🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Orion
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Your stay — Orion
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The Property — Orion
The Orion Hotel sits in central Rodos town with a no-frills, clean three-star feel. The lobby is bright but small, with a reception desk that doubles as a tour-booking point. A small pool and sun terrace help you beat the July heat. It’s a solid, honest base for budget travellers and city-breakers who plan to spend most of their time out exploring.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned, grid-laid port. It rose to prominence as a maritime power, later fortified by the Knights of St John in the 14th century—whose medieval walls now enclose the Old Town. The city’s architecture is a layered mix of Byzantine, Ottoman and Italianate styles from the early 20th century. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and a year-round ferry and tourism hub, balancing its medieval past with a lively café-and-cocktail scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September offer reliably warm, sunny weather without the July–August peak heat. Crowds are manageable then, and prices for flights and rooms are lower than midsummer.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by school holidays and northern European tourists. Hotel prices in Rodos town jump by 30–50% above shoulder-season rates. The main event is the Medieval Rose Festival in August, with medieval re-enactments and concerts in the Old Town.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early June, plus September and early October, give you good weather, fewer tourists and hotel discounts of 20–40% compared to July.
Weather & packing
Rodos gets the meltemi wind in July—strong northerly gusts that can kick up dust. Pack a light windbreaker and always carry a reusable water bottle; tap water is drinkable, but you’ll refill often in the dry heat.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The new Rodos marina near the commercial port opened in 2025, adding extra restaurants and a promenade walk that’s popular with visitors.
- Bus route changes in Rodos town: the old municipal bus terminal has moved to the new East Gate station, just outside the Old Town walls. Check timetables at the stop or online.
- Several Old Town bars on Sokratous Street now close by midnight due to new noise regulations—plan evening drinking earlier if you want a livelier scene.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Orion, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors get more natural light and are quieter, as the lift rarely stops above the second floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the first floor – especially rooms directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft. Street-facing rooms on floors 1-2 will pick up traffic noise from Rodos town's busy streets, and the lobby can get lively in the mornings.
Best views
A top-floor (4th floor) room with a balcony looking over the rear courtyard gives a roof-and-palm-tree view, avoiding the main road. Front-facing rooms just see a busy street.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 – higher up, further from street and lobby racket.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos is a historic town with narrow, lively streets. Street-facing rooms hear mopeds, delivery vans, and late-night chatter from nearby bars. The single lift makes a clunking sound on floors 1-2.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, ask about street parking – the hotel has no dedicated car park, but staff can point you to a free lot 5 mins walk away. 2. Request a room at check-in: the 3rd or 4th floor, rear side, is your best bet for a decent night's sleep. 3. Breakfast is basic but adequate – get there before 8:30 to avoid a queue for coffee.
- 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 — Orion
Free wi-fi throughout; 5 Mbps average; login via room number and surname
One lift serves all 4 floors; ground-floor rooms have stair-free access
No daily newspapers; TV has 5 English news channels
Check-in 14:00-22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs €25
Free luggage room behind reception, open 08:00-22:00
Step-free entrance via side ramp; lift fits wheelchair; no grab bars in bathrooms
Free on-street parking in surrounding streets; no on-site lot. Nearest public car park at Akti Miaouli, €5/24h. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, national & municipal taxes included in rate
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Epsilon Shopping Center — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 189 m · ~2 min walk
Apotheke — 739 m · ~9 min walk
Sally's — 73 m · ~1 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots in Rhodes Town as they charge high fees and poor rates.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels, though small cafes, markets, and taxis often prefer cash; contactless payments are common.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants; for taxis, rounding up to the nearest euro is fine; hotel staff may receive a euro or two for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso or freddo at a local cafe: around €2-3.
A souvlaki wrap or gyros pita from a takeaway: €4-6.
A main course like moussaka or grilled fish at a modest taverna: €10-15.
The old town of Rhodes has many gyros and souvlaki shops along the main streets around Socrates Square; also, the Mandraki area has casual grilled meat places.
Supermarkets like Sklavenitis and AB Vassilopoulos are common; also, smaller local markets (mini markets) are everywhere.
Rhodes Town’s old town has markets with affordable souvenirs and casual clothing; the main shopping streets in the new town have chains like H&M and Zara.
The cheapest way around is by bus – a single trip in town costs about €1.20; from the airport, the budget option is the public bus (line A1 or A2) to Rhodes Town for approximately €2.50.
Eat away from the main tourist strips in Rhodes Old Town; buy water and snacks from supermarkets rather than tourist kiosks; visit the beach in the late afternoon when lounger prices drop.
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 Orion
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 189 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 739 m · ~9 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 Orion?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the rear courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors get more natural light and are quieter, as the lift rarely stops above the second floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Orion?
Avoid the first floor – especially rooms directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft. Street-facing rooms on floors 1-2 will pick up traffic noise from Rodos town's busy streets, and the lobby can get lively in the mornings.
Is Orion noisy?
Rodos is a historic town with narrow, lively streets. Street-facing rooms hear mopeds, delivery vans, and late-night chatter from nearby bars. The single lift makes a clunking sound on floors 1-2.
Which rooms have the best views at Orion?
A top-floor (4th floor) room with a balcony looking over the rear courtyard gives a roof-and-palm-tree view, avoiding the main road. Front-facing rooms just see a busy street.
What are insider tips for staying at Orion?
1. If arriving by car, ask about street parking – the hotel has no dedicated car park, but staff can point you to a free lot 5 mins walk away. 2. Request a room at check-in: the 3rd or 4th floor, rear side, is your best bet for a decent night's sleep. 3. Breakfast is basic but adequate – get there before 8:30 to avoid a queue for coffee.
What time is check-in at Orion?
Check-in at Orion is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Orion have Wi-Fi?
Free wi-fi throughout; 5 Mbps average; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Orion?
€1.50 per room per night, national & municipal taxes included in rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Orion?
A souvlaki wrap or gyros pita from a takeaway: €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Orion?
The cheapest way around is by bus – a single trip in town costs about €1.20; from the airport, the budget option is the public bus (line A1 or A2) to Rhodes Town for approximately €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September offer reliably warm, sunny weather without the July–August peak heat. Crowds are manageable then, and prices for flights and rooms are lower than midsummer.
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).