🇬🇷 Rodos, Greece
Rodos Maris
📍 Rodos
Your stay — Rodos Maris
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Rodos.
The Property — Rodos Maris
Rodos Maris is a sprawling beachfront resort on the east coast, designed for families and couples who want full-board convenience without leaving the grounds. The lobby opens onto a vast marble floor lined with reception desks and a bar, with the Aegean visible through floor-to-ceiling windows. Its USP is the private pebble beach and multiple pools, including one with a swim-up bar. This hotel suits guests who prioritise on-site facilities over local exploration.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC as a planned city on a grid system, later becoming a major Hellenistic maritime power. The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built by the Knights Hospitaller from 1309, with its Palace of the Grand Master and cobblestone streets. The city evolved under Ottoman and Italian rule, the latter leaving neoclassical architecture from the 1920s. Today, it’s a bustling tourist hub where ancient ruins, Byzantine churches, and modern bars coexist.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
September and October offer warm sea temperatures (24-26°C) and fewer crowds than midsummer. May and June are excellent for clear skies and blooming landscapes.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest months, driven by school holidays and the meltemi wind. Hotel prices double from shoulder season. The Medieval Festival in September attracts history buffs and extends high-season pricing into early autumn.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are ideal budget-friendly months, with average temperatures of 22-26°C and significant rate drops. April offers cooler weather (18-20°C) but lower prices and uncrowded beaches.
Weather & packing
Rodos is sun-baked from May to October, but the meltemi wind can suddenly gust strongly, especially in July and August. Pack a windproof jacket or light fleece for evenings by the sea, and always carry reef-safe sunscreen and a hat for midday exposure.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The city’s new coastal promenade linking Elli Beach to the marina will be fully paved by June 2026, improving walking routes for visitors.
- A new direct flight from London Gatwick to Rhodes Airport launched in May 2026, reducing travel time for UK tourists.
- Seasonal note: the annual Rhodes International Festival of Ancient Drama runs from June 20 to July 10, with performances at the Medieval Moat theatre.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rodos Maris, 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 sea (south side), away from Leoforos Iraklidon. These higher floors have quieter air-conditioning units and better views of Ixia Bay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lifts on any floor – the two lifts serve all four floors and wings, so there's constant foot traffic. Also avoid ground-floor rooms facing the parking lot (north side); they get car noise and less privacy.
Best views
Sea-facing rooms on the south side of floors 3 or 4 offer uninterrupted views of Ixia Bay and the Aegean. Some corner rooms may also glimpse the old town to the east.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest, being above street-level noise from Leoforos Iraklidon and away from the lobby and bar areas on the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Leoforos Iraklidon is a main coastal road with steady traffic until late evening. The hotel has a bar with live music some nights – rooms directly above or adjacent to the bar on the ground floor will hear it until midnight. Lifts generate low hum on the 2nd floor.
Insider tips
1. Parking is free but first-come, first-served for only 40 cars; arrive before 3pm in summer to get a spot, or use the public car park at Ixia Beach for €5/day. 2. The 'RodosMaris-Guest' Wi-Fi is fast and login-free – connect immediately upon arrival in the lobby.
- 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 — Rodos Maris
Free for all guests, up to 50 Mbps down; no login required, just select network 'RodosMaris-Guest'
Two lifts serve all four floors and all wings; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader accessible on room tablets; no physical papers
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop free from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 14:00 €80 (subject to availability)
Free for early arrivals and late departures at reception
Level entry from porte-cochère; lifts to all floors; one accessible room with roll-in shower; narrow doorways in original 1960s lobby section
On-site free parking for 40 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Ixia Beach (€5/day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 14 days before arrival; a €50 incidental hold per night at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Children’s mini club — 730 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 217 m · ~3 min walk
Pharmacy Alexandros Nikolaidis — 249 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in restaurants, shops, and hotels; contactless is common.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants (check if service charge included); not expected in taxis but round up; hotel staff appreciate a few euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or iced cappuccino from a bakery or casual cafe — around €3-4.
Gyros or souvlaki from a takeaway shop — about €4-6.
A grilled meat or fish main in a taverna — roughly €8-12.
The old town's backstreets have several souvlaki and gyros spots; coastal promenades offer budget eateries.
Supermarkets like AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common.
High-street chains are in the new town centre; the old town has markets with tourist-oriented items.
Local bus from the airport to Rodos town is about €2.30; a day pass for city buses is around €5.
Eat away from main tourist squares; buy water and snacks from supermarkets; walk or use 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 Rodos Maris
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 217 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacy Alexandros Nikolaidis — 249 m · ~3 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 Rodos Maris?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the sea (south side), away from Leoforos Iraklidon. These higher floors have quieter air-conditioning units and better views of Ixia Bay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rodos Maris?
Avoid rooms near the lifts on any floor – the two lifts serve all four floors and wings, so there's constant foot traffic. Also avoid ground-floor rooms facing the parking lot (north side); they get car noise and less privacy.
Is Rodos Maris noisy?
Leoforos Iraklidon is a main coastal road with steady traffic until late evening. The hotel has a bar with live music some nights – rooms directly above or adjacent to the bar on the ground floor will hear it until midnight. Lifts generate low hum on the 2nd floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Rodos Maris?
Sea-facing rooms on the south side of floors 3 or 4 offer uninterrupted views of Ixia Bay and the Aegean. Some corner rooms may also glimpse the old town to the east.
What are insider tips for staying at Rodos Maris?
1. Parking is free but first-come, first-served for only 40 cars; arrive before 3pm in summer to get a spot, or use the public car park at Ixia Beach for €5/day. 2. The 'RodosMaris-Guest' Wi-Fi is fast and login-free – connect immediately upon arrival in the lobby.
What time is check-in at Rodos Maris?
Check-in at Rodos Maris is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rodos Maris have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, up to 50 Mbps down; no login required, just select network 'RodosMaris-Guest'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rodos Maris?
€3.00 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Rodos Maris?
Gyros or souvlaki from a takeaway shop — about €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rodos Maris?
Local bus from the airport to Rodos town is about €2.30; a day pass for city buses is around €5.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
September and October offer warm sea temperatures (24-26°C) and fewer crowds than midsummer. May and June are excellent for clear skies and blooming landscapes.
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).