Your stay — Dimitra
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The Property — Dimitra
The Dimitra is a no-fuss two-star on Rodos’ east coast, a short walk from the beach and a bus ride from the old town. The lobby feels like a 1980s time capsule – tiled floor, plastic chairs, a receptionist who hands you a key on a wooden fob. It’s clean, basic and honest, best for budget travellers who plan to spend days out rather than lounging by the small pool.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and grew rich on maritime trade. Its medieval old town was built by the Knights of St John from 1309 onwards, ringed by four kilometres of defensive walls still intact today. The Ottoman conquest in 1522 added minarets and mosques, while the Italian occupation in the early 20th century gave the lower town wide boulevards and neoclassical facades. Modern Rodos is a Greek tourist hub that wears its layers of history openly, from the Street of the Knights to the buzzing Mandraki harbour.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September: temperatures in the high 20s°C, sea warm enough to swim, and far fewer tourists than July or August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak months. The island swells with package tourists and cruise-ship day-trippers, especially around the medieval old town. Hotel prices can double versus spring; the Dimitra will still be cheap but may be fully booked weeks ahead. The Sound of Rodos festival (electronic music) in late July drives some local demand.
Budget shoulder season
April, early May and October: prices at the Dimitra can be 30-50% lower, temperatures are mild (20-25°C), and you’ll share the beach with locals rather than crowds.
Weather & packing
Rodos has a strong meltemi wind in July, which can feel cool even as the mercury hits 35°C. Pack a light windbreaker for evenings and a sarong or towel that doubles as a windbreak on the sand.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The old town’s main pedestrian street, Sokratous, has new cobblestone repairs completed in spring 2026 – watch your step near the post office junction.
- A direct ferry now runs from Rhodes to Marmaris (Turkey) three times a week, bypassing the usual Symi stop, but confirm passport requirements before booking.
- The city’s summer water restrictions are in effect from 1 July: hotels may ask guests to limit shower time and reuse towels.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dimitra, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard (away from the street). These floors sit above street-level bustle but avoid any possible roof noise from above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (level 0) near the reception or lift — they pick up foot traffic, lobby chatter, and early-morning check-out noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or street-facing windows at the front.
Best views
The hotel is on Rodos main drag — a side-street view of the old town walls or the marina from upper-floor rear corners. The front looks onto a busy pedestrianised road with cafés.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, as they buffer street noise and are less used by staff or deliveries.
🔊 Noise notes
Street-facing rooms hear café chatter until midnight and moped traffic from 7am. The bar on the ground floor plays music until 11pm, and the lift emits a low whir on all floors but especially floor 1.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm when the bar empties and reception queues die down. 2. Request a room key for the rear fire exit — it’s a quicker route to the car park and avoids the noisy front lobby.
- 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 — Dimitra
Free WiFi for all guests; typical download speed 15 Mbps; one device per room, reconnect daily with password from reception
Small lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; main lobby has a rack with local Greek papers for sale
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag drop allowed from 09:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €25
Free of charge at reception after checkout until 18:00
No step-free entry (two steps at main entrance); no wheelchair-accessible rooms; narrow corridors
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 'Parking Rodini' at 150m, €8 per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment of first night required at booking; €50 cash deposit or credit card imprint for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (547 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 447 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke — 646 m · ~8 min walk
Select — 444 m · ~6 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major Greek banks (e.g. National Bank of Greece, Piraeus) in Rodos town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots, where rates are poor.
Major credit/debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops in Rodos town; contactless is common, but smaller tavernas and market stalls may prefer cash.
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, €1–2 per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or freddo espresso at a local kafeneio costs about €2.50–3.
A gyros pita from a street-side souvlaki spot is €3–4, or a meze plate at a taverna around €5–7.
A main course at a family-run taverna in the old town or a backstreet spot is typically €8–12.
Cheap eats are concentrated in the old town's backstreets and around the Mandraki harbour area, with souvlaki and gyros kiosks everywhere.
Budget supermarkets in the area include Lidl, AB Vasilopoulos, and My Market, with a Lidl near the new town.
For affordable clothes, head to the high-street shops along Ergatikes Katikies or the market stalls in the old town's back alleys.
The cheapest way to get around is by local bus (€1.20 single); from the airport, take bus route 23 to Rodos town centre (€2.50).
Eat at tavernas away from the tourist strip in the old town for better prices. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not beachside kiosks. Visit archaeological sites on the first Sunday of each month (November–March) for free entry.
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 Dimitra
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 447 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 646 m · ~8 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 Dimitra?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard (away from the street). These floors sit above street-level bustle but avoid any possible roof noise from above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dimitra?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (level 0) near the reception or lift — they pick up foot traffic, lobby chatter, and early-morning check-out noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or street-facing windows at the front.
Is Dimitra noisy?
Street-facing rooms hear café chatter until midnight and moped traffic from 7am. The bar on the ground floor plays music until 11pm, and the lift emits a low whir on all floors but especially floor 1.
Which rooms have the best views at Dimitra?
The hotel is on Rodos main drag — a side-street view of the old town walls or the marina from upper-floor rear corners. The front looks onto a busy pedestrianised road with cafés.
What are insider tips for staying at Dimitra?
1. Check in after 2pm when the bar empties and reception queues die down. 2. Request a room key for the rear fire exit — it’s a quicker route to the car park and avoids the noisy front lobby.
What time is check-in at Dimitra?
Check-in at Dimitra is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dimitra have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; typical download speed 15 Mbps; one device per room, reconnect daily with password from reception
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dimitra?
€1.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Dimitra?
A gyros pita from a street-side souvlaki spot is €3–4, or a meze plate at a taverna around €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dimitra?
The cheapest way to get around is by local bus (€1.20 single); from the airport, take bus route 23 to Rodos town centre (€2.50).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September: temperatures in the high 20s°C, sea warm enough to swim, and far fewer tourists than July or August.
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).