around €2-€2.50.
A gyros pita from a takeaway shop costs €3.50-€4.50 and is your best budget lunch.
A main dish like moussaka or souvlaki at a local taverna costs €8-€12.
Around the harbour and main streets of Kos Town you'll find pita gyros, souvlaki, and cheese pies from small shops and street-side grills.
Supermarket chains include AB Vassilopoulos, Lidl, and Masoutis; they all have branches on the main roads.
Kos Town market and side streets have affordable clothing shops selling summer basics, sandals, and souvenirs; for bargains check the weekly street market (Tuesday/Saturday morning).
The cheapest way to get around is by local bus (€1.80 per ride within town) or a day pass (€5). From the airport, take the public bus (€2.50) into Kos Town; taxis are €25-€30 fixed.
1. Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets, not tourist shops near the beach. 2. Eat lunch at tavernas away from the harbourfront – prices drop significantly. 3. Use the local bus or rent a bicycle (€5-8/day) instead of taxis or scooters.
Good to know — Kos
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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 palm beach hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Εθνική Τράπεζα — 977 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · ΠΑΠΑΔΑΚΗ ΑΘΑΝΑΣΙΑ — 1.6 km · ~20 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 palm beach hotel?
Request upper floors on the side facing away from Κωων Ολυμπιονικων (likely the back of the hotel). These rooms get less street noise and better sea or garden views from the higher vantage point.
Which rooms should I avoid at palm beach hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms at the front, directly on Κωων Ολυμπιονικων – the street name suggests a main road with traffic and possibly daytime delivery noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel only has stairs indicated (no lift); top-floor rooms would be a walk-up hassle.
Is palm beach hotel noisy?
Kωων Ολυμπιονικων is a named road in Kos town, likely with local traffic, mopeds, and early-morning deliveries. The hotel's basic 3-star build means thin walls, so corridor and adjacent room noise is possible; pick an end-of-corridor room if available.
Which rooms have the best views at palm beach hotel?
Rooms on the upper floors at the back or side of the hotel may overlook the Aegean or neighbouring rooftops. The front offers little more than a busy street view.
What are insider tips for staying at palm beach hotel?
Ask for a high-floor room away from the street at check-in – it costs nothing. Parking in Kos town is tight; ask the reception about nearby free municipal parking on the side streets off Kωων Ολυμπιονικων.
What time is check-in at palm beach hotel?
Check-in at palm beach hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does palm beach hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas; speeds adequate for browsing, not streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at palm beach hotel?
€1.50 per room per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near palm beach hotel?
A gyros pita from a takeaway shop costs €3.50-€4.50 and is your best budget lunch.
What is the cheapest way to get around from palm beach hotel?
The cheapest way to get around is by local bus (€1.80 per ride within town) or a day pass (€5). From the airport, take the public bus (€2.50) into Kos Town; taxis are €25-€30 fixed.
When is the best time to visit Kos?
May, June and September are ideal: daytime highs around 28-30°C, low to moderate crowds, and the Meltemi wind keeps the air pleasant.
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.