Your stay — Esmeralda Hotel
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The Property — Esmeralda Hotel
Esmeralda Hotel is a no-frills 3-star in the northern part of Rodos town, a 10-minute walk from the beach and New Market. The lobby feels like a 1970s relic with tiled floors and a small reception desk, but it's clean and the staff are practical. It suits budget travellers or those using Rodos as a base for day trips who want a bed and breakfast without paying for extras. The USP is its location: quiet enough to sleep, close enough to walk to the old town walls and the bus station for Lindos.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned grid city. It became a major Hellenistic maritime power, famous for the Colossus of Rhodes, and later fell under Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule. The Knights Hospitaller rebuilt the city in the 14th century, encircling it with 4 km of stone walls and Gothic palaces that still dominate the skyline. Italy governed from 1912 to 1943, adding neo-Gothic administrative buildings that mix with Turkish mosques and Byzantine churches. Today, the UNESCO-listed Old Town is a dense warren of cobbled streets, souvenir shops, and tavernas, while the new town sprawls north with hotels and a busy marina.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
June and September offer reliably hot, dry weather (28–32°C) with sea temperatures above 24°C, but without the peak July–August crush. Late May is also good for warm days and fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by northern European school holidays, with hotel prices up 40–60% and restaurants packed. The Medieval Rose Festival in June also pushes demand. Esmeralda’s rates double in August.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best shoulder months: May has 25°C days and spring flowers, October still hits 28°C early in the month, both with 30–50% discounts on accommodation and quieter sites.
Weather & packing
Rodos gets summer Meltemi winds that can feel cool in the evenings despite 35°C heat. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for dinner outdoors, and always carry sunblock and a refillable water bottle.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- New direct charter flights from the UK to Rhodos airport started for summer 2026, making the hotel easier to reach without European layovers.
- The old town’s main medieval thoroughfares are under partial repaving until August, so some streets are closed; follow the diversion signs for the Palace of the Grand Master.
- City authorities have increased water restrictions on the island due to drought warnings; tourists should use hotel pool water for rinsing and avoid wasting tap water.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Esmeralda Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the side street away from the main road. These upper floors minimise street noise and have a chance of a partial sea glimpse over the rooftops.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those facing Rodos’ main avenue. They suffer from traffic rumble and pedestrian chatter, plus the lift stops right by some of them.
Best views
Upper floors facing east offer a partial view of the Aegean over the low-rise town. West-facing rooms overlook the hotel’s back courtyard and neighbouring apartments, which is fine but nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are the quietest. The hotel is only five floors with a single lift, so top floors get less footfall from lobby and bar.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos town centre means delivery trucks at 6am, scooters and late-night bar crowds on the main drag. The hotel’s own breakfast prep starts around 7am—audible on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Check-in after 3pm to bypass the tour-bus rush—otherwise you’ll queue in the tiny lobby. 2. The hotel doesn’t have on-site parking; use the public car park 150m east on Papagou Street, but arrive before 5pm in summer to get a spot.
- 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 — Esmeralda Hotel
Free WiFi throughout, 25 Mbps download speed, a simple portal login with room number
One small lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via hotel app; also a print Kathimerini at reception in the morning
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €30; after 12:00 full night rate applies
Free luggage storage available in the lobby area after check-out, no lockers
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; lift is narrow (70 cm wide) and may not accommodate large wheelchairs; no accessible rooms; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking. Closest public car park is Mandraki Municipal at €10 per night (uncovered). No EV charging. Street parking free after 20:00 and before 08:00 but very limited
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €50 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου (554 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Παναγία Περιγιαλενή (964 m · ~12 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 539 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots—they charge poor rates and fees.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller tavernas and market stalls often prefer cash.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants, and round up taxi fares or give a euro or two to hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappé or freddo cappuccino at a local kafeneio is typically around €2.50-3.50.
A souvlaki pita (pork or chicken wrap) from a takeaway is about €3.50-4.50.
A main course at a modest taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish, is around €8-12.
The old town and the main square have clusters of souvlaki shops and gyros stands for cheap eats.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common budget-friendly supermarket chains across Rhodes.
The main shopping street in Rhodes Town (like Orfanidou) has H&M, Zara, and other high-street brands; markets sell generic souvenirs.
A single bus ticket within Rhodes Town is €1.20, or get a day pass for about €4 for unlimited city buses; from the airport, take the public bus (route 22) into town for about €2.50.
Eat lunch at a souvlaki stand rather than a sit-down taverna; buy water and snacks at supermarkets not minimarkets; skip expensive tours and rent a scooter (around €25/day) to explore the coast.
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 Esmeralda Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 539 m · ~7 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 Esmeralda Hotel?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the side street away from the main road. These upper floors minimise street noise and have a chance of a partial sea glimpse over the rooftops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Esmeralda Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those facing Rodos’ main avenue. They suffer from traffic rumble and pedestrian chatter, plus the lift stops right by some of them.
Is Esmeralda Hotel noisy?
Rodos town centre means delivery trucks at 6am, scooters and late-night bar crowds on the main drag. The hotel’s own breakfast prep starts around 7am—audible on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Esmeralda Hotel?
Upper floors facing east offer a partial view of the Aegean over the low-rise town. West-facing rooms overlook the hotel’s back courtyard and neighbouring apartments, which is fine but nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Esmeralda Hotel?
1. Check-in after 3pm to bypass the tour-bus rush—otherwise you’ll queue in the tiny lobby. 2. The hotel doesn’t have on-site parking; use the public car park 150m east on Papagou Street, but arrive before 5pm in summer to get a spot.
What time is check-in at Esmeralda Hotel?
Check-in at Esmeralda Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Esmeralda Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, 25 Mbps download speed, a simple portal login with room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at Esmeralda Hotel?
€0.50 per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Esmeralda Hotel?
A souvlaki pita (pork or chicken wrap) from a takeaway is about €3.50-4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Esmeralda Hotel?
A single bus ticket within Rhodes Town is €1.20, or get a day pass for about €4 for unlimited city buses; from the airport, take the public bus (route 22) into town for about €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
June and September offer reliably hot, dry weather (28–32°C) with sea temperatures above 24°C, but without the peak July–August crush. Late May is also good for warm days and fewer tourists.
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).