Rodos Palace

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 Rhodes, Ixia Bay
 Rating: Five stars

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  The privileged Rodos Palace is a gorgeous multistorey holiday pleasure-dome conveniently nestled in a select place, extending from a cool green hill down to an idyllic beach.
Majestic Rodos Palace, on the historical island of Rhodes, quite simply represents the ultimate in deluxe resort and convention facilities in Greece. The venue offers a cornucopia of outstanding facilities and services, leisure time activities and comforts.
Having within its premises the International Convention, large recognized as one of the most complete in the Mediterranean region, Rodos Palace emerges as a meeting and incentive destination par-excellence.

Architecture
From the heart of the complex rises an elegant 20-storey tower with luxurious rooms and suites, offering spectacular views of the gardens or the blue Aegean Sea. Adjacent to the Tower stands the 7 storey Executive VIP Wing, fully dedicated to the special needs of business travelers and conference delegates. On the slope o the hill, within well-kept gardens are 14 units with studios, apartments and bungalows.

Interior Design
Initially decorated by the famous American hotel designer Maurice Bailey, who during his career created 50 top hotels and private homes of famous personalities such as Conrad Hilton, Kirk Douglas and Loretta Young as well as Palaces including that of the Emperor Shah of Iran. His colossal work is greatly appreciated and much admired around the world.
The radical renovation of the 20th Storey Tower and reception areas, completed by the beginning of the year 2001, has been planned and undertaken by renowned Demou & Associates Interior Designers.

Hotel facilities
MInternet access, ISDN lines, E-mail, Fax, Photocopying, 24 hrs Reception Desk with multilingual staff, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Valet, 24 hrs Room service (excluding apartments), Non-Smoking floor (Executive Wing), interconnecting rooms (Executive Wing), TV conference channel, Safe deposit boxes (at the Reception area), Parking facilities for 350 cars, Air condition (middle June - end September), Animation activities (middle May - middle October), electric current 220V, foreign exchange, wheelchair, check-out time 12:00 noon. All major credit cards accepted. Services available on request: Doctor, Babysitting, Photographer, Video, Translator, Interpretation and Secretarial services, Excursions, Sightseeing tours, Yacht charters.

Standard rooms
Fully renovated in 2000, the 357 standard rooms are located in the 20-storey Tower and have stunning views of the Aegean Sea, the well-kept gardens and surrounding hills. All rooms are luxuriously appointed with a full range of facilities including balcony, en-suite bathroom with hairdryer, air conditioning / heating, mini bar, satellite colour television with Pay TV and info channels, radio and taped music, direct dial digital telephone with Voice Mail, on hook dialing & single touch buttons to hotel services and 24-hour room service.

Executive VIP
Located in the 7-storey Executive VIP wing with their exclusive lifts, executive guest rooms combine classic comforts with the convenience of state-of-the-art technology. Each executive guest room has an elegant seating area with a leather Chesterfield sofa, walnut executive desk and a bed with an orthopedic mattress.
Facilities include air conditioning - heating with thermostat controls, automatic security lock with a magnetic card, mirrored closets, mini bar, satellite colour television set with bedside controls, pay TV and teletext services including guests' view bill, two direct dial digital telephone sets with Voice Mail, on hook dialing & single touch buttons to hotel services and 24-hour room service. The large bathroom is designed in marble with stained-glass ceiling lighting, hair/body dryer and telephone extension.
All of the guests of the Executive VIP Wing, Suites and Presidential Villas enjoy the following privileged services: American buffet breakfast in a private restaurant, Dinner in a private restaurant, Complimentary bottle of local wine upon arrival, A welcome drink per person in any of the hotel's bars, club or piano lounge, Privileged rates at the Fitness Center, sauna, hamam, Jacuzzi, the tennis courts and the gourmet piano restaurant "La Rotisserie".

Junior Suites
The 24 Junior Suites are located on the 20-storey Tower all facing the Aegean Sea. Having the size of two standard rooms, they consist of a master bedroom and a living room divided by a wooden sliding divider. The bedroom has a dedicated dressing area and the living room contains additionally a round table with four armchairs, a sofa that can be converted in two beds, one telephone set and a Satellite Color TV set (27").

Presidential Suites
Living in one the five Presidential Suites of the Rodos Palace simply implies that you have chosen a spacious, luxurious and prestigious place to spend most of the time of your precious holidays. A Presidential Suite consists of two large rooms: A spacious sitting and dining room and through the interconnecting door, a bedroom with desk and sitting area separated from the bedroom space by a ceiling-height sliding panel.
The bedroom has a fully equipped bathroom and en suite dressing area, while in the dining room there is a guests' WC. Both the bedroom and dining room have separate entrances and ceiling-high windows enabling guests to enjoy fascinating and panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The Presidential Suites have been tastefully decorated in pastel colours by the famous designer Maurice Bailey. Numerous world famous personalities, celebrities and VIPs have stayed in these suites including the Heads and Presidents of European countries during the 1988 European Union's Summit Meeting.

Royal Suites
Located on the top floor of the Executive VIP Wing, the Royal Suite represents the utmost in luxury, convenience and comfort. It comprises a spacious master bedroom, large living and dining rooms and optionally two interconnected Executive VIP rooms. Convenient facilities include a writing desk, built-in bar, four digital telephone sets, two colour TVs with video, the latest Hi Fi system, tall and spacious mirrored closets, guest WC and a luxuriously marble-clad bathroom with separate shower stall and Jacuzzi bath. The predominant colour schemes are in soft beige and pink and only the finest materials for carpets, upholstery, wall coverings and curtains have been selected to provide a quite unique air of luxurious elegance and prestige to its distinguished guests.

