Your stay — Romantza Mare Hotel
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The Property — Romantza Mare Hotel
The Romantza Mare Hotel is a straightforward 3-star property on the eastern coast of Rhodes, about 200 metres from the beach in the Ixia area. Its lobby feels functional and sun-bleached, with a small reception desk and a few couches leading out to a pool terrace. The USP is its quiet location away from Rhodes Town’s nightlife, paired with basic comforts like a swimming pool and sun loungers. It suits budget-conscious couples or older travellers who want a clean base for day trips and evening strolls along the coast, not a party scene.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes Town, the capital of the Dodecanese, was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greek cities of Ialyssos, Kamiros and Lindos. Its fortifications evolved under the Knights Hospitaller, who ruled from 1309 to 1522 and built the massive medieval walls and Grand Master’s Palace that still dominate the skyline. The Ottomans added minarets and baths, and the Italians under Mussolini reinforced and restored much of the old town in the 1930s. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a dual identity: a living medieval city of boutique shops and Byzantine churches, and a modern coastal town of lively restaurants and ferry terminals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
June and September offer reliably warm weather (28–30°C) with fewer tourists than July–August; sea temperatures are pleasant for swimming. Early October is also good for lower prices and still-warm days.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season in Rhodes. The city is packed with European package tourists, cruise ship passengers and sun-seekers. Hotel prices double, and advance booking is essential. The Medieval Festival in August draws crowds to the old town.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September provide the best budget shoulder months. Crowds are thinner, flights and accommodation are 30–50% cheaper than peak, and temperatures are mild (22–26°C) for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
Rhodes is sun-drenched in summer but can get sudden windy spells due to the meltemi, a north wind that drops temperatures sharply on the east coast. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for evening breezes and a hat and strong sunscreen for midday heat.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes Town’s main coastal road (Ethnikis Antistaseos) has been resurfaced and widened between the marina and Ixia, reducing congestion but with ongoing minor lane closures through July 2026.
- The new ‘Rodon Beach Bar’ opened in May 2026 on Ixia Beach, offering loungers and cheap drinks, but is already popular with tourists – get there before 10am for a spot.
- A direct ferry route to Symi island has started from Rhodes Town’s central harbour, running daily at 8am from July 1st, useful for day-trippers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Romantza Mare Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor sea-view room (floor 4 or higher); these get the best light and a proper view over the beachfront without street-level bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) facing the front – the main road runs along the front here, so you’ll hear traffic and morning deliveries.
Best views
The front-facing rooms on floors 4+ look directly over the beach and sea. Side rooms see a mix of pool and partial sea. Rear rooms face the adjoining streets and local buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are quietest: furthest from lobby/bar noise and street hum, especially if you choose a side or rear-facing unit.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel’s address on the main coastal road means traffic noise (especially scooters) from about 7am–11pm. The on-site bar plays music till late on weekends, audible in lower front rooms.
Insider tips
If you’re driving, arrive early to snag one of the free spots out front – the hotel has very limited parking. Also, ask at check-in if they can block a room away from the bar if you’re a light sleeper.
- 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 — Romantza Mare Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login required but accepts terms on first connect
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; lobby TV shows Greek news channels. The building is a 1970s concrete structure with a small sea-view terrace on the first floor
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 30 EUR, until 14:00 costs 50 EUR, subject to availability
Free luggage storage at reception on check-out day; no charge, just a tag system
Step-free entry from street via ramp; lift to all floors; one accessible room (ground floor) with wider doorways and grab bars in bathroom. No wheelchair-accessible pool or beach access
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars, first-come first-served. Nearest public car park is 800 m east on Koskinou beach road, 5 EUR per day. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 EUR per room per night, paid at check-out
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required via credit card 14 days before arrival; a 50 EUR incidental hold placed on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγ. Γεωργίου (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Αγία Μαρίνα (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Super marked Virginia — 485 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist ports where rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless works in most places, but bring cash for small tavernas, market stalls, and bus fares.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service was good; not expected but appreciated. Taxis usually round up to the nearest euro; hotel porters get €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappé or freddo espresso at a casual kafeneio or bakery, about €2.50–€3.50.
A souvlaki pita (pork or chicken wrap) from a grill house, around €3.50–€4.50.
A main course at a traditional taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish, about €8–€12.
For cheap eats, head to the backstreets of Old Town, especially around Sokratous Street and off Plateia Evreon Martyron; also near the Mandraki harbour area.
Lidl and Sklavenitis are the main budget supermarkets in the Rodos area.
High street chains (H&M, Zara) are in Rodos town; for cheaper clothes, try the market stalls around the Old Town and along Orfanidou Street.
The cheapest way around is the public bus (KTEL Rodou), with a single fare around €1.20–€2.20 depending on distance; no day pass. From the airport, take the public bus (route Rodo–Airport, about €2.50) rather than a taxi (€25–€30).
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist strips (e.g., in the side streets of Old Town or in Ixia). Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets rather than mini-markets. Visit free beaches and avoid paid sunbeds where possible.
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 Romantza Mare Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 154 m · ~2 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 Romantza Mare Hotel?
Request a top-floor sea-view room (floor 4 or higher); these get the best light and a proper view over the beachfront without street-level bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Romantza Mare Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) facing the front – the main road runs along the front here, so you’ll hear traffic and morning deliveries.
Is Romantza Mare Hotel noisy?
The hotel’s address on the main coastal road means traffic noise (especially scooters) from about 7am–11pm. The on-site bar plays music till late on weekends, audible in lower front rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Romantza Mare Hotel?
The front-facing rooms on floors 4+ look directly over the beach and sea. Side rooms see a mix of pool and partial sea. Rear rooms face the adjoining streets and local buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Romantza Mare Hotel?
If you’re driving, arrive early to snag one of the free spots out front – the hotel has very limited parking. Also, ask at check-in if they can block a room away from the bar if you’re a light sleeper.
What time is check-in at Romantza Mare Hotel?
Check-in at Romantza Mare Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Romantza Mare Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login required but accepts terms on first connect
Is there a city or tourist tax at Romantza Mare Hotel?
0.50 EUR per room per night, paid at check-out
Where can I eat cheaply near Romantza Mare Hotel?
A souvlaki pita (pork or chicken wrap) from a grill house, around €3.50–€4.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Romantza Mare Hotel?
The cheapest way around is the public bus (KTEL Rodou), with a single fare around €1.20–€2.20 depending on distance; no day pass. From the airport, take the public bus (route Rodo–Airport, about €2.50) rather than a taxi (€25–€30).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
June and September offer reliably warm weather (28–30°C) with fewer tourists than July–August; sea temperatures are pleasant for swimming. Early October is also good for lower prices and still-warm days.
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).