Your stay — Kriamos Blue
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The Property — Kriamos Blue
Kriamos Blue is a no-fuss, three-star in the old town of Rhodes, just steps from the Palace of the Grand Master. The vibe is modest and clean: think white walls, blue shutters, a small rooftop terrace, and a lobby that smells of lemon polish. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want location over luxury — you’re paying for the cobbled streets outside, not the room frills.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes city was founded in 408 BC as a unified capital of the island’s three ancient city-states. Its medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built largely by the Knights Hospitaller during their 200-year rule from 1309. The walls, cobbled alleys, and Gothic palaces haven’t changed much since the 14th century. Today, the city balances tourist traffic with a strong local identity — tavernas, markets, and Orthodox churches sit side by side with souvenir shops. Its contemporary culture is shaped by Greek island life, tourism, and a deep historical layer that you can’t miss even in a short stay.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm but not scorching, crowds manageable, flights cheaper than peak summer.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — temperatures hit 30–35°C, the city is packed with package tourists and cruise ships. Hotel prices double or more; the Medieval Festival in late August draws extra visitors.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early October — 20–25°C, lower room rates, quieter streets, and still enough sun for beach time.
Weather & packing
Rhodes gets meltemi winds in July, which can mean sudden strong gusts. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for evenings on the terrace.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes city is trialling pedestrian-only hours in the Old Town’s main shopping streets 18:00–23:00 from June to September to ease congestion.
- The new Rhodes Marina opened in 2025 at Mandraki Harbour, with added restaurants and a walkway — worth a stroll instead of the over-touristed strip.
- Wildfire season runs July–August; check local fire warnings daily if you plan to hike or drive inland.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kriamos Blue, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (likely 3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard, away from the street. The upper floors here are quieter and get better light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street – Rodos town has busy roads and early morning traffic will be audible. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel has an internal lift.
Best views
Ask for a room at the back or side of the building for a quieter outlook over the neighbouring roofs or courtyard. The front rooms overlook the street, which isn't scenic.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest, as they are furthest from street noise and any ground-floor common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road noise from Rodos town traffic – specifically scooters, buses, and early rubbish collection. Possible noise from the breakfast room between 7-10am if you're above it.
Insider tips
If driving, ask reception about free street parking – the hotel may not have its own lot. Check-in can be slow at peak times; arrive after 2pm to avoid a queue.
- 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 — Kriamos Blue
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed ~15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming SD). No login—connects to 'Kriamos_Blue' SSID.
One lift serves all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand or physical papers. A small lobby bookshelf with local guides and week-old newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 (free). Late check-out until 14:00 for €30, subject to availability.
Free left-luggage room behind reception; key-controlled, no lockers. Open 07:00–23:00 daily.
Step-free entrance via side ramp (not automatic door). Lift fits standard wheelchair. No accessible bathrooms or grab rails in guest rooms.
No on-site parking. Public car park 'Parking Rodos Center' 400 m east, €12 per 24h (€15 July). No EV charging within 500 m.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (for 3-star properties), plus 0.5% climate resilience levy per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Προφήτης Αμώς (728 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Faliraki Harbour — 1.8 km · ~23 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 on the old town edges, as they often add high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless works almost everywhere, but carry some cash for small kiosks and market stalls.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service was good; taxis appreciate a euro or two; hotel staff expect nothing but a euro for luggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (frappe or freddo espresso) at a local kafenio costs around €2-3.
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot near the beach or market runs €3-4.
A simple main like moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna in the old town or along the coast: €10-15.
Look for souvlaki and gyros stands along Orfanidou Street and the side streets near Mandraki Harbour.
Supermarket chains include AB Vasilopoulos, Lidl, and Sklavenitis; all have branches in the town area.
High-street shopping along Ethnikis Antistaseos and Orfanidou; market stalls in the old town for cheap t-shirts and souvenirs.
Local bus from the airport to town costs €2.30; in town, walking or renting a bike is free; no day pass system exists for buses.
Eat gyros and souvlaki from takeaway spots rather than sit-down tavernas; buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets, not beachside kiosks; fill up your water bottle at public fountains in the old town.
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 Kriamos Blue
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 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 Kriamos Blue?
Request a room on the top floor (likely 3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard, away from the street. The upper floors here are quieter and get better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kriamos Blue?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street – Rodos town has busy roads and early morning traffic will be audible. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel has an internal lift.
Is Kriamos Blue noisy?
Main road noise from Rodos town traffic – specifically scooters, buses, and early rubbish collection. Possible noise from the breakfast room between 7-10am if you're above it.
Which rooms have the best views at Kriamos Blue?
Ask for a room at the back or side of the building for a quieter outlook over the neighbouring roofs or courtyard. The front rooms overlook the street, which isn't scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Kriamos Blue?
If driving, ask reception about free street parking – the hotel may not have its own lot. Check-in can be slow at peak times; arrive after 2pm to avoid a queue.
What time is check-in at Kriamos Blue?
Check-in at Kriamos Blue is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kriamos Blue have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed ~15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up (sufficient for streaming SD). No login—connects to 'Kriamos_Blue' SSID.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kriamos Blue?
€1.50 per room per night (for 3-star properties), plus 0.5% climate resilience levy per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Kriamos Blue?
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot near the beach or market runs €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kriamos Blue?
Local bus from the airport to town costs €2.30; in town, walking or renting a bike is free; no day pass system exists for buses.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September — warm but not scorching, crowds manageable, flights cheaper than peak summer.
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).