Kyra Maria 2, view Apartment

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Kyra Maria 2? The name’s a bit quirky – sounds more like someone’s aunt than a hotel – but honestly, that’s part of its charm. This place sits right on Kalamatas Street, which puts you smack in the heart of Rhodes Town without the tourist trap chaos you get closer to the harbor. I mean, you’re still walking distance to everything that matters, but you can actually sleep at night without drunk cruise passengers singing outside your window.

The apartment itself is surprisingly spacious for a European city center spot. Four stars feels about right – it’s not going to wow you with fancy marble or anything, but everything works properly and the view (which, let’s be honest, is why you’re here) delivers exactly what it promises. From the balcony, you get this nice slice of Rhodes Town that includes some medieval wall sections and red tile rooftops. It’s not a sweeping panorama, but it’s authentically Greek in that lived-in way that’s actually better than postcard perfect. The AC works well too, which matters more than you think when you’re dealing with July heat and that specific Mediterranean humidity that makes everything stick to you.

What I really appreciated was how the owners clearly live locally – there’s this folder of handwritten recommendations that includes places like where to get the best souvlaki on Orfeos Street (definitely not the touristy spots) and which pharmacy stays open late. Small stuff, but it shows they actually know the neighborhood. The kitchen’s basic but functional if you want to grab groceries from the little market around the corner, though honestly, with tavernas this good nearby, why would you cook? Parking can be tricky on Kalamatas itself, but there’s usually something within a block or two if you don’t mind a short walk. Check-in was smooth – they met us right at the apartment, showed us how the quirky shower works (you have to hold the handle just so), and gave us their actual phone number, not some call center. The 9-star rating makes sense when you factor in the location, the working amenities, and that it costs about half what you’d pay for comparable spots in the Old Town proper. It’s not luxury, but it’s real Rhodes living with tourist-friendly touches.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $185. Three-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Indra from Germany – 6 August 2024 (9/10)

  Sehr gut ausgestattete Wohnung. Vermieter direkt bei Fragen erreichbar.

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