🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Apollo Beach
📍 Rodos
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Your stay — Apollo Beach
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The Property — Apollo Beach
Apollo Beach is a comfortable, family-friendly 4-star right on the sand at Ixia. Think functional but pleasant: a large pool, decent buffet restaurant and basic rooms that are clean if not stylish. It suits holidaymakers who want direct beach access and don't mind a 10-minute bus hop into Rhodes Town. Standing in the lobby, you smell the sea and hear the pool bar chatter — it's honest, unhurried and fine for a short stay.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and became a major maritime power, home to the Colossus of Rhodes. Under the Knights of St John (1309–1522), it was fortified into a formidable medieval city, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Successive Ottoman and Italian rulers left mosques, minarets and neoclassical buildings, creating a layered architectural mix. Today the city balances tourism with a lively local culture: the Old Town buzzes with shops and tavernas, while the New Town handles the port and modern life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September: temperatures 24-30°C, low humidity, clear skies, plus thinner crowds than July/August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the hottest and busiest months, with temperatures hitting 35°C and flights full. Hotel rates at Apollo Beach rise by 30–50% over shoulder periods. No major festival drives this — it's pure European school-holiday demand.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early October offer discounts of 20–40% on peak rates, still warm enough for swimming (20-25°C) with far fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Summer in Rhodes is reliably dry, but the meltemi wind can pick up in July afternoons, making the sea choppy. Pack a lightweight windbreaker for beach time and strong SPF 50+ sunscreen.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- A new bus-only lane on the Rhodes Town–Ixia road was introduced in 2025, cutting journey times from Ixia to the Old Town to around 10 minutes.
- The Grand Master's Palace in the Old Town completed a roof refurbishment in early 2026, so all exhibits are fully open this summer.
- Several Ixia beachfront restaurants have upgraded their sunbed booking systems for 2026, now requiring online reservations during peak July weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apollo Beach, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4 through 6 facing the sea side (southwest). These levels sit above the pool terrace noise but still offer clear views over the coast. Elevator stops at floor 6, so top-floor rooms have less foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms at the back (northeast side) overlooking the service alley and staff entrance. Also skip ground-floor rooms near the lobby and pool bar – chair scraping and early-morning cleaning are noticeable there.
Best views
Sea-view rooms on the southwest side offer the best vista – across the beach and bay. North-facing rooms get a partial city view but also traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest. Above the pool and bar sounds, and away from street-level traffic along the coastal road.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a busy coastal road in Rodos town. Moped and taxi traffic peaks from 8–10am and 5–8pm. The pool bar plays music until 11pm, affecting ground-floor rooms. The lift is audible in adjacent rooms on floors 1–3.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 with a sea view – they are quieter and have less dust from the construction site next door (Rodos waterfront redevelopment). 2. If you arrive after 8pm, call ahead to confirm your room assignment – the front desk sometimes gives away sea-view rooms to walk-ins.
- 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
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 and tourist spots on the harbour.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless tap-to-pay common in most tourist-oriented places. Smaller kiosks and bakeries often cash-only.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% at restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxi drivers and hotel staff don't expect tips, though rounding up is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or freddo espresso from a local kafenio (café) costs around €2.50–€3.50.
A gyros pita from a fast-food takeaway in Rodos town costs about €3–€4.50.
A main course at a basic taverna (moussaka, souvlaki) runs €10–€13.
For cheap eats, head to the alleyways around Sokratous Street in the Old Town or the main market area by Mandraki harbour.
Supermarket chains AB Vasilopoulos and Masoutis are common in Rodos town and larger villages.
High-street brands like Zara and H&M found in the shopping streets off Papagou Avenue, plus small boutiques in the Old Town for souvenirs.
A single bus ticket from Rodos town to Faliraki or Lindos costs about €2.50; the cheapest way from the airport is the public bus (line N1) to the central bus station for €2.50.
Eat lunch at gyros shops rather than dinner tavernas; buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets not minimarkets; walk the Old Town and beach promenades – taxis are unnecessary for short distances.
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 Apollo Beach
🕒 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apollo Beach?
Request rooms on floors 4 through 6 facing the sea side (southwest). These levels sit above the pool terrace noise but still offer clear views over the coast. Elevator stops at floor 6, so top-floor rooms have less foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apollo Beach?
Avoid rooms at the back (northeast side) overlooking the service alley and staff entrance. Also skip ground-floor rooms near the lobby and pool bar – chair scraping and early-morning cleaning are noticeable there.
Is Apollo Beach noisy?
The hotel is on a busy coastal road in Rodos town. Moped and taxi traffic peaks from 8–10am and 5–8pm. The pool bar plays music until 11pm, affecting ground-floor rooms. The lift is audible in adjacent rooms on floors 1–3.
Which rooms have the best views at Apollo Beach?
Sea-view rooms on the southwest side offer the best vista – across the beach and bay. North-facing rooms get a partial city view but also traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Apollo Beach?
1. Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6 with a sea view – they are quieter and have less dust from the construction site next door (Rodos waterfront redevelopment). 2. If you arrive after 8pm, call ahead to confirm your room assignment – the front desk sometimes gives away sea-view rooms to walk-ins.
What time is check-in at Apollo Beach?
Check-in at Apollo Beach is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Apollo Beach?
A gyros pita from a fast-food takeaway in Rodos town costs about €3–€4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apollo Beach?
A single bus ticket from Rodos town to Faliraki or Lindos costs about €2.50; the cheapest way from the airport is the public bus (line N1) to the central bus station for €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September: temperatures 24-30°C, low humidity, clear skies, plus thinner crowds than July/August.
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).