The best hotels in Rhodes

A straightforward budget option sitting a short walk from Mandraki Harbour in the New Town. Rooms are compact but clean, with basic furnishings that get the job done for a short stay. The staff are friendly and helpful with restaurant recommendations. Free breakfast is included and decent enough to start the day. Good base for exploring the Old Town on foot without overpaying.

This family-run hotel sits just two blocks from Faliraki beach, one of the longest stretches of sand on the island. Rooms are simple and well-kept, with air conditioning that actually works in the summer heat. The pool area is small but keeps families happy. Prices are some of the lowest you will find this close to the beach. Breakfast is served on the terrace and worth eating before heading out.

The hotel is positioned right on the edge of the UNESCO-listed Old Town, making it one of the best-located properties in Rhodes Town. Rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated, with quality linens and proper blackout curtains. The spa is genuinely good and worth booking treatments in advance. The pool area is calm and well-maintained compared to busier resort pools. This is a reliable choice for couples who want comfort close to the medieval walls.

Sitting directly on Ixia beach, this large resort benefits from constant sea breezes that make the beach comfortable even in peak July heat. The main pool complex is impressive and the swim-up bar stays busy all day. Rooms in the main building are well-sized, and sea-view rooms are worth the upgrade. The buffet dinner is extensive with good variety across the week. Ixia is a short taxi ride from Rhodes Town, which keeps the location practical.

Kolymbia is one of the quieter resort areas on the east coast, and this hotel suits families who want a calmer holiday away from the Faliraki crowds. The beach is steps from the hotel and rarely gets overcrowded. Kids facilities are solid, with a dedicated pool and entertainment program running through summer. Rooms are dated in places but clean and functional. The surrounding pine forest keeps temperatures slightly lower than the open resorts.

Lindos village is 50 kilometers south of Rhodes Town and this small hotel is tucked into the whitewashed lanes below the famous Acropolis. The views from the terrace toward the sea are genuinely spectacular on clear mornings. Rooms are traditionally decorated with local craftsmanship and feel authentic to the island. The village itself is pedestrianized, meaning no car noise, though luggage has to be carried in by donkey or on foot. Book early because availability is limited and it fills up quickly.

This is the only hotel situated inside the medieval walls of Rhodes Old Town, giving it an irreplaceable location advantage. Breakfast in the inner courtyard with stone walls surrounding you is a proper experience. Rooms vary in size given the historic building constraints, so requesting a larger room is advisable. The rooftop pool overlooks the old city roofscape and the Aegean beyond. It costs more than comparable hotels outside the walls, but the setting justifies the premium.

Ialyssos sits on the northwest coast facing Turkey across the strait, with windy conditions that attract kitesurfers to Trianda beach. This mid-size hotel is right on the waterfront and offers straightforward comfort at fair prices. Rooms are modern and the sea-view balconies are genuinely large enough to sit and eat on. Rhodes Town is only 8 kilometers away, making day trips easy. The onsite restaurant serves solid Greek food at reasonable prices for a beachfront spot.

This is one of the most acclaimed resort properties on the island, set on a private stretch of Lardos Bay on the southern coast. The bungalow and villa accommodations are spread across manicured grounds that lead directly to a long sandy beach. Service standards are genuinely high and consistent, with staff remembering preferences from day to day. Multiple pools, a high-end spa, and excellent a la carte dining make leaving the property feel unnecessary. The distance from Rhodes Town, around 55 kilometers, is a minor inconvenience but most guests find it irrelevant.

Perched on the cliffside above Lindos Bay with unobstructed views of the Acropolis and the turquoise water below, this boutique property is among the most photographed hotels in Greece. Each suite is individually designed and extremely private, with private plunge pools on several terraces. The hotel is small at around 20 rooms, which keeps the atmosphere exclusive and quiet. Access requires a steep walk through Lindos village, but the infinity pool and views at the top make it worthwhile. This is best suited for couples, not families with children.