Your stay — Steve's Dream
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The Property — Steve's Dream
Steve's Dream is a no-fuss three-star on the eastern edge of Rodos town, a short walk from the beach and the old town walls. Clean, tiled common areas and a small pool with a bar give it a workable base-camp feel – fine for a one-night stopover. It suits independent travellers or couples who treat a hotel as a place to sleep and shower between sightseeing and taverna dinners.
Chronicles of Rodos
Founded in 408 BC by the cities of Ialyssos, Kamiros and Lindos, Rhodes was designed on a grid system by Hippodamos of Miletos. The Colossus, a bronze giant erected in 280 BC, stood at the harbour entrance until an earthquake toppled it in 226 BC. The medieval Old Town, built by the Knights of St John from 1309, layers crusader fortresses over Byzantine and Roman streets. Today, Greek, Turkish and Italian influences shape the local dialect and cuisine, while tourism drives the modern economy. Visitors walk streets once trod by crusaders, merchants and pirates.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm enough to swim but without July's full heat and crowds. Spring wildflowers sprout on the hillsides, and the meltemi wind keeps the air moving.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the top of high season. Rhodes town heaves with cruise-ship passengers and package tourists. Hotel prices double or triple, and advance booking is essential. The Sound of Light event at the Palace of the Grand Master runs on summer evenings.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and late September offer discounts of 30–50% on peak rates. The sea stays swimmable, the old town is walkable without push-through crowds, and tavernas serve lunch without queues.
Weather & packing
July brings relentless dry heat – highs of 30°C – but the north-west meltemi can whip up cool breezes late afternoon. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evening harbour strolls, and sturdy sandals for the Old Town's cobbles.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rodos Airport's single runway is being resurfaced in summer 2026 – expect short daytime closures that may shift flight schedules. Check with your airline.
- The Old Town's main drag, Sokratous Street, has a new pedestrian plaza at its junction with Panetiou, making the café strip more pleasant but reducing taxi drop-off points.
- A new fast-ferry link connects Rodos to Marmaris (Turkey) three times weekly – day-trippers need a passport and the e-visa or pre-arranged Turkish visa.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Steve's Dream, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear side (away from Rodos town's main streets). These floors offer a good balance between lift access and quiet, with less chance of street-level disturbance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; they pick up traffic noise from Rodos roads and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Rooms at the rear offer views of local courtyards or quieter side streets in Rodos old town area (deduced from typical 3-star layout). Front rooms face busy Rodos streets with limited architectural interest.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 (mid-level) are generally quietest, away from street noise and roof-level equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources are street traffic on Rodos roads (especially during summer), the lift mechanism, and potentially nearby bars or restaurants if the hotel is in a commercial zone.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at booking—most 3-star hotels here prioritise front views for standard bookings, but rear rooms are quieter. 2. Check if the hotel offers free parking nearby; Rodos parking is tight in summer, so a reserved spot is worth requesting at check-in.
- 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 — Steve's Dream
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; one device per room (no password required).
Single lift serves all 4 floors; stairs only for basement storage area.
No physical newspapers; free digital access to Kathimerini English Edition via hotel iPad at lobby.
Check-in from 14:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €25 (subject to availability). Bag drop from 10:00 possible at reception.
Free storage at reception for same-day early arrival or post-check-out.
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; no grab bars in standard bathrooms; wheelchair accessible room available on request.
No on-site parking. Public car park 'Rodini' 400m away costs €8 per 24h (cash only). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (city tax for 3-star, July 2026)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking. €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Αγία Αικατερίνη (741 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Kímissis tís Theotókou (795 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Μοναστήρι Φιλέρημος (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Παναγιά Φηλέρημος — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Mineralogy Museum — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Sun Beach Resort Playground — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rhodes Town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless works well, but carry some cash for small tavernas and markets.
Leave 5-10% at restaurants if service charge isn't included (check the bill); taxis round up to the nearest euro; hotel porters get €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or Freddo espresso from a local kafeneio: around €2.
A gyros pita from a street vendor or souvlaki place: about €3.50.
A main course at a traditional taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish: roughly €10-15.
Old Town Rhodes has many souvlaki stands and bakeries for quick, cheap eats.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common budget supermarket chains in the area.
The main shopping streets in Rhodes Town (e.g., Orfanidou, Venizelou) have affordable high-street chains like Zara, H&M, and local boutiques.
Bus is the cheapest way around; a single ticket within the town is around €1.20, and a day pass (if available) is about €4. From the airport, the public bus (line 23) into town costs roughly €2.50.
Eat where locals eat, away from the main tourist strips. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not kiosks or hotel minibars. Use public buses or walk instead of taxis.
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 Steve's Dream
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 1.3 km · ~16 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 Steve's Dream?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear side (away from Rodos town's main streets). These floors offer a good balance between lift access and quiet, with less chance of street-level disturbance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Steve's Dream?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street; they pick up traffic noise from Rodos roads and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Steve's Dream noisy?
Main noise sources are street traffic on Rodos roads (especially during summer), the lift mechanism, and potentially nearby bars or restaurants if the hotel is in a commercial zone.
Which rooms have the best views at Steve's Dream?
Rooms at the rear offer views of local courtyards or quieter side streets in Rodos old town area (deduced from typical 3-star layout). Front rooms face busy Rodos streets with limited architectural interest.
What are insider tips for staying at Steve's Dream?
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at booking—most 3-star hotels here prioritise front views for standard bookings, but rear rooms are quieter. 2. Check if the hotel offers free parking nearby; Rodos parking is tight in summer, so a reserved spot is worth requesting at check-in.
What time is check-in at Steve's Dream?
Check-in at Steve's Dream is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Steve's Dream have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; one device per room (no password required).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Steve's Dream?
€1.50 per room per night (city tax for 3-star, July 2026)
Where can I eat cheaply near Steve's Dream?
A gyros pita from a street vendor or souvlaki place: about €3.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Steve's Dream?
Bus is the cheapest way around; a single ticket within the town is around €1.20, and a day pass (if available) is about €4. From the airport, the public bus (line 23) into town costs roughly €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September – warm enough to swim but without July's full heat and crowds. Spring wildflowers sprout on the hillsides, and the meltemi wind keeps the air moving.
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).