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Top 10Budget Stays: Dodecanese

1Sea & Sun Studios, Rhodes

Offering good value, this modern complex of air-conditioned and well-equipped holiday studios overlooks a quiet, sandy beach. Each studio has a private terrace or balcony to enjoy the view. There are tavernas nearby. Special deals are available on longer rentals.

2Skala Hotel, Pátmos

Set in a garden full of bougainvillea and tropical shrubs, this traditional Pátmos-style hotel offers guests a quiet and relaxing place to stay. Facilities include attractive rooms, sun decks, a conference suite and restaurant.

  • Skála
  • 22470 31343
  • €50–100

3Hotel Camelia, Kos

An attractive three-star hotel in the centre of Kos Town, Hotel Camelia has 22 air-conditioned rooms. Each room has its own balcony, bathroom, television, kitchen as well as Internet access. A daily maid service is provided. There is a TV lounge, bar and café on site. Private parking is also available.

4Asteri Hotel, Pátmos

Close to Skála’s sights, this appealing hotel boasts traditional Pátmos architecture and is built from local stone. Guestrooms have sea views and good amenities. There is also a breakfast terrace and gardens.

5Amarylis Hotel, Kárpathos

Close to Pigádia’s shops, markets and tavernas, this pretty white-washed hotel offers bright and airy furnished studios and apartments, each with a kitchen, private bathroom and balcony overlooking the gardens.

6Australia Studios, Astypálea

With views of the castle and located just minutes from the beach, this modern complex offers simply furnished studios with kitchens. Its garden is a delight. There are tavernas nearby.

  • Péra Gialós
  • 22430 61275
  • €50–100

7Argyrenia Hotel, Chálki

A collection of studios that sit in gardens of tropical palm trees close to the beach, this inexpensive pension-style hotel makes a good base for budget-conscious visitors. There are a number of tavernas nearby.

  • Emporió
  • 22460 45205
  • €50–100

8Galini Studios, Kálymnos

The island of Télendos can be seen from most of the studios in this charming pension-style guesthouse. Popular with climbers, it is close to many recognized climbing and trekking routes, as well as village tavernas.

9Afendoulis, Kos

An inexpensive family-run hotel close to the marina and Kos Town centre, the Afendoulis has pleasingly presented air-conditioned rooms, with showers and Internet access. It has a jasmine-filled garden where breakfast is served.

10Hotel Rodon, Pátmos

The balconies of the attractive Hotel Rodon’s well-equipped and air-conditioned guestrooms afford views of the harbour or St John’s Monastery. The beach, as well as a number of restaurants, are located close by.

  • Skála
  • 22470 31371
  • under €50