Your stay — Nautilus City Studios
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The Property — Nautilus City Studios
Nautilus City Studios is a no-fuss, self-catering base in Rodos town with a functional seaside aesthetic: white walls, blue shutters, and compact studios that prioritise location over frills. Standing in the lobby, you sense a clean, quiet efficiency—more like a well-run apartment block than a typical hotel. It suits independent travellers, couples, or soloists who want a short walk to Elli Beach and the Old Town without paying for a pool or restaurant they won't use.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos town was founded in 408 BC by citizens of three ancient city-states, who commissioned the architect Hippodamus to lay out a grid plan. It became a major Hellenistic port, home to the Colossus of Rhodes (one of the Seven Wonders). After Roman and Byzantine rule, the Knights Hospitaller fortified the city in the 14th century, building the dramatic Palace of the Grand Master and thick walls that still define the Old Town. Today, the city blends medieval stone ramparts with a modern commercial centre lived in by a multicultural population of around 50,000.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September – temperatures in the high 20s°C, sea warm enough to swim, and crowds are thin enough to walk the Old Town walls without queuing.
Peak / festival surge
July and August – temperatures hit 30-35°C, beaches and Old Town streets are packed with package tourists, and hotel prices jump 40-60% above spring rates. The Sound of the South and other beach festivals dominate.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early October – highs around 22-25°C, hotels often 30% cheaper than July, and you get quieter archaeological sites plus decent swimming at protected coves.
Weather & packing
July days are scorching and dry, but the meltemi wind can whip up sudden cool gusts along the coast. Pack light linen or cotton layers, a sun hat, and a windproof jacket for evening ferry trips or beach strolls.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- City bus routes from Rodos town to Lindos and Faliraki have increased frequency for summer 2026 with new digital ticket machines at main terminals.
- The Old Town's cobbled Street of the Knights is currently undergoing partial repaving until late August – expect minor diversions around the Palace entrance.
- Greek authorities have introduced a small climate resilience fee for short-stay visitors from April 2026: €1.50 per night for this hotel category, payable at check-in.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nautilus City Studios, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3, facing away from the street (likely the back of the building). These floors are above street-level bustle but low enough to avoid roof-level noise. If the lift stops at floor 3, the top floor might have less foot traffic from above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street) as they pick up pavement noise from Rodos town's narrow roads and passing mopeds. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft – older 3-star hotels often have audible lift mechanisms on floors 1 and 2.
Best views
Rodos town view – likely a mix of neighbouring hotel rooftops and glimpses of the old town walls or sea depending on orientation. No data on sea view, so expect city/street view. Corner rooms might offer two outlooks.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are typically quietest, assuming the building has no rooftop bar or machinery. Floor 1 can be quieter than ground but still gets stairwell echo.
🔊 Noise notes
Street-facing rooms will hear mopeds (very common in Rodos) and taverna pickup/delivery trucks. The lift landing on each floor is audible – if you're a light sleeper, request a room away from the lift. No mention of a bar, but some 3-star hotels in Rodos have a small lobby bar open until midnight – rooms above could hear low chatter.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception about free street parking after 8pm – many Rodos hotels have no private lot but local rules allow parking on the street overnight. 2. Request a top-floor room at check-in for better airflow – many studios lack AC in the older sections, and a higher room catches the sea breeze off the Aegean.
- 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 — Nautilus City Studios
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 20 Mbps, enough for browsing and streaming one device); no paid upgrade. Login via room code and surname, single device per room.
Yes, one elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary press; no physical newspapers. The building is a converted 1970s apartment block with original terrazzo floors in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop possible from 10:00 free. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 (subject to availability; request by 21:00 on arrival day).
Free in a locked room behind reception; available 08:00 to 22:00.
No step-free main entrance (one step of 12 cm at the front door). Guest rooms are accessible only via the lift; bathrooms have raised thresholds (about 5 cm).
