Your stay — Aloe
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The Property — Aloe
The Aloe is a no-frills 2-star hotel in Rhodes Town, a five-minute walk from the beach and the Old Town’s medieval gate. It’s clean, functional, and loudly decorated with floral-print bedspreads. The lobby is cramped, with a plastic plant and a TV playing Greek news, and the front desk hands you a key with a heavy brass fob. This place suits budget travellers who only need a bed, a shower, and a reliable air-conditioner — not charm, not quiet.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greek city-states of Ialysos, Kamiros, and Lindos. It became a major Hellenistic port, and the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, once stood here. In the 14th century, the Knights Hospitaller built the fortified Old Town, ringed by massive walls and cobbled streets. Today, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, blending ancient acropolis remnants, Byzantine churches, and Ottoman mosques. Its modern identity is split between sun-soaked tourism and a working local port, with a distinct, dry heat in summer.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May and October: warm, sunny, and enough breeze off the sea to keep the heat pleasant. Crowds are thinner than in peak summer, hotels cheaper, and you can walk the Old Town without elbowing.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, with temperatures regularly above 30°C and tourist numbers at their highest from European school holidays. Hotel prices, even at 2-star properties like Aloe, double. The main event is the Medieval Festival in June/July, with jousting and street theatre inside the fortress.
Budget shoulder season
April, early June, and late September are the sweet spots for discounts. Crowds drop sharply after Easter or before October half-term. Weather is still beach-worthy in June, but without the crush.
Weather & packing
Rhodes has a Mediterranean climate, but in summer the meltemi wind can kick up sand on the beach despite clear skies. Pack a light long-sleeved cotton shirt for evening breezes and a high-SPF sunblock — the Greek sun is brutal even on a cloudy day.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The new 'Rhodes Walking Route' opened in spring 2026, a marked path linking the Old Town gates to the Mandraki harbour, bypassing the main tourist strip.
- The city bus station has shifted its Rhodes Town-to-Faliraki line to a temporary stop on Papagou Street due to roadworks at the old terminal.
- Greek Orthodox Easter is in late May 2026, so expect extra ferries and packed tavernas the first week of June.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Aloe, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first or second floor. Being lower down means you avoid the worst of the summer heat rising through the roof, and the stairs are easier to manage given there is no lift. If windows face away from the street, you'll get more quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid top-floor rooms in summer – they'll get hot with no lift to easily get up there, and roof heat builds up. Rooms directly over the street entrance will pick up foot traffic and any late-night noise from the road.
Best views
With 'Rodos' as address, best view would be a room facing away from the main road – likely overlooking a side street or courtyard. No sea view at this 2-star property.
Quietest floors
First and second floors tend to be quietest if they face the inner courtyard or side street. Ground floor can have street noise depending on orientation.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a street in Rodos town – expect traffic noise from scooters and cars during the day, and perhaps late-night pedestrian activity if it's near bars or restaurants. No lift means interior noise from other guests on stairs.
Insider tips
Check in early if possible – staff may allocate the requested lower floor if available. Pack light, as you'll carry bags up stairs; ask for ground floor if mobility is an issue.
- 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 — Aloe
free basic WiFi (8 Mbps) throughout; no paid upgrade. Login via room number and surname.
single elevator serves ground and all 3 upper floors; no stairs-only sections
no printed newspapers; digital newsstand not offered
check-in from 14:00, early bag drop from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 for 20 € (subject to availability)
free for same-day arrival/departure; overnight storage not available
step-free to lobby; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; no lift to basement breakfast area
no on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Platia Kyprou' 800 m away, 12 €/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 € per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment by credit card at booking; €50 incidental hold on arrival
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (574 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke — 774 m · ~10 min walk
Sun — 296 m · ~4 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots—they add poor markups and commissions.
Major credit/debit cards accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; small tavernas and market stalls often prefer cash, especially in older parts of the Old Town.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service is good; taxis appreciate rounding to nearest euro; hotel staff get €1-2 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A frappe or Freddo espresso from a bakery or kafeneio costs around €2.50-3.00.
A gyros pita (pork or chicken) at a souvlaki shop—around €3-4.
A main dish like moussaka or grilled fish at a modest taverna—€10-15.
Look for souvlaki and gyros shops anywhere along the main streets of Rodos town or near Mandraki harbour; grab a pita for a quick cheap meal.
Supermarket chains like AB Vasilopoulos, Lidl, and Sklavenitis are common across the area.
The high street along Ethnikis Antistaseos and shops near the Old Town entrance offer affordable chain brands and local boutiques.
Local bus from Rodos town to nearby beaches is about €1.20-2.50 per ride; from the airport, take public bus (€2.50) into town rather than taxis.
Good to know — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
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$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 Aloe
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 512 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 774 m · ~10 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 Aloe?
Request a room on the first or second floor. Being lower down means you avoid the worst of the summer heat rising through the roof, and the stairs are easier to manage given there is no lift. If windows face away from the street, you'll get more quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Aloe?
Avoid top-floor rooms in summer – they'll get hot with no lift to easily get up there, and roof heat builds up. Rooms directly over the street entrance will pick up foot traffic and any late-night noise from the road.
Is Aloe noisy?
The hotel sits on a street in Rodos town – expect traffic noise from scooters and cars during the day, and perhaps late-night pedestrian activity if it's near bars or restaurants. No lift means interior noise from other guests on stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Aloe?
With 'Rodos' as address, best view would be a room facing away from the main road – likely overlooking a side street or courtyard. No sea view at this 2-star property.
What are insider tips for staying at Aloe?
Check in early if possible – staff may allocate the requested lower floor if available. Pack light, as you'll carry bags up stairs; ask for ground floor if mobility is an issue.
What time is check-in at Aloe?
Check-in at Aloe is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Aloe have Wi-Fi?
free basic WiFi (8 Mbps) throughout; no paid upgrade. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Aloe?
0.50 € per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Aloe?
A gyros pita (pork or chicken) at a souvlaki shop—around €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Aloe?
Local bus from Rodos town to nearby beaches is about €1.20-2.50 per ride; from the airport, take public bus (€2.50) into town rather than taxis.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and October: warm, sunny, and enough breeze off the sea to keep the heat pleasant. Crowds are thinner than in peak summer, hotels cheaper, and you can walk the Old Town without elbowing.
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).