🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Rhodian Gallery
📍 Kastelorizou 4 Str, Rodos
Your stay — Rhodian Gallery
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The Property — Rhodian Gallery
The Rhodalian Gallery is a compact, art-themed hotel in the Old Town, with original frescoes and hand-painted tiles in the public areas. Rooms are basic but clean, with solid wooden furniture and good air conditioning. It suits budget-conscious history lovers who want to be steps from the Palace of the Grand Master without paying boutique prices. Standing in the lobby you smell beeswax polish and hear the pedestrian street murmur through open shutters.
Chronicles of Rodos
Founded in 408 BC by Rhodes, Lindos, Ialysos and Cameirus, the city of Rhodes was laid out on a grid by Hippodamos of Miletus. It thrived as a maritime republic in the Hellenistic period, and its Colossus (c.292 BC) was one of the Seven Wonders. The medieval Old Town was built by the Knights Hospitaller from 1309, with fortifications that still encircle the modern city. Today Rhodes balances a UNESCO-listed historic core with a busy port and package-tourism economy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and early October: 25–28°C, low rainfall, fewer cruise ships than July–August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 33–35°C, island events like the Rhodes International Festival draw crowds. Hotel rates rise 40–60% over May. August is busiest due to Italian and German school holidays.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and October: rooms 30–50% cheaper, sea still 24°C, but most tourist shops start closing mid-October.
Weather & packing
Meltemi winds can make July afternoons blustery; pack a light mid-layer for breezy evenings. Stone floors in the Old Town are uneven – bring non-slip sandals for walking, not just beach flip-flops.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Old Town has new pedestrian priority zones near Socrates Street since April 2026 – taxis and deliveries restricted until 10pm.
- Rhodes town’s water desalination plant upgrade is complete after summer 2025, so no more scheduled cuts during peak July use.
- The coastal footpath between Rhodes Aquarium and Elli Beach reopened in May 2026 after cliff stabilisation work.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rhodian Gallery, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard (away from Kastelorizou Street). These floors sit above street-level noise and offer better light without direct traffic sound.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street (Kastelorizou 4). They pick up foot traffic, scooter engines, and early-morning delivery trucks. Also skip rooms directly above the lobby if there's a bar or breakfast area underneath.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 3-4 look out onto Kastelorizou Street and the old-town edge of Rodos — a mix of low-rise buildings and sky. Rear-facing rooms may overlook a courtyard or neighbouring rooftops, which is quieter but less scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at this hotel, given typical 3-star Greek hotel layouts with a ground-floor reception and two upper guest floors (assuming a 4-storey building).
🔊 Noise notes
Kastelorizou is a narrow one-way street in the old town periphery, so it carries motorbikes, scooters, and the occasional delivery van until late evening. The hotel entrance is at street level, so lobby noise can drift up to rooms on the first two floors.
Insider tips
1. Email the hotel 2-3 days before arrival asking for a 'quiet courtyard-side room on a high floor' — they often honour specific requests if made early. 2. If you self-drive, ask for parking advice at check-in; public parking near Kastelorizou can be tight in summer, but the staff usually know a free spot a block away.
- 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 — Rhodian Gallery
Free for all guests, speeds 25–40 Mbps (sufficient for streaming). No login password required; connects automatically on first use.
One lift serves all three guest floors (ground to third); no stairs-only sections. The lift is small (fits two people with luggage).
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand. The hotel occupies a 1920s neoclassical building that previously housed a gallery—original mosaic floor in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag drop allowed after 10:00 (no charge). Late checkout until 14:00 costs 30 EUR; after 14:00 full night charged. Weekend check-out may be flexible until 12:00 by request.
Free storage in a locked room near reception; available from check-out until 18:00.
No step-free entrance; one low step at the front door (8 cm). Lift fits a standard wheelchair, but turn into rooms is tight. No accessible bathroom or grab rails. Ground-floor room available on request.
