Your stay — Achousa hotel
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The Property — Achousa hotel
Achousa Hotel is a no-fuss, family-run three-star in the heart of Rhodes Town, just off the main shopping street and a five-minute walk from the medieval walls. The lobby feels like a sun-baked Greek living room—cool tiled floors, a small reception desk with a jar of local honey for sale, and the smell of fresh oregano from the attached taverna. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean bed, a decent breakfast, and a location that lets them step straight into Old Town without paying four-star prices.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned city with a grid layout. The Colossus of Rhodes—one of the Seven Wonders—once stood at the harbour entrance until an earthquake toppled it. After centuries of Byzantine rule, the Knights Hospitaller fortified the city in the 14th century, building the ramparts and Palace of the Grand Master that still dominate the skyline. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site where crusader castles, Ottoman mosques, and neoclassical Italian-era buildings sit side by side. The city’s modern identity is rooted in tourism, but its year-round Greek character holds firm away from the cruise-ship crowds.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, September, October. May has wildflowers and empty beaches; September offers settled seas and still-warm evenings; October sees prices drop while the sun stays reliable into early month.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak, driven by school holidays and the Meltemi wind making the west coast popular for windsurfing. Hotel prices can double, and advance booking is essential. The Medieval Festival (early June) and Rhodes International Festival (July–August) add cultural crowds.
Budget shoulder season
April and November are the budget shoulder months. April can be cool (20°C highs) but sunny; November is quieter, with some rain and many coastal hotels closed, but Old Town eateries remain open.
Weather & packing
June in Rhodes is hot (average high 30°C) and dry, but the Meltemi wind can whip up unexpectedly in the afternoon. Pack a light windbreaker or a pashmina for evenings on the Old Town ramparts, and comfortable walking shoes—the cobbles are relentless.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes Town’s main bus station (near Mandraki) has been upgraded with digital timetables and a new ticket kiosk, making island bus travel easier from June 2026.
- The renovated aquarium at the old Italian-era hydrobiological station reopened in April 2026, now with a café and rooftop view of the harbour.
- Meltemi winds are forecast to be stronger than average in June 2026, so afternoon ferry schedules to Symi and Halki may face cancellations—book flexible tickets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Achousa hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request the top (third) floor, front-facing rooms overlooking the garden or pool rather than the road. The lift makes upper floors easy, and you get the most daylight and quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lift lobby—guests come through at all hours, and the gravel lot noise (cars crunching in/out) carries. Also skip any room backing onto the service entrance if possible (ask reception which side that is).
Best views
The address puts you on Φαληράκι-Καλυθιές, a main road through Faliraki. Side or rear rooms overlook internal gardens or the pool—those are your best bet. Front rooms see the road and gravel lot; not terrible, but less appealing.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are quietest—further from street level and foot traffic. First floor is acceptable but marginally noisier if above the lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
The gravel parking lot amplifies car movements (tyres and footsteps crunch). Main road has local traffic from early morning until late evening—no major after-dark noise. Lift buzzer and doors can be heard in nearby rooms, especially mid-floor.
Insider tips
1. Park at the back of the gravel lot (near the hedge) to avoid guests walking past your room. 2. If you need quiet for afternoon naps, bring earplugs—air conditioning unit on some balconies can hum. 3. Wi-Fi password is given at check-in; no login needed.
- 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 — Achousa hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~15 Mbps down; no login needed, password at check-in.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers; free Greek and international digital news via lobby tablet.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 12:00 if room not ready. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out (until 14:00) costs €30, subject to availability.
Free storage at reception after check-out or before check-in.
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms—narrower doors and no roll-in shower.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars on a gravel lot; nearest public car park 500m away (€5/day); no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per room per night for 3-star hotels in Rhodes, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee on booking; €50 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Προφήτης Αμώς (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 979 m · ~12 min walk
Apotheke — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Oscar's — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Faliraki Harbour — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATM machines in Rodos town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport or tourist strips where spreads are poor.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller cafes, bakeries, and market stalls may prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% at restaurants is common if service was good; taxis appreciate rounding up; no need to tip hotel staff but a couple of euros for housekeeping is polite.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (café frappé or espresso) at a local kafeneio is about €2.50.
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot is around €3.50-€4.00.
A main course at a taverna (e.g. moussaka or grilled fish) costs €10-€14.
The area around the old town and Mandraki harbour has clusters of souvlaki and gyros shops; prices are lower a block off the main tourist drag.
Common budget supermarkets include Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos; there is a Lidl on the road towards Ialyssos.
For affordable clothing, head to the main shopping street (Papagou or Ethnikis Antistaseos) or the Monday market near the town hall.
Local bus rides in the town cost €1.20 per trip; from the airport, take public bus line 7 into Rodos town for about €3.00 (taxis are €25-30).
Buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than kiosks or hotel minibars. Eat main meals at lunch when tavernas often offer set menus. Walk or cycle around the old town rather than taking taxis for short hops.
Good to know — Rodos
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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 Achousa hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 979 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Achousa hotel?
Request the top (third) floor, front-facing rooms overlooking the garden or pool rather than the road. The lift makes upper floors easy, and you get the most daylight and quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Achousa hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lift lobby—guests come through at all hours, and the gravel lot noise (cars crunching in/out) carries. Also skip any room backing onto the service entrance if possible (ask reception which side that is).
Is Achousa hotel noisy?
The gravel parking lot amplifies car movements (tyres and footsteps crunch). Main road has local traffic from early morning until late evening—no major after-dark noise. Lift buzzer and doors can be heard in nearby rooms, especially mid-floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Achousa hotel?
The address puts you on Φαληράκι-Καλυθιές, a main road through Faliraki. Side or rear rooms overlook internal gardens or the pool—those are your best bet. Front rooms see the road and gravel lot; not terrible, but less appealing.
What are insider tips for staying at Achousa hotel?
1. Park at the back of the gravel lot (near the hedge) to avoid guests walking past your room. 2. If you need quiet for afternoon naps, bring earplugs—air conditioning unit on some balconies can hum. 3. Wi-Fi password is given at check-in; no login needed.
What time is check-in at Achousa hotel?
Check-in at Achousa hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Achousa hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~15 Mbps down; no login needed, password at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Achousa hotel?
€0.50 per room per night for 3-star hotels in Rhodes, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Achousa hotel?
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot is around €3.50-€4.00.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Achousa hotel?
Local bus rides in the town cost €1.20 per trip; from the airport, take public bus line 7 into Rodos town for about €3.00 (taxis are €25-30).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, September, October. May has wildflowers and empty beaches; September offers settled seas and still-warm evenings; October sees prices drop while the sun stays reliable into early month.
Top Attractions in 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).