Name: Asterias Bay
Price range: from £469.34pp (7 nights includes flights and transfers)

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Let's start by being honest - if you are considering to stay in this hotel, it means that, like me, you want to have an experience in Greece, or by the sea, and for the moment you don't have much capital to invest in a better option (or you might be simply a cheapskate and don't want to spend much on a trip). Whichever is the case, I can guarantee you that you are going to get what you paid for from this hotel.

I am from a developing country (Brazil), which means my standards are fairly different from other people. I am satisfied with the average. In fact, if I can put up with a certain situation, I am not going to bother with it. However, my partner is Czech, thus has other standards, opinions and expectations. He was disappointed by the hotel.

Hotel - It is a simple hotel, there is no luxury. There are two swimming pools - one for adults and older kids (I'd say 7 year olds on) and one for younger kids. The pool is not very clean and not very big. Wifi works mainly in the reception. Maybe the reason it didn't work well in our room was because we were in the basement room.

Room - We stayed in a room in the basement. Initially we were placed in a room which window didn't open. Also, it smelled. I was ok with it, but my partner couldn't put up with it and decided to complain. The receptionist was extremely friendly and moved us to another room, still in the basement (I believe the change happened because of the availability, but let's give them some credit). Simple furniture, simple floor, so we had to keep our shoes on. The bathroom was small, and had a drain right in the middle - it looked quite disgusting, so we kept our shoes on also in the bathroom.

Staff - It was probably the most positive thing in the hotel - very friendly people. The morning receptionist was the nicest.

Food - We bought the all inclusive package. You have access to a lot of food, but usually the same menu every day. I'd say it was necessity food. If you're expecting Greek food, don't get your hopes up. One terrible thing, that I really hated, was the way the ice-cream was served. The man that served it touched the cone with his hand, not using any kind of paper tissue.

Location - It's very close to the beach. It is in a very secluded place. There aren't many people around, which for us was very positive, since we prefer more quiet places. The hotel is placed in the north part of the island. The north part has mostly pebble beaches, so take your shoes with you. The interesting thing is that the beach kind of changed everyday. If it's very windy, there will be more waves and the water will be more dirty. If there are fewer waves, the water will be clearer and more transparent. On the other side of the island there are many sandy beaches, but they are also very popular, thus there will be lots and lots of people.

So, if you are a resourceful person, go there. Just don't expect much.

You get what you paid for

Lovely clean  small & friendly family run hotel..
Good value / all inclusive price & evening dinner very good with many options to choose ..
Lovely location & views adjacent (2 mins to beach / 5 min stroll to high st ) 
Great Bonus of sunset ...
If in sea view room ! 


Small friendly ideal location 

This hotel is disappointment. Worst thing is the proximity of the airport - every 5 minutes (or less) huge planes take off right above the hotel. I think it is one of the reasons the area is not crowded by hotels. Literally you can´t fall asleep, the noise is deafening. Ear plugs help only a bit. The other unpleasant thing is a combination of big waves (wind blows on western part of the island constantly) and pebbles on the beach. It is difficult to get to water and then leave the sea, waves are unbalancing you and your feet hurt. Wear shoes to water! The third nuisance are mini-bathrooms with tiny shower box. Old, outdated.

Airplanes take off all night just above your head

Was put in this hotel due to a cancelled flight and not by choice. However, If you want basic and cheap then this is your hotel. 
The beds are all single and hard, with worn mattresses on a wooden base. All the furniture is out dated. The bathroom is tiny and has timescale and dirt in places that should be clean (see photos) 
The air con, is noisy and comes on and goes off when it feels like it. 
The curtains in the room, although are nice are more like a hessian than proper curtains so when the sun rises so do you. The whole place needs a refurb and a proper clean and then would be a great little hotel as it’s in a lovely area. 
From the outside it looks nice till you walk through the door. 
It has a pool but never used it. 
The food is okay …. Edible but the out juice is vile. 
The one thing the hotel has going for it is the staff as they are lovely.

Poor

This hotel is for very undemanding people who are looking for real peace and relaxation and do not need an animation program or theater around.
As for the room amenities - everything was fine. Bed, wardrobe, fridge, air conditioning, wi-fi, toilet with shower - what more could you ask for. Yes, the amenities are dated, but I don't go on vacation to spend time in a room.
As for food and drink - better average. The meals were repetitive, but there were several options to choose from, so with a little imagination you could create a different meal every day (but in the heat I especially appreciated the addition of vegetables, feta and watermelon).
In the absence of the staff behind the bar, you could pour yourself any drink and beer you wanted, but it was also on tap in the dining area.
The staff could speak German and English and a little Czech as well.
There were shops nearby with basic necessities and food. Great tavernas that cooked really well and at a ridiculous price (compared to tourist destinations). However, a person flying here must expect noise from the resort next door and from planes, as the airport is a few miles from Theologos. However, after one day we absolutely did not mind that.
The size of the accommodation is also a big advantage. Due to the small capacity and the concentration of people at the hotel, you don't have to worry about not having a sunbed by the pool.
The beach was really a few meters from the hotel, pebble beach. In the morning you could go to the left part, which in the afternoon was used for kiting, but you could also go to the right part, where there was always everything up to 5 people, so you have privacy and quiet.
+ Friendly atmosphere, smiling staff, quiet location, bus stop nearby, taverns with program, bars, shops
- not so much a minus as a weakness is the age of the equipment
PS: if you treat the staff with respect and let the maids 1-2€ here and there, as well as the staff behind the bar, they will do anything for you.

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Asterias Bay in Theologos offers a tranquil getaway on the island of Rhodes, just a short walk from the beach and surrounded by lush, Mediterranean gardens. The hotel provides cosy, air-conditioned rooms with private balconies, offering scenic views of the sea or garden. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, relax on the sun terrace, or dine in the on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of local and international dishes. Theologos village nearby adds a touch of traditional charm, with easy access to windsurfing and other water activities for those looking to explore the coastline.

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