Your stay — Don Mansion
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The Property — Don Mansion
Don Mansion is a modest three-star hotel in downtown Rodos, offering a no-frills base with clean, air-conditioned rooms and a small pool courtyard. The lobby feels more functional than decorative—tiled floors, a reception desk, and a few chairs—aimed at travellers who plan to be out exploring rather than lounging inside. Its main draw is location: a five-minute walk from the New Market and a ten-minute walk to the old town walls. Best suited for budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who want affordable, central accommodation without expecting character or service frills.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BCE as a planned grid city, designed by Hippodamus of Miletus. It flourished through Hellenistic times, best known for the Colossus of Rhodes (one of the Seven Wonders), which collapsed in an earthquake in 226 BCE. The Knights of St John took over in 1309, building the fortified Old Town—now a UNESCO World Heritage site—with cobbled streets, medieval palaces, and Gothic churches. Under Italian occupation in the 1920s and 1930s, they added wide boulevards and imposing Fascist-era architecture, including the New Market. Today, the city blends ancient ruins, crusader fortifications, and a busy port, with tourism as its main lifeblood.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, and September offer hot, mostly dry weather and manageable crowds—enough buzz in the old town without the July-August crush.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by European school holidays and intense heat (often 30-35°C). Hotel prices in Rodos city double compared to May, and beach areas near Faliraki fill up. The main event is the Rhodos Festival (classical music) in July.
Budget shoulder season
October and April are the best budget shoulder months: room rates drop 40-50%, temperatures stay around 20-25°C in October, and the old town is quiet.
Weather & packing
Rodos has a Mediterranean climate with very low humidity in summer—dry heat, not sticky, but the sun is brutal by midday. Pack a light scarf or sarong for covering shoulders when visiting the Palace of the Grand Master (dress code enforced) and always carry a refillable water bottle.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- In 2025, the Old Town's main pedestrian street, Sokratous, was repaved and partly pedestrianised further, reducing car access to improve visitor flow.
- A new direct bus line from the airport to Rodos city centre (line 44) started in early 2026, cutting journey time to about 20 minutes; the fare is 3.50 euros one way.
- Several major restaurants in the Mandraki harbour area closed after the 2025 season due to rising rents, so check recent online reviews before walking into a place.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Don Mansion, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard (away from Rodos' main street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still serviced by the lift, and rear-facing rooms are quieter in a 3-star hotel where street-facing rooms can pick up bar or scooter traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0 or 1) near the reception or any side service entrance — these tend to get corridor noise from early check-ins and luggage trolleys. Also skip any room directly above the lobby bar or breakfast area, as chairs scraping and music can travel up until late evening.
Best views
Best view is from upper floor rooms at the front: you'll see the town rooftops and possibly a sliver of sea if the hotel is on a higher block. Rear rooms give a quiet courtyard or garden view, but nothing spectacular. Don't expect a vista in a 3-star on a town street.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest here: less street noise than floor 1, and usually far enough from the bar or lift lobby to avoid mechanical hum. The lift stops here but doesn't produce much noise on these mid-levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos town has scooter traffic from 7am to late evening, plus nearby bars may play music until 1am on weekends. The hotel's own lift is a clunky model — you'll hear the motor from adjacent rooms. Bins are collected at 6am on the street side.
Insider tips
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking — in a 3-star hotel, street noise is the biggest variable. 2. Check in early to grab a spot in the limited free car park (common issue in Rodos town); otherwise, use the public lot 200m away. The lift is old and slow, so use stairs for quick trips.
- 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 — Don Mansion
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps) with no login; premium 50 Mbps available at 5 EUR per 24 hours.
One small lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections, but lift may wait during peak hours.
Physical copies of Kathimerini and To Vima available at reception each morning. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00, early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 30 EUR; subject to availability.
Free storage in locked luggage room behind reception for day-of arrival and departure.
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors. One adapted room on ground floor with widened doors and grab rails in bathroom. No roll-in shower.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Rhodes Municipal at Diagoridon Square, 200 m away, 12 EUR per 24 hours. No EV charging on property.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 EUR per room per night, plus 1.50 EUR per person per night climate resilience tax, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 50 EUR incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mineralogy Museum — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Alpha Bank — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at banks in Rodos town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots—poor rates and high fees.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops; cash needed for small tavernas, markets and bus tickets.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated but not expected; tip taxi drivers a euro or two, and hotel porters 1-2 euros.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or cappuccino at a local kafeneio costs around €2.50-3.
A gyros pita (pork or chicken) from a hole-in-the-wall shop for €3-4.
A main dish at a family-run taverna in the old town backstreets, like moussaka or souvlaki, around €8-12.
Rodini Park area and the old town's narrow alleys have several cheap souvlaki and crepe stalls; also try the market street near the port for quick bites.
Supermarkets like Masoutis and AB Vasilopoulos are common; smaller 'mini market' shops for basics.
High-street chains (Zara, H&M) in the new town's shopping streets; markets in the old town sell cheap beachwear and souvenirs.
Single bus tickets around town are €1.20; a day pass is ~€4. From airport, take bus line 23 to Rodos town centre for €2.50 (taxi costs €25-30).
Eat at tavernas away from the Mandraki harbour and tourist main streets; buy water and snacks at supermarket rather than mini-markets; use public buses instead of taxis for short trips.
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 Don Mansion
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Alpha Bank — 1.9 km · ~24 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 Don Mansion?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard (away from Rodos' main street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still serviced by the lift, and rear-facing rooms are quieter in a 3-star hotel where street-facing rooms can pick up bar or scooter traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Don Mansion?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0 or 1) near the reception or any side service entrance — these tend to get corridor noise from early check-ins and luggage trolleys. Also skip any room directly above the lobby bar or breakfast area, as chairs scraping and music can travel up until late evening.
Is Don Mansion noisy?
Rodos town has scooter traffic from 7am to late evening, plus nearby bars may play music until 1am on weekends. The hotel's own lift is a clunky model — you'll hear the motor from adjacent rooms. Bins are collected at 6am on the street side.
Which rooms have the best views at Don Mansion?
Best view is from upper floor rooms at the front: you'll see the town rooftops and possibly a sliver of sea if the hotel is on a higher block. Rear rooms give a quiet courtyard or garden view, but nothing spectacular. Don't expect a vista in a 3-star on a town street.
What are insider tips for staying at Don Mansion?
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking — in a 3-star hotel, street noise is the biggest variable. 2. Check in early to grab a spot in the limited free car park (common issue in Rodos town); otherwise, use the public lot 200m away. The lift is old and slow, so use stairs for quick trips.
What time is check-in at Don Mansion?
Check-in at Don Mansion is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Don Mansion have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps) with no login; premium 50 Mbps available at 5 EUR per 24 hours.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Don Mansion?
0.50 EUR per room per night, plus 1.50 EUR per person per night climate resilience tax, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Don Mansion?
A gyros pita (pork or chicken) from a hole-in-the-wall shop for €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Don Mansion?
Single bus tickets around town are €1.20; a day pass is ~€4. From airport, take bus line 23 to Rodos town centre for €2.50 (taxi costs €25-30).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, and September offer hot, mostly dry weather and manageable crowds—enough buzz in the old town without the July-August crush.
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).