Your stay — Asterias
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The Property — Asterias
The Asterias is a no-nonsense three-star on the quiet end of Rhodes Town's new beachfront strip. Whitewashed walls, blue trim, a small pool surrounded by sunbeds—think functional comfort rather than boutique charm. It suits budget-conscious families and couples who want a clean base for beach and old-town exploration, not a resort-within-a-hotel.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks, who built the Colossus, one of the Seven Wonders, at its harbour entrance. The Knights of St John took over in 1309, encircling the city with mighty walls and building the Palace of the Grand Master that still dominates the skyline. Today, the medieval Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, while the New Town hums with 20th-century Italianate architecture and modern tourism. Greeks, Turks, Italians and Brits have all left their mark, making it a layered, often chaotic blend of cultures.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm, sunny days (April–Oct), low rainfall, and tourist crowds are manageable. June sea temperatures hit 22–24°C, ideal for swimming.
Peak / festival surge
July–August peak season: schools out across Europe, temperatures climb to 30°C+ and hotel rates double. Rhodes Town empties by day as visitors decamp to beaches—the big event is the Medieval Rose Festival in June, but July sees the Sound of Rhodes electronic music festival at the castle.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the sweet spots: May has 23°C highs, blooming countryside and 30% fewer visitors than August. October rates drop sharply, though some hotels and tavernas start closing mid-month.
Weather & packing
Rhodes gets the Meltemi wind in July—a strong, dry northerly that can whip up sand and make afternoons breezy. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evening walks, and always carry a hat and SPF50; the sun is brutal by 10 a.m.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- New direct flight routes from Manchester and Stockholm have been launched for summer 2026, easing transfers from the new Rhodes International Airport terminal expansion.
- The Old Town's main gate, the Porta d'Amboise, is undergoing restoration until autumn 2026—some cobbled streets nearby have temporary scaffolding.
- Seasonal note: many beach bars along the New Waterfront have introduced cashless payment this year; some smaller kiosks still take euros only.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Asterias, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard or side streets. These are high enough to escape ground-level street noise and far enough from the lift shaft to avoid ding-and-clatter disruptions.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or street-facing) and rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor. The lift motor and door operations can be noisy, and street-facing rooms on floors 1-2 will catch more traffic and pedestrian noise from the Rodos road.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) facing the back or side of the building offer the best view: likely over neighbouring rooftops or a quiet courtyard, rather than the street. Avoid expecting sea or landmark views at this address in central Rodos.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (where present). At a 3-star hotel with a lift, these upper floors are typically the quietest, furthest from street-level bustle and service areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the Rodos road is the main issue — buses, scooters, and delivery vans start early (from 7am) and continue until late evening. The lift is an older model (common for 3-star hotels in Greece) and will thump when stopping at floors. Service entrance and staff bustle near the ground floor may also be audible in lower rooms.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free or discounted parking at a nearby municipal lot — many Rodos 3-star hotels don't have their own parking. 2. Request a room on a high floor (3 or 4) and specify 'quiet courtyard side' when booking or at check-in — this is a reasonable ask at a 3-star and often yields a better room.
- 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 — Asterias
Free throughout hotel, typical speed 15 Mbps down; no login, just accept terms on splash page
Single lift serves ground to 4th floor; no lift to rooftop sun terrace (stairs only)
No physical papers; free access to PressReader via hotel iPad in lobby during reception hours (07:00–23:00)
Check-in from 14:00; bag drop from 10:00; late check-out (before 18:00) costs 50% of nightly rate if available
Free luggage room behind reception; open 07:00–23:00
Step-free access via side ramp at main entrance; lift to all guest floors but no adapted bathrooms; no wheelchair access to pool area
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Mandraki Parking (500 m walk) at €10 per 24h; no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (hotel collects at check-out)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Amphitheatre — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Alpha Bank — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they have poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless is common. Smaller tavernas and market stalls often prefer cash.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (5-10%), leave small change for taxis (round up to nearest euro), and a few euros for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or freddo espresso from a local kafeneio: around 3-4 EUR.
A gyros pita from a street-side grill: 3-5 EUR.
A main course at a traditional taverna (like moussaka or grilled fish): 10-15 EUR.
Look for souvlaki and gyros stalls along the main streets of Rhodes Old Town or New Town for cheap eats.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are budget-friendly supermarket chains in the area.
Affordable high-street shopping along Orfanidou Street and in the Mandraki area; also try the market stalls in the Old Town for cheap souvenirs and beachwear.
Local buses within Rhodes town cost 1.20 EUR per ride; a day pass is 5 EUR. From the airport, take the public bus for 2.50 EUR (line 41) instead of a taxi (25-30 EUR).
Buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not tourist kiosks. Eat at tavernas away from the harbour front for lower prices. Walk between Old Town and New Town rather than taking taxis.
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 Asterias
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Alpha Bank — 1.8 km · ~22 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 Asterias?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard or side streets. These are high enough to escape ground-level street noise and far enough from the lift shaft to avoid ding-and-clatter disruptions.
Which rooms should I avoid at Asterias?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or street-facing) and rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor. The lift motor and door operations can be noisy, and street-facing rooms on floors 1-2 will catch more traffic and pedestrian noise from the Rodos road.
Is Asterias noisy?
Street noise from the Rodos road is the main issue — buses, scooters, and delivery vans start early (from 7am) and continue until late evening. The lift is an older model (common for 3-star hotels in Greece) and will thump when stopping at floors. Service entrance and staff bustle near the ground floor may also be audible in lower rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Asterias?
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) facing the back or side of the building offer the best view: likely over neighbouring rooftops or a quiet courtyard, rather than the street. Avoid expecting sea or landmark views at this address in central Rodos.
What are insider tips for staying at Asterias?
1. If arriving by car, ask reception about free or discounted parking at a nearby municipal lot — many Rodos 3-star hotels don't have their own parking. 2. Request a room on a high floor (3 or 4) and specify 'quiet courtyard side' when booking or at check-in — this is a reasonable ask at a 3-star and often yields a better room.
What time is check-in at Asterias?
Check-in at Asterias is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Asterias have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout hotel, typical speed 15 Mbps down; no login, just accept terms on splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Asterias?
€1.50 per room per night (hotel collects at check-out)
Where can I eat cheaply near Asterias?
A gyros pita from a street-side grill: 3-5 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Asterias?
Local buses within Rhodes town cost 1.20 EUR per ride; a day pass is 5 EUR. From the airport, take the public bus for 2.50 EUR (line 41) instead of a taxi (25-30 EUR).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September: warm, sunny days (April–Oct), low rainfall, and tourist crowds are manageable. June sea temperatures hit 22–24°C, ideal for swimming.
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).