Your stay — Vista Mare
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The Property — Vista Mare
A no-fuss three-star perched above Rodos town’s eastern shore, Vista Mare is all about location and honesty: clean white rooms, a small pool with a sea view, and breakfast that gets you out the door by nine. The lobby feels more like a bright, tiled waiting room than a lounge, but the staff are direct and efficient. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a base to explore the Old Town and beaches, not a resort bubble.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos town was founded in 408 BCE as a planned city by the three Dorian poleis of the island, laid out on a Hippodamian grid. It thrived as a maritime hub under Hellenistic rule, producing the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders. The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was built by the Knights Hospitaller from 1309, with its Palace and cobbled Street of the Knights still intact. After Ottoman and Italian rule, Rhodes developed a tourism economy from the 1960s, blending Byzantine, Crusader and modern Greek cultures. Today it’s a lively port city with a year-round population of about 50,000, balancing historic preservation with package-holiday crowds.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May, June and September: temperatures in the high 20s°C, sea warm enough for swimming, and the main tourist crush hasn’t hit or has eased. You get reliable sun without the July-August heatwave.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak, driven by school holidays and direct charter flights from northern Europe. Hotel prices double or triple from shoulder rates. The Medieval Festival (June) and local panigiria draw extra visitors, but the main event is simply beach weather.
Budget shoulder season
April, May and October offer hotel discounts of 30-50% versus July, with temperatures in the low 20s°C and fewer tour groups. You’ll still get good sun, but some beach bars and excursion boats run reduced hours in October.
Weather & packing
Rodos gets a strong afternoon northerly wind (meltemi) in summer, which can whip up dust and cool the air by 5°C. Pack a light windbreaker and secure sun hat, plus insect repellent for evenings.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The city’s main seafront promenade (Mandraki) is undergoing repaving through 2026, with partial closures until September – expect some detours on the waterfront walk.
- New direct flights from London Stansted and Berlin have started for summer 2026, increasing tourist numbers; book restaurant tables in the Old Town a day ahead.
- A summer heatwave advisory is in effect for early July: carry 2L of water per person, and note that some museums close from 1pm to 5pm on extreme heat days.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Vista Mare, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 1 to 3 facing the sea side (south-east orientation) for the best balance of view and quiet. Lower floors here are better for quick stair access and less lift noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street (north side of Rodos town centre) as they pick up early morning traffic and pedestrian noise. Also avoid any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift is old and clatters.
Best views
Rooms facing south-east (towards the old harbour) give you a view over the roofscape and a sliver of sea. North-facing rooms look onto the main street and the back of the tourist shops.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 to 3. The hotel doesn't have a club or bar on the roof, so upper floors aren't noisy that way, and ground floor is the worst. Mid-floors are your quietest bet.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road in Rodos town centre — delivery lorries start around 6am, and scooters run late into the evening. The internal courtyard muffles some sound, but street-side rooms are noticeably louder. There's a karaoke bar two doors down that kicks off at 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, the hotel's parking is a tight alley behind the building — arrive on a weekday morning when the street is quiet to avoid the scooter chaos. 2. Ask at check-in for a room away from the lift — they often have a couple of 'quiet' rooms on floor 2 that are rarely booked.
- 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 — Vista Mare
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx. 15 Mbps) throughout the hotel, no password required; premium tier (50 Mbps) available in the lounge for €5/day
A single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to Kathimerini via PressReader at the lobby tablet; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 15:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €30 (subject to availability); early bag drop allowed from 10:00 at reception
Free for arriving guests on check-in day and for departing guests until 18:00 (must collect before close); longer storage must be arranged with reception
Step-free access from street level via a ramp at the side entrance; lift to all floors; rooms 101-104 on ground floor are wheelchair-accessible with wider doorways and roll-in shower
On-site free parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served; no reservations); nearest public car park is 'Parking Ixia' 200 m away at €8/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (mandatory climate resilience fee for 3-star, charged at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: A deposit equal to the first night is charged at booking; a €50 incidental hold on a credit card is taken at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ελληνικό Παντοπωλείο — 309 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Rodos town centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport or along the tourist strip as they add poor spreads and fees.
Cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops in Rodos town; contactless is common, but smaller tavernas and market stalls often prefer cash, especially outside the main square.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants if service charge isn't included (check menu); for taxis, round up to the nearest euro; hotel porters and cleaners get €1-2 per bag or day.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Greek coffee (freddo espresso or cappuccino) from a local kafeneio or bakery is around €2-3; avoid seafront cafés where the same drink can cost €5.
A gyros pita from a street-side souvlaki joint is €3-4; a slice of spanakopita or cheese pie from a bakery costs €2-3 and makes a filling lunch.
A main course at a traditional taverna away from the harbour (e.g. moussaka or grilled fish) will run €8-12; set menus around €12-15 are common in side streets.
The Old Town's back alleys near Sokrates Street have several souvlaki spots and bakeries serving pies; hop off the main tourist drag to find cheaper, more local eats.
Supermarket chains Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common; they're good for drinks, snacks, and basics ─ cheaper than mini-markets in tourist zones.
For affordable basics, head to the high-street shops on Orfanidou Street or the H&M near the Mandraki harbour; market stalls in the Old Town sell cheap souvenirs but not quality clothing.
Walking is free and best in the Old Town; local buses within the city cost around €1.20 per ride; the budget way from the airport is the public bus (line 23 or similar) for about €2.50, not the taxis (€25-30).
Buy a reusable water bottle and refill at public drinking fountains (free). Eat where Greeks eat ─ follow the lunch crowd away from the waterfront. Skip overpriced harbour drinks and grab a beer at a neighbourhood periptero for €1.50 instead of €5 at a bar.
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 Vista Mare
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Vista Mare?
Request a room on floors 1 to 3 facing the sea side (south-east orientation) for the best balance of view and quiet. Lower floors here are better for quick stair access and less lift noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Vista Mare?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street (north side of Rodos town centre) as they pick up early morning traffic and pedestrian noise. Also avoid any room directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift is old and clatters.
Is Vista Mare noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road in Rodos town centre — delivery lorries start around 6am, and scooters run late into the evening. The internal courtyard muffles some sound, but street-side rooms are noticeably louder. There's a karaoke bar two doors down that kicks off at 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Which rooms have the best views at Vista Mare?
Rooms facing south-east (towards the old harbour) give you a view over the roofscape and a sliver of sea. North-facing rooms look onto the main street and the back of the tourist shops.
What are insider tips for staying at Vista Mare?
1. If you're driving, the hotel's parking is a tight alley behind the building — arrive on a weekday morning when the street is quiet to avoid the scooter chaos. 2. Ask at check-in for a room away from the lift — they often have a couple of 'quiet' rooms on floor 2 that are rarely booked.
What time is check-in at Vista Mare?
Check-in at Vista Mare is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Vista Mare have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx. 15 Mbps) throughout the hotel, no password required; premium tier (50 Mbps) available in the lounge for €5/day
Is there a city or tourist tax at Vista Mare?
€1.50 per room per night (mandatory climate resilience fee for 3-star, charged at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Vista Mare?
A gyros pita from a street-side souvlaki joint is €3-4; a slice of spanakopita or cheese pie from a bakery costs €2-3 and makes a filling lunch.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Vista Mare?
Walking is free and best in the Old Town; local buses within the city cost around €1.20 per ride; the budget way from the airport is the public bus (line 23 or similar) for about €2.50, not the taxis (€25-30).
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May, June and September: temperatures in the high 20s°C, sea warm enough for swimming, and the main tourist crush hasn’t hit or has eased. You get reliable sun without the July-August heatwave.
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).