Your stay — Amphitryon
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The Property — Amphitryon
The Amphitryon is a straightforward three-star hotel on the eastern coast of Rhodes town, a short walk from Elli Beach. Its lobby feels like a functional 1970s holiday base: clean, tiled, with a small reception desk and a seating area that sees more foot traffic than lingering. The USP is location and price—you’re minutes from the old town walls and the new marina. It suits budget-conscious travellers who plan to be out exploring, not lounging by the small pool.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned city with a grid layout. The Knights Hospitaller rebuilt the city’s fortifications in the 14th century, surrounding it with the massive walls and moat that still define the old town. Under Ottoman and Italian rule the medieval core was preserved, and today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site. Contemporary Rhodes is a busy cruise port and tourism hub, its identity split between the moated medieval quarter and the modern beachfront strip of bars and shops.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm but not scorching, sea swims possible, and the old town streets are walkable without midday crush. July and August are reliably hot but crowded.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: Rhodes swells with package holidaymakers and cruise ship day-trippers. Hotel prices in the Amphitryon and similar three-star properties double from spring rates. The Medieval Festival in late June and the Sound and Light show at the Palace of the Grand Masters draw evening crowds.
Budget shoulder season
April, early May, October: hotel rates drop 30–50% from peak. Days are warm enough for sightseeing, less intense sun, and the old town feels spacious. April can still be breezy.
Weather & packing
The Meltemi wind kicks up in July, bringing afternoon gusts that can whip across the rooftop sun terrace. Pack a windproof layer for evening walks along the harbour and always carry a reusable water bottle for the dry heat.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes town’s main bus terminal at Mandraki is undergoing renovation until late 2026; long-distance buses to Lindos and the south now depart from a temporary stop on the eastern side of the marina, adding a 10-minute walk.
- The Palace of the Grand Masters has introduced timed-entry tickets for summer 2026 to manage queues; book online at least a week ahead for July visits.
- Several beachfront cafés along Elli Beach have closed for redevelopment ahead of a new municipal promenade project; the nearest sandy swim spot is now a 5-minute walk north towards the Aquarium of Rhodes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amphitryon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the back courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still reachable by stairs if the lift is small or slow, which is common in older 3-star hotels in Rhodes town.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or breakfast area—they can pick up early-morning kitchen noise and foot traffic. Also avoid any room directly above the bar or restaurant if the hotel has one, which is likely given its 3-star rating in a tourist area.
Best views
Likely a partial view of the old town or nearby harbour from upper floors facing south or east, but the address 'Rodos' suggests a central location—expect rooftops and narrow streets rather than panoramas. Back-facing rooms overlook a courtyard or neighbouring building, which is quieter but offers limited views.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (the hotel likely has 3 or 4 floors max, typical for a 3-star in Rhodes town). Top floor (usually 3rd or 4th) can be quieter if there's no rooftop bar, but may have more sun exposure and less lift access.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Rodos' central roads, especially during summer evenings (bars, restaurants, mopeds). Lift noise may be audible on adjacent walls—older lifts in 3-star hotels can be clunky. If the hotel has a rooftop bar or restaurant, top-floor rooms may hear chatter until midnight. Breakfast prep starts around 7am, so avoid rooms near the kitchen vent.
Insider tips
1. Request a back-facing room on the 2nd or 3rd floor when booking—mention you're a light sleeper. 2. If arriving by car, ask ahead about parking; many central Rhodes hotels have limited off-street parking, and street parking is competitive. Use the hotel's recommended lot if they offer one.
- 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 — Amphitryon
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas with average speed of 15 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers; free digital newsstand via PressReader on the lobby tablet only
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available after 10:00; late check-out until 14:00 for 20 EUR
Free luggage storage in a locked room near reception, accessible via reception staff
Step-free entrance from the street; lift to all floors; accessible rooms are on ground floor; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
Free on-site surface parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served); nearby public car park at Ixia Beach (350m, 5 EUR per 24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 EUR per room per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Pre-authorisation of 100 EUR at check-in for incidentals; no advance deposit required for standard booking
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Νικόλαος (171 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Αικατερίνη (230 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Εισόδια (514 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Σάντα Μαρία (630 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Πλατεία Καλλιγά — 461 m · ~6 min walk
Μουσείο Νεοελληνικής Τέχνης του Δήμου Ρόδου — 875 m · ~11 min walk
Δημοτικό Θέατρο Ρόδου — 907 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk
ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Psilikoko — 88 m · ~1 min walk
Σταθμός λεωφορείων Δ.Ε.Σ ΡΟΔΑ — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots near Rhodes Town – they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted almost everywhere, including most restaurants and shops; contactless is common; carry some cash for small tavernas and market stalls.
Not obligatory but appreciated: round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants; taxis – round up to nearest euro; hotel staff – €1-2 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek freddo espresso at any local café – around €2.50-3.00.
A souvlaki pitta from a grill house – around €3.50-4.50.
A main course like moussaka or grilled fish at a modest taverna – around €10-14.
Gyros and souvlaki shops are everywhere along the main streets of Rhodes Town and Faliraki; look for busy places with locals.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common budget supermarkets around the island.
High-street chains like Zara and H&M in Rhodes Town’s commercial centre; also market stalls in the Old Town for cheap souvenirs and beachwear.
Local bus from Rhodes Town to most villages – single ticket €1.80-2.50; airport bus to town is €2.50 (line 40 or 60). No day pass exists – buy single tickets.
Eat at tavernas a block away from the main tourist drag – prices drop 20-30%. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not kiosks. Visit beaches in shoulder season (May or October) for lower accommodation rates.
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 Amphitryon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 1.1 km · ~13 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 Amphitryon?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the back courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still reachable by stairs if the lift is small or slow, which is common in older 3-star hotels in Rhodes town.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amphitryon?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the reception or breakfast area—they can pick up early-morning kitchen noise and foot traffic. Also avoid any room directly above the bar or restaurant if the hotel has one, which is likely given its 3-star rating in a tourist area.
Is Amphitryon noisy?
Street noise from Rodos' central roads, especially during summer evenings (bars, restaurants, mopeds). Lift noise may be audible on adjacent walls—older lifts in 3-star hotels can be clunky. If the hotel has a rooftop bar or restaurant, top-floor rooms may hear chatter until midnight. Breakfast prep starts around 7am, so avoid rooms near the kitchen vent.
Which rooms have the best views at Amphitryon?
Likely a partial view of the old town or nearby harbour from upper floors facing south or east, but the address 'Rodos' suggests a central location—expect rooftops and narrow streets rather than panoramas. Back-facing rooms overlook a courtyard or neighbouring building, which is quieter but offers limited views.
What are insider tips for staying at Amphitryon?
1. Request a back-facing room on the 2nd or 3rd floor when booking—mention you're a light sleeper. 2. If arriving by car, ask ahead about parking; many central Rhodes hotels have limited off-street parking, and street parking is competitive. Use the hotel's recommended lot if they offer one.
What time is check-in at Amphitryon?
Check-in at Amphitryon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amphitryon have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas with average speed of 15 Mbps; no login required, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amphitryon?
0.50 EUR per room per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Amphitryon?
A souvlaki pitta from a grill house – around €3.50-4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amphitryon?
Local bus from Rhodes Town to most villages – single ticket €1.80-2.50; airport bus to town is €2.50 (line 40 or 60). No day pass exists – buy single tickets.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September: warm but not scorching, sea swims possible, and the old town streets are walkable without midday crush. July and August are reliably hot but crowded.
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).