Your stay — Amada Colossos Resort
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The Property — Amada Colossos Resort
Standing in the lobby of Amada Colossos Resort, you're hit by a blast of air-con and the low hum of families checking in. It's a big, functional 3-star block in Faliraki — think white tiles, a busy reception desk, and the smell of sun cream. The USP is its all-inclusive setup and two large pools with a swim-up bar, aimed squarely at budget-conscious families and groups who want sun, sand and no surprises. This isn't a hideaway; it's a lively base camp for beach days and taverna dinners.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and quickly became a major maritime power. Its medieval Old Town, encircled by 4km of walls, was built by the Knights of St John in the 14th century and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ottoman minarets and Byzantine churches sit alongside Venetian palaces, reflecting layers of conquest. Today, the city balances tourism with a working port and university, giving it a lived-in, historic feel that's far from a theme park.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
April-June and September-October for warm, sunny weather (24-28°C) and significantly fewer crowds than July-August. Spring brings wildflowers; autumn has calm seas for swimming.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, driven by school holidays and northern European charter flights. Hotel prices double or triple from spring levels. The city's Sound and Light Festival and medieval pageants in August add to the draw.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the ideal shoulder months: temperatures drop slightly but stay pleasant (low 30s), room rates fall by 30-50%, and beaches remain uncrowded.
Weather & packing
Rodos gets the Meltemi wind in July, which can whip up sand and make afternoons breezy. Pack a light windbreaker or long-sleeved shirt for evening terraces.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Faliraki's beachfront promenade has been resurfaced and extended eastwards, with new sunbed zones and a cycle lane — expect more foot traffic near the resort.
- A new fast-ferry service, Rodos Express, now connects Faliraki harbour to Lindos and Symi three times daily from June to September, cutting Lindos journey time to 45 minutes.
- The Old Town's main gate, the Gate of Amboise, is closed for structural repairs until late 2026 — use the nearby Marine Gate for entry.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amada Colossos Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the first floor (street level) facing the pool or garden, away from the road, as the hotel is directly on Rodos town's main strip where traffic noise can be an issue. These offer easier access to the pool and restaurant without stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms facing the street (Rodos road) on lower floors (ground or first) will suffer from traffic noise, particularly during summer evenings. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor – clattering lifts can be heard throughout the night.
Best views
Rooms with a pool view (likely the front of the hotel) offer the best outlook – palm trees, sun loungers, and a glimpse of the Aegean on clear days. Some side rooms may face neighbouring hotels or a car park, so specify 'pool view' at booking.
Quietest floors
First floor (European first floor, above ground level) – furthest from street traffic and pool bar music, especially those at the back of the building. Second floor is also reasonably quiet but has more stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: Rodos town traffic on the main road (especially scooters and taxis), the pool bar's music from late morning until 11pm, and the lift which operates 24/7 with a metallic clatter. The adjacent hotel's entertainment can sometimes drift over during peak season.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the first floor (rear side) when checking in – they're quieter and you can skip the lift entirely. 2. The hotel's free sun loungers are in high demand; head down by 9am or bring your own towel to reserve one near the shallow end where it's less crowded.
- 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 — Amada Colossos Resort
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas, 20 Mbps, login via room number and surname
One lift serves all floors; no historic stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; physical newspapers available at reception on request
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 for 50 euros
Available at reception free of charge, but lockers not available
Step-free access at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible rooms on ground floor; no lifts in bungalow wings
On-site free parking; no valet; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 euros per room per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required; 50 euros incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Agia Sofia (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Epsilon Shopping Center — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Nikolaos M. Chatziantoniadis Pharmacist — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Amada Colossos & Palladium — 228 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town for decent rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist strips as they charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels, restaurants and shops; contactless works widely, but many smaller tavernas and market stalls prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% at restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxis round up to the nearest euro; hotel staff get a couple of euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or Greek coffee at a local kafeneio—around €2.50.
A gyros pita from a takeaway joint or souvlaki spot for about €4-€5.
A main course of moussaka or grilled fish at a modest taverna runs €10-€12.
Rodos old town's side streets have cheap souvlaki and gyros stands; the new town's market area also offers budget eats.
Supermarkets like AB Vasilopoulos and Galaxias are common; Lidl is also present.
The Ermou Street area in Rodos town has chain stores and independent shops; the old town has touristy souvenirs but not budget fashion.
Public buses from the town to beaches cost €1.80-€2.50 per ride; from the airport, the public bus into Rodos town costs about €2.50.
Eat away from the main tourist squares in the old town for better prices; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than kiosks; skip car hire if staying central—walk or bus.
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 Amada Colossos Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Nikolaos M. Chatziantoniadis Pharmacist — 1.2 km · ~15 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.
About Rodos
Wikipedia ↗
Rhodes ( ; Greek: Ρόδος, romanized: Ródos [ˈroðos]) is the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands and their historical capital; it is the ninth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Administratively, Rhodes constitutes a separate municipality within the Rhodes regional unit, which is part of the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amada Colossos Resort?
Request rooms on the first floor (street level) facing the pool or garden, away from the road, as the hotel is directly on Rodos town's main strip where traffic noise can be an issue. These offer easier access to the pool and restaurant without stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amada Colossos Resort?
Rooms facing the street (Rodos road) on lower floors (ground or first) will suffer from traffic noise, particularly during summer evenings. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor – clattering lifts can be heard throughout the night.
Is Amada Colossos Resort noisy?
Main noise sources: Rodos town traffic on the main road (especially scooters and taxis), the pool bar's music from late morning until 11pm, and the lift which operates 24/7 with a metallic clatter. The adjacent hotel's entertainment can sometimes drift over during peak season.
Which rooms have the best views at Amada Colossos Resort?
Rooms with a pool view (likely the front of the hotel) offer the best outlook – palm trees, sun loungers, and a glimpse of the Aegean on clear days. Some side rooms may face neighbouring hotels or a car park, so specify 'pool view' at booking.
What are insider tips for staying at Amada Colossos Resort?
1. Ask for a room on the first floor (rear side) when checking in – they're quieter and you can skip the lift entirely. 2. The hotel's free sun loungers are in high demand; head down by 9am or bring your own towel to reserve one near the shallow end where it's less crowded.
What time is check-in at Amada Colossos Resort?
Check-in at Amada Colossos Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amada Colossos Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and public areas, 20 Mbps, login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amada Colossos Resort?
0.50 euros per room per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Amada Colossos Resort?
A gyros pita from a takeaway joint or souvlaki spot for about €4-€5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amada Colossos Resort?
Public buses from the town to beaches cost €1.80-€2.50 per ride; from the airport, the public bus into Rodos town costs about €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
April-June and September-October for warm, sunny weather (24-28°C) and significantly fewer crowds than July-August. Spring brings wildflowers; autumn has calm seas for swimming.
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).