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My top hotel picks in Rhodes by travel style
Before becoming your Rhodes guide online I worked as a hotel guide for a major travel company, visiting hotels across the island every single day. These picks are the places I've seen consistently deliver a great holiday — not sponsored, not filtered, simply the hotels I believe deserve a place among the best in Rhodes.
If you already know your travel style, start here. Each card opens that hotel's own page on Booking.com so you can check live prices, rooms and availability for your dates.
- Best overall hotel: Elysium Resort & Spa
- Best for couples: Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites
- Best all-inclusive: Mitsis Selection Alila
- Best for families: Lindos Princess Beach Hotel
- Best boutique stay: Casa Cook Rhodes
- Best budget option: Arte Hotel
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Best hotels in Rhodes Town
Best for walkability, Old Town access, restaurants and nightlife — you can do everything on foot. Read the full Rhodes Town area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay. It's also one of my picks for the best car-free bases.
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Best hotels in Ixia
Best for beachfront resorts, sunsets and quick access to Rhodes Town on the west coast. Read the full Ixia area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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Best hotels in Ialyssos
Best for relaxed beach stays, windsurfing and a more local atmosphere at better prices. Read the full Ialyssos area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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Best hotels in Kallithea
Best for luxury beachfront hotels and calm swimming spots close to town. Read the full Kallithea area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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Best hotels in Faliraki
Best for a long sandy beach, big all-inclusive resorts, families and a lively evening scene. Read the full Faliraki area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay. It's also one of my picks for family areas in Rhodes.
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Best hotels in Kolymbia
Best for calm, green, central resort holidays with easy access to both ends of the island. Read the full Kolymbia area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay. It's also one of my picks for family areas in Rhodes.
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Best hotels in Lindos
Best for iconic views, romantic stays and boutique hotels with real character. Read the full Lindos area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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Best hotels in Pefkos
Best for relaxed beach holidays close to Lindos, with tavernas you can walk to. Read the full Pefkos area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay. It's also one of my picks for car-free bases in the south.
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Best hotels in Lardos
Best for quieter beach hotels, good value and a short hop to Lindos. Read the full Lardos area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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Best hotels in Kiotari
Best for modern all-inclusive beachfront resorts and long, quiet beaches. Read the full Kiotari area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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Best hotels in Gennadi
Best for peaceful, upscale resorts away from the crowds on the south-east coast. Read the full Gennadi area guide for beaches, restaurants and exactly where to stay.
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How I chose these hotels
Every hotel on this page is one I'd happily send a friend to. I looked at location first — how far the beach, restaurants and bus stop really are — then at the overall experience: rooms, food, service and the atmosphere guests describe again and again.
This page is deliberately short: three or so standout hotels per area. If you want to compare more options, including mid-range, budget and adults-only choices in every area, use the wider Rhodes Greece Hotels guide. If you are still choosing an area, start with the Where to Stay in Rhodes hub or the Rhodes Area Comparison.
Hotels change. Before you book, check the latest reviews, the room type and the exact location on the booking page — a sea-view room and a garden-view room in the same resort can feel like two different holidays.
- Location matters more than stars: check walking distance to the beach and the nearest bus stop.
- Southern resorts (Lindos, Kiotari, Gennadi) are roughly 60–90 minutes from the airport — pre-book a private transfer if you arrive late.
- If you won't rent a car, read where to stay in Rhodes without a car before booking a remote resort.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best hotel in Rhodes overall?
My best overall pick is Elysium Resort & Spa in Kallithea: a five-star beachfront hotel close to Rhodes Town with calm swimming nearby. The right hotel for you still depends on the area and holiday style you want.
Which Rhodes hotel is best for couples?
Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites, an adults-only hotel above Vlicha Bay near Lindos, is my top pick for couples. Mayia Exclusive in Kiotari and Casa Cook in Kolymbia are strong alternatives.
Which hotel in Rhodes is best for families?
Lindos Princess Beach Hotel in Lardos is my family pick. For more family areas and hotels by children's age, see where to stay in Rhodes with kids.
Which area of Rhodes has the best hotels?
Every main area has strong hotels, but they suit different trips: Rhodes Town for walkability, Kallithea and Ixia for beachfront luxury near town, Lindos for boutique stays, and Kiotari and Gennadi for quiet all-inclusive resorts.
Are the prices shown on this page?
No. Prices change daily, so every card opens the hotel's own Booking.com page where you can see live prices and availability for your dates.