🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Miva Sea View
📍 Ασκληπίου, Rodos
Your stay — Miva Sea View
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The Property — Miva Sea View
Miva Sea View is a straightforward three-star on the Aegean coast with a small pool and a terrace overlooking the sea. Its lobby is bright and tiled, with a reception desk that doubles as a bar counter – no frills, but the staff are quick with a local tip. It suits couples or solo travellers who want a clean room and easy beach access without paying for resort extras.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and became a maritime powerhouse, home of the Colossus of Rhodes. The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO site, was built by the Knights of St John between the 14th and 16th centuries, and its cobbled streets are lined with palaces and inns. Turkish rule in the 16th century added mosques and baths, and Italian occupation in the early 1900s restored the fortifications and built the grand administrative buildings along the waterfront. Today it’s a lively port city where Byzantine churches sit alongside tourist bars and markets, a blend of history and modern Mediterranean life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September – warm, dry days (25–30°C) with lower humidity, clear seas for swimming, and thinner crowds than July/August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season; temperatures hit 30–35°C, and the island fills with European package tourists, especially British and German. Hotel prices double from shoulder months, and local festivals include the Rhodes International Festival (music/dance events in July).
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early May and October offer 20–25°C days, discounted hotel rates (often 30–50% lower than August), and fewer tourists, but some beach bars and ferries run reduced services.
Weather & packing
Rodos stays sunny in summer but catches sudden meltemi winds that whip sand across beaches. Pack a light windbreaker or long-sleeved shirt for evening breezes and a strong SPF 50+ sun cream – you will burn without it.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Old Town’s main gate (Liberty Gate) is partially closed for restoration until late 2026, so use the Marine Gate or Acandia Gate to enter.
- Rhodes town’s public bus terminal (KTEL) near Mandraki harbour improved services in early 2026 with new electric buses on the west-coast route to Lindos.
- A new beach volleyball court opened at Elli Beach (10 minutes walk from Miva) in June 2026, with free public sessions every Sunday morning.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Miva Sea View, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the sea/street side for the best Aegean views. These avoid any potential ground-floor noise from the entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0 or 1) — they may face the street directly (Asklipiou is a local road) and could get foot traffic or scooter noise. Also avoid rooms at the back if any face a service alley or neighbouring building, as views will be poor.
Best views
Sea-view rooms facing east/north-east over Asklipiou street should catch the sea horizon beyond any low-rise buildings. The address suggests a hillside location in Asklipiou village, so upper floors likely see the coast clearly.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 to 4. The property has no lift (common in 3-star hotels on Rhodes), so these are upper floors but manageable for stairs. They’re removed from street level and potential lobby chatter.
🔊 Noise notes
Asklipiou is a residential road, not a main artery, so traffic is light but local mopeds/trucks may pass. Church bells in the village can ring at odd hours. No lift means corridor noise from stairs carries.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor when booking — no lift, so you’ll get a quieter stay and better views. 2) Check if parking is free on Asklipiou street or if there’s a designated lot; many 3-star properties here rely on street parking.
- 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 — Miva Sea View
Free basic WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout; premium tier (50 Mbps) available for €5 per day
No lift; all rooms on upper floors accessed only by stairs
No digital newsstand; no physical newspapers provided
Check-in from 15:00; bag drop allowed from 12:00; late checkout (until 14:00) for €20 if available
Free luggage storage at reception on check-out day
No step-free access; main entrance has 3 steps, no ramp; no accessible rooms or bathrooms
No on-site parking; free street parking nearby but limited; nearest public car park (Plateia Eleftherias) €8 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required at booking; €50 incidental hold taken on check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (621 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Αμώς (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Citibank — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Apotheke — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Beach supermarket — 216 m · ~3 min walk
Faliraki Harbour — 587 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs in Rodos town give the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange desks — they take a heavy commission.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most shops and restaurants; contactless common for small amounts. Some smaller tavernas and market stalls prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% at restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxi drivers don't expect a tip; hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A traditional Greek coffee (ellinikos) at a local kafeneio: around €2-3.
A gyros pita from a takeaway: about €3-4.
A simple main (moussaka, souvlaki) at a taverna: €8-12.
Gyros, souvlaki, and spanakopita from street-side holes-in-the-wall — especially along the main strip and near the Old Town market.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are the main budget supermarkets in this area.
High-street brands along Orfanidou and the shops near the Mandraki harbour; for cheaper finds, try the market stalls inside the Old Town.
Local bus (€1.80 single) or a day pass (€5) is the cheapest way around town. From the airport, take the public bus (€2.50) to town, not the taxi.
Eat where the locals eat — avoid the tourist-trap tavernas right on the waterfront. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not corner minimarkets. Use the free public water fountains in the Old Town.
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 Miva Sea View
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Citibank — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 1.7 km · ~21 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 Miva Sea View?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the sea/street side for the best Aegean views. These avoid any potential ground-floor noise from the entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Miva Sea View?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0 or 1) — they may face the street directly (Asklipiou is a local road) and could get foot traffic or scooter noise. Also avoid rooms at the back if any face a service alley or neighbouring building, as views will be poor.
Is Miva Sea View noisy?
Asklipiou is a residential road, not a main artery, so traffic is light but local mopeds/trucks may pass. Church bells in the village can ring at odd hours. No lift means corridor noise from stairs carries.
Which rooms have the best views at Miva Sea View?
Sea-view rooms facing east/north-east over Asklipiou street should catch the sea horizon beyond any low-rise buildings. The address suggests a hillside location in Asklipiou village, so upper floors likely see the coast clearly.
What are insider tips for staying at Miva Sea View?
1) Ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor when booking — no lift, so you’ll get a quieter stay and better views. 2) Check if parking is free on Asklipiou street or if there’s a designated lot; many 3-star properties here rely on street parking.
What time is check-in at Miva Sea View?
Check-in at Miva Sea View is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Miva Sea View have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (up to 10 Mbps) throughout; premium tier (50 Mbps) available for €5 per day
Is there a city or tourist tax at Miva Sea View?
€1.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Miva Sea View?
A gyros pita from a takeaway: about €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Miva Sea View?
Local bus (€1.80 single) or a day pass (€5) is the cheapest way around town. From the airport, take the public bus (€2.50) to town, not the taxi.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September – warm, dry days (25–30°C) with lower humidity, clear seas for swimming, and thinner crowds 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).