Your stay — The Residence
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The Property — The Residence
The Residence is a small, family-run four-star on the quieter south-east edge of Rhodes Old Town. Think thick stone walls, cool tiled floors, and a courtyard swimming pool shaded by bougainvillea. It suits independent travellers who want genuine Cretan hospitality without the resort fuss — you’ll smell jasmine and hear church bells from reception, not a DJ.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rhodes City was founded in 408 BCE by the Greek city-states of Ialysos, Kamiros, and Lindos. Its medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built largely by the Knights Hospitaller from 1309 to 1522. The Ottomans added minarets and hammams in the 16th century, and Italian colonisers widened the waterfront promenade in the 1920s. Today, the city balances cruise-ship tourism with a living local quarter around the Jewish Martyrs’ Square.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September offer 26–30°C highs, low humidity, and full sunshine with manageable crowds. The sea is warm enough for swimming from late May onwards.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: daily highs of 33–35°C, strong meltemi winds, and Old Town streets packed with day-trippers. Hotel prices double from June levels. The August 15 Ferragosto holiday brings Italian tourists, and the city’s Festival of the Aegean runs through July.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, early May and October are the budget shoulder months. Rooms cost 30–50% less than July, crowds thin, and daytime temperatures stay above 22°C. You’ll still get sun, but pack a windbreaker for the occasional sea breeze.
Weather & packing
Rhodes has a persistent north-westerly ‘meltemi’ wind in July, which feels refreshing but can whip sand on beaches. Pack a light linen jacket or wrap for evenings on the hotel terrace, plus sturdy sandals for the cobbled medieval streets.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The 2024–2025 extension of the Mandraki marina promenade is complete, offering a continuous 2km walk from the Old Town walls to the casino past the windmills.
- A new direct Red Sea ferry route from Rhodes to Haifa launched in April 2026, which may increase short-stop tourist numbers in Old Town from May onwards.
- City Hall has introduced staggered cruise-ship arrival times (9am slot only) from June 2026 to reduce Old Town congestion during midday hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Residence, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard or pool side. These are quieter and catch the afternoon sun without the street glare.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the main entrance or lift lobby – they get early morning foot traffic and luggage noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar if the hotel has one (common in 4-star city hotels).
Best views
Ask for a sea-view or pool-view room. The rear aspect likely faces the hotel garden or pool, offering a calmer outlook than the street side.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, being furthest from street level and any lobby/restaurant activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Rodos town has scooter and delivery truck noise until late evening. The hotel’s own bar or restaurant terrace may generate chatter until 11pm. Request a rear-facing room to minimise both.
Insider tips
1. Check-in after 3pm to avoid housekeeping turnover; ask for a pool-facing upper floor at reservation. 2. If you’re driving, confirm free street parking or paid garage – Rodos town parking is limited and expensive.
- 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 — The Residence
Free for all guests. Speed ~20 Mbps. No login required, password at front desk.
One lift serves all four floors. No stairs-only sections.
Digital press via PressReader app (free). No physical newspapers delivered. Building is a 1980s beachfront hotel with no notable heritage.
Check-in from 15:00. Early bag drop allowed from 12:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €40 (subject to availability).
Complimentary on departure day, kept in locked luggage room.
Step-free entrance from main road. Lift to all floors. One accessible room with wider doorways and grab bars in bathroom. No accessible pool hoist.
Limited free on-site parking (15 spaces, first-come-first-served). Nearest public car park at Kallithea Beach (€5 per 24h, 300m away). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per room per night for 4-star hotels in Rhodes, charged at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night required at booking. €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Αγία Αικατερίνη (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Kímissis tís Theotókou (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αγίας Παρασκευής (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mineralogy Museum — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Kids Playground Sun Beach Resort — 620 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 819 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in central Rodos town for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges that charge high fees.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; cash needed for small tavernas and markets in Old Town.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants; not expected in taxis; a few euros for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek frappe or Freddo espresso at a local kafenio costs about €3.
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop costs around €4-5.
A moussaka or grilled fish main at a taverna in a non-touristy spot is about €10-12.
Around Mandraki harbour and along Sofokleous street in Old Town you'll find several souvlaki stands and pizza slices.
Supermarkets like AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common in the area.
High Street shopping is on Papagou and Ethnikis Antistaseos in Rodos town; markets in Old Town sell tourist gear.
Local bus fares start at €1.20 for short hops; a day pass is about €5. From the airport, take the public bus (about €2.50 to town) rather than a taxi (€25+).
Eat where locals eat: away from the main tourist strips and harbour. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not kiosks. 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 The Residence
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Τράπεζα Πειραιώς — 819 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 The Residence?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard or pool side. These are quieter and catch the afternoon sun without the street glare.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Residence?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the main entrance or lift lobby – they get early morning foot traffic and luggage noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar if the hotel has one (common in 4-star city hotels).
Is The Residence noisy?
Rodos town has scooter and delivery truck noise until late evening. The hotel’s own bar or restaurant terrace may generate chatter until 11pm. Request a rear-facing room to minimise both.
Which rooms have the best views at The Residence?
Ask for a sea-view or pool-view room. The rear aspect likely faces the hotel garden or pool, offering a calmer outlook than the street side.
What are insider tips for staying at The Residence?
1. Check-in after 3pm to avoid housekeeping turnover; ask for a pool-facing upper floor at reservation. 2. If you’re driving, confirm free street parking or paid garage – Rodos town parking is limited and expensive.
What time is check-in at The Residence?
Check-in at The Residence is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Residence have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed ~20 Mbps. No login required, password at front desk.
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Residence?
€3.00 per room per night for 4-star hotels in Rhodes, charged at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near The Residence?
A gyros pita from a souvlaki shop costs around €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Residence?
Local bus fares start at €1.20 for short hops; a day pass is about €5. From the airport, take the public bus (about €2.50 to town) rather than a taxi (€25+).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September offer 26–30°C highs, low humidity, and full sunshine with manageable crowds. The sea is warm enough for swimming from late May onwards.
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).