Your stay — "Planet View" apts
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The Property — "Planet View" apts
Planet View apartments feel like a functional base camp rather than a destination in themselves. The lobby is bright but bare, with a small reception desk and a couple of plastic chairs; the main ambition is to get you out the door and onto the beach or into Rodos Town. It suits budget-conscious independent travellers who value a clean room and a pool over boutique charm, and who plan to spend most of their time exploring. The USP is the sea view from the higher floors and the short walk to Ixia Beach.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned city with a grid layout. It grew wealthy from maritime trade, famously erecting the Colossus of Rhodes around 280 BC. Rose under Byzantine and then Knights Hospitaller rule, who built the massive fortifications and Palace of the Grand Master that still dominate the old town. The Ottomans took over in 1522, adding mosques and baths, before Italy annexed the island in 1912, leaving a stretch of Fascist-era architecture along the waterfront. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site that blends Hellenistic, medieval and modern layers, with a tourism-driven economy and a strong sense of its own history.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May-June and September are ideal: skies are clear, temperatures hover around 27°C, the sea is warm enough for swimming, and the summer crowds haven't fully arrived or have thinned out.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak, driven by European school holidays and intense heat (often 35°C+). Hotel prices double or triple; the old town and beaches are packed. The main event is the August full moon, when the Palace opens for night visits.
Budget shoulder season
April-May and October-November offer the best deals: you can find rooms 40-60% cheaper than August, with temperatures in the low 20s and far fewer people. October still sees some swimming weather.
Weather & packing
Rhodes in July is hot and bone-dry, with strong meltemi winds that can pick up sand on west-facing beaches. Pack high-SPF sun cream, a windbreaker for evening walks, and avoid heavy cotton – lightweight linen or quick-dry fabrics work better.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- New direct bus route from Rodos Airport to Ixia Beach started in June 2026, reducing taxi costs for Planet View guests – runs every 30 minutes from 7am to midnight.
- The Grand Master's Palace in the old town has extended its opening hours until 8pm for summer 2026, but pre-booking is now mandatory for all visitors (no walk-ins).
- A major renovation of the coastal road along Ixia is scheduled through July 2026, causing occasional lane closures and some evening noise; check with the hotel about your room’s exposure.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to "Planet View" apts, 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 inland side (away from the main road). These floors put you above street-level noise without being too high for the lift to feel inconvenient.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; the 85105 address sits on a main road, so early morning traffic and scooter noise will disturb sleep. Also dodge rooms directly above the lobby or reception area (usually ground level) as foot traffic and door sounds carry up.
Best views
Inland-side rooms give you a quieter outlook over the local neighbourhood or courtyard, rather than the busy road. If you want a sea glimpse, you'd need a higher floor (4th or 5th), but that comes with more motor noise from the street below.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are your best bet for quiet — high enough to avoid street chatter but still within easy lift reach.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in Rodos town (postcode 85105). Expect early morning delivery trucks, daytime scooter traffic, and evening bar crowds if nearby. The lift can be noisy on upper floors when it passes shaft doors.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, inland side, when booking — staff tend to accommodate if you mention light sleep. 2. The lift is small and can be slow during checkout; if you're on floor 4 or 5, consider taking stairs for quicker exit.
- 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 — "Planet View" apts
free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps) for all guests; no premium tier; login via email and room number
small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
no physical newspapers; building has a small rooftop terrace with sea views but no heritage quirks
standard check-in 15:00–22:00; bag drop from 12:00 if room not ready; late check-out (until 14:00) €30 on request
free storage for day-of-arrival and day-of-departure luggage in a secure office
no step-free access to building entrance (two steps); no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift fits standard wheelchair
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Mandraki Parking (€12/night, 800m walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night environmental tax, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment via card at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (574 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke — 774 m · ~10 min walk
Sun — 296 m · ~4 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots, where fees and poor rates are common.
Cards are accepted in most restaurants, hotels, and larger shops; cash is still preferred at small tavernas, markets, and for taxis.
Round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% for good service is fine) and leave small change for taxis; hotel staff appreciate a few euros for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A frappe or Freddo espresso from a street-side kafenio costs around €3.
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot is the classic budget lunch, about €4-5.
A modest main course at a local taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish, runs €10-12.
Along the main streets and near the New Market in Rhodes Town you'll find cheap souvlaki and kebab places.
Supermarket chains Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common in the area.
Affordable clothing is found at markets in the Old Town or at H&M and Zara in the modern shopping streets.
A single bus ticket within Rhodes Town is about €1.20; from the airport, take public bus line 23 to town for €2.50, not a taxi.
Always carry a reusable water bottle and fill it at free public drinking fountains (refreshing and safe). Eat where locals queue for lunch – usually better value and quality. Buy sunscreen, snacks, and drinks at a supermarket rather than beach kiosks.
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 "Planet View" apts
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 512 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 774 m · ~10 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 "Planet View" apts?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inland side (away from the main road). These floors put you above street-level noise without being too high for the lift to feel inconvenient.
Which rooms should I avoid at "Planet View" apts?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; the 85105 address sits on a main road, so early morning traffic and scooter noise will disturb sleep. Also dodge rooms directly above the lobby or reception area (usually ground level) as foot traffic and door sounds carry up.
Is "Planet View" apts noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in Rodos town (postcode 85105). Expect early morning delivery trucks, daytime scooter traffic, and evening bar crowds if nearby. The lift can be noisy on upper floors when it passes shaft doors.
Which rooms have the best views at "Planet View" apts?
Inland-side rooms give you a quieter outlook over the local neighbourhood or courtyard, rather than the busy road. If you want a sea glimpse, you'd need a higher floor (4th or 5th), but that comes with more motor noise from the street below.
What are insider tips for staying at "Planet View" apts?
1. Ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, inland side, when booking — staff tend to accommodate if you mention light sleep. 2. The lift is small and can be slow during checkout; if you're on floor 4 or 5, consider taking stairs for quicker exit.
What time is check-in at "Planet View" apts?
Check-in at "Planet View" apts is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does "Planet View" apts have Wi-Fi?
free basic Wi-Fi (10 Mbps) for all guests; no premium tier; login via email and room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at "Planet View" apts?
€1.50 per room per night environmental tax, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near "Planet View" apts?
A gyros pita from a takeaway spot is the classic budget lunch, about €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from "Planet View" apts?
A single bus ticket within Rhodes Town is about €1.20; from the airport, take public bus line 23 to town for €2.50, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May-June and September are ideal: skies are clear, temperatures hover around 27°C, the sea is warm enough for swimming, and the summer crowds haven't fully arrived or have thinned out.
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).