The Greek islands have always been and remain the most attractive tourist destination for travelers from all over the world, and among them one of the most popular is Rhodes - the famous island that is mentioned in the legend of the Odyssey.
In this article we will talk about the beautiful resort city of Lindos and the wonderful Lindos Royal Hotel 4 *, which is located on its coast. This hotel is considered the best not only in this resort, but throughout the island of Greece. Each of the guests, having crossed the threshold of this magnificent four-star hotel, immediately feels himself a welcome guest. Helpful staff is ready to fulfill their every desire, to help in solving any problems.
Pearl of the Mediterranean
Lindos is a small seaside village, which is also a valuable archaeological site. It is located on the southeastern coast of about. Rhodes, on the picturesque cape of Cranes. From the island’s capital, where local air gates are located, this resort is 46 kilometers away. Its coast is two beautiful harbor bays, and the town itself seems to lie at the base of an impregnable cliff, which is crowned by an acropolis. Among the sights of the village is the fortress of the Knights of the Order of St. John the Baptist and the small antique temple of the goddess Athena, which was erected in the 4th century BC. e. If you purchase a tour to Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * in Rhodes, you can thoroughly, without haste, inspect these historical monuments. For tourists planning to visit Fr. Rhodes and historical places of interest, and only then - beach holidays, it is better to buy tours either at the beginning or at the end of summer or even in the velvet season. Indeed, in the summer heat, under the scorching sun, visiting tourist sites under the open sky is extremely inconvenient.
Description
The name of one of the two harbors was given in honor of the holy Apostle Paul. According to legend, he arrived here in 57 A.D. e. and began to preach to the locals the Christian faith.
Before his arrival, the Lindos revered the elder Cleobulus, one of the seven outstanding ancient Greek sages. By the way, his grave is one of the most visited historical monuments and shrines on the island. This is a round cylindrical structure, which has a burial chamber made of stone (6th century BC).
Another famous monument of ancient architecture is the "Archocrat", which is a monumental building of the Hellenistic era. It is also included in the required excursion route. Representatives of the Arkhocratic family are buried here.
Almost all tourists who came to the island of Rhodes come to these attractions. To do this, they have to travel tens of kilometers by bus, but vacationers in Lindos hotels, for example, in the Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * (in the ranking of local hotels, it occupies a leading position), can make walking tours to them, and at that time, when there are fewer tourists, for example, in the early morning or evening, after sunset.
sights
Lindos is truly an open-air museum, which is why fans of informative tours mostly come here, and therefore in most hotels, including the Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * (Lindos / Rhodes), there are tour agencies where you can book a trip to various architectural monuments both in the city itself and in different parts of the island.
In addition to the ancient shrines, there are many Christian ones. So on the approach to Lindos, in the village of Archangelos, there are the temple and monastery of Panagia Tsambika. It stores the miraculous icon of the Mother of God, which patronizes those women who wish to soon become pregnant. Here you will always see childless couples from all over the world.
Natural attractions are also interesting, for example, picturesque lagoons, sandy beaches casting gold in the sun, the underwater world of quiet harbors, where you can see corals of incredible shape and unusually beautiful fish, nature reserves, such as “Seven Springs” (Epta piges). Many tourists who arrived at the Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * are first of all interested in him, because, according to legend, swimming in the lake, which was formed in the rock as a result of the confluence of 7 mountain streams, can be completely cleansed of all sins and ailments.
How to get there
As already noted, Lindos from the island's capital - the city of the same name Rhodes - is located 48 kilometers. Since the island’s only airport is located in the capital, the plane you fly on will take you there, and only then you will go to the hotel either by land (by car or bus) or by water (boarding a boat in the port of Mandraki )
For its guests Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * (Greece, Rhodes, Lindos) organizes a transfer. However, you can refuse this, and instead rent a car in advance, which will be waiting for you at the Rhodes airport. To do this, you need to have with you an international standard driver's license and the corresponding amount. As a rule, the cost of one day rental is from 30 euros, depending on the parameters of the car (brand, year of manufacture, etc.).
Description of the hotel Lindos Royal 4 *
Until June 20, 2011, this hotel complex had a different name, and only after that it began to be called the “Lindos Royal Hotel”. Despite the fact that only 4 stars flaunt its facade, nevertheless, in the general hotel rating Lindos Royal Hotel 4 *, the photo of which you see in this article, occupies rather high positions, and according to visitors' reviews, it deserves to be called a luxury hotel . “Lindos Royal” consists of one main multi-storey building and 9 three-story buildings, spread among a lush tropical garden with palm trees and flowering shrubs, the aroma of which spreads throughout the district, creating a fabulous atmosphere.
Location
The hotel is built on the southeast coast of Rhodes, on the second beach line. That is why the beach season here lasts a little longer than in other areas of the island. Just a few minutes walk from it, a beautiful sandy beach opens in front of tourists, which surrounds the picturesque bay. From the city of Lindos to the complex - 4 kilometers. Rhodes Airport, where tourists arrive, is 48 kilometers away.
Number of rooms
In total, the Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * 337 rooms of three categories:
- Double Room - they consist of one room-bedroom with a large double bed and are designed for two guests.
- Twin Room - unlike the first, these rooms have two twin beds. They are also designed for 2 guests.
