Your stay — Villa Olive Grove
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The Property — Villa Olive Grove
Villa Olive Grove is a modest 3-star set among working olive trees on the outskirts of Rodos town. The lobby smells of beeswax and dried herbs, with a worn stone floor and a single armchair by the desk. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a quiet base with a small pool and garden, not frills or sea views. You’re ten minutes by taxi from the old town walls.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos town was founded in 408 BC by the ancient Greeks as a planned city with a grid layout. Its medieval old town, encircled by 4 km of fortifications, was built by the Knights of St John in the 14th century, who left palaces and Gothic arches. The Ottomans added minarets and baths in the 16th century, and the Italians modernised the waterfront in the 1920s. Today, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, balancing cruise-ship tourism with local life in the market streets. Its identity is layered: Greek, Crusader, Ottoman, and Italian all visible in the stone.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June, September: sunny but not scorching, sea temperatures pleasant, tourist crowds still moderate. July and August are hotter and busier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak; temperatures often exceed 35°C, and the old town is packed with package tourists and day-trippers from cruise ships. Hotel prices double from May levels. The Rodos International Folklore Festival in late August adds extra demand.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and October are the budget shoulder months: 22-25°C, fewer crowds, and hotel rates drop by 40-50%.
Weather & packing
Rodos has a dry heat with occasional strong meltemi winds in July that kick up dust. Pack a light windbreaker and a reusable water bottle; sunscreen is non-negotiable every day.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The new Rodos marina, ‘Mandraki 2’, opened in late 2025, adding 200 new berths and a promenade café strip west of the old harbour.
- The old town’s main pedestrian street, Sokratous, is undergoing repaving until August 2026; some shop entrances may be obstructed during works.
- Olympic Air reduced its summer Rodos–Athens frequency from five to three daily flights from June 2026; check connections if flying via Athens.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Villa Olive Grove, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper-floor rooms at the rear of the building. These are furthest from the street and any passing traffic, offering the quietest sleep with a glimpse of the hillside.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any facing directly onto Rodos street. Ground-level units are prone to street noise and foot traffic past windows. Rooms near the lift shaft on lower floors can also pick up mechanical hum.
Best views
The hotel is on a main road in Rodos town, so the best view is likely from side or rear-facing rooms that overlook the neighbouring gardens or hillside, rather than the street.
Quietest floors
Floors two and above are usually quieter, especially at the back. The top floor offers best insulation from ground-level bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Road noise from the address along a main route in Rodos (likely a town-centre or coastal road). Summer nights can have moped traffic, late pedestrians, and nearby bars.
Insider tips
Ask at reception for a room on the quiet side away from the road — they often hold a few. If you drive, request parking advice at check-in; many 3-star hotels here use off-site spaces.
- 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 — Villa Olive Grove
Free basic (10 Mbps) throughout; premium tier (50 Mbps, €5/day) for streaming or video calls; no login, just accept terms on splash page
One lift serves main building ground to second floor; no lift to third-floor garden wing (8 steps only)
Free access to PressReader via lobby tablet; no physical papers; building is a 1970s modernist villa converted to hotel, original terrazzo floors in lobby
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 08:00 free; late check-out until 12:00 costs €25 (request by 20:00 day prior)
Free at reception during operating hours 08:00–22:00; after-hours arrangement possible on request
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door (24h bell); one wheelchair-accessible ground-floor room (room 101) with roll-in shower; no lift to pool area (5 steps)
Free on-site unsecured lot for 12 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Rhodes Marina (€8/24h, 1km walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment due 14 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Παμμέγιστων Ταξιαρχών (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Παναγιά Καθολική (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Alpha Bank — 870 m · ~11 min walk
Xarteros Lefteris Pharmacy — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Mini Market — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most travellers use ATMs for cash; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels and restaurants, but many smaller tavernas and markets prefer cash; contactless is common.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory; no need to tip taxis or hotel staff unless exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard Greek coffee (frappé or freddo) at a local kafeneio costs about €3-4.
A gyros pita from a takeaway place is around €4-5, filling and fast.
A main course at a traditional taverna away from the tourist core runs about €10-12.
The old town's side streets and the Mandraki harbour area have clusters of souvlaki and gyros joints for cheap eats.
Supermarket chains like AB Vassilopoulos and Lidl are common in Rodos town.
The main shopping street, Papagou, and the new market area have mid-range high-street shops; beachwear and souvenirs are cheap at Mandraki market stalls.
Local buses (around €1.20 per ride) are the cheapest way to get around; from the airport, the shuttle bus to Rodos town costs about €2.50.
Eat at tavernas a street or two back from the main tourist drag for lower prices and better value; visit supermarkets for water and snacks instead of kiosks; avoid taxi rides from the airport—use the bus.
Good to know — Rodos
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Villa Olive Grove
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Alpha Bank — 870 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Xarteros Lefteris Pharmacy — 1.4 km · ~18 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 Villa Olive Grove?
Request upper-floor rooms at the rear of the building. These are furthest from the street and any passing traffic, offering the quietest sleep with a glimpse of the hillside.
Which rooms should I avoid at Villa Olive Grove?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any facing directly onto Rodos street. Ground-level units are prone to street noise and foot traffic past windows. Rooms near the lift shaft on lower floors can also pick up mechanical hum.
Is Villa Olive Grove noisy?
Road noise from the address along a main route in Rodos (likely a town-centre or coastal road). Summer nights can have moped traffic, late pedestrians, and nearby bars.
Which rooms have the best views at Villa Olive Grove?
The hotel is on a main road in Rodos town, so the best view is likely from side or rear-facing rooms that overlook the neighbouring gardens or hillside, rather than the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Villa Olive Grove?
Ask at reception for a room on the quiet side away from the road — they often hold a few. If you drive, request parking advice at check-in; many 3-star hotels here use off-site spaces.
What time is check-in at Villa Olive Grove?
Check-in at Villa Olive Grove is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Villa Olive Grove have Wi-Fi?
Free basic (10 Mbps) throughout; premium tier (50 Mbps, €5/day) for streaming or video calls; no login, just accept terms on splash page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Villa Olive Grove?
€1.50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Villa Olive Grove?
A gyros pita from a takeaway place is around €4-5, filling and fast.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Villa Olive Grove?
Local buses (around €1.20 per ride) are the cheapest way to get around; from the airport, the shuttle bus to Rodos town costs about €2.50.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June, September: sunny but not scorching, sea temperatures pleasant, tourist crowds still moderate. July and August are hotter and busier.
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).