Your stay — Hotel Achillion
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The Property — Hotel Achillion
Hotel Achillion is a no-fuss 3-star in Rhodes Town, a short walk from the medieval walls. The lobby is cool marble and potted palms, with an old-school reception desk and a faint smell of polish. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, central base without frills — think efficient rather than charming. The USP is location: five minutes to the Old Town entrance and ten to the beach.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC as a planned city on a grid system, replacing three older scattered settlements. It flourished under Hellenistic rule — the Colossus of Rhodes once stood here — then became a key Byzantine harbour. The Knights of St John took over in 1309 and built the vast fortifications that still define the Old Town, mixing Gothic, Venetian and Ottoman layers. Today the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, its cobbled lanes filled with tourist shops, cathedrals and mosques, living off its layered past.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September. The weather is reliably warm (mid-20s °C) but not scorching, crowds are thinner, and flights and hotels cost less than July–August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season in Rhodes. Temperatures hit the low 30s °C, beaches and Old Town streets are packed. Hotel prices at places like Achillion often double. The Medieval Festival in late August draws extra visitors.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early June, and September to early October. You get 25°C days, lower hotel rates (often 30–40% less than July), quieter tavernas and still long daylight hours.
Weather & packing
Rhodes is consistently breezy in summer, especially near the coast, so a light windproof layer is useful for evening. Pack a sun hat, decent sunscreen and shoes with grip for the Old Town’s polished cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- New 2025: The old town’s main gate, Eleftherias Gate, has finished a long restoration and is now fully open – no more scaffolding blocking photos.
- The new Rhodes Town bus station (Ktel) is now fully operational, replacing the old temporary one; all local buses to Lindos, Faliraki etc. depart from here, 10 min walk from Hotel Achillion.
- July 2026: The city’s annual Medieval Festival runs the last week of July – expect jousting displays, artisan stalls and night tours of the Palace of the Grand Master.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Achillion, 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 or side street – these are quieter and further from the main road and lift noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the reception or stairwell; ground-floor rooms may also suffer from street-level noise and lack of privacy.
Best views
Ask for a room with a side or rear view – likely looking over neighbouring buildings or small gardens rather than the road, which is typical for a 3-star hotel on a main Rodos street.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are your best bet for quiet – elevated enough to cut street noise but below any roof terrace activity.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a street in Rodos town, so traffic and pedestrian sounds are likely – especially in summer with scooters and late-night activity.
Insider tips
1. Arrive during daylight to check the room orientation yourself – staff may have flexibility to swap to a quieter room if available. 2. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper – even the 'quiet' rooms can pick up street hum from the town's summer buzz.
- 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 — Hotel Achillion
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login – just accept terms on hotel network.
Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand. Lobby has print copies of Kathimerini and local Rhodes newspaper. Building is a converted 1930s neoclassical townhouse, original marble staircase remains.
Check-in from 14:00; bag drop allowed from 11:00. Late check-out until 13:00 for €25, after 13:00 full night charged.
Free baggage storage for same-day arrivals/departures; no charge.
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance (call ahead). No wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift is standard size (fits manual chair).
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Mandraki Car Park (5 min walk), €12 per 24h. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Νικόλαος (171 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Αικατερίνη (230 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Εισόδια (514 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Σάντα Μαρία (630 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Πλατεία Καλλιγά — 461 m · ~6 min walk
Μουσείο Νεοελληνικής Τέχνης του Δήμου Ρόδου — 875 m · ~11 min walk
Δημοτικό Θέατρο Ρόδου — 907 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk
ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Psilikoko — 88 m · ~1 min walk
Σταθμός λεωφορείων Δ.Ε.Σ ΡΟΔΑ — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town centre for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist piers, as they add poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless is common. Small tavernas and market stalls often prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill (e.g., €1–2) is appreciated in restaurants; not expected in taxis, but leaving small change is fine. Hotel porters might get €1–2.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso freddo or frappé at a local kafeneio, around €2.50.
Gyros pita from a street stand, about €3.50.
Moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna in the Old Town, main dish around €10–12.
The Old Town’s narrow streets (e.g., Socrates Street area) have several gyros and souvlaki spots in the €3–5 range.
Lidl and AB Shop 'n Save supermarkets are common in Rodos town; cheaper than mini-marts.
The main shopping street (e.g., Orfanidou) has international brands and local chains; market stalls near the clock tower offer affordable souvenirs and casual wear.
The local bus network (KTEL) is the cheapest way around the island – a single ride in town is about €1.50. From the airport, take the express bus to Rodos town centre for €2.50 instead of a taxi (€25+).
1. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist kiosks. 2. Eat lunch at tavernas offering set menus rather than à la carte dinners. 3. Use the bus or rented bike to explore; taxis are expensive for short hops.
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 Hotel Achillion
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 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.
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 Hotel Achillion?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard or side street – these are quieter and further from the main road and lift noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Achillion?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the reception or stairwell; ground-floor rooms may also suffer from street-level noise and lack of privacy.
Is Hotel Achillion noisy?
The hotel is on a street in Rodos town, so traffic and pedestrian sounds are likely – especially in summer with scooters and late-night activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Achillion?
Ask for a room with a side or rear view – likely looking over neighbouring buildings or small gardens rather than the road, which is typical for a 3-star hotel on a main Rodos street.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Achillion?
1. Arrive during daylight to check the room orientation yourself – staff may have flexibility to swap to a quieter room if available. 2. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper – even the 'quiet' rooms can pick up street hum from the town's summer buzz.
What time is check-in at Hotel Achillion?
Check-in at Hotel Achillion is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Achillion have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login – just accept terms on hotel network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Achillion?
€1.50 per room per night, paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Achillion?
Gyros pita from a street stand, about €3.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Achillion?
The local bus network (KTEL) is the cheapest way around the island – a single ride in town is about €1.50. From the airport, take the express bus to Rodos town centre for €2.50 instead of a taxi (€25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September. The weather is reliably warm (mid-20s °C) but not scorching, crowds are thinner, and flights and hotels cost less than July–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).