Your stay — Anker
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The Property — Anker
The Anker is a solid, mid-century four-star on the edge of Rhodes Town’s New Market, a short walk from Elli Beach. The lobby feels like a calm, tiled lounge with a decent bar and a palpable sense of the 1960s holiday era that built this coast. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, reliable base with a pool rather than a boutique character piece.
Chronicles of Rodos
Founded in 408 BCE by the Dorian Greeks, Rhodes was built on a grid system by the architect Hippodamus. The city flourished as a maritime power in the Hellenistic period – home of the Colossus – then passed through Roman, Byzantine and Hospitaller hands, who fortified it with the enormous walls still visible today. After Ottoman and Italian rule, the modern city blends Crusader castles, Ottoman mosques and neoclassical Italian colonial buildings. Its contemporary identity is split between the medieval UNESCO Old Town and the resort strip, a mix of history and mass tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May and September – warm sea temperatures (around 22-24°C) and consistently sunny days without the peak crush of August. June also works, though it's pricier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August – the hottest and busiest months. Prices at the Anker typically rise 30-50% above shoulder rates. The main driver is European school holidays and charter flights. No major festival in late June, but the city is full.
Budget shoulder season
October and April – significantly cheaper rooms, milder temperatures (20-25°C in October), and far fewer tourists. Perfect for sightseeing without queuing.
Weather & packing
Rhodes gets occasional meltemi winds in summer, especially in the afternoon – they feel fresh but can whip sand off the beach. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for dinner terraces and a wide-brimmed hat for sun protection.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes Old Town’s main pedestrian street, Sokratous, has new paving and improved drainage after 2023 flood repairs – walking is easier now but watch for uneven edges near the gates.
- The city bus station (Nea Agora) has moved temporarily to Avril 1941 Street while works continue – check the 'Roda' app for routes to Lindos and the west coast.
- Santorini’s seismic activity (early 2025) has had no impact on Rhodes, but ferry schedules to nearby islands may be subject to last-minute changes – book flexible tickets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Anker, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a second-floor room at the rear of the building (away from Kifisou Street). These rooms get the quietest spot, as the lift noise is less noticeable on upper floors, and street traffic fades.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street (Kifisou 1) – expect early-morning traffic noise and foot traffic from the entrance. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift on any floor, as the lift mechanism and guest chatter can be audible.
Best views
Rooms on the second floor with a side-facing window (not directly on Kifisou) offer a glimpse of the coastline and distant sea – the best you'll get at this address, which is on a main road rather than a seafront.
Quietest floors
Second floor is the quietest; the lift stops less often, and you're above street-level disturbance.
🔊 Noise notes
Kifisou 1 is a minor street leading to Ixia's main road (Leoforos Irakleidon), so you'll get moderate traffic from about 7am to 10pm. No bar or late-night venue noise, but the lift and corridor sound carry in a small hotel.
Insider tips
1. Parking: arrive by midday to secure one of the 12 on-site spaces; otherwise, use the municipal lot at Leoforos Irakleidon (€5/day, 5-min walk). 2. Wi-Fi: select 'Anker Guest' network and accept terms – no login needed, speeds are fine for streaming but drop in rooms furthest from the router (ask reception for a room closer if connectivity is critical).
- 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 — Anker
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel; download speed around 20 Mbps. No login required – choose 'Anker Guest' network and accept terms. No paid upgrade tier.
One lift serves all three floors (ground, first, second). No stairs-only sections; all guest rooms are accessible by lift.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader on tablets at the lobby. No physical papers. Building is a modern beachfront property, no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at reception. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €30, after 13:00 charged half-night rate. Check-out by 11:00.
Free luggage storage in a locked room behind reception, open 08:00–22:00. No overnight storage.
Step-free from street level at main entrance (automatic sliding door). Two wheelchair-accessible rooms with roll-in showers. Lift width 90cm. No pool hoist. Beach access via a gentle ramp.
On-site secure parking €10 per night (12 spaces only, first-come-first-served, no reservation). Nearest public car park: municipal lot at Leoforos Irakleidon (150m walk, €5 per day). No EV charging points.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5 per room per night mandatory charge (payable at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee required to hold booking; €100 per night incidental hold placed on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (540 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nicolas (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγ. Γεωργίου (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town (mid-market rate); avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and cruise terminal — they offer poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most restaurants, supermarkets, and larger shops; smaller tavernas and market stalls may be cash-only. Contactless is widely used.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated but not expected. Leave small change for taxis; hotel porters get €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or frappe at a local kafenio or cafe — about €3.50.
A gyros pita or souvlaki from a takeaway joint — around €4-5.
A main course (moussaka, grilled fish, or pasta) at a neighbourhood taverna — roughly €10-12.
Old Town's narrow alleys and the Mandraki area have numerous souvlaki and gyros shops; Elli Beach has inexpensive snack kiosks.
Lidl, AB Vasilopoulos, and Sklavenitis are common budget supermarket chains in Rodos town.
Ermou Street and the New Market (Inner Market) for affordable Greek brands and basics; Orfanidou Street for a wider high-street selection.
Local bus (single fare €1.20-2.00 depending on distance) or a day pass at €5 (only some routes). From the airport, take the express bus to Rodos town centre (€2.50) rather than taxis (€25-35).
Eat lunch as the main meal to get cheaper set menus. Buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not tourist kiosks. Avoid eating in restaurants with menus displayed in multiple languages on the main tourist drag — walk one block inland for better value.
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 Anker
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.5 km · ~19 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 Anker?
Request a second-floor room at the rear of the building (away from Kifisou Street). These rooms get the quietest spot, as the lift noise is less noticeable on upper floors, and street traffic fades.
Which rooms should I avoid at Anker?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street (Kifisou 1) – expect early-morning traffic noise and foot traffic from the entrance. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift on any floor, as the lift mechanism and guest chatter can be audible.
Is Anker noisy?
Kifisou 1 is a minor street leading to Ixia's main road (Leoforos Irakleidon), so you'll get moderate traffic from about 7am to 10pm. No bar or late-night venue noise, but the lift and corridor sound carry in a small hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at Anker?
Rooms on the second floor with a side-facing window (not directly on Kifisou) offer a glimpse of the coastline and distant sea – the best you'll get at this address, which is on a main road rather than a seafront.
What are insider tips for staying at Anker?
1. Parking: arrive by midday to secure one of the 12 on-site spaces; otherwise, use the municipal lot at Leoforos Irakleidon (€5/day, 5-min walk). 2. Wi-Fi: select 'Anker Guest' network and accept terms – no login needed, speeds are fine for streaming but drop in rooms furthest from the router (ask reception for a room closer if connectivity is critical).
What time is check-in at Anker?
Check-in at Anker is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Anker have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout hotel; download speed around 20 Mbps. No login required – choose 'Anker Guest' network and accept terms. No paid upgrade tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Anker?
€5 per room per night mandatory charge (payable at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Anker?
A gyros pita or souvlaki from a takeaway joint — around €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Anker?
Local bus (single fare €1.20-2.00 depending on distance) or a day pass at €5 (only some routes). From the airport, take the express bus to Rodos town centre (€2.50) rather than taxis (€25-35).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and September – warm sea temperatures (around 22-24°C) and consistently sunny days without the peak crush of August. June also works, though it's pricier.
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).