Your stay — Mike's Hostel
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The Property — Mike's Hostel
Mike's Hostel is a no-frills budget base in Rodos town, aimed squarely at backpackers and solo travellers who want a bed and a social atmosphere rather than luxury. The lobby is a casual, sun-bleached space with a noticeboard of pub crawls and ferry timetables, plus a small bar where guests swap tips. The USP is its rooftop terrace with views over the old town and Aegean — a fine spot for a cheap beer at sunset. It suits anyone on a tight itinerary who plans to spend most of their time out exploring.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and quickly became a major maritime hub, home to 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 from 1309 to 1522, with cobbled streets and massive fortifications that still stand. Under Ottoman and Italian rule from the 16th to 20th centuries, the city absorbed mosques, baths and fascist-era architecture. Today its cultural identity is a layered mix: beach tourism, Byzantine churches, crusader castles and a lively cafe scene around Socratous Street. The city remains the island's commercial and transport centre, with a bustling ferry port linking to Turkey and other Dodecanese islands.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm sunny days (25–30°C), less intense heat than high summer, and thinner crowds. Sea temperatures are pleasant for swimming from June.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak, driven by European school holidays and the Meltemi wind making sailing popular. Hotel prices double or triple from shoulder rates; demand is especially high around the full moon and any local festivals. The Knights' medieval festival in late August also draws visitors.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best budget shoulder months: lower room rates, still 20–25°C, far fewer tourists. You'll get discounts of 30–50% on peak prices and can explore the Acropolis of Rhodes without queues.
Weather & packing
Rodos is famously windy in summer thanks to the Meltemi, which can whip up dust and sand. Pack a light windbreaker or scarf even for July and always bring sturdy sandals or walking shoes for the Old Town's uneven cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Old Town's new pedestrianisation scheme, trialled in 2025, will be fully in effect from June 2026, restricting cars between Ippoton and Plateia Kyprou from 10am–10pm.
- A direct ferry from Piraeus to Rhodes has been cancelled; visitors must now go via Crete or Kos — check schedules closely for July.
- The city's beachfront promenade along Elli Beach got a revamp in late 2025, with new sunbed concessions and a cycle lane.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mike's Hostel, 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 inner courtyard if available. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise from Menekleous without relying on a possibly slow lift. Courtyard-side rooms are typically quieter at a 3-star hostel in Rodos old town.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) or facing Menekleous directly. Ground floor picks up pedestrian and scooter noise from the narrow street. Rooms directly above the entrance may also get lobby chatter and door slamming.
Best views
Limited. Upper floors facing Menekleous offer a glimpse of old town rooftops and maybe a sliver of sea. Inner courtyard views are more private but just walls or a small garden. No sea panorama likely from a 3-star in this street.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors (if the building has 3–4 floors) offer the best balance—clear of street-level bustle and lift motor whine, but still accessible by stairs if the lift is small or breaks.
🔊 Noise notes
Menekleous is a narrow old-town pedestrian or one-way street—expect early morning delivery scooters, bar crawlers until late (Rodos old town has heavy nightlife), and church bells from nearby. No major road rumble, but human-scale noise.
Insider tips
1) Arrive by taxi or drop bags first: 28 Menekleous is hard to find by car in the maze of old town—the hostel may have a nearby car park deal, ask at booking. 2) Request a top-floor room for a breeze and less foot traffic overhead, but confirm the lift works—stairs are steep and narrow in historic buildings.