Corner Suites
As their name implies the seven Corner Suites are located on the corner of each of the floors in the Executive VIP Wing. All have a balcony facing the outdoor pools and the hotel's gardens. They consist of a main bedroom with a king size bed and a secondary room with two single beds. A wooden sliding panel separates the two rooms. All furniture is custom made in a unique design with the finest materials, while the dark brown colour scheme chosen for carpets, upholstery, wall coverings and curtains creates an impact of class and prestige for the guests.

Studios
Located in the gently sloping, verdant hill, the studios are ideal for two guests seeking complete privacy. Studios consist of a comfortable, united area functioning at the same time as a bedroom and living room.

Apartments
Situated on the upper gardens hillside overlooking the Aegean Sea, the apartments are ideal for 2-4 guests seeking tranquility and relaxation. Apartments consist of two rooms which are connected with a hallway: the master bedroom with additional telephone set and two night stands and the spacious living room with two sofas accommodating two extra persons overnight.

Bungalows
Located on the top of the garden hill, guests in the maisonette-style bungalows enjoy fascinating views of the Aegean Sea. Bungalows are constructed on three split-level comprising an entrance level with a hall way and adjacent shower room/WC, a kitchen room. On the second level there is a living room with additionally two sofas accommodating two extra persons overnight. The master bedroom is located on the third level and has additionally a telephone set, two night stands, dressing table with mirror and a full bathroom with bathtub.

Presidential Villas
The two interconnected Presidential Villas are located on the top of a green hill overlooking the entire resort complex and the deep-blue Aegean Sea. Each covers a total floor area of 110 m2, and comprises a spacious master bedroom, separate guests' WC and a luxurious marble-clad bathroom, an ample living and dining room and a fully equipped kitchen with a built-in bar. The custom made elegant furniture, together with the beautiful brass chandeliers and the stone-carved fireplace enhance the natural beauty of the wall paintings, specially created by renowned local artists and give the villas a brilliant and immense visual impact. The wide bay-window doors give the villas an air of spaciousness and lead to a private garden where the distinguished guests can relax and sunbathe with a unique feeling of tranquility, serenity and peace. The Presidential Villas have been used repeatedly by many celebrities, VIPs and Heads of State who have enjoyed the comfort, security and prestige they so lavishly provide.

All apartments, bungalows and studios feature
Balcony or terrace with stunning views of the Aegean Sea or the well kept gardens, Air-conditioning/ heating, Satellite Color TV set (21") with remote control, radio channels, Pay TV channel and teletext service. Direct dial (IDD) telephone with Voice Mail, Single touch buttons to hotel services, Long bath with tub/shower combination, Luxurious toiletries, Hairdryer (only for apartments), Large closet with a luggage bench, Dining table with 4 chairs, Sitting area with 2 armchairs and a coffee table, Compact kitchenette containing refrigerator and electric rings, Cooking and serving utensils, Microwave, water boiler, and toaster, Dressing table.

Dining options
Dining and Entertainment choices on the hotel form an eclectic mix of 6 speciality restaurants including the Gourmet Restaurant "La Rotisserie", cafes, a delightful Piano Lounge Bar and Disco Club with daily shows, which makes our guest often spoiled for choice.
Gallery Cafe - A bright and cheerful French style cafe with an air of relaxed luxury for an informal start to the day.
La Terrasse - An elegant, sophisticated restaurant with pleasingly fresh decor and superb views of the pools and terraces, serving American buffet breakfast exclusively for the Executive VIP Wing & Suites guests.
Super Family - A self service restaurant with selected menus for all family members, including a mini buffet unit serving all kinds of favorite children's dishes (open only during High Season).
Pool Restaurant - Traditional Greek & International speciality dishes served daily in a casual setting beside the outdoor pools.
Ambrosia Dining Hall - The hotel's main dining hall, annexed with the Nectar and Castellania Dining Rooms, is the hotel's table d'hote restaurant.
La Rotisserie Gourmet-Piano-Restaurant - The famous gourmet restaurant where attention to detail transforms dining into an art. Exquisite haute cuisine grill room where gastronomic delights include classic grilled meats and seafood served in an intimate atmosphere with talented piano playing and singing to accompany.
Yacht Bar - For cool & refreshing long drink, or a fresh juices or exotic cocktails under the wooden pavilion.
Amphitrion Piano Bar - An intimate and delightful rendez-vous place with relaxing soothing strains of favorite piano melodies every evening.
Dome Music Bar & Club - Live performances and extravaganzas beside the indoor pool under a spectacular glass dome.
Terasse Bar - An elegant Bar with atrium reserved only for private functions and cocktails.

Leisure and Sport
Leisure days can be spent around the 3 exquisite outdoor pools, the Fitness Center or the superb family area, especially designed to meet the needs of parents with children of all ages. A variety of activities like horse-riding school, 18-hole championship golf court and yachting are also available within a short distance from the hotel. For sports enthusiasts the hotel offers 2 floodlit tennis courts, water-polo and table tennis. Scuba-diving lessons are offer during high season at the outdoor pools area from professional trainers.

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