Your stay — Stamos
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The Property — Stamos
Stamos is a straightforward 3-star on the main road between Rhodes town and the beach at Ixia, a short bus ride from both. The lobby is cool tile and white paint, with a small reception desk and a seating area that smells faintly of suncream. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base and a pool to cool off in after exploring the Old Town. No frills, but reliable and friendly.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes city was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks and quickly became a major maritime power. Its medieval Old Town was built by the Knights of St John in the 14th century, ringed by massive walls that still stand. The Ottomans added minarets and baths, and the Italians left Neoclassical government buildings in the early 20th century. Today it’s a Unesco World Heritage site and a busy cruise port, mixing ancient ruins, medieval lanes and modern shops.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September – warm enough for the beach, clear skies, and lighter crowds than July or August. Spring flowers in May, good sea temperatures by June.
Peak / festival surge
July and August – school holidays and European tourism peak. Hotel prices can double; booking a year ahead is wise. The main draw is the perfect beach weather and long evenings, but the Old Town gets packed.
Budget shoulder season
April and October – lower prices, quieter streets, still pleasant for sightseeing (20-25°C). October sees sporadic rain but better flight deals.
Weather & packing
July in Rhodes is reliably hot and dry, with a strong meltemi wind in the afternoons. Pack light layers – a thin long-sleeve for wind protection on the beach, and sturdy sandals for the cobbled Old Town.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Rhodes city loop bus (line 2) has added a new stop near the casino, easing access to Ixia beaches.
- The Palace of the Grand Master remains open until 8pm in July, avoiding midday heat – book tickets online to skip queues.
- Several tavernas along Miltiadou Street have updated menus with more vegetarian options, reflecting a shift in visitor demand.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Stamos, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard or side streets, as these offer a balance of natural light and reduced street noise from the main Rodos road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground floor rooms near the reception or street-facing windows—road traffic and lobby activity can be intrusive. Also steer clear of rooms directly above the breakfast area to avoid morning kitchen clatter.
Best views
Rooms facing the side streets or rear courtyard offer the best views of local life and greenery, without the main road exhaust fumes. Upper floors (third or above) may catch a sea glimpse over lower buildings.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are generally the quietest, being above street level but below potential roof terrace traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main thoroughfare in Rodos town, so street noise (buses, scooters, late-night walkers) is a factor for front-facing rooms. No lift means staircase noise can echo—rooms near the stairs on lower floors are less restful. Early morning deliveries by the service entrance may affect ground-floor rooms at the back.
Insider tips
1) Check in early to choose a room; staff may allow a quick look at a courtyard option if available. 2) Request a quiet side room and confirm no functions planned during your stay—this is a budget property, so flexibility helps.
- 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 — Stamos
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps; no login required
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; physical Greek newspapers at reception
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 for 20 EUR (subject to availability)
Free luggage room; no lockers
Step-free entrance at side door; no elevator to pool area; no adapted rooms
Free on-site parking for 15 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Mandraki Harbour, 1.5 km, 5 EUR/day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 0.50 EUR per person per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 50 EUR incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Epsilon Shopping Center — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 189 m · ~2 min walk
Apotheke — 739 m · ~9 min walk
Sally's — 73 m · ~1 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Well-off travellers can use ATMs in town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots—they give poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and larger shops; smaller tavernas and market stalls prefer cash.
Rounding up the bill by 5–10% is normal in restaurants; taxis don't expect a tip; hotel staff appreciate €1–2 for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or frappé at a local kafeneio runs about €3–4.
A gyros pita from a grill house costs around €3–4 and is filling.
A main of moussaka or souvlaki at a taverna is roughly €8–12.
The old town alleyways and the area around Mandraki harbour have souvlaki and gyros stands for cheap eats.
Lidl, AB Vassilopoulos and Sklavenitis are common budget supermarket chains here.
Affordable clothes are at the local market (laiki) and high-street stores like H&M and Zara along the main shopping streets.
Local buses cost €1.20–2 per ride; a day pass is about €5. From the airport, take the express bus for €2.30 rather than a taxi (€30+).
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist strip; buy water and snacks from supermarkets; skip expensive boat tours for the public ferry to nearby islands.
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 Stamos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 189 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 739 m · ~9 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 Stamos?
Request rooms on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard or side streets, as these offer a balance of natural light and reduced street noise from the main Rodos road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Stamos?
Avoid ground floor rooms near the reception or street-facing windows—road traffic and lobby activity can be intrusive. Also steer clear of rooms directly above the breakfast area to avoid morning kitchen clatter.
Is Stamos noisy?
The hotel is on a main thoroughfare in Rodos town, so street noise (buses, scooters, late-night walkers) is a factor for front-facing rooms. No lift means staircase noise can echo—rooms near the stairs on lower floors are less restful. Early morning deliveries by the service entrance may affect ground-floor rooms at the back.
Which rooms have the best views at Stamos?
Rooms facing the side streets or rear courtyard offer the best views of local life and greenery, without the main road exhaust fumes. Upper floors (third or above) may catch a sea glimpse over lower buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Stamos?
1) Check in early to choose a room; staff may allow a quick look at a courtyard option if available. 2) Request a quiet side room and confirm no functions planned during your stay—this is a budget property, so flexibility helps.
What time is check-in at Stamos?
Check-in at Stamos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Stamos have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Stamos?
0.50 EUR per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Stamos?
A gyros pita from a grill house costs around €3–4 and is filling.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Stamos?
Local buses cost €1.20–2 per ride; a day pass is about €5. From the airport, take the express bus for €2.30 rather than a taxi (€30+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September – warm enough for the beach, clear skies, and lighter crowds than July or August. Spring flowers in May, good sea temperatures by June.
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).