Your stay — Butterfly Studios
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The Property — Butterfly Studios
Butterfly Studios is a no-nonsense 3-star spot in Rhodes Town, built around simple self-catering apartments with a small pool and a sun terrace. The lobby is modest, tiled, and functional – you’re here for location and value, not frills. It suits independent travellers or couples who want a clean base near the beach and Old Town without paying for extras they won’t use.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned city with a grid layout. It later became a Crusader stronghold under the Knights of St John, who fortified it with massive walls, a palace, and a cobbled medieval core that survives today. Earthquake and war have reshaped it, but the Old Town remains a UNESCO World Heritage site – part Venetian fortress, part Ottoman bazaar. Modern Rhodes City is a busy port and tourist hub, with a Greek island pace that slows in summer heat and quickens with ferry arrivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm enough for the beach, clear skies, and crowds haven’t hit full crush. July and August are hotter and busier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August, when European school holidays pack the island. Hotel rates jump 30–50% above shoulder season. Rhodes’ medieval festival and summer concerts in the Old Town draw additional visitors.
Budget shoulder season
April and October – still sunny and dry, but with cooler evenings and far fewer tourists. You’ll find studio discounts of 20–30% compared to August.
Weather & packing
July Rhodes is reliably hot (30–35°C) but the Meltemi wind can whip up in the afternoon, cooling things suddenly. Pack sun protection first, plus a light long-sleeve for evenings and a windbreaker for ferry rides.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Rhodes Town inner ring road (around the Old Town moat) has partial lane closures for resurfacing through summer 2026, expect minor delays driving in from the airport.
- New direct flights from Manchester and Berlin launched for summer 2026, making booking early essential – studios like Butterfly fill quickly in peak weeks.
- The municipal beach at Elli, a 10-minute walk from the studio, has installed new showers and sunbed zones for 2026 – but arrive by 9am to claim a spot.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Butterfly Studios, 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 courtyard. These are quieter and get afternoon shade, which matters in Rhodes summer heat. The lift only serves floors 2-4, so you avoid stairwell noise at ground level.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) and first floor. Ground floor hears pedestrian traffic and passing scooters on Rodos streets; first floor picks up lift mechanics and lobby chatter.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear courtyard look over neighbouring rooftops and local gardens. Street-facing rooms see the old town's pedestrian street, which is lively but can get loud from cafes and mopeds until late.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The lift stops here, but they're above street noise and below any roof terrace activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos' old town streets are mostly pedestrian but delivery scooters and garbage trucks operate early morning (6-7am). The small lobby bar can generate chatter until 11pm on weekends.
Insider tips
1) Request a top-floor rear room when booking—these are the quietest and coolest. 2) If arriving by car, note on-street parking is limited; ask the front desk for the nearest municipal car park, about 200m away on Dimokratias Street.
- 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 — Butterfly Studios
Free throughout property; typical speed ~20 Mbps; no login required
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors accessed by stairs only
No newspapers; property is a converted 1930s family home with original stone walls and wooden beams
Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out fee €30 until 18:00, subject to availability
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; €5 per day for longer storage
No step-free access; seven steps at entrance, narrow internal staircases; not suitable for wheelchair users
No on-site parking; free street parking on Ethnikis Antistaseos (unmarked, first-come); public car park 'Parking Rhodes' at 12 Pindou Street, €10 per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per room per night for stays up to 5 nights from March to October
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (621 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Αμώς (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Citibank — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Apotheke — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Beach supermarket — 216 m · ~3 min walk
Faliraki Harbour — 587 m · ~7 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 as they charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops in Rodos town; some smaller tavernas or kiosks may prefer cash, so carry a small amount.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% at restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory. Taxis expect rounding to the nearest euro; hotel porters get €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo cappuccino or espresso at a local café costs around €2.50-3.50.
A typical budget lunch is a gyros pita (€3-4) or a souvlaki wrap from a grill house.
A main course at an affordable taverna (like moussaka or grilled fish) runs €8-12.
The old town and Mandraki harbour area have plenty of takeaway gyros and souvlaki spots for cheap eats.
Supermarket chains in Rodos include Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos; they are good for self-catering basics.
For affordable shopping, check the high street stores on Orfanidou Street or the market area around the new town.
The cheapest way to get around is by bus (local routes around €1.20-2.00 per ride) or on foot in the old town; from the airport, the public bus to Rodos town costs about €2.50 one way.
Eat at tavernas away from the tourist core in the old town for better value; buy water and snacks from supermarkets rather than tourist shops; use the public bus instead of taxis for airport transfers.
Good to know — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · 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 Butterfly Studios
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Citibank — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 1.7 km · ~21 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 Butterfly Studios?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard. These are quieter and get afternoon shade, which matters in Rhodes summer heat. The lift only serves floors 2-4, so you avoid stairwell noise at ground level.
Which rooms should I avoid at Butterfly Studios?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) and first floor. Ground floor hears pedestrian traffic and passing scooters on Rodos streets; first floor picks up lift mechanics and lobby chatter.
Is Butterfly Studios noisy?
Rodos' old town streets are mostly pedestrian but delivery scooters and garbage trucks operate early morning (6-7am). The small lobby bar can generate chatter until 11pm on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Butterfly Studios?
Rooms facing the rear courtyard look over neighbouring rooftops and local gardens. Street-facing rooms see the old town's pedestrian street, which is lively but can get loud from cafes and mopeds until late.
What are insider tips for staying at Butterfly Studios?
1) Request a top-floor rear room when booking—these are the quietest and coolest. 2) If arriving by car, note on-street parking is limited; ask the front desk for the nearest municipal car park, about 200m away on Dimokratias Street.
What time is check-in at Butterfly Studios?
Check-in at Butterfly Studios is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Butterfly Studios have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout property; typical speed ~20 Mbps; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Butterfly Studios?
€0.50 per room per night for stays up to 5 nights from March to October
Where can I eat cheaply near Butterfly Studios?
A typical budget lunch is a gyros pita (€3-4) or a souvlaki wrap from a grill house.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Butterfly Studios?
The cheapest way to get around is by bus (local routes around €1.20-2.00 per ride) or on foot in the old town; from the airport, the public bus to Rodos town costs about €2.50 one way.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September – warm enough for the beach, clear skies, and crowds haven’t hit full crush. July and August are hotter and busier.
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).