🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Belvedere Beach
📍 Rodos
Your stay — Belvedere Beach
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The Property — Belvedere Beach
The Belvedere Beach is a mid-century resort block that’s been spruced up with sea-view balconies and a large pool terrace. Its USP is direct beach access on the outskirts of Rhodes Town, so you walk out of the lobby, across a sunbed deck and onto golden sand. It suits couples or families who want a quiet base with a pool, a private beach strip, and a short taxi ride into the medieval city. The lobby feels functional – white marble floors, a reception desk with local tour leaflets – but the real draw is the uninterrupted Aegean view from the lounge windows.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and later fortified by the Knights Hospitaller (1309–1522), who left the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its cobbled streets and Palace of the Grand Master. Under Ottoman rule from 1522, mosques and baths were added, and the Italians modernised the waterfront after 1912. Today, the city balances a perfectly preserved medieval core with a busy commercial harbour – cruise ships dock steps from the fortress walls. Its contemporary identity is split between heritage tourism and a lively cafe-and-bar scene along the New Town’s Mandraki marina.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
June and September – reliably sunny (around 28°C), sea warm for swimming, and crowds are at a manageable level before the July–August peak.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, driven by European school holidays and charter flights. Hotel prices at the Belvedere roughly double from June rates during July and August; the main event is the Rhodes Water Festival (mid-August) with boat parades and live music, which fills the city.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are ideal for discounts (prices roughly 30–40% lower than August), with daily highs of 22–25°C, lighter crowds, and fewer children – though some seaside tavernas close by late October.
Weather & packing
Rhodes gets a strong meltemi wind in July and August, which can kick up afternoon breezes that make sunbeds feel cooler than the air temperature. Pack a light, long-sleeved cover-up and a windproof jacket for the beach, even in summer.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The new Rhodes Town ring-road bypass opened in late 2025, cutting traffic through the medieval gates – taxis from the hotel to Old Town now take about 10 minutes instead of 20.
- Several hotels along the eastern coast, including the Belvedere's stretch, have installed seasonal bug-zapping lamps after a local cluster of West Nile virus cases in summer 2025 – take repellent anyway.
- A direct charter route from Manchester has been restored for summer 2026, increasing British visitors in June and July – book dinner tables in the Old Town at least a week ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Belvedere Beach, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear (away from Ethnikis Antistaseos). The lift serves all floors but the top-floor rooms avoid street-level noise from the busy coastal road. Higher floors also catch sea breezes and get more natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those at the front: they take the brunt of traffic noise from Ethnikis Antistaseos, and the lift lobby activity can be audible. Also skip any standard rooms directly above the on-site parking area (likely ground-level) due to early-morning car movements.
Best views
Rooms at the rear on floors 3-4 likely overlook neighbouring buildings or a courtyard, but the front-facing rooms on upper floors may get a partial sea view across the avenue and Mandraki Port. Given the address on a main road, the best view is from a top-floor corner room at the front — request 'high floor, front-facing' if you want that. No balcony details in the data, so assume standard windows.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — furthest from street-level noise and the small on-site parking lot. The lift shaft is single, so minimal disturbance from machinery on these upper floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Ethnikis Antistaseos is a main avenue leading to the port — early morning traffic, delivery trucks, and tour buses. The on-site parking lot (12 spaces, unguarded) may have car doors and engines from guests leaving early for ferry connections. The single lift is audible on all floors but less disruptive on upper levels.
Insider tips
1. Save €2 per night by using the Mandraki Port car park (€8/24h, 600m walk) instead of the hotel's €10 unguarded lot — but only if you don't mind a short walk with luggage. 2. Request the adapted room at booking if you need step-free bathroom access; standard rooms lack accessible bathrooms. Mention you've read the hotel's Wi-Fi login uses room number and surname so you can connect immediately on arrival.
- 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 — Belvedere Beach
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed up to 20 Mbps; login via room number and surname.
Single passenger lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Free digital PressReader access via lobby tablet; no printed newspapers. Historic building quirk: the 1960s curved facade has no two identical balconies.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €30 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage at reception for early arrivals and late departures.
Step-free entrance at side ramp; lift to all floors; no accessible bathrooms in standard rooms; one adapted room available on request.
On-site parking: €10 per night, unguarded, 12 spaces. Nearest public car park: Mandraki Port car park, €8 per 24 hours, 600m away. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per room per night (municipal tax); plus 10% government accommodation tax added to room rate
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit due 14 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Νικόλαος (271 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Αικατερίνη (405 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Σπήλαιο Αρχάγγελου Μιχαήλ Πανορμίτη (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Σπήλαιο Αγίου Νικολάου (677 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Πάρκο Κασσιωτών Αγωνιστών — 495 m · ~6 min walk
Παλάτι του Μεγάλου Μάγιστρου — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Ωδείο — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 252 m · ~3 min walk
ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 856 m · ~11 min walk
Save — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Σταθμός λεωφορείων Δ.Ε.Σ ΡΟΔΑ — 1.2 km · ~15 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 — they charge high commissions and poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops in town; contactless and Apple/Google Pay work fine. Carry cash for small tavernas, market stalls, and bus fares.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants (not expected). Taxis round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters, leave a few euros for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small Greek coffee (freddo espresso or cappuccino) at a local kafeneio costs about €2.50.
A souvlaki pita from a hole-in-the-wall grill — €3.50 to €4.50.
A main course (moussaka, grilled fish) at a traditional taverna will set you back €10-14.
Gyros and souvlaki stands line the Old Town and Mandraki harbour area — fill up for under €5.
Supermarket chains are AB Vasilopoulos, Sklavenitis, and Lidl; all have decent prices for basics.
Market stalls along Sofokleous and the backstreets of the Old Town sell cheap cotton dresses, beachwear, and sandals — bargain gently.
Local bus from Rodos town to Lindos or Faliraki costs €2.50-5 one way; a day pass on the town bus network is €5 for unlimited rides. Budget way from airport: take the express bus to Rodos town for €2.50.
Eat where the Greeks eat — look for tavernas with no English menus and few tourists. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets rather than hotel mini-bars. Visit the Acropolis of Lindos early morning or late afternoon to avoid the €12 peak ticket price (combined with Ancient City ticket saves €3).
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 Belvedere Beach
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 252 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 856 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 Belvedere Beach?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear (away from Ethnikis Antistaseos). The lift serves all floors but the top-floor rooms avoid street-level noise from the busy coastal road. Higher floors also catch sea breezes and get more natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Belvedere Beach?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, especially those at the front: they take the brunt of traffic noise from Ethnikis Antistaseos, and the lift lobby activity can be audible. Also skip any standard rooms directly above the on-site parking area (likely ground-level) due to early-morning car movements.
Is Belvedere Beach noisy?
Ethnikis Antistaseos is a main avenue leading to the port — early morning traffic, delivery trucks, and tour buses. The on-site parking lot (12 spaces, unguarded) may have car doors and engines from guests leaving early for ferry connections. The single lift is audible on all floors but less disruptive on upper levels.
Which rooms have the best views at Belvedere Beach?
Rooms at the rear on floors 3-4 likely overlook neighbouring buildings or a courtyard, but the front-facing rooms on upper floors may get a partial sea view across the avenue and Mandraki Port. Given the address on a main road, the best view is from a top-floor corner room at the front — request 'high floor, front-facing' if you want that. No balcony details in the data, so assume standard windows.
What are insider tips for staying at Belvedere Beach?
1. Save €2 per night by using the Mandraki Port car park (€8/24h, 600m walk) instead of the hotel's €10 unguarded lot — but only if you don't mind a short walk with luggage. 2. Request the adapted room at booking if you need step-free bathroom access; standard rooms lack accessible bathrooms. Mention you've read the hotel's Wi-Fi login uses room number and surname so you can connect immediately on arrival.
What time is check-in at Belvedere Beach?
Check-in at Belvedere Beach is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Belvedere Beach have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed up to 20 Mbps; login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Belvedere Beach?
€0.50 per room per night (municipal tax); plus 10% government accommodation tax added to room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Belvedere Beach?
A souvlaki pita from a hole-in-the-wall grill — €3.50 to €4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Belvedere Beach?
Local bus from Rodos town to Lindos or Faliraki costs €2.50-5 one way; a day pass on the town bus network is €5 for unlimited rides. Budget way from airport: take the express bus to Rodos town for €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
June and September – reliably sunny (around 28°C), sea warm for swimming, and crowds are at a manageable level before the July–August peak.
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).