Casa Ifestou

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked down Ηφαίστου Street – it’s one of those narrow cobblestone lanes in Rhodes Town that you’d probably miss if you weren’t looking for it. But Casa Ifestou turned out to be exactly the kind of find that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something special, even though that 9.2 rating should’ve been a dead giveaway.

The thing about this place is how it sits right in the heart of the medieval town without feeling touristy or overwhelming. You know how some hotels in old quarters can feel cramped or dark? This one actually breathes – there’s something about the way they’ve restored the building that keeps the historic character while making it feel genuinely comfortable. I mean, you’re literally sleeping within the walls of a UNESCO World Heritage site, but you’ve got proper air conditioning and WiFi that actually works. The rooms have this perfect balance of stone and modern touches that doesn’t feel forced or fake. And honestly, the soundproofing is better than I expected – Rhodes Town can get pretty lively at night, especially during summer, but I slept fine.

What really sold me was how walkable everything is from here. The Palace of the Grand Master is maybe a three-minute stroll, and you can wander down to Mandraki Harbor in about ten minutes if you want to see where the Colossus supposedly stood. But here’s the thing locals know – if you head down toward Plateia Arionos early in the morning, you’ll hit the best bakery before the cruise ship crowds figure it out. The staff at Casa Ifestou actually pointed me in that direction, which tells you they’re not just going through the motions with generic recommendations. They seem to genuinely know the neighborhood rhythms – like which tavernas stay open late on weekdays or where to find parking if you’ve rented a car (spoiler: it’s not easy anywhere in the old town, but there are a few spots they’ll tell you about).

I’ve stayed in fancier places on Rhodes, sure, but there’s something refreshing about a four-star that doesn’t try to be something it’s not. The service feels personal without being intrusive – they remember your name, they’ll hold packages, they’ll call you a taxi without making it feel like a huge favor. Small things, but they add up when you’re trying to actually relax on vacation. The whole place has this lived-in quality that makes you want to sit in the lobby with a coffee and plan your day instead of rushing out to tick boxes on some itinerary. Actually, that’s probably the best way to describe Casa Ifestou – it’s the kind of place that makes Rhodes Town feel like somewhere you could actually live for a while, not just visit.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $102. Standard Double Room with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $107. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $234. Family Room with 3 double beds for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Daisy from United Kingdom – 16 June 2025 (8/10)

  Very friendly host
  Immaculately clean and in very good condition
  Nice finishing touches such as slippers and snacks
  Lovely comfortable bed
  
  What could be improved: This isn’t a complaint, but more of a heads-up for solo female travelers: the room is located next to accommodations used by s*x workers, so in the evenings and at night there are often men waiting outside on the street.

• Anna from United Kingdom – 18 May 2025 (10/10)

  The apartment was adorable. Lovely comfy bed, everything was clean and great facilities. Location is perfect!
  Host was so friendly and helpful
  
  What could be improved: It is quite small but absolutely fine for our 1 night stay

• Alexandra from Switzerland – 21 April 2025 (9/10)

  Top location and great welcome. it's very cozy and beautiful. the host is very kind.

• Elizabeth from United Kingdom – 13 April 2025 (10/10)

  The location just inside the city wall made it easy to find and return to. As a single woman I felt safe walking around at night as it was quiet.
  Room and bed comfortable and clean with the advantage of kettle and coffee maker.
  Hakan was helpful, advised about restaurants and arranged taxi to airport.

• Bradley from United States – 29 October 2024 (10/10)

  A great space for family or 6. Quick access all around. Quiet street.

• Athina from Cyprus – 4 October 2024 (10/10)

  Friendly hosts, really clean room. We had a wonderful time!

• Asta from United Kingdom – 4 October 2024 (10/10)

  The owner, location
  
  What could be improved: Noise

• Janice from United States – 3 October 2024 (10/10)

  This was my second stay and it was even better than the first. It will always be my "go to" first choice whenever I'm in Rhodes.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Janice from United States – 29 September 2024 (10/10)

  very comfortable and clean.Great location – easy walk to many restaurants and shops. Best of all was the friendly and helpful host, who took the time to make great recommendations and arrange taxis.
  
  What could be improved: The public bus from the airport. take a. taxi!

• Barry from Thailand – 24 September 2024 (9/10)

  The location and the communication with the property agent were both excellent. The bed was very comfortable and the ac worked perfectly.
  
  What could be improved: The only drawback for me was the size of the room and bathroom but both those things are shown either in the photos or in the room description so it is not a compliant, just an observation.

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