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Where to Stay in Rhodes: Lindos vs Faliraki vs Rhodes Town vs the Quiet South

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Rhodes packs a lot into one island: a medieval walled capital, the whitewashed village of Lindos beneath its acropolis, lively Faliraki, laid-back Pefkos and the long, empty beaches of the south. Where you stay shapes the whole holiday.

Here is our guide to choosing, with twelve of our best-rated hotels around the island.

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At a glance: compare the hotels

Hotel Where Stars Board TripAdvisor Adults only
Rodos Park Suites & Spa Rhodes Town, Rhodes 4★ Bed and Breakfast, Half Board 4.6/5 No
Mitsis Petit Palais Rhodes Town, Rhodes 4★ All Inclusive, Bed and Breakfast, Half Board 4.6/5 No
Mazoren Art Hotel Faliraki, Rhodes 3★ Bed and Breakfast 4.9/5 No
Mitsis Faliraki Faliraki, Rhodes 5★ All Inclusive Plus 4.6/5 No
Leonardo Kolymbia Resort Kolymbia, Rhodes 4★ All Inclusive 4.7/5 No
Aquagrand Artistic Luxury Beach Resort Lindos, Rhodes 5★ Bed and Breakfast, Half Board 4.7/5 No
Lindos Harmony Suites Lindos, Rhodes 4★ Bed and Breakfast 4.7/5 No
Lindia Thalassa Resort Pefkos, Rhodes 4★ Bed and Breakfast 4.7/5 No
Pefki Islands Resort Pefkos, Rhodes 3★ Bed and Breakfast 4.7/5 No
Al Mare Villas Kiotari, Rhodes 4★ Bed and Breakfast, Self Catering 4.9/5 No
Absolute Kiotari Kiotari, Rhodes 4★ Full Board, Half Board 4.6/5 No
Gennadi Grand Resort Gennadi, Rhodes 5★ All Inclusive Plus, Bed and Breakfast, Half Board 4.6/5 No

Star ratings are official; TripAdvisor scores were correct when we last checked and can change. Board options vary by room and date.

Quick verdicts

Rhodes Town

The medieval Old Town, beaches and restaurants, close to the airport.

Rodos Park Suites & Spa

Rodos Park Suites & Spa, Rhodes Town
  • Rhodes Town, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • Half Board
  • TripAdvisor 4.6/5

Rodos Park Suites & Spa is set in beautiful gardens close to the centre, with a relaxing pool area and a wellness spa.

Best for: Old Town base

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Mitsis Petit Palais

Mitsis Petit Palais, Rhodes Town
  • Rhodes Town, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • All Inclusive
  • TripAdvisor 4.6/5

Mitsis Petit Palais has stunning sea views, comfortable rooms and great-value all-inclusive, close to the resort centre.

Best for: Value all-inclusive

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The east coast: Faliraki to Pefkos

Sandy beaches, calm water and the island’s most famous village.

Mazoren Art Hotel

Mazoren Art Hotel, Faliraki
  • Faliraki, Rhodes
  • 3-star
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • TripAdvisor 4.9/5

Mazoren Art Hotel in Faliraki has a contemporary style and modern rooms in a peaceful location, great for adults.

Best for: Peaceful Faliraki

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Mitsis Faliraki

Mitsis Faliraki, Faliraki
  • Faliraki, Rhodes
  • 5-star
  • All Inclusive Plus
  • TripAdvisor 4.6/5

Five-star Mitsis Faliraki has great facilities and a fantastic all-inclusive package close to the resort centre, perfect for all ages.

Best for: All-inclusive

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Leonardo Kolymbia Resort

Leonardo Kolymbia Resort, Kolymbia
  • Kolymbia, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • All Inclusive
  • TripAdvisor 4.7/5

Leonardo Kolymbia Resort has modern and stylish rooms and a fantastic all-inclusive package, great for all ages.

Best for: Kolymbia

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Aquagrand Artistic Luxury Beach Resort

Aquagrand Artistic Luxury Beach Resort, Lindos
  • Lindos, Rhodes
  • 5-star
  • Half Board
  • TripAdvisor 4.7/5

Five-star Aquagrand Artistic Luxury Beach Resort in Lindos is beachfront, with suites with private pools and a romantic atmosphere, perfect for adults.

Best for: Romance in Lindos

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Lindos Harmony Suites

Lindos Harmony Suites, Lindos
  • Lindos, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • TripAdvisor 4.7/5

Lindos Harmony Suites has modern décor, panoramic views and a relaxed atmosphere.

Best for: Lindos views

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Lindia Thalassa Resort

Lindia Thalassa Resort, