Θεμιστοκλέους 38, Kos Town, 85300, Greece
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Kuburno Roof Overview

First Impressions

When I first spotted Kuburno Roof on Themistokleous Street, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect from a three-star property in the heart of Kos Town. But you know what? Sometimes the best surprises come in unassuming packages. This place sits right in the thick of things — and I mean that in the best possible way. You’re literally steps from everything that matters in the old town, yet somehow it doesn’t feel chaotic or overwhelming.

The Location Sweet Spot

Here’s the thing about staying on Themistokleous — you’re in what locals actually consider the prime spot in Kos Town. I’ve stayed in fancier places that were technically “waterfront” but required a 15-minute walk to get anywhere interesting. Not here. The ancient agora ruins are practically next door, and you can wander to the harbor in about three minutes. What really sold me, though, was discovering that little bakery around the corner that opens at 6 AM — perfect for grabbing fresh tiropita before the tour groups descend.

The Room Experience

My room was on the upper floor (hence the “roof” in the name, I suppose), and honestly, the view caught me off guard. You get these glimpses of the Aegean between the traditional buildings, plus you can actually see the fortress walls from certain angles. The space itself is clean and functional — nothing fancy, but everything works properly. The air conditioning was a godsend during those sweltering July afternoons, and the Wi-Fi actually delivered on its promises, which isn’t always a given in this part of Greece.

Daily Rhythms

What I loved most was how the hotel fits into the natural rhythm of Kos Town. Mornings are quiet — you can hear the street sweepers and early fishermen heading to the harbor. By evening, there’s this gentle buzz of activity as people head out for dinner, but it never gets rowdy or disruptive. The staff seems to understand this balance perfectly. They’re helpful when you need them but never hovering, and they actually know the neighborhood well enough to give you real recommendations, not just the obvious tourist spots.

Why Guests Love It

Look, Kuburno Roof isn’t trying to be something it’s not — and that’s exactly why it works so well. You’re paying for an excellent location and solid, no-nonsense accommodation in a building that feels authentically Greek rather than generically Mediterranean. The fact that couples consistently rave about the location tells you everything you need to know. When you can walk to dinner, stroll to the beach, explore ancient ruins, and still feel like you’re staying somewhere with character rather than a cookie-cutter hotel, well — that’s pretty much the perfect formula for a Kos Town stay.

Kuburno Roof Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 2 single beds and 2 sofa beds for 4 adults
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Reviews of Kuburno Roof

  • Ahmet from Turkey (9/10)

    Andreas, wife and sister thanks a lot for your hospitality.
    Location: 10/10
    Price & Performans: 10/10
    Cleanless: 10/10
    Amenties:10/10
    Silence: 10/10
    Small details: 10/10

  • Besra from Germany (10/10)

    Der Ausblick ist super, auch die Lage. Kann ich nur weiter empfehlen.

  • Mimosa from Italy (10/10)

    Posizione comoda ai servizi, al centro e al mare.
    Terrazza meravigliosa con vista sul mare e sfruttabile per i pasti della giornata.
    L'accoglienza di Antreas è stata super, disponibile e gentile.

  • Sofia from Italy (10/10)

    Una struttura quasi perfetta, la pozione è ottima vicino alla spiaggia, è vicino al centro storico, ma rimanendo fuori dalla confusione, inoltre, per coloro che hanno un mezzo per spostarsi, e ordina anche per raggiungere la strada principale dell’isola, in 2 min si è sulla strada principale.
    Struttura piccola, ma confortevole, lo spazio esterno è stupendo, l’alba sul mare bellissima. Ha tutto l’occorrente, molto pulita.
    Il proprietario, sempre molto disponibile , pronto a rilasciare qualunque consiglio per godersi al meglio il soggiorno e l’isola. È stato subito accogliente, gentilissimo.
    Se capiterà di tornare a Kos, sicuramente andremo da lui.
    Grazie di tutto!

  • Γιώτα from Greece (10/10)

    Ήταν πολύ ωραίο, ο ιδιοκτήτης εξυπηρετικότατος και το κατάλυμα ήταν σε πάρα πολύ καλό σημείο

  • Enrico from Italy (10/10)

    La vista all'appartamento è incredibile. Anche a livello di temperatura era molto piacevole quando c'era un po' di vento. In generale, per una vacanza tra amici è l'ideale, c'è tutto il necessario e la posizione è strategica.

  • Bogdanov from Ukraine (9/10)

  • Okan from Turkey (10/10)

Surroundings

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Omega Sky Bar: 350 m
  • Cafe/bar Blues Brothers: 500 m
  • Cafe/bar Sitar Cocktail Bar: 800 m

Top attractions:

  • Kos Castle: 1.2 km
  • Paleo Pili: 17 km
  • Amphitheatre: 1.3 km
  • Asclepieion of Kos: 4.2 km
  • Tree of Hippocrates: 1 km
  • Muslim Shrine Lotzias: 1.1 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Lambi Beach: 300 m
  • Tigaki Beach: 6 km
  • Psalidi Beach: 4.5 km
  • Kos Town Beach: 1.2 km
  • Paradiso Beach: 2.8 km

Closest airports:

  • Kalymnos National Airport: 40 km
  • Kos International Airport: 23 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout

Outdoor & View:

  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • Greek
  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchenette
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Kuburno Roof

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

9.7

Location:

10

Facilities:

9.1

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

9.7