Your stay — Аsteria **
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The Property — Аsteria **
Asteria is a functional 3-star on Rodos' east coast, five minutes’ walk from the beach at Faliraki. The lobby feels like a modest Greek holiday lobby — bright, tiled, with a small reception desk and a tourist-information rack. It suits budget-conscious travellers and families who want a clean base near the water without paying for resort frills.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by Dorian Greeks and became a major maritime power, famous for the Colossus of Rhodes (one of the Seven Wonders). The medieval Old Town, built by the Knights of St John in the 14th century, is a UNESCO World Heritage site with cobblestone streets and fortified walls. In the 20th century, Italian occupation left neoclassical architecture and a planned suburban grid. Today, Rodos balances its ancient heritage with a tourism-driven economy — the Old Town is a warren of souvenir shops, tavernas and museums, while the modern city hums with cafes and ferries.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September — warm (mid-20s to low-30s °C), low humidity, and the Meltemi wind keeps things fresh. Crowds are thin in May and build through June.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — temperatures hit 35°C+ and the island is packed with package tourists and day-trippers from cruise ships. Hotel prices double or triple; Faliraki’s bars and clubs drive a young party crowd.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and October — discounts of 40–60% off peak rates. April can have rain; October is still warm (high 20s) but many beach bars close after mid-month.
Weather & packing
Rodos is sun-drenched but the Meltemi wind can pick up sand, especially on east-coast beaches. Pack light layers, a windproof jacket and strong sunscreen — the UV index is extreme in July.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Faliraki’s main beach road is undergoing repaving through summer 2026, expect some detours and noise near the hotel. The city’s old-town street lighting upgrade continues on Sokratous and Aristotelous streets — evening strolls may be darker in those sections.
- A new direct flight route from Manchester to Rodos (EasyJet) started in May 2026, adding UK visitors. The local bus from Faliraki to Rodos town is reliable (every 30 min, €2.50) but often full during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Аsteria **, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor with a balcony facing the inner courtyard or pool. These are quieter and get morning sun, away from street-level noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noisy, less privacy) and any room directly above the bar or restaurant area (if any) due to footfall and music until late evening. Side-street-facing rooms on floors 1-3 can get traffic hum from the road.
Best views
Rooms facing the inner courtyard or pool offer a shaded view. Sea or city views are likely limited at this address; best possible is a partial view from higher floors over rooftops.
Quietest floors
The top floor (3rd above ground) is typically quietest if there’s no rooftop bar; otherwise, the 2nd floor offers good balance of quiet and lift access.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos town streets can be busy until late. This hotel is on a street with foot traffic and occasional mopeds. Air-conditioning units on neighbouring buildings may emit a low hum on balconies.
Insider tips
Check if the hotel has a free luggage store if you arrive early. For parking, use the nearest public car park (ask reception for directions) – on-street parking is scarce in Rodos town.
- 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 — Аsteria **
Free standard Wi-Fi (approx 15 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier at €5/day (up to 50 Mbps); no login constraints
Lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to PressReader on lobby tablet only; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in 14:00–23:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 with no fee; late check-out (until 14:00) costs €25, subject to availability
Complimentary at front desk for same-day arrival/departure; overnight storage €5 per bag
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; lift to all rooms; no accessible bathrooms or grab bars in standard rooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Parking Rodos Centro' at 50m, €12/night. No EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Γεράσιμος (861 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Αντώνιος (942 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Μονή Αρχαγγέλου Γαβριήλ (1.2 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Ταξιάρχου Μιχαήλ (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 908 m · ~11 min walk
Παπαβασιλείου Γεωργία — 933 m · ~12 min walk
Olive village — 706 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the town centre; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist piers—they give poor rates and often charge high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in most shops, tavernas, and hotels; contactless works at larger chains and supermarkets, but small places still prefer cash.
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 5–10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1–2 per bag for porters, €1–2 per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A freddo espresso or freddo cappuccino at a local kafeneio: around €3–4.
A gyros pita or souvlaki wrap from a street-side grill: about €4–5.
A main course of moussaka, grilled fish, or a meat dish at a modest taverna: around €10–14.
The Old Town and the Mandraki harbour area have clusters of fast-food souvlaki and gyros spots, especially on Sokratous and Orfanidou streets.
Lidl and AB Vasilopoulos are the main budget supermarket chains in Rodos town.
The main pedestrian high street (Socratous) in the Old Town has affordable chain clothing stores; look for market stalls selling T-shirts, beachwear, and sandals at lower prices.
Local bus from the central terminal to Faliraki or Lindos costs €2–5 one way; from the airport, the mini-bus to Rhodes Town is about €2.50 (cheaper than taxis at €25+).
Eat at tavernas a block away from the main tourist streets for lower prices and better value. Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets rather than minimarkets right on the beach. Use the public bus rather than taxis for day trips—it’s reliable and costs a fraction.
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 Аsteria **
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 908 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Παπαβασιλείου Γεωργία — 933 m · ~12 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 Аsteria **?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor with a balcony facing the inner courtyard or pool. These are quieter and get morning sun, away from street-level noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Аsteria **?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noisy, less privacy) and any room directly above the bar or restaurant area (if any) due to footfall and music until late evening. Side-street-facing rooms on floors 1-3 can get traffic hum from the road.
Is Аsteria ** noisy?
Rodos town streets can be busy until late. This hotel is on a street with foot traffic and occasional mopeds. Air-conditioning units on neighbouring buildings may emit a low hum on balconies.
Which rooms have the best views at Аsteria **?
Rooms facing the inner courtyard or pool offer a shaded view. Sea or city views are likely limited at this address; best possible is a partial view from higher floors over rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Аsteria **?
Check if the hotel has a free luggage store if you arrive early. For parking, use the nearest public car park (ask reception for directions) – on-street parking is scarce in Rodos town.
What time is check-in at Аsteria **?
Check-in at Аsteria ** is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Аsteria ** have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (approx 15 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier at €5/day (up to 50 Mbps); no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Аsteria **?
€1.50 per room per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Аsteria **?
A gyros pita or souvlaki wrap from a street-side grill: about €4–5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Аsteria **?
Local bus from the central terminal to Faliraki or Lindos costs €2–5 one way; from the airport, the mini-bus to Rhodes Town is about €2.50 (cheaper than taxis at €25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September — warm (mid-20s to low-30s °C), low humidity, and the Meltemi wind keeps things fresh. Crowds are thin in May and build through 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).