Your stay — Apollo GuestHouse
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The Property — Apollo GuestHouse
The Apollo GuestHouse is a practical, no-fuss three-star in the old town of Rhodes. Its lobby feels like a clean, white-washed corridor with a reception desk and a small seating area — nothing fancy, but efficient. The USP is location: you're a two-minute walk from the Palace of the Grand Master and the main shopping street. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to spend their money on experiences, not the room.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and quickly became a major maritime power. Its architecture is a layered palimpsest: Hellenistic temples, Roman ruins, Byzantine churches, and the monumental fortifications built by the Knights Hospitaller in the 14th century. The Ottomans added minarets and hammams, and the Italians added broad promenades and art deco touches in the early 20th century. Today, the UNESCO-listed Old Town is a living museum, with cobbled alleys, souvenir stalls, and tourist restaurants jostling for space. The modern city is a busy port and resort hub, but its identity still hinges on that layered, fortress-like past.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, and September: warm (mid-20s °C), sunny, and the old town is busy but not swamped. Crowds are lighter than July–August, and sea temperatures are pleasant from late May.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak. Rhodes gets packed with package tourists, cruise ships, and younger crowds for club nights in Faliraki. Hotel prices in the old town can double or triple for a basic double room. Major events include the Medieval Rose Festival (June–September) but the real driver is the relentless sun and beach demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: temperatures are mild (low 20s °C in October, high teens in April), flights and accommodation are cheaper, and the old town feels near-empty. Many beach bars and tavernas close by late October, but most sites remain open.
Weather & packing
Summer in Rhodes is reliably hot and dry, but a strong meltemi wind can blow through the old town in July, kicking up dust. Pack a lightweight long-sleeve shirt or light jacket for evenings, as the wind can make it feel cooler than 30 °C.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The old town's main car-free zone has been extended along Sokratous Street, meaning taxis drop you 300 m further away.
- Several new rooftop bars have opened on Orfanidou Street, offering views over the Palace of the Grand Master.
- A summer heatwave warning is in effect for early July 2026; daytime temps may exceed 38 °C, so plan sightseeing for early morning or late afternoon.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apollo GuestHouse, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor (the highest) at the rear, away from the street. These are quieter, with more privacy and less foot traffic from the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — they’re closest to the entrance and any street noise, and lack privacy from passers-by.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear of the building likely overlook internal courtyards or neighbouring rooftops — not scenic, but quieter. No sea views from a 3-star guesthouse in this location.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors (above ground) — furthest from street-level noise and general lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the Rodos road (likely a main or side street in town), plus lift mechanism noise on floors adjacent to the lift shaft. Guest conversations in the lobby can carry to ground-floor rooms.
Insider tips
1. If you’re arriving by car, ask ahead about free street parking or a nearby lot — many guesthouses in Rodos don’t have dedicated parking. 2. Request a room key for the main entrance if you plan to return late, as the reception may not be staffed 24/7.
- 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 — Apollo GuestHouse
Free Wi-Fi throughout; works reliably, one login per device (no time limit).
No lift – the hotel occupies the upper floors of a historic building with narrow staircase; staff assist with luggage.
No printed newspapers; digital news via PressReader on a shared tablet in the lobby. The building dates from 1927 and has original wooden beams and stone walls.
Check-in from 14:00; late arrival (after 22:00) must be confirmed in advance. Bag drop from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €25 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage for same-day arrivals/departures; leave behind the front desk.
No step-free access – main entrance has 4 steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; bathrooms are compact with step-in shower.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Old Town Parking' at Plateia Dodekanisou, 200m away, €18 per 24 hours. No EV charging on property.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per room per night (payable at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment required 7 days before arrival; €30 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Μεχμέτ Αγά Τζαμί (81 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Παναγιά του Κάστρου (167 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος (185 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Τριάδα (194 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Πλατεία Σοφοκλέους — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Αρχαιολογικό Μουσειο — 87 m · ~1 min walk
Θέατρο Μεσαιωνικής Πόλης — 373 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet — 144 m · ~2 min walk
ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 976 m · ~12 min walk
Bazaar — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Σταθμός λεωφορείων Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ. — 505 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots near Mandraki – they take a big cut.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless works fine. Smaller kiosks and market stalls often want cash.
Not expected, but rounding up the bill by 5-10% in restaurants is common if service is good. Taxi drivers don't expect a tip; hotel porters get a couple of euros.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A frappe or iced cappuccino from a casual kafenio or bakery – about €3.
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot – about €4.
A main of moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna – about €12-15.
Gyros and souvlaki wraps from takeaway joints along the main shopping streets in the Old Town and around the New Market.
Supermarkets like Lidl, AB Vasilopoulos and Sklavenitis are common and decent for basics.
High-street chains like Zara and H&M are in the town centre; for cheaper options try the markets near the Clock Tower in the Old Town.
Local bus from Rodos town to nearby villages (e.g. Lindos, Faliraki) – single fare under €3. From the airport, the public bus into town is the budget move at about €2 each way.
Eat lunch at tavernas serving a €8-10 'daily special' menu; buy bottled water at supermarkets not corner kiosks; skip the pricey Old Town tourist restaurants and walk five minutes to a side street where locals eat.
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 Apollo GuestHouse
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 144 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 976 m · ~12 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 GuestHouse?
Request a room on the second or third floor (the highest) at the rear, away from the street. These are quieter, with more privacy and less foot traffic from the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apollo GuestHouse?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — they’re closest to the entrance and any street noise, and lack privacy from passers-by.
Is Apollo GuestHouse noisy?
Street noise from the Rodos road (likely a main or side street in town), plus lift mechanism noise on floors adjacent to the lift shaft. Guest conversations in the lobby can carry to ground-floor rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Apollo GuestHouse?
Rooms facing the rear of the building likely overlook internal courtyards or neighbouring rooftops — not scenic, but quieter. No sea views from a 3-star guesthouse in this location.
What are insider tips for staying at Apollo GuestHouse?
1. If you’re arriving by car, ask ahead about free street parking or a nearby lot — many guesthouses in Rodos don’t have dedicated parking. 2. Request a room key for the main entrance if you plan to return late, as the reception may not be staffed 24/7.
What time is check-in at Apollo GuestHouse?
Check-in at Apollo GuestHouse is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apollo GuestHouse have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; works reliably, one login per device (no time limit).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apollo GuestHouse?
€0.50 per room per night (payable at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apollo GuestHouse?
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot – about €4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apollo GuestHouse?
Local bus from Rodos town to nearby villages (e.g. Lindos, Faliraki) – single fare under €3. From the airport, the public bus into town is the budget move at about €2 each way.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, and September: warm (mid-20s °C), sunny, and the old town is busy but not swamped. Crowds are lighter than July–August, and sea temperatures are pleasant from late May.
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).