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Rio Hotel

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An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, a wooden deck, and a view of the street. - Rio Hotel (Kos)
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a paved courtyard with palm trees. - Rio Hotel (Kos)
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a television. - Rio Hotel (Kos)
A narrow wooden pathway flanked by potted plants and a wooden fence. - Rio Hotel (Kos)
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a clock on the wall. - Rio Hotel (Kos)
Kardamena Port is located near Rio Hotel, which provides a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a TV.

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

Double Standard

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

STUDIO TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Kos, Rio Hotel is in the city center and near the beach. Kardamena Port and Port of Kos are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kefalos Beach. Hippocrates Garden Cultural Center and Lido Waterpark are also worth visiting. Visit our Kos travel guide
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Kardamena, Kos, Kos Island, 85302

What's nearby

  • beach near Καρδάμαινα
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Folklore Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kardamena Port
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kardamena Beach
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • beach near Πυλί - Καρδάμαινα
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Kos (KGS-Kos Island Intl.)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Stone Roses Bar
    9 min walk
  • Bliss Bar
    8 min walk
  • Noa Beach Bar & Restaurant
    12 min walk
  • Louis
    9 min walk
  • Starlight Beach
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 1 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Rio Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rio Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Rio Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Kos, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Folklore Museum and Kardamena Port. Antimachia Castle and Go Kart are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Rio Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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The location is very central and the rooms are very clean and the beds are very comfortable. The manager and his wife are very friendly and helpful. We were given a welcome drink on arrival . Although there isn’t a pool , there are lots of hotels and bars where you can easily use their pools . I would definitely choose this hotel if I visit Kardamaina again .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marco Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, clean and very well located
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, walking distance to centre and beach. Apartment was spotless and extremely clean. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great option in Kos

Quiet large studio with everything you need, comfortable bed. Despite of being very central in Kardamena, it is not noisy. Bus stop is 50 m away and many places to have food around. Some parking spaces are also available. Nice owners. Kardamena is ideal to visit the island and one of the best place to stay in Kos. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We only stayed but it was clean quiet and convenient for ferry
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice hotel, simple, excellent location

Short stay on way to Nisyros. Close to Panagia ferry and airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Gülkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rio Hotel in Kardamena is beautiful and centrally located. The family who runs it is incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready with great tips for restaurants, trips, and beaches. I even forgot my car key at the hotel, and they kindly offered to send it to me by post – amazing service! Highly recommended, and I’d love to come back. 😊🤗
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy from Aus

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Nice Hotel,close to everything.

The Rio was nice,clean,and cool,I found out other places charge extra for aircon but the Rio it is included.The Owner and all staff were so friendly and I wish I had had more nights there.A great example of good service.Noise not an issue on the nights I was there.
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in perfect location.

The Rio hotel has a perfect location for all amenities in Kardamena.The rooms have recently been refurbished to a high standard and are both spacious and comfortable.Well run by very friendly,professional staff,to make your stay most enjoyable.Everything is at your doorstep from taxis,local bus service,many restaurants and bars and takeaways.Of course,the Rio hotel has it's very own bar with many tv's for sport and good music day and night.A very enjoyable stay !!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Very simple, large room, recently refurbished. Clean, tidy, air con, balcony, fridge, safe, TV was a little small with limited channels, all staff were friendly, great location, not too noisy even though it's right in the centre of town. Maybe an extra couple of pillows would've been nice. Other than that it was perfect for what I wanted and being a regular visitor to Kos I would definitely recommend this hotel.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A place to remember

I have no words to say enough thanks to the lovely hotel's owner mr. Vasilis for upgrading our room.for the entire stay (10 days) We loved the views, the neighbourhood, the staff (not many, but efficient ) This place is literally in the middle of everything, from nice dinning spots to souvenir shops and just across there is a CARREFOUR. The beach is 2 minutes walk away from this perfect spot -RIO HOTEL. If somehow we will return to KOS i am sure that RIO HOTEL IS OUR NO.1 CHOICE. Alexandra& Gabriel (room #201)
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Awesome hotel, close to everything, the beach, the supermarket, restaurants and take aways, ATMs. Great service by all the staff. A big thank you to Apostli and Poppy who always looked after us for breakfast, lunch, drinks , midnight snacks. The owners made us feel part of the family, very welcoming at times our kids even played together. The hotel itself is very modern, always clean and our room was very spacious , comfortable beds, nice bathroom and it had tea and coffee making facilities ,(the only hotel I ve been to on the Greek islands that had tea n coffee facilities ) Thank you very much Rio Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Non potevamo fare scelta migliore... posizione centralissima, sulla via principale della graziosa Kardamena Camera molto pulita, ben tenuta ed aria condizionata perfettamente funzionante Personale gentilissimo: l' ultimo giorno avevamo il volo al pomeriggio, e la proprietaria ci ha offerto la possibilità di depositare gratuitamente i bagagli e di farci la doccia dopo il mare Consigliatissimo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dieter

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Ein kleines sehr sauberes, schönes Hotel im Zentrum von Kardamena. Es war Alles , wie in der Hotelbeschreibung angegeben. Wir waren sehr zufrieden.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

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Hotel posizionato sopra un pub di proprietà del titolare all'inizio della zona pedonale di Kardamena. Camere pulite e nuove. Il signor Vasilis è una persona fantastica sempre sorridente e disponibile Ci ha aspettato la notte del nostro arrivo. È sempre stato subito pronto a dare consigli e venirci incontro su tutto. Dopo il check out, ci ha permesso di lasciare le valigie e ci ha fatto fare la doccia prima di andare in aeroporto Avevamo il volo di rientro alle 22.30 ma c'era un allert per mal tempo a Milano e non sapevamo se l'aereo potesse arrivare a Kos. Prontamente ci ha trovato una stanza per l'eventuale emergenza nonostante l'hotel fosse pieno. Sicuramente un'esperienza bellissima in un hotel silenzioso e tranquillo, nonostante la posizione centrale, e con personale gentilissimo. Ci tornerò sicuramente. Grazie Vasilis
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto perfetto! Il personale è molto accogliente e l’hotel tenuto molte bene! La posizione centrale lo rende perfetto!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

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Ottima soluzione per soggiornare a Kos. Kardamena è una località molto comoda per gli spostamenti in tutta l'isola. L'hotel è accogliente, è pulito e la nostra camera (al primo piano, senza ascensore) era confortevole, grande a sufficienza e con un balcone. Forse il materasso era un po' troppo duro. Prezzo competitivo. Buone le pulizie e il servizio. Personale molto gentile.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Enrico

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Personale cortese ambienti puliti
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

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Alles fabelhaft!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ci siamo trovate bene, ottima posizione
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posizione ottima, personale molto gentile
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La struttura ha soddisfatto pienamente le nostre esigenze. Ci è piaciuta la posizione, le camere e il servizio di pulizie. Non c'è qualcosa che non ci sia piaciuta!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Yaseen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice treatment of 2 difficult boys

The hotel owner was very nice even though we were usually drunk and annoying, but he was able to shrug it off and made our stay very pleasant. Above a pub also which is handy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Nobphorn Charoensuk

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สะอาดสะดวกประหยัด
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Vicinissima al mare alla stazione taxi con un pub in stile tipicamente british in pieno centro di kardamena gestito dagli stessi proprietari gentilissimi che ci hanno addirittura accompagnato in aeroporto l'ultimo giorno che non c'erano taxi disponibili x un fortissimo temporale.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019