Your stay — Belair Beach
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The Property — Belair Beach
Belair Beach is a straightforward, no-fuss three-star perched right on the sand at Ixia, about three miles north-west of Rhodes Town. The concrete block exterior and functional lobby — reception desk, a small sitting area, a noticeboard with tour leaflets — say 'budget beach holiday' more than 'charm'. Its real USP is the uninterrupted sea views from the pool deck and the direct pebble-beach access, which suits couples and solo travellers who want sunbathing and easy day trips over character or nightlife.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned city with a grid layout, and it grew rich from maritime trade. The Colossus of Rhodes — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — once stood at its harbour entrance, a bronze statue of the sun god Helios that collapsed in an earthquake in 226 BC. After the Crusades, the Knights of St John rebuilt the walled Old Town with Gothic and Byzantine architecture, creating the medieval fortress that today is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Under Ottoman rule from 1522, minarets and baths were added, and then the Italians modernised the port and added fascist-era administrative buildings in the 1930s. Contemporary Rhodes blends that layered history with a tourism-driven economy, where tavernas, souvenir shops and beach bars fill the medieval alleys and the new town along the waterfront.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September offer strong sunshine and sea temperatures of 22-25°C without the July-August crowds or extreme heat. Spring flowers are out in May; September stays warm enough for swimming and sightseeing.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: daytime temperatures regularly hit 30-35°C, and booked-up flights from northern Europe push hotel rates up by 40-60%. The Medieval Festival in late August — with jousting and market stalls in the Old Town — draws extra visitors.
Budget shoulder season
Late April to early June and October give you 20-45% discounts on accommodation compared to July, with pleasant 20-28°C daytime air, fewer people on beaches and quieter museums.
Weather & packing
The Meltemi wind picks up hard from the north in July, making the east coast calmer than the exposed west coast where Ixia sits. Pack a light windproof jacket plus a sunhat that won't blow off, and bring water shoes for the pebbly beach.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- New beach-to-beach bus service along the west coast from Rhodes Town to Ixia and Ialysos started in summer 2025, running every 30 minutes until midnight through October. It cuts taxi costs for day-trippers.
- The Old Town's main pedestrian entrances now have permanent bag-search checkpoints at peak hours (10am-8pm July-August) to manage security after a minor knife incident in 2024. Expect short queues.
- Seasonal note: July 2026 sees a major cruise-ship schedule with up to four ships calling daily at Rhodes port, so the Old Town will feel packed between 11am and 4pm. Best to visit early morning or after 6pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Belair Beach, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor, sea-facing room. The hotel is on the beachfront, so upper floors (4th or 5th) give you better views and less street noise from the coastal road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the low floors (ground to 2nd) that face the street or the pool bar—the street has local traffic, and the bar can be lively until late.
Best views
Sea-facing rooms on upper floors have clear views across the beach and Aegean Sea; side-facing rooms look onto the neighbouring hotels or car park.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest, further from the lobby, bar, and street.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on the coastal road (Epar.Od. Rodou-Idras), which has steady traffic during the day. The pool bar has live music some evenings until 11pm. Lift noise is minimal on higher floors.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (after 2pm) to secure a higher sea-view room; if you can't, politely ask at reception if a swap is possible after the first night. 2. There's free on-street parking along the road behind the hotel—look for spaces a block inland if the front fills up.
- 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 — Belair Beach
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 20 Mbps download speed; no login or time limits
One lift serves all five guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital newspaper via PressReader in lobby; no printed papers, no building heritage quirks (purpose-built 1980s)
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 18:00 subject to €30 fee; after 18:00 charged a full night
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; long-term storage not offered
No step-free access to main entrance (two steps); no wheelchair-accessible rooms. Lift to all floors but door widths standard (80 cm)
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at 'Parking Psarou' (200 m, €12/day). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: Credit card pre-authorisation of €50 for incidentals at check-in; no advance deposit required for direct bookings
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Atrium Platinum Resort — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 912 m · ~11 min walk
Food Market — 901 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots - they charge poor rates and commissions.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless common. Small cafes or market stalls prefer cash.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service), tip taxi drivers a euro or two, and leave a few euros for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Greek frappe or Freddo cappuccino at a local cafe, around €2.50-€4.
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot, roughly €3-€5.
A main course at a traditional taverna, like moussaka or souvlaki, around €8-€12.
Look for gyros or souvlaki stands along the main tourist strips and near the old town gates for quick, cheap eats.
Supermarkets like Sklavenitis, AB Vassilopoulos, and Lidl are common around the area.
Affordable basics can be found at the local market stalls selling holiday wear or the H&M and Zara in the new town.
The public bus (KTEL) is the cheapest way around, with single trips €1.50-€2.50; no day pass exists. From the airport, take the KTEL bus (€2.50) rather than a taxi (€25+).
Eat gyros or souvlaki for lunch instead of sit-down meals. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist kiosks. Walk the old town rather than taking taxis — it's compact.
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 Belair Beach
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 912 m · ~11 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 Belair Beach?
Request a high floor, sea-facing room. The hotel is on the beachfront, so upper floors (4th or 5th) give you better views and less street noise from the coastal road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Belair Beach?
Avoid rooms on the low floors (ground to 2nd) that face the street or the pool bar—the street has local traffic, and the bar can be lively until late.
Is Belair Beach noisy?
The hotel sits on the coastal road (Epar.Od. Rodou-Idras), which has steady traffic during the day. The pool bar has live music some evenings until 11pm. Lift noise is minimal on higher floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Belair Beach?
Sea-facing rooms on upper floors have clear views across the beach and Aegean Sea; side-facing rooms look onto the neighbouring hotels or car park.
What are insider tips for staying at Belair Beach?
1. Check in early (after 2pm) to secure a higher sea-view room; if you can't, politely ask at reception if a swap is possible after the first night. 2. There's free on-street parking along the road behind the hotel—look for spaces a block inland if the front fills up.
What time is check-in at Belair Beach?
Check-in at Belair Beach is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Belair Beach have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, 20 Mbps download speed; no login or time limits
Is there a city or tourist tax at Belair Beach?
€1.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Belair Beach?
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot, roughly €3-€5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Belair Beach?
The public bus (KTEL) is the cheapest way around, with single trips €1.50-€2.50; no day pass exists. From the airport, take the KTEL bus (€2.50) rather than a taxi (€25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September offer strong sunshine and sea temperatures of 22-25°C without the July-August crowds or extreme heat. Spring flowers are out in May; September stays warm enough for swimming and sightseeing.
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).