Your stay — Lindos Grand
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The Property — Lindos Grand
The Lindos Grand is a clean, no-fuss three-star perched on the hillside above Lindos village. Its lobby feels bright and airy, with whitewashed walls and simple Greek furnishings, a view of the acropolis through the big windows, and the hum of guests heading to the pool or the shuttle into town. It suits budget-conscious couples or small groups who want a modern, reliable base with a decent breakfast and easy access to the beach and historic centre.
Chronicles of Rodos
Lindos was one of the most important city-states on Rhodes, flourishing from the 6th century BC as a maritime and trading hub. Its crowning feature, the Lindos Acropolis, was built in stages by Dorian Greeks, then Romans, Byzantines, Knights of St John, and Ottomans, leaving a layered architectural record. The village below, with its white cube houses and narrow alleys, grew around the medieval castle built by the Knights. Today Lindos balances its ancient heritage with a busy tourist economy, attracting visitors to its sandy beaches, harbour, and the restored Temple of Athena Lindia.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
April-June and September-October: these months offer reliably warm, sunny weather without the full midsummer heatwave or peak crowds, ideal for hiking the acropolis and exploring the empty cobbled streets.
Peak / festival surge
Late July and August are the busiest weeks, driven by European school holidays and daily cruise-ship arrivals from Rhodes Town. Hotel prices at Lindos Grand double or triple compared to spring, and advance booking is essential. The Lindos Festival (usually late July) features local music and dance on the acropolis, but space is limited.
Budget shoulder season
Early June and late September are the sweet spots: discounts of 30-50% from peak rates, still very warm seas (21-24°C), and the crowds thin out after 3pm. October can be quieter still, but some tavernas start closing mid-month.
Weather & packing
Rhodes in July is dry and blazing, but a sudden meltemi wind can make the acropolis feel chilly. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evenings on the terrace, plus SPF 50 and a wide-brimmed hat—the sun is relentless from 10am to 4pm.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Lindos Acropolis remains open daily 08:00-20:00 in July 2026; buy tickets online to skip the 30-40 minute queue at the entrance gate.
- A new bus-only lane from Rhodes Town to Lindos (opened May 2026) has cut the journey to 45 minutes, but parking in Lindos village is still scarce—most visitors park at the pay lot 1km north and take the shuttle.
- Two beach tavernas, Gorgona and Kalypso, have reopened after refurbishment and now offer fresh fish lunch specials until 5pm.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lindos Grand, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5, facing the sea or pool, away from the main road. These floors offer quieter sleep and fewer footfall disturbances.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (room 100–110 range) near the reception or lift lobby – street noise from the Rodos road carries, and late-arriving guests create disturbance. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or restaurant if you want to avoid music hum until midnight.
Best views
Sea-view rooms on floors 4–5 offer clear sightlines over the pool and across to the beach – no building blockage. Pool-side rooms on these floors catch sunrise without glare.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, and 5 are quietest – no aerial noise buffering from the bar, and lift stops are infrequent. Rooms at the end of the corridor (north side) get least foot traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits just off a main road to Lindos – morning scooter and delivery truck noise starts around 07:30. Pool area music plays from 10:00–19:00 but is muffled on upper sea-facing floors. Bar closes at midnight, but smokers gather near the ground-floor entrance, creating chatter.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the north side of floor 4 or 5 – these face away from the tavernas, so you get forest quiet after 22:00. 2. If you arrive after 18:00, request a late check-in note – the front desk holds rooms longer if you call ahead, and you avoid the queue from coach parties.
- 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 — Lindos Grand
Free Wi-Fi throughout, about 20 Mbps download; no login required—just accept terms on browser.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand; reception has a few Greek and international daily newspapers (in English). The building is a modern 1980s construction, no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out fee €30 until 14:00, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage at reception after check-out until 18:00.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; one accessible room on ground floor (roll-in shower, grab bars). Narrow corridors may challenge wheelchair turning in standard rooms.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park at Lindos village entrance (€5 per day, 1 km away). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (tourism tax, paid at check-out)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Peraeus bank — 926 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the town centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport or main tourist squares — they charge high commissions.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; smaller tavernas and market stalls may prefer cash; contactless is common for transactions under €50.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service isn't included; not expected in taxis, but rounding up is appreciated; hotel maids get €1-2 per day.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso (iced) or traditional Greek coffee at a local kafeneio, about €2.50–3.
A Greek pita gyros or souvlaki wrap from a takeaway spot, around €3.50–4.50.
A main course (like moussaka or grilled fish) in a non-touristy taverna, roughly €10–12.
The old town's side streets and the Mandraki harbour area have several gyros and souvlaki stands offering fast, cheap eats.
Supermarkets such as Lidl, AB Vassilopoulos, and Sklavenitis are common in Rodos town.
The main shopping street (Ermou) has Zara, H&M, and local boutiques; for cheaper options, check the market stalls near the old town gate.
Walking is best within the old town and new town; a bus from the airport to Rodos town costs around €2.50; a local bus ticket is €1.20.
Eat at tavernas a block or two off the main tourist strips for better value; buy water and snacks from supermarkets rather than kiosks; visit museums on free-entry days (usually the first Sunday of the month).
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 Lindos Grand
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Peraeus bank — 926 m · ~12 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 Lindos Grand?
Request a room on floors 3–5, facing the sea or pool, away from the main road. These floors offer quieter sleep and fewer footfall disturbances.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lindos Grand?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (room 100–110 range) near the reception or lift lobby – street noise from the Rodos road carries, and late-arriving guests create disturbance. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or restaurant if you want to avoid music hum until midnight.
Is Lindos Grand noisy?
The hotel sits just off a main road to Lindos – morning scooter and delivery truck noise starts around 07:30. Pool area music plays from 10:00–19:00 but is muffled on upper sea-facing floors. Bar closes at midnight, but smokers gather near the ground-floor entrance, creating chatter.
Which rooms have the best views at Lindos Grand?
Sea-view rooms on floors 4–5 offer clear sightlines over the pool and across to the beach – no building blockage. Pool-side rooms on these floors catch sunrise without glare.
What are insider tips for staying at Lindos Grand?
1. Ask for a room on the north side of floor 4 or 5 – these face away from the tavernas, so you get forest quiet after 22:00. 2. If you arrive after 18:00, request a late check-in note – the front desk holds rooms longer if you call ahead, and you avoid the queue from coach parties.
What time is check-in at Lindos Grand?
Check-in at Lindos Grand is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lindos Grand have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, about 20 Mbps download; no login required—just accept terms on browser.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lindos Grand?
€1.50 per room per night (tourism tax, paid at check-out)
Where can I eat cheaply near Lindos Grand?
A Greek pita gyros or souvlaki wrap from a takeaway spot, around €3.50–4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lindos Grand?
Walking is best within the old town and new town; a bus from the airport to Rodos town costs around €2.50; a local bus ticket is €1.20.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
April-June and September-October: these months offer reliably warm, sunny weather without the full midsummer heatwave or peak crowds, ideal for hiking the acropolis and exploring the empty cobbled streets.
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).