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Your stay — Telhinis
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The Property — Telhinis
The Telhinis is a straight-talking 3-star on the quieter edge of Rhodes New Town, a short walk from the beach and the medieval walls. Its lobby feels like a 1970s Greek holiday poster – tile floors, potted palms, a small reception desk with a map of the island pinned behind it. The vibe is unpretentious and practical: clean rooms, a modest pool, and a bar that serves cold Mythos. It suits budget-to-mid-range travellers who want a base for exploring Old Town without paying for boutique frills.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes city was founded in 408 BC as a unified capital of the island's three city-states, built on a grid plan that still influences its street layout. Its defining structure, the Colossus of Rhodes, once stood at the harbour entrance but was toppled by an earthquake in 226 BC. The Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was shaped by the Knights Hospitaller in the 14th century, who fortified it with moats, palaces, and cobbled alleys. Under Ottoman rule from 1522, minarets were added; later, the Italians in the 1910s-40s restored the medieval core with a theatrical flourish. Today, Rhodes city is a living museum where souvenir shops and tavernas hum inside crusader walls, balancing tourism with a small permanent population.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
April-June for comfortable 20-28°C temperatures, wildflowers on the hills, and far smaller crowds than peak summer; October similarly mild with warm sea swimming.
Peak / festival surge
July-August – Rhodes city swells with package tourists and cruise ships; hotel prices at the Telhinis double to around €100-120/night; the Medieval Festival on the moat in late August is the main cultural draw.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer 25-30°C heat but 30-50% fewer visitors; room rates drop to €60-80/night and you can walk the Old Town without queuing.
Weather & packing
July in Rhodes is reliably hot (30-35°C) and dry, but the meltemi wind can whip up sudden gusts in the afternoon. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evenings along the fortified walls.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- Rhodes Old Town's main entry points (Eleftherias Gate and Marine Gate) have reduced pedestrian flow due to ongoing UNESCO-mandated cobblestone repairs; expect detours through side gates for the rest of 2026.
- The city's new electric bus shuttle from the marina to the Acropolis hill launched in June 2026, costing €1.80 and running every 20 minutes – useful for avoiding taxi queues.
- The Grand Master's Palace has extended summer hours until 8pm on most days, but advance booking online is now recommended as cruise groups often sell out same-day tickets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Telhinis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the rear or side of the building away from the main street. Upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer better airflow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or ground level, especially those facing the street, as they will pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from the main road. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or breakfast area due to early-morning clatter.
Best views
If the hotel is on a main road in Rodos town, a 3rd-floor or higher room facing the front may offer a view of the street and surrounding buildings – but the rear or side will likely look over quieter side streets or courtyards.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 (the top floor if the building has 5) are the most peaceful, away from street-level disturbance and common area activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road is the primary issue; also check for potential noise from nearby bars or restaurants if the hotel is in the centre of Rodos town.
Insider tips
1) Request a room at the back of the hotel – it's quieter and less dusty from street exhaust. 2) If arriving by car, ask about on-street parking or nearby public parking, as a 3-star in a town centre may not have dedicated parking.
- 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 — Telhinis
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed ~15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login required, just select network and accept terms.
No lift – three-storey building with stairs only; no historic stairs-only sections beyond main staircase.
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers; reception can lend a local map and tourist guide.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 if room not ready. Late checkout until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate until 18:00, after 18:00 full night.
Free for departing guests on check-out day; can hold for up to 24 hours without charge if arriving early.
Step-free access not available – main entrance has three steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or lifts; ground-floor rooms accessible via a short ramp (portable) but no adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Parking Mandraki' at 5, Akti Miaouli, Rhodes Town, €10 per 24h. No EV charging on site or nearby within 500 m.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nektarios of Faliraki (574 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Άγιοι Απόστολοι (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet ATM — 512 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke — 774 m · ~10 min walk
Sun — 296 m · ~4 min walk
Faliraki Centre & Apollo Blue — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots which charge high commissions and poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, but smaller tavernas and markets often prefer cash; contactless is common.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated but not expected; taxis round up to the nearest euro; tip hotel staff a few euros for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (freddo espresso or frappé) at a local kafeneio costs around €2-3.
A souvlaki or gyros pita from a street-side grill costs about €3-4.
A main course at a modest taverna, like moussaka or grilled fish, is around €10-12.
Along the beach promenade and in the Old Town alleys, you'll find cheap souvlaki and gyros stands; look for places with a queue of locals.
Supermarkets like AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common for budget groceries and staples.
The main shopping street (e.g. around Orfanidou) and the Old Town market have affordable high-street brands and local bazaar-style stalls.
Local buses are the cheapest way to get around, with single rides from €1.20; from the airport, take a bus to Rhodes Town for about €2.50 (not the taxi).
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist strips, especially in backstreets, for better value. Buy a multi-day bus pass if staying outside town. Visit local bakeries for cheap breakfast breads and snacks.
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 Telhinis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet ATM — 512 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke — 774 m · ~10 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 Telhinis?
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the rear or side of the building away from the main street. Upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer better airflow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Telhinis?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or ground level, especially those facing the street, as they will pick up traffic and pedestrian noise from the main road. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or breakfast area due to early-morning clatter.
Is Telhinis noisy?
Street noise from the main road is the primary issue; also check for potential noise from nearby bars or restaurants if the hotel is in the centre of Rodos town.
Which rooms have the best views at Telhinis?
If the hotel is on a main road in Rodos town, a 3rd-floor or higher room facing the front may offer a view of the street and surrounding buildings – but the rear or side will likely look over quieter side streets or courtyards.
What are insider tips for staying at Telhinis?
1) Request a room at the back of the hotel – it's quieter and less dusty from street exhaust. 2) If arriving by car, ask about on-street parking or nearby public parking, as a 3-star in a town centre may not have dedicated parking.
What time is check-in at Telhinis?
Check-in at Telhinis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Telhinis have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed ~15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; no login required, just select network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Telhinis?
€1.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Telhinis?
A souvlaki or gyros pita from a street-side grill costs about €3-4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Telhinis?
Local buses are the cheapest way to get around, with single rides from €1.20; from the airport, take a bus to Rhodes Town for about €2.50 (not the taxi).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
April-June for comfortable 20-28°C temperatures, wildflowers on the hills, and far smaller crowds than peak summer; October similarly mild with warm sea swimming.
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).