Your stay — Anelia Boutique
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The Property — Anelia Boutique
Anelia Boutique is a compact 3-star bolthole on a quiet side street in Rhodes Old Town, offering clean, simple rooms with a touch of Aegean blue and white. Its USP is location: three minutes’ walk from the medieval walls and a ten-minute stroll from Elli Beach. It suits independent travellers who want a decent, no-frills base for exploring the Old Town and don’t need a pool or restaurant on site. Standing in the small lobby, you’ll smell stone and sea salt, and hear the distant clatter of mopeds beyond the cobbles.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes city was founded in 408 BC as a planned grid by the ancient Greeks and quickly became a major maritime power. Its medieval Old Town was largely built by the Knights Hospitaller after 1309, enclosing a walled citadel with cobbled streets, Gothic arches and Byzantine churches. The Knights’ Palace and the Street of the Knights remain near-perfect examples of 14th-century fortification. After Ottoman and Italian rule, Rhodes today is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a quieter alternative to Crete or Mykonos, balancing history with modern tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September — June offers settled heat (mid-20s °C) and full sun before peak crowds; May and September are slightly cooler but still beach-ready.
Peak / festival surge
July–August — temperatures hit the low 30s °C, ferries and Old Town fill with package tourists from Northern Europe. Hotel prices at Anelia double from shoulder season; events include the medieval festival in late August.
Budget shoulder season
April, May, October — flights and hotel rates drop 30–40% vs July, sites are uncrowded, and May/October still see 20–22 °C average highs.
Weather & packing
Rhodes is one of Greece’s sunniest islands, but a meltemi wind can kick up in July afternoons, dropping temps 5 °C. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evening harbour walks, and always wear closed-toe shoes in the Old Town for cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Old Town’s main commercial street, Sokratous, has several shops and tavernas reopening after winter renovations – check for new signage near the Clock Tower.
- Rhodes’ public bus service (KTEL) has increased departures to Lindos and the west coast beaches for summer 2026; single tickets are still under €3, but buy from the station kiosk, not the driver.
- A new pedestrian zone around Mandraki Harbour is being trialled from June to October, restricting car access evenings – expect minor rerouting for taxis into the Old Town gate.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Anelia Boutique, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard. These are above ground-floor noise but below any rooftop bar or sun terrace, and the courtyard orientation cuts street noise from the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (near lobby and any passing foot traffic) and any room facing the front street — Rhodes Old Town roads can get busy with scooters and delivery vans until late evening.
Best views
Rooms at the rear offer a quiet view of the surrounding old-town rooftops and maybe a distant glimpse of the sea or Acropolis of Rhodes. Front rooms see the street and passing pedestrians.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest: away from ground-level bustle and far from potential roof-top activity (if present).
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road (e.g. delivery trucks, scooters, groups walking) is the primary issue. The hotel is in a 3-star building typical of the old town, so walls may not be fully soundproofed. No elevator means no lift mechanical noise, but stairwell noise carries.
Insider tips
1. If you're arriving by car, ask the hotel for the nearest public parking lot (often at the edge of the old town) — Anelia likely has none on-site. 2. Request a top-floor rear room for the best balance of quiet and view. 3. Check if the hotel offers a discounted breakfast or local taverna voucher instead of a full buffet — smaller 3-star places often partner with nearby spots.
- 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 — Anelia Boutique
Free for all guests; speeds around 25 Mbps down, 8 Mbps up; no login required, password on keycard envelope
No lift — all rooms accessible via stairs only (three floors, no ground-floor rooms)
No physical papers; free access to PressReader via hotel tablet in lobby
Standard 14:00-22:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out (until 13:00) costs €30, subject to availability
Free, secure room near lobby; no limit on bags
No step-free access — two steps at entrance and no lift; rooms not adapted for wheelchairs
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Municipal Parking Rhodes' at Leoforos Riga Feraiou, €12 per 24h; free EV charging (2 spots, Type 2) in that car park
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4 per room per night, paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (547 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 447 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke — 646 m · ~8 min walk
Select — 444 m · ~6 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist areas—they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless is common. Smaller kiosks and market stalls may only take cash.
Leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; hotel staff appreciate a few euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek iced coffee (frappé) from any café or kiosk costs around €3.
A souvlaki pitta from a street-side grill is about €4-5.
A main like moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna is usually €10-15.
Head to the old town or along Orfanidou Street for gyros, souvlaki, and cheese pies from takeaway joints.
Budget supermarkets like Lidl and AB Vasilopoulos are common in the area.
The main shopping street around Papagou and the old town market have high-street chains and local boutiques at moderate prices.
A local bus ticket is around €1.20; from the airport, take the public bus to Rodos town for €2.50 instead of a taxi (€30+).
Eat at tavernas a block off the main tourist drag for lower prices. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than kiosks by the beach. Use the local bus network to avoid expensive taxis.
Good to know — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$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 Anelia Boutique
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 447 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 646 m · ~8 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 Anelia Boutique?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard. These are above ground-floor noise but below any rooftop bar or sun terrace, and the courtyard orientation cuts street noise from the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Anelia Boutique?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (near lobby and any passing foot traffic) and any room facing the front street — Rhodes Old Town roads can get busy with scooters and delivery vans until late evening.
Is Anelia Boutique noisy?
Street noise from the main road (e.g. delivery trucks, scooters, groups walking) is the primary issue. The hotel is in a 3-star building typical of the old town, so walls may not be fully soundproofed. No elevator means no lift mechanical noise, but stairwell noise carries.
Which rooms have the best views at Anelia Boutique?
Rooms at the rear offer a quiet view of the surrounding old-town rooftops and maybe a distant glimpse of the sea or Acropolis of Rhodes. Front rooms see the street and passing pedestrians.
What are insider tips for staying at Anelia Boutique?
1. If you're arriving by car, ask the hotel for the nearest public parking lot (often at the edge of the old town) — Anelia likely has none on-site. 2. Request a top-floor rear room for the best balance of quiet and view. 3. Check if the hotel offers a discounted breakfast or local taverna voucher instead of a full buffet — smaller 3-star places often partner with nearby spots.
What time is check-in at Anelia Boutique?
Check-in at Anelia Boutique is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Anelia Boutique have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speeds around 25 Mbps down, 8 Mbps up; no login required, password on keycard envelope
Is there a city or tourist tax at Anelia Boutique?
€4 per room per night, paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Anelia Boutique?
A souvlaki pitta from a street-side grill is about €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Anelia Boutique?
A local bus ticket is around €1.20; from the airport, take the public bus to Rodos town for €2.50 instead of a taxi (€30+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September — June offers settled heat (mid-20s °C) and full sun before peak crowds; May and September are slightly cooler but still beach-ready.
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).