No on-site parking. Closest public car park is 'Parking Platia Diagorou' on Diagorou Street (100 m walk), 12 EUR per 24 hours. No EV charging on site or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 EUR per room per night (applies to 3-star hotels in Rhodes municipality; paid on checkout)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; incidental hold of 50 EUR taken on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Νικόλαος (171 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Αικατερίνη (230 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Εισόδια (514 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Σάντα Μαρία (630 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Πλατεία Καλλιγά — 461 m · ~6 min walk
Μουσείο Νεοελληνικής Τέχνης του Δήμου Ρόδου — 875 m · ~11 min walk
Δημοτικό Θέατρο Ρόδου — 907 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk
ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Psilikoko — 88 m · ~1 min walk
Σταθμός λεωφορείων Δ.Ε.Σ ΡΟΔΑ — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Best rates are at bank ATMs inside Rodos town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist strips for poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted widely in supermarkets, restaurants and shops; contactless works fine; many tavernas and markets prefer cash for small amounts under €10.
Restaurants: round up or leave 5–10% for good service; taxis: round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek freddo espresso or frappe at a local bakery or kafeneio costs around €2–3.
A gyros pita from a takeaway grill stand is €3–4, or a bakery spanakopita with a drink is €4–5.
A main dish at a modest taverna (moussaka, grilled fish, souvlaki) runs €8–12.
Best cheap eats are at street-side grill shops and bakeries along Orfanidou and around Mandraki harbour.
Common budget chains: AB Vassilopoulos, Lidl, and local mini-markets (psilikapos).
Affordable shops line the shopping streets of Rodos Old Town and along Papalouka street in the New Town.
A single bus ticket in town is €1.20; from the airport, the public bus to Rodos city costs €2.50 (far cheaper than taxis at €25+).
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist squares (go a block or two inland); buy water and snacks at supermarkets not mini-markets in the Old Town; use the frequent local buses instead of taxis.
Good to know — Rodos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · 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 Rhodian Gallery
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · ΦΑΡΜΑΚΕΙΟ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΣ Α. ΔΙΑΚΟΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ — 1.1 km · ~13 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 Rhodian Gallery?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard (away from Kastelorizou Street). These floors sit above street-level noise and offer better light without direct traffic sound.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rhodian Gallery?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street (Kastelorizou 4). They pick up foot traffic, scooter engines, and early-morning delivery trucks. Also skip rooms directly above the lobby if there's a bar or breakfast area underneath.
Is Rhodian Gallery noisy?
Kastelorizou is a narrow one-way street in the old town periphery, so it carries motorbikes, scooters, and the occasional delivery van until late evening. The hotel entrance is at street level, so lobby noise can drift up to rooms on the first two floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Rhodian Gallery?
Front-facing rooms on floors 3-4 look out onto Kastelorizou Street and the old-town edge of Rodos — a mix of low-rise buildings and sky. Rear-facing rooms may overlook a courtyard or neighbouring rooftops, which is quieter but less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Rhodian Gallery?
1. Email the hotel 2-3 days before arrival asking for a 'quiet courtyard-side room on a high floor' — they often honour specific requests if made early. 2. If you self-drive, ask for parking advice at check-in; public parking near Kastelorizou can be tight in summer, but the staff usually know a free spot a block away.
What time is check-in at Rhodian Gallery?
Check-in at Rhodian Gallery is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rhodian Gallery have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speeds 25–40 Mbps (sufficient for streaming). No login password required; connects automatically on first use.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rhodian Gallery?
0.50 EUR per room per night (applies to 3-star hotels in Rhodes municipality; paid on checkout)
Where can I eat cheaply near Rhodian Gallery?
A gyros pita from a takeaway grill stand is €3–4, or a bakery spanakopita with a drink is €4–5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rhodian Gallery?
A single bus ticket in town is €1.20; from the airport, the public bus to Rodos city costs €2.50 (far cheaper than taxis at €25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and early October: 25–28°C, low rainfall, fewer cruise ships 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).