- Junior Suite - rooms of this category consist of two rooms - a bedroom and a living room. Some of these rooms have a double bed in the bedroom, while others have two single beds. In the living room there are two armchairs-beds. So in these rooms a group of 4 people can freely live. The rooms are separated by an arch.
Description of rooms
The entire interior of the Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * is created in the style of colonial architecture. The floor is tiled. All rooms have either balconies or terraces, and the rooms on the first floor have verandas. All are furnished with outdoor furniture (table and chairs). They are very convenient for relaxing here in the evenings with a cup of tea or coffee. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TVs with satellite channels, there is a telephone with direct international dialing, mini fridge; safe.
The bathroom includes a hairdryer, towels, and all the necessary toiletries. In their reviews, tourists Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * say that sometimes the wait staff is in no hurry with the addition of shampoo or toilet paper, and also hesitates with the change of towels and linen. However, if necessary, this can be reported to the duty officer on the floor or building, and then this issue will be resolved in a matter of minutes. Cleaning is carried out daily, room service is round-the-clock (for a fee).
Hotel infrastructure
As already noted, all the hotel buildings are located on the vast territory of a flowering garden. Free parking is available in front of the hotel, where you can rent a car. On the territory of “Lindos Royal” there is also a supermarket where tourists can buy everything they need during their vacation. There is also a boutique in which branded clothes are sold, but the prices are very high, and it is better to refrain from shopping, and only if absolutely necessary you can buy anything from here.
Service
Free Wi-Fi is available in all public areas of the hotel. The business center has modern office equipment: fax, photocopy, printer, several computers, etc. At the rental point, everyone can rent a bicycle, a motorbike, as well as equipment for water sports. On the ground floor of the main building there is also a tour desk, contacting which you can sign up for various excursions. The hotel has a laundry and dry cleaning service, there is a currency exchange, a medical room where you can turn for help at any time of the day (medications are chargeable).
Entertainment and sports
Hotel Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * features a spa. Here lovers of spa treatments will be able to get a full range of services: massage, body wraps, bathtubs, masks. By the way, some procedures are carried out using the gifts of the Mediterranean Sea. On the territory of the hotel for the entertainment of tourists there are two outdoor pools, around which there are sun loungers and umbrellas, as well as a pool bar that serves a wide variety of cocktails and desserts. This is the favorite place for all who love to sunbathe in comfortable conditions. By the way, at certain hours, trainers conduct classes in water aerobics. Sports enthusiasts can play volleyball on the volleyball court or basketball on the corresponding field. There are also two tennis courts, ping-pong tables and billiards.
Services for children
Greece is a country in which a special attitude towards children, and every family resting here with kids, feels this on themselves. Young tourists will find a lot of interesting entertainments on the territory of the hotel that will not let them get bored. For them there is a playground with a sandbox, swings and slides, a mini club where you can have fun among your peers, play various games, watch cartoons. In the water area there is a paddling pool with a slide. And if parents want to poison themselves at some entertainment center in the evening, then they can call a babysitter. And for young tourists every night a fun disco is held, and the animators are ready to entertain them throughout the day.
Nutrition
The Lindos Royal Hotel operates on an all-inclusive basis. The main restaurant of the complex serves tables for breakfast, lunch and dinner with various dishes of mainly European (Mediterranean) cuisine, appetizers, pastries, salads, vegetables and fruits, cold and hot drinks in the form of a buffet. The hotel also has an à la carte restaurant, where themed evenings are held every evening dedicated to a particular country, and in the snack bar, which is located under the main restaurant, you can enjoy interesting sandwiches and snacks with drinks - it works until late. In the lobby of the main building is a very cozy lobby bar. It is open from 10am to 6pm. Tourists can try various cocktails and local snacks here. And another bar is available by the pool.
Beach
Despite the fact that the hotel is not located on the first coastline, the beach can be reached in a couple of minutes. Sun loungers and umbrellas, as well as towels are provided free of charge for guests, and water activities - diving, snorkeling, water skiing, parachuting over the sea, boat trip - all this is paid.
Hotel compliments
According to the decision of the administration of the Royal Hotel in Lindos, some categories of guests receive compliments - pleasant surprises, presents. So, the newlyweds who spend their honeymoon here, when checking in, are waiting for a fruit basket and a bottle of champagne. The hotel presents a birthday cake with candles, and a bottle of excellent wine awaits regular guests.
Lindos Royal Hotel 4 * (Rhodes): reviews and ratings of tourists
What do the former guests write about this hotel? A lot of good and a little bad. So, almost all guests consider the hotel's pluses amazing service in restaurants and cafes. Everyone eagerly praises the chef, who masterfully prepares international dishes. They are fed exclusively with fresh products, seafood, grilled fish and even sushi. Well-groomed territory is also considered a great advantage. And most of the tourists are satisfied with the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
But on the issue of cleanliness in Lindos Royal Hotel 4 *, the reviews are mixed. Some praise the work of maids, while others, on the contrary, complain about their unnecessary and uncleanliness. Among the minuses is an uncomfortable beach. Tourists say that because of the unsuccessful entry into the sea, many then go with abrasions. However, this issue has a solution: next to the hotel there is another, small-pebble beach, which is much more convenient for lazy relaxation, however, for sunbeds and umbrellas here you will need to pay about 7 euros per day. In all other respects, tourists are very pleased with both the service and the internal structure of the hotel, and many of them write that they will certainly return here again.