Your stay — Dorothea
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The Property — Dorothea
Dorothea is a straightforward, value-focused 3-star hotel on Rhodes’ eastern coast, a short walk from Elli Beach and the old town’s St. Paul’s Gate. The lobby feels like a modest, sunlit reception area with tile floors and a small seating nook—functional rather than flashy. It suits budget-conscious travellers or families who want a clean base near the medieval centre without paying for resort frills. Expect basic rooms, a small pool, and a buffet breakfast that won’t wow you but does the job.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes city was founded in 408 BCE by the ancient Greeks on a grid plan by Hippodamus, later flourishing as a maritime hub under the Knights Hospitaller from 1309 to 1522. They fortified the Old Town with massive walls and the Palace of the Grand Master, which still dominates the skyline. Ottoman rule added mosques and baths, while Italian occupation in the early 20th century restored medieval structures for tourism. Today, the city blends a UNESCO-listed medieval core with a busy port and modern shops, drawing visitors for both history and beach life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm, sunny, and pleasant for sightseeing without July's heat or August's crush.
Peak / festival surge
July and August, when schools are out across Europe; hotel prices double or triple, and the Old Town gets packed. The ‘Medieval Festival’ in June draws extra crowds, but the main driver is summer holidays.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early October and November give lower rates, cooler temperatures (20-25°C), and emptier streets—best for quiet exploration.
Weather & packing
July in Rhodes averages 30°C with dry heat but occasional strong meltemi winds. Pack light layers, a sun hat, and a windproof jacket for evenings by the coast.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes airport (RHO) has completed a terminal expansion in 2025, reducing summer queues, but expect taxi shortages on peak Saturdays—book transfers in advance.
- The Old Town’s main street, Sokratous, is undergoing repaving until late 2026, with some shop access restricted; use side alleys.
- Seasonal note: the ‘Sound of Rhodes’ music festival runs 1-5 July 2026 at the ancient stadium, so city hotels fill fast—book now.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dorothea, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor, facing the rear courtyard or side street, away from the main road Rodos runs along. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but low enough that the lift is rarely busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street, as they pick up foot traffic, scooter noise, and early-morning delivery trucks. Also skip rooms directly adjacent to the single lift shaft, where motor hums all night.
Best views
The best view at this address is an oblique sea glimpse from a side room on floor 3, looking over low-rise buildings towards the harbour. No direct beach view, but morning light is pleasant.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, sandwiched between potential ground-floor activity and the roof/upper-floor footfall.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos town main road can carry scooter and taxi noise until midnight, especially in summer. The hotel's single lift is audible from adjacent rooms on all floors; request a room at least two doors from the lift shaft.
Insider tips
Park on the side street behind the hotel (free after 8pm, but watch for residents-only signs). For check-in, call ahead to request a courtyard-facing room — they'll often hold one if you arrive before noon.
- 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 — Dorothea
Free Wi-Fi throughout; up to 20 Mbps download, login via room number and surname.
Single lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via lobby tablet.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 at reception. Check-out by 11:00; late check-out until 14:00 for 30 euros (subject to availability).
Free for day of arrival/departure; longer stays 2 euros per bag per day.
Step-free entrance from street level; one accessible room on ground floor; no wheelchair lift to upper floors.
No on-site parking. Free street parking on Leoforos Kallitheas (limited). Nearest public car park at Mandraki Harbour, 8 euros per night, 5-minute walk. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 euros per room per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 100 euro incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγίας Ειρήνης (285 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Εισόδια της Θεοτόκου (612 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Μαρίνα (796 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγ. Γεωργίου (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Φαρμακείο — 677 m · ~8 min walk
Amada Colossos & Palladium — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at banks in Rodos town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they take a big cut.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless works in most places but keep cash for small tavernas, market stalls, and taxis.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service isn't included; tip taxi drivers a Euro or two; hotel cleaners get a couple of Euros per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or cappuccino at a local kafeneio or bakery is about €2.50–€3.50.
A gyros pita from a street-side grill is €3–€4, or a cheese pie from a bakery for around €2.50.
A mains at a traditional taverna—like souvlaki, moussaka, or grilled fish—runs €8–€12.
The old town's backstreets and the Mandraki harbour area have cheap gyros and souvlaki stalls, plus bakeries selling pies and spanakopita.
Supermarkets like LIDL and AB Vasilopoulos are common; smaller convenience stores (periptera) are everywhere for drinks and snacks.
The New Market (Nea Agora) and the main shopping street, Papagou, have high-street brands like Zara and H&M; market stalls in the old town sell cheap souvenirs and beachwear.
A single bus ticket around town is about €1.20; to get from the airport, take the public bus (line 1) to the centre for around €2.50 rather than a taxi (€25+).
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist squares for lower prices and bigger portions. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets rather than at kiosks or the beach. Use the local buses instead of taxis for day trips to beaches like Faliraki or Lindos.
Good to know — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
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$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 Dorothea
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Φαρμακείο — 677 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.
About Rodos
Wikipedia ↗
Rhodes ( ; Greek: Ρόδος, romanized: Ródos [ˈroðos]) is the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands and their historical capital; it is the ninth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Administratively, Rhodes constitutes a separate municipality within the Rhodes regional unit, which is part of the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dorothea?
Request a room on the second or third floor, facing the rear courtyard or side street, away from the main road Rodos runs along. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but low enough that the lift is rarely busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dorothea?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street, as they pick up foot traffic, scooter noise, and early-morning delivery trucks. Also skip rooms directly adjacent to the single lift shaft, where motor hums all night.
Is Dorothea noisy?
Rodos town main road can carry scooter and taxi noise until midnight, especially in summer. The hotel's single lift is audible from adjacent rooms on all floors; request a room at least two doors from the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Dorothea?
The best view at this address is an oblique sea glimpse from a side room on floor 3, looking over low-rise buildings towards the harbour. No direct beach view, but morning light is pleasant.
What are insider tips for staying at Dorothea?
Park on the side street behind the hotel (free after 8pm, but watch for residents-only signs). For check-in, call ahead to request a courtyard-facing room — they'll often hold one if you arrive before noon.
What time is check-in at Dorothea?
Check-in at Dorothea is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dorothea have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; up to 20 Mbps download, login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dorothea?
0.50 euros per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Dorothea?
A gyros pita from a street-side grill is €3–€4, or a cheese pie from a bakery for around €2.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dorothea?
A single bus ticket around town is about €1.20; to get from the airport, take the public bus (line 1) to the centre for around €2.50 rather than a taxi (€25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September — warm, sunny, and pleasant for sightseeing without July's heat or August's 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).