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财产 — GIAKALIS
The Giakalis is a straightforward, family-run three-star hotel about 200 metres from the beach in Psalidi. The lobby is low-key – tiled floor, a small reception desk, a few chairs – with a clear focus on the pool terrace and bar area. It’s fine for budget-conscious travellers who want a clean base with a pool and breakfast included, but it doesn’t pretend to be anything more than it is.
Kos编年史
Kos Town was founded in the 4th century BC and rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1933. The city’s architecture blends ancient Greek ruins, Roman baths, medieval Castle of the Knights, and Italian rationalist buildings from the early 20th century. Today, it’s a busy ferry hub and tourist centre, with a lively harbourfront of cafes and shops. Its contemporary identity still feels shaped by that mix of eras – a working port with a holiday sheen.
参观的最佳时间
Kos完整指南 →最佳月
May, June, September – warm enough for swimming (25–30°C), long daylight, and fewer crowds than July–August.
峰会 / 节日 Surge
July and August are the busiest, driven by school holidays and the peak of the Mediterranean summer heat (often 35°C+). Hotel prices double from shoulder rates, and the island fills with package tourists. The Hippokratia Festival in July adds cultural events but not huge crowds.
预算肩部季节
Late May and late September offer the best balance: 25°C days, calm seas, and hotel rates around 30–40% lower than peak summer.
天气 & 包装
Kos gets a strong northerly wind (the meltemi) in July, which can whip up unexpectedly on the coast. Pack a light windbreaker or pashmina for evening terrace dinners, and always bring a reusable water bottle – tap water is safe but tastes mineral-heavy, so you’ll buy bottled water.
城市简介 — Kos
- The Kos–Bodrum ferry route resumed full summer schedules in 2025; it’s a popular day-trip option, but check passport requirements for EU/non-EU travellers.
- A new cycle lane along the coastal road from Kos Town to Tigaki opened in 2024 – bike rental is cheap and a good way to avoid traffic in July.
- The main seafront promenade in Kos Town has several new tavernas and cafés opened in 2025; expect slightly higher prices than side streets but better views.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to GIAKALIS, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing the side or rear, away from the main road. The third floor is the highest (assuming the building has one ground plus three upper floors), so you get less footfall noise in the corridor. These rooms are likely to be quieter and have a better view across the surrounding low-rise buildings.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the reception or the lift lobby. Ground-floor rooms suffer from street-level noise (if the hotel is on a road) and from early-morning comings and goings in the lobby. Also avoid rooms directly above the hotel's bar or restaurant, if you can check at check-in – those can get noisy until late.
Best views
Given the address 'Kos' (likely the town or the island), and it being a 3-star property on or near the town's main streets, rooms on the upper floors facing the front might have a glimpse of the harbour or the old town castle. But for actual quietness, a side or rear view is better – you'll miss the sea but gain peace.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors should be the quietest. They are above most street-level disturbance and have less overhead noise than top-floor rooms (if there's no floor above). For standard three-storey construction, these middle-to-top floors are your best bet.
🔊 Noise notes
Kos town has busy streets with scooters, delivery trucks, and late-night pedestrians. The hotel is almost certainly on a road (common for 3-star hotels in the centre), so expect traffic noise until around midnight and from early morning. A side or back room is essential. Also, if the hotel has a pool, rooms above the pool terrace can get daytime splashing noise.
Insider tips
1) Ask at check-in for a room on the third floor facing the back – they are usually the last to go. 2) If you arrive early, drop your bags and ask the receptionist to call you when the room is ready – they often clean quiet rooms first. 3) For parking, many Kos town hotels have no on-site parking – the nearest public car park is near the harbour, a 10-minute walk. Confirm at booking.
- 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
酒店设施 — GIAKALIS
Free throughout, typical speed 25 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up; no login, just accept terms on browser.
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers; common-area tablet with free access to news websites.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop free from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €20 (subject to availability).
Free for same-day arrivals and departures; no overnight storage.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms.
Free on-site outdoor parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served); no EV charging. Nearest public car park 200 m south at Akti Miaouli, €5/night.
收费、税收和存款
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per room per night (2026 tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
信仰与饮食附近
- Church: Agios Xenis (52 m · ~1 min walk)
当地生活方式与娱乐
Caravia Beach Theatre — 771 m · ~10 min walk
Caravia Beach Playground — 825 m · ~10 min walk
五分钟无线电必需品
Nearest — 264 m · ~3 min walk
ΜΑΡΙΑ — 927 m · ~12 min walk
货币与货币
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in town for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or main tourist square near the harbour as they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless common; some smaller bars and market stalls prefer cash, so carry €20-€50 in notes.
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service; taxis: round up to nearest euro; hotel staff: €1-2 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
吃,购物和旅行在一个预算
Cheap car hire →Freddo espresso at any local kafeneio or bakery – about €2-3.
Gyros pita from a takeaway: €3-4; a souvlaki skewer with bread and salad: around €5-6.
A simple main course (moussaka, grilled fish) at a family taverna: €10-12.
The area around Eleftherias Square and the main market lane has several gyros shops and bakeries selling cheese pies and spanakopita for €2-3.
