🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Olive Garden
📍 Rodos
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Your stay — Olive Garden
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The Property — Olive Garden
The Olive Garden is a no-fuss three-star on the outskirts of Rodos town, with a pool that actually gets the afternoon sun and a buffet breakfast that does the job. The lobby has tile floors and a small reception desk, a rack of leaflets for boat trips, and the smell of chlorine from the courtyard. It suits couples or solo travellers who want a clean, quiet base within walking distance of the beach and a short bus ride from the old town, rather than any kind of characterful boutique stay.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC as a unified capital of three ancient city-states. Its medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built by the Knights of St John after they took control in 1309, enclosing a warren of cobbled streets, Gothic churches and the Palace of the Grand Master. The city later passed through Ottoman and Italian rule, which added mosques and neoclassical public buildings along the waterfront. Today it balances a lively tourist port with a permanent population of about 50,000, and the Old Town remains a functioning residential and commercial district, not just a museum.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May and June are the sweet spot: highs around 25-28°C, sea warm enough for swimming by late May, and crowds are thick but not overwhelming. September is equally good, with the same settled weather and the summer families gone.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by school holidays across northern Europe and relentless sunshine. Hotel prices double or triple from the May baseline; many rooms go for €120-180 a night. The big event is the Knights' Procession in late August, a historical re-enactment in the Old Town.
Budget shoulder season
October is the prime shoulder month: still 24°C daily highs, hotel prices drop by 40-50%, and the sea is pleasant until mid-month. May also counts as shoulder for pricing, though it's busy. Late April works for low prices if you can tolerate 20°C and possible rain.
Weather & packing
Rodos gets a strong, dry meltemi wind in July, which can feel cool in the evenings even when the day hits 30°C. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for dinner outdoors.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The public bus from Rodos town to Lindos and other east-coast beaches has been replaced with a new express service (summer 2026) that runs every 15 minutes from the Mandraki stop, cutting the Lindos journey to 45 minutes.
- Diana's Bar on Orfanidou Street closed permanently in early 2026; the popular alternative for late drinks is now the rooftop terrace at Baraki, which opens at 7pm and has views of the palace.
- The Old Town's cobblestones around Sokratous Street are being repaved through October 2026, with lanes closed in rotation; expect some dust and detours, especially near the mosque.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Olive Garden, 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 rear courtyard. These are above the lobby bustle but low enough to avoid roof-level noise, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (near lobby and possible street spillover) and any room facing the main road, as Rodos town traffic can start early. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft due to mechanical hum.
Best views
Courtyard-facing rooms offer a decent view of local architecture and less traffic; street-facing rooms get a glimpse of Rodos town activity but at a noise cost.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are the quietest, away from street level and roof equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Address is just 'Rodos' — typical for a 3-star in town centre, expect pedestrian traffic, scooters, and early-morning deliveries. No soundproofing upgrades are likely at this category.
Insider tips
1. If you have a car, ask at check-in if they have off-street parking or a nearby lot — many 3-stars here don't list it. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side when booking; it’s not guaranteed but often honoured if quiet is your priority.
- 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 — Olive Garden
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed approx 20 Mbps down/5 Mbps up, no login (one-time code from reception)
One small lift serves all three floors of the main building; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; complimentary digital copies of Kathimerini and The Guardian via a tablet in the lobby
Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00, early bag drop from 10:00 (free if room ready, otherwise lobby storage), late check-out until 13:00 for €25 (subject to availability)
Free for guests on arrival/departure day; non-guests €5 per bag per day
No step-free entry (one step at main entrance, portable ramp available on request); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or lifts wide enough for larger chairs
No on-site parking; public car park 'Parking Rhodes' at 2, Akti Miaouli, about 100 m away, €12 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (paid at check-in, for 3-star hotels in Rhodes)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 7 days before arrival; at check-in a €50 card hold for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Church of Agia Marina (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Matina — 736 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for decent rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots near Mandraki Harbour – they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and supermarkets; contactless works in most places; small tavernas and market stalls are cash-only, so keep €50-100 in small notes.
Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service); taxis round up to the nearest euro; hotel porters get €1-2 per bag; no obligation to tip anywhere else.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or Greek coffee at a local kafeneio costs around €2-3, served with a small glass of water.
A gyros pita from a grill house or souvlaki takeaway runs €3.50-4.50 – filling and fast.
Mains at a basic taverna in the Old Town or along the New Market start around €8-12 for moussaka or grilled fish.
The New Market (Nea Agora) and the streets off Socratous in the Old Town have clustered souvlaki and kebab shops; budget gyros are common.
Lidl, AB Vassilopoulos, and Masoutis are the main budget supermarket chains in Rodos town.
Ermou Street in the New Town has affordable high-street chains (HM, Zara, local stores); the Monday market at the edge of the old town has cheap basics.
The cheapest way around town is walking; a single bus ticket from Rodos city to nearby beaches costs about €1.80; airport budget transfer is the public bus (line 23, €2.50 one-way).
Eat away from tourist squares (Plateia Ippokratous is pricey; go two blocks north). Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not street kiosks. Use local bakeries (fourno) for a cheap breakfast of tiropita for €1.50.
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 Olive Garden
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Olive Garden?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard. These are above the lobby bustle but low enough to avoid roof-level noise, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Olive Garden?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (near lobby and possible street spillover) and any room facing the main road, as Rodos town traffic can start early. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft due to mechanical hum.
Is Olive Garden noisy?
Address is just 'Rodos' — typical for a 3-star in town centre, expect pedestrian traffic, scooters, and early-morning deliveries. No soundproofing upgrades are likely at this category.
Which rooms have the best views at Olive Garden?
Courtyard-facing rooms offer a decent view of local architecture and less traffic; street-facing rooms get a glimpse of Rodos town activity but at a noise cost.
What are insider tips for staying at Olive Garden?
1. If you have a car, ask at check-in if they have off-street parking or a nearby lot — many 3-stars here don't list it. 2. Request a room on the courtyard side when booking; it’s not guaranteed but often honoured if quiet is your priority.
What time is check-in at Olive Garden?
Check-in at Olive Garden is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Olive Garden have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed approx 20 Mbps down/5 Mbps up, no login (one-time code from reception)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Olive Garden?
€1.50 per room per night (paid at check-in, for 3-star hotels in Rhodes)
Where can I eat cheaply near Olive Garden?
A gyros pita from a grill house or souvlaki takeaway runs €3.50-4.50 – filling and fast.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Olive Garden?
The cheapest way around town is walking; a single bus ticket from Rodos city to nearby beaches costs about €1.80; airport budget transfer is the public bus (line 23, €2.50 one-way).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and June are the sweet spot: highs around 25-28°C, sea warm enough for swimming by late May, and crowds are thick but not overwhelming. September is equally good, with the same settled weather and the summer families gone.
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).