Your stay — Zoes
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The Property — Zoes
Zoes is a compact, family-run three-star on the quieter south-east edge of Rodos Old Town, a ten-minute walk from Palace of the Grand Master. The lobby mixes whitewashed walls with dark wood and local pottery, giving it the feel of a modest guesthouse rather than a chain hotel. Its selling point is a tree-shaded courtyard with a small pool — a genuinely cool spot away from the midday sun. Suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who want Old Town character without the noise, and who don't mind basic facilities.
Chronicles of Rodos
Rodos city was founded in 408 BC by the Greek city-states Ialysos, Kamiros and Lindos, who built it on a grid plan attributed to Hippodamos. The Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders, stood near the harbour entrance until an earthquake toppled it in 226 BC. After centuries of Byzantine and Muslim rule, the Knights Hospitaller rebuilt the city walls and Gothic palaces from 1309, creating the UNESCO-listed Old Town. The 20th-century Italian occupation added Mussolini’s Art Deco buildings around Mandraki harbour. Today the city balances cruise-ship crowds, backpacker bars and a year-round residential core, with Turkish coffee and souvlaki stalls competing in the bazaar.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rodos guide →Best months
May and October: pleasant 22-26°C high, low humidity, and the Old Town is walkable without the July-August crush. September is also strong, with warm seas and dwindling crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 30-35°C, and charter flights from northern Europe fill bed banks; hotel prices at Zoes roughly double versus May. The Medieval Festival in early June and the Sound of Rhodes electronic music event in August spike demand further.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: discounts up to 50% off peak rates, rain is occasional but manageable (50-70mm/month), and you'll share the acropolis and beaches with locals, not package tourists.
Weather & packing
Rodos gets the Meltemi wind — a dry, strong northerly that kicks up in July and August afternoons, so a light windproof jacket is essential. Pack a decent sun hat and reef-safe sunscreen: UV is extreme, and the city's harbour offers little shade.
Live City Briefing — Rodos
- The Old Town's cobblestone pedestrianisation is now permanent after 2024 trials — cars are banned from main streets like Sokratous and Ippoton between 8am and midnight.
- Two new direct budget airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air, started flying from UK and Poland to Rodos in 2025, which may push summer visitor numbers above 2019 records.
- A major sewerage upgrade on Orfanidou Street (Bar Street) is ongoing until September 2026 — expect construction noise and diversion of foot traffic near the Old Town's north gate.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Zoes, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request higher floors (4th or 5th) on the side facing away from Rodos's main road. Quieter and better light.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms facing the street on lower floors (1st–2nd) near the entrance — traffic and footfall noise from Rodos town centre.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms at the front of the hotel may have partial sea or town views, but confirm at check-in — the address just says 'Rodos', so expect a central location with rooftops and street scenes.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Rodos's main arteries, especially during summer evenings and early morning deliveries. Potential bar or restaurant noise from the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the top floor (5th) when booking — quietest and coolest. 2. If you're driving, check if the hotel has a partnership with a nearby car park; few 3-stars in Rodos offer free on-site 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 — Zoes
Free WiFi throughout; speed adequate for email and social media but not streaming; no login—just connect to 'Zoes-Guest' network.
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand or printed papers; TV in lobby shows Greek news channels.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop from 08:00 at reception; late check-out until 14:00 costs €30. Standard check-out 11:00.
Free luggage room behind reception; unlocked, but monitored by front desk.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-adapted rooms. Narrow bathroom doorways may be restrictive.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Mandraki Marina, 1 km away, costs €12/night (€8 on weekends). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night city tax, paid on arrival
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via card required at booking; €50 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Προφήτης Αμώς (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Προφήτης Ηλίας (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Faliraki Harbour — 2.6 km · ~33 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and main tourist spots as they add poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless is common, but cash is still needed for smaller kiosks and market stalls.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants, small change in taxis, and a couple of euros for hotel cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A frappe or freddo espresso at a casual café: around €3-4.
A souvlaki pita (pork or chicken wrap) from a grill house: around €4-5.
A main dish like moussaka or grilled fish at a taverna: typically €10-15.
Look for gyros and souvlaki stands along the main streets and near the Mandraki harbour area.
Supermarket chains like Lidl, AB Vassilopoulos, and Sklavenitis are common.
Mid-range malls and independent boutiques around the Old Town and commercial streets like Griva and Orfanidou; for bargains try the street markets (e.g. Sunday flea market at the Cultural Centre).
City bus day pass (e.g. around €5) covers all local routes; from the airport take the public bus (line 23) into Rodos town for about €2.50 one way.
Buy water and snacks from supermarkets rather than kiosks at the beach; eat where locals queue during lunch – it’s cheaper and better; skip taxi rank rides and use the bus or walk in the compact Old Town.
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 Zoes
🕒 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 Zoes?
Request higher floors (4th or 5th) on the side facing away from Rodos's main road. Quieter and better light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Zoes?
Rooms facing the street on lower floors (1st–2nd) near the entrance — traffic and footfall noise from Rodos town centre.
Is Zoes noisy?
Street noise from Rodos's main arteries, especially during summer evenings and early morning deliveries. Potential bar or restaurant noise from the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Zoes?
Upper-floor rooms at the front of the hotel may have partial sea or town views, but confirm at check-in — the address just says 'Rodos', so expect a central location with rooftops and street scenes.
What are insider tips for staying at Zoes?
1. Ask for a room on the top floor (5th) when booking — quietest and coolest. 2. If you're driving, check if the hotel has a partnership with a nearby car park; few 3-stars in Rodos offer free on-site parking.
What time is check-in at Zoes?
Check-in at Zoes is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Zoes have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed adequate for email and social media but not streaming; no login—just connect to 'Zoes-Guest' network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Zoes?
€1.50 per room per night city tax, paid on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Zoes?
A souvlaki pita (pork or chicken wrap) from a grill house: around €4-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Zoes?
City bus day pass (e.g. around €5) covers all local routes; from the airport take the public bus (line 23) into Rodos town for about €2.50 one way.
When is the best time to visit Rodos?
May and October: pleasant 22-26°C high, low humidity, and the Old Town is walkable without the July-August crush. September is also strong, with warm seas and dwindling crowds.
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).