AB Vassilopoulos and Market In are common supermarket chains in Kos town; also smaller local minimarkets.
The main shopping streets (e.g., Venizelou, Pavlou) have budget chain stores like H&M and Zara; also a street market on Saturdays near the fortress for lower-cost items.
Bus from airport to Kos town centre (line 1) costs around €2; for island-wide travel, single bus tickets are €1.50-€2.50 (no day pass — buy ticket on board).
1) Buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than beach kiosks; 2) Eat where locals queue — away from the harbour front; 3) Skip expensive boat trips from the port and walk the free coastal path to Psalidi beach.
好知道 — Kos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
KosFor all emergencies dial 112. Tourist police in Kos Town: +30 22420 24444. Coastguard: 108 or +30 22420 27333. For non-urgent medical advice, call 115 (Kos Health Centre). Emergency numbers work from any landline or mobile in Greece.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at GIAKALIS
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 264 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →围绕
Kos Town bus station (Megalou Alexandrou) → Sunrise Apartments, Psalidi
💡 Flag the bus down anywhere on the coast road. Tell the driver 'Sunrise' or 'Psalidi' – they know the stop. Cash only, exact change preferred.
Kos Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → Kos Town central bus station
💡 From the town bus station, walk 15 mins east along the coast road to Psalidi, or take another local bus (line 1) towards Lambi – driver will drop you near the apartments.
Kos International Airport (KGS) → Sunrise Apartments, Psalidi area
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in. Official taxis have a yellow sign on the roof and a meter; if no meter runs, negotiate hard.
Kos Port (ferry dock, Kos Town) → Sunrise Apartments, Psalidi
💡 If arriving by ferry, skip the scrum at the port taxi rank and walk 100m inland to Eleftheriou Venizelou street – easier to flag one there. Tip: locals often hire drivers by the half-day for island tours; ask your hotel front desk for recommendations.
常见问题
What are the best rooms at GIAKALIS?
Request a room on the third floor facing the side or rear, away from the main road. The third floor is the highest (assuming the building has one ground plus three upper floors), so you get less footfall noise in the corridor. These rooms are likely to be quieter and have a better view across the surrounding low-rise buildings.
Which rooms should I avoid at GIAKALIS?
Avoid any rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the reception or the lift lobby. Ground-floor rooms suffer from street-level noise (if the hotel is on a road) and from early-morning comings and goings in the lobby. Also avoid rooms directly above the hotel's bar or restaurant, if you can check at check-in – those can get noisy until late.
Is GIAKALIS noisy?
Kos town has busy streets with scooters, delivery trucks, and late-night pedestrians. The hotel is almost certainly on a road (common for 3-star hotels in the centre), so expect traffic noise until around midnight and from early morning. A side or back room is essential. Also, if the hotel has a pool, rooms above the pool terrace can get daytime splashing noise.
Which rooms have the best views at GIAKALIS?
Given the address 'Kos' (likely the town or the island), and it being a 3-star property on or near the town's main streets, rooms on the upper floors facing the front might have a glimpse of the harbour or the old town castle. But for actual quietness, a side or rear view is better – you'll miss the sea but gain peace.
What are insider tips for staying at GIAKALIS?
1) Ask at check-in for a room on the third floor facing the back – they are usually the last to go. 2) If you arrive early, drop your bags and ask the receptionist to call you when the room is ready – they often clean quiet rooms first. 3) For parking, many Kos town hotels have no on-site parking – the nearest public car park is near the harbour, a 10-minute walk. Confirm at booking.
What time is check-in at GIAKALIS?
Check-in at GIAKALIS is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does GIAKALIS have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout, typical speed 25 Mbps down / 10 Mbps up; no login, just accept terms on browser.
Is there a city or tourist tax at GIAKALIS?
€1.50 per room per night (2026 tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near GIAKALIS?
Gyros pita from a takeaway: €3-4; a souvlaki skewer with bread and salad: around €5-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from GIAKALIS?
Bus from airport to Kos town centre (line 1) costs around €2; for island-wide travel, single bus tickets are €1.50-€2.50 (no day pass — buy ticket on board).
When is the best time to visit Kos?
May, June, September – warm enough for swimming (25–30°C), long daylight, and fewer crowds than July–August.
Kos热门景点
💡 Don't bother with the overpriced tourist shops around it. Instead, grab a coffee from the nearby café on Plateia Platanou and sit on the steps watching the locals walk by.
💡 The castle grounds are free to enter but the interior isn't. Go at sunset for the best light, and climb the short ramp just inside the main gate for a panoramic photo without the ticket.
💡 Visit early morning before the heat and crowds. The shaded paths near the plane trees give you clear views of the mosaic floors without paying for the adjacent museum.
💡 If you're here the first Sunday, arrive just before 10:00 when it opens — it's small and fills up fast. The garden courtyard has nice shade and a few benches. Otherwise, the museum is not worth the full price unless you're very keen.
💡 Take the local bus from Kos Town central station (€1.80, runs every 30 mins) to Marmari village, then walk 15 mins north. Bring your own food and water — the tavernas are 10 mins inland.