Your stay — Riviera
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The Property — Riviera
The Riviera is a straightforward, sea-facing three-star that feels like a well-run municipal hotel from the 1970s—all crisp white paint, terrazzo floors and a small bar off the lobby. Its main asset is the uninterrupted view of the Aegean from the upper rooms, but don’t expect boutique touches; this is a practical base for beachgoers and ferry passengers who value location over frills. The lobby smells faintly of chlorine and suncream, and the desk staff vary from efficient to indifferent depending on shift.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the Dorian Greeks, who built a grid-planned city on the northern tip of the island. Under the Knights of St John in the 14th century it became a walled fortress town, whose medieval Old Town is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ottoman mosques and minarets punctuate the skyline, then Italian rationalist buildings from the 1920s line the waterfront. Today, the city juggles a busy cruise-ship port, a student population and steady tourism, giving it a noisy, stratified character rather than a single postcard identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May and September offer 24–28°C, low humidity, empty beaches and reliable ferry schedules—pleasant for both culture and swimming. June can work but crowds begin to build.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: temperatures regularly hit 35°C, hotel prices double and the Old Town is shoulder-to-shoulder. The main driver is European school holidays, plus the Yachting Festival in late August.
Budget shoulder season
Mid-September to early October sees 30–50% price drops on rooms, still-warm 26°C sea temperatures and much quieter streets—the best budget window.
Weather & packing
The meltemi wind can kick up suddenly in July, blowing sand and knocking over deckchairs on eastern beaches. Pack a long-sleeved cotton shirt for evenings and a windproof light jacket regardless of the forecast.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Kos Marine and the Dodecanese inter-island ferries have revised their 2026 schedules; check departure times 48 hours ahead for the trip to Symi or Lindos—some early sailings were cut in 2025.
- The Old Town’s main pedestrian entrance, Eleftherias Gate, is undergoing stone restoration until late 2026; access to the Archaeological Museum may require a short detour via the Marine Gate.
- A new ‘Rodos City Beach Pass’ (€12) launched in spring 2026 covers entry to the three municipal beaches with sunbeds and shower access until 5 pm; buy at the tourist kiosk near Elli Beach.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Riviera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a high floor (4th or 5th) facing away from the main street. These rooms get less foot traffic noise and have a better chance of seeing the sea or town skyline.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor or first-floor rooms facing the street. They pick up traffic noise from the road outside the address, and the pavement is busy with pedestrians and scooters.
Best views
Upper floors on the front side give partial sea views and a broad perspective over Rodos town. The rear side likely faces a courtyard or neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest, furthest from the lobby and restaurant noise below.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road in Rodos, so morning and evening traffic is constant. Motorcycles and delivery vans are the main culprits. The restaurant/bar area on the ground floor can generate chatter and music until late.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in if they have on-street parking permits or a nearby lot – meters run till late in summer. 2. The breakfast service can get busy after 9am; go at 8-8:30 for a quieter start and fresher pastries.
- 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 — Riviera
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download, no login except accepting T&Cs
One lift serves 3 of 4 floors; top-floor rooms accessed via stairs only
No printed newspapers; free digital access to Kathimerini, English edition, via QR card at reception
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop free if room ready by 14:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs €30, subject to availability
Free luggage storage in locked room opposite reception; open until 22:00 daily
Step-free access at main entrance (ramp); lift reaches 2nd floor but not rooftop terrace; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms
No on-site parking; free public on-street parking along 28th October Street; nearest paid car park at Ixia Beach, €8/night; no EV chargers
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, collected 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: 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
Use ATMs in Rodos town centre; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted, but some small tavernas and market stalls are cash-only; contactless is common.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up at tavernas (5-10% for good service), spare change for taxis, and a few euros for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or frappe from a kafeneio; about €2.50.
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop; around €4.
A main moussaka or pasta dish at a local taverna; around €10-12.
Along the old town's back streets and near Mandraki harbour, souvlaki and koulouri stalls are your cheap eats.
Lidl and AB Vasilopoulos are common supermarkets for budget groceries.
Local markets in the old town and high street shops in the new town; avoid designer labels.
Local buses from the central station cost about €1.40 per ride; a 10-ride ticket is cheapest at €11. From the airport, bus line R1 runs to Rodos town for €2.50.
Eat at tavernas away from touristy squares; buy water and snacks from supermarkets; use bus day tickets if hopping between beaches.
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 Riviera
🕒 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Riviera?
Request a room on a high floor (4th or 5th) facing away from the main street. These rooms get less foot traffic noise and have a better chance of seeing the sea or town skyline.
Which rooms should I avoid at Riviera?
Avoid ground-floor or first-floor rooms facing the street. They pick up traffic noise from the road outside the address, and the pavement is busy with pedestrians and scooters.
Is Riviera noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road in Rodos, so morning and evening traffic is constant. Motorcycles and delivery vans are the main culprits. The restaurant/bar area on the ground floor can generate chatter and music until late.
Which rooms have the best views at Riviera?
Upper floors on the front side give partial sea views and a broad perspective over Rodos town. The rear side likely faces a courtyard or neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Riviera?
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in if they have on-street parking permits or a nearby lot – meters run till late in summer. 2. The breakfast service can get busy after 9am; go at 8-8:30 for a quieter start and fresher pastries.
What time is check-in at Riviera?
Check-in at Riviera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Riviera have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download, no login except accepting T&Cs
Is there a city or tourist tax at Riviera?
€1.50 per room per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Riviera?
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop; around €4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Riviera?
Local buses from the central station cost about €1.40 per ride; a 10-ride ticket is cheapest at €11. From the airport, bus line R1 runs to Rodos town for €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and September offer 24–28°C, low humidity, empty beaches and reliable ferry schedules—pleasant for both culture and swimming. June can work but crowds begin to build.
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).