No on-site parking. Public car park at Mandraki Harbour (5-minute walk) costs €12 per 24 hours. No EV charging on site; nearest public charger is at the Marina (800m).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (paid in cash or card at check-in for stays up to 5 nights, then waived).
Deposit & card hold: Full amount charged 14 days before arrival (non-refundable); a €50 incidental hold on your credit card is taken at check-in and released at check-out.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Νικόλαος (206 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Νεκτάριος (264 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Γεώργιος άνω (579 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Γεώργιος (603 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Τάφρος Μεσαιωνικής Πόλης — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Jewish Museum of Rhodes — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Θέατρο Μελίνα Μερκούρη — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 406 m · ~5 min walk
Φαρμακείο — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
To Pontiako Russian Mini Market — 606 m · ~8 min walk
Ρόδος — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Travellers withdraw euros from ATMs in Rhodes Town; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-area kiosks that give poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; cash still needed for small tavernas, market stalls, and bus fares.
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 →Greek frappe (iced instant coffee) or Freddo cappuccino at a local kafeneio: around €2.50-3.50.
Gyros pita (pork or chicken) from a takeaway spot: about €3.50-4.50.
Moussaka or souvlaki plate at a family-run taverna: main course around €8-12.
Old Town's narrow lanes and the Mandraki harbour area have numerous souvlaki and gyros shops for cheap eats.
Supermarket chains: Lidl, AB Vassilopoulos, and local mini-markets called 'psilika'.
Affordable shopping along Orfanidou Street and Sofokleous Street in Rhodes Town for high-street brands and local boutiques.
Local bus from airport to Rhodes Town centre: €2.30 (ticket from machine). City bus day pass: €5 for unlimited rides on urban lines.
Eat at tavernas away from tourist squares for lower prices and bigger portions. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not convenience stores. Use the local bus network instead of taxis for trips between villages.
Good to know — Rodos
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$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 Nautilus City Studios
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 406 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Φαρμακείο — 1.7 km · ~22 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 Nautilus City Studios?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3, facing away from the street (likely the back of the building). These floors are above street-level bustle but low enough to avoid roof-level noise. If the lift stops at floor 3, the top floor might have less foot traffic from above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nautilus City Studios?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street) as they pick up pavement noise from Rodos town's narrow roads and passing mopeds. Also skip rooms directly next to the lift shaft – older 3-star hotels often have audible lift mechanisms on floors 1 and 2.
Is Nautilus City Studios noisy?
Street-facing rooms will hear mopeds (very common in Rodos) and taverna pickup/delivery trucks. The lift landing on each floor is audible – if you're a light sleeper, request a room away from the lift. No mention of a bar, but some 3-star hotels in Rodos have a small lobby bar open until midnight – rooms above could hear low chatter.
Which rooms have the best views at Nautilus City Studios?
Rodos town view – likely a mix of neighbouring hotel rooftops and glimpses of the old town walls or sea depending on orientation. No data on sea view, so expect city/street view. Corner rooms might offer two outlooks.
What are insider tips for staying at Nautilus City Studios?
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception about free street parking after 8pm – many Rodos hotels have no private lot but local rules allow parking on the street overnight. 2. Request a top-floor room at check-in for better airflow – many studios lack AC in the older sections, and a higher room catches the sea breeze off the Aegean.
What time is check-in at Nautilus City Studios?
Check-in at Nautilus City Studios is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nautilus City Studios have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 20 Mbps, enough for browsing and streaming one device); no paid upgrade. Login via room code and surname, single device per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nautilus City Studios?
€1.50 per room per night (paid in cash or card at check-in for stays up to 5 nights, then waived).
Where can I eat cheaply near Nautilus City Studios?
Gyros pita (pork or chicken) from a takeaway spot: about €3.50-4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nautilus City Studios?
Local bus from airport to Rhodes Town centre: €2.30 (ticket from machine). City bus day pass: €5 for unlimited rides on urban lines.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September – temperatures in the high 20s°C, sea warm enough to swim, and crowds are thin enough to walk the Old Town walls without queuing.
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).