Your stay — Evita Mare
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The Property — Evita Mare
Evita Mare is a no-fuss 3-star hotel set back from Rhodes Town’s beachfront, with a small pool, a decent buffet breakfast, and rooms that are clean but dated. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want reliable accommodation within walking distance of the old town and the sea, without paying for frills. Standing in the lobby, you get the sense of a quiet, efficiently run hotel that does the basics well and doesn't pretend otherwise.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and grew into a major maritime power, best known for the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built by the Knights of St John in the 14th century, with its Palace of the Grand Master and cobbled streets. In the 20th century, Italian occupation left a legacy of rationalist architecture in the New Town. Today, the city blends Byzantine, Ottoman and modern Greek influences, with tourism as its economic spine.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm sunny weather in the high 20s°C, with sea temperatures comfortable for swimming and lower crowd levels than July and August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season, with temperatures often exceeding 35°C and huge cruise ship crowds in the Old Town. Hotel prices double or triple, and events like the Medieval Festival in late August add to the crush.
Budget shoulder season
Late April to early May and October are solid shoulder months: cheaper rates, temperatures around 20-25°C, and quieter streets. You’ll need a light jacket for evenings.
Weather & packing
Rhodes gets strong meltemi winds in summer, especially in July, which can make beach afternoons breezy. Pack a windproof jacket and a good sun hat, plus layers for cooler evenings.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The municipal parking lot near the Mandraki marina is closed for renovation until September 2026; use the new automated car park at the eastern entrance of the Old Town instead.
- Several beachfront tavernas along the eastern coast have reopened after winter renovations, including the popular Taverna Avli near Kallithea Springs.
- Rhodes International Airport’s terminal expansion is ongoing; expect temporary lane closures at arrivals and longer bag claim times during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Evita Mare, 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. These floors avoid ground-floor street noise and benefit from the lift access (assuming a standard 3-floor walk-up with lift). The rear orientation cuts road noise from the street-level address.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms at the front on the 1st floor or ground floor. The address 'Rodos' puts you on a main road in the town centre, so street-level rooms pick up traffic, pedestrian bustle, and potential late-night bar noise. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft — you can hear the mechanism clanking on older lifts in these 3-star properties.
Best views
Rooms at the front (facing the street) might get a glimpse of the old town or harbour depending on exact orientation, but with traffic noise. Rear-facing rooms overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings — no view, but quieter.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are quietest. Above street-level clatter, with no footfall from a bar or restaurant below (assuming the ground floor is lobby/reception).
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise source is the road traffic on Rodos' main artery. In summer, open windows mean moped and car horns. Also nearby bars and restaurants may play music until late. The lift is likely older, so audible on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. If you have a car, ask the hotel for the nearest free street parking spot — Rodos town centre is tough. 2. Request a rear-facing room and a top-floor when booking — these are the quietest, and the lift means no stairs to haul luggage up.
- 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 — Evita Mare
Free throughout, typical speed 15–20 Mbps download; login via room number and surname
One lift serves the main building lobby to floor 3; the ground-floor pool and restaurant are stairs-only (10 steps)
No daily newspapers; free access to digital press via a lobby tablet (limited to a few Greek and international titles). The hotel is a 1970s block with a seaside facade, no particular heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 for €30, after 14:00 charged a full night
Free at reception, no lockers
Step-free entrance via a ramp at the side door; no wheelchair lift to the pool or beach. Guest rooms on lift-accessible floors only (1–3)
Free on-site uncovered parking for about 20 cars; no valet. Nearest public car park is 800 m east at Ixia beach (€5/day, open 08:00–22:00). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: One night's advance deposit required on booking; a €50 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (217 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (925 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Αμώς (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Citibank — 749 m · ~9 min walk
Apotheke — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Circle — 126 m · ~2 min walk
Faliraki Harbour — 176 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport or tourist spots where fees and poor rates are common.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops, but cash is still king at smaller tavernas and market stalls; contactless works almost everywhere cards do.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated but not expected at restaurants; tip taxi drivers by rounding up to the nearest euro; hotel porters get €1-2.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or Freddo cappuccino from a kafeneio costs around €3-4.
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop for €3-5 is the classic budget lunch.
Expect to pay €8-12 for a main like moussaka or grilled fish at a casual taverna away from the old town centre.
Look for souvlaki and gyros shops along Orfanidou Street near the New Market (Nea Agora) for cheap eats.
Lidl and Galaxias are common budget supermarket chains in the area.
For affordable basics, try H&M or Zara in the large shopping district around Papagou and Amerikis streets.
The cheapest way to get around is by bus – a single ticket within Rhodes town is about €1.20. From the airport, the public bus (line 23) goes to town for around €2.50, far cheaper than a taxi.
Eat at tavernas a few streets back from the Mandraki harbour to avoid tourist markups; buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets rather than kiosks near the beach; use a refillable water bottle — most public squares have free drinking fountains.
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 Evita Mare
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Citibank — 749 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 1.1 km · ~13 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 Evita Mare?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors avoid ground-floor street noise and benefit from the lift access (assuming a standard 3-floor walk-up with lift). The rear orientation cuts road noise from the street-level address.
Which rooms should I avoid at Evita Mare?
Steer clear of rooms at the front on the 1st floor or ground floor. The address 'Rodos' puts you on a main road in the town centre, so street-level rooms pick up traffic, pedestrian bustle, and potential late-night bar noise. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft — you can hear the mechanism clanking on older lifts in these 3-star properties.
Is Evita Mare noisy?
Main noise source is the road traffic on Rodos' main artery. In summer, open windows mean moped and car horns. Also nearby bars and restaurants may play music until late. The lift is likely older, so audible on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Evita Mare?
Rooms at the front (facing the street) might get a glimpse of the old town or harbour depending on exact orientation, but with traffic noise. Rear-facing rooms overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings — no view, but quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Evita Mare?
1. If you have a car, ask the hotel for the nearest free street parking spot — Rodos town centre is tough. 2. Request a rear-facing room and a top-floor when booking — these are the quietest, and the lift means no stairs to haul luggage up.
What time is check-in at Evita Mare?
Check-in at Evita Mare is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Evita Mare have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout, typical speed 15–20 Mbps download; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Evita Mare?
€0.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Evita Mare?
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop for €3-5 is the classic budget lunch.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Evita Mare?
The cheapest way to get around is by bus – a single ticket within Rhodes town is about €1.20. From the airport, the public bus (line 23) goes to town for around €2.50, far cheaper than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September offer warm sunny weather in the high 20s°C, with sea temperatures comfortable for swimming and lower crowd levels than July and 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).