- 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 — Mike's Hostel
Free Wi-Fi in common areas and dorms; moderate speed (~10 Mbps) sufficient for browsing but not streaming
No lift – dorm and private rooms on first and second floors accessible only by stairs; no ground-floor rooms
No print newspapers; one shared tablet in the lobby for digital news (limited)
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 for 15€ (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage in a locked room behind reception during office hours
No step-free access; front door has one step and narrow doorways; wheelchair users should avoid this hotel
No on-site parking; nearest public lot is Parkplatz Platia Dorieos (5-minute walk), 8€ per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50€ per person per night for 3-star stays
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required via the booking platform; a 50€ credit card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Αγ. Νικόλαος & Αγ. Βερναρδίνος (120 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Χαμζά Μπέη Τζαμί (141 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Παρασκευή (154 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Ανάργυροι (160 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Πάρκο Α. Παπανδρέου — 398 m · ~5 min walk
Κέντρο Σύγχρονης Τέχνης- Παλιό Συσσίτιο — 231 m · ~3 min walk
Θέατρο Μεσαιωνικής Πόλης — 170 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 326 m · ~4 min walk
ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 621 m · ~8 min walk
Bazaar — 426 m · ~5 min walk
Σταθμός λεωφορείων Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ. — 757 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Travellers change money at banks or exchange bureaux in Rodos town; avoid airport and tourist-heavy bureaux for poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile pay common; carry cash for small tavernas and markets.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service; taxis: round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters, €1-2 per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic Greek coffee (ellinikos) or frappé from a kafeneio or takeaway spot costs around €2-3.
A gyros pita (pork or chicken) from a souvlaki shop costs about €3-4; often filling and fast.
A main course like moussaka or grilled fish in a local taverna runs roughly €10-15.
Souvlaki and gyros stands around Mandraki harbour and the old town market; also cheese pies from bakeries.
Supermarket chains like AB Vassilopoulos, Lidl, and Sklavenitis are common in the area.
High-street shops along Alexiou Diakou and Orfanidou streets plus the central market for affordable basics and souvenirs.
Local bus from Rodos town to nearby villages costs €1-2 per ride; from the airport, the public bus (line 23) costs about €2.50 into town.
Eat lunch at taverna set menus (€8-12 with drink); buy water and snacks at supermarkets not kiosks; use the local bus instead of taxis for beach trips.
Good to know — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Mike's Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 326 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 621 m · ~8 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 Mike's Hostel?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, facing the inner courtyard if available. These floors are high enough to reduce street noise from Menekleous without relying on a possibly slow lift. Courtyard-side rooms are typically quieter at a 3-star hostel in Rodos old town.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mike's Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) or facing Menekleous directly. Ground floor picks up pedestrian and scooter noise from the narrow street. Rooms directly above the entrance may also get lobby chatter and door slamming.
Is Mike's Hostel noisy?
Menekleous is a narrow old-town pedestrian or one-way street—expect early morning delivery scooters, bar crawlers until late (Rodos old town has heavy nightlife), and church bells from nearby. No major road rumble, but human-scale noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Mike's Hostel?
Limited. Upper floors facing Menekleous offer a glimpse of old town rooftops and maybe a sliver of sea. Inner courtyard views are more private but just walls or a small garden. No sea panorama likely from a 3-star in this street.
What are insider tips for staying at Mike's Hostel?
1) Arrive by taxi or drop bags first: 28 Menekleous is hard to find by car in the maze of old town—the hostel may have a nearby car park deal, ask at booking. 2) Request a top-floor room for a breeze and less foot traffic overhead, but confirm the lift works—stairs are steep and narrow in historic buildings.
What time is check-in at Mike's Hostel?
Check-in at Mike's Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mike's Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in common areas and dorms; moderate speed (~10 Mbps) sufficient for browsing but not streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mike's Hostel?
0.50€ per person per night for 3-star stays
Where can I eat cheaply near Mike's Hostel?
A gyros pita (pork or chicken) from a souvlaki shop costs about €3-4; often filling and fast.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mike's Hostel?
Local bus from Rodos town to nearby villages costs €1-2 per ride; from the airport, the public bus (line 23) costs about €2.50 into town.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September offer warm sunny days (25–30°C), less intense heat than high summer, and thinner crowds. Sea temperatures are pleasant for swimming from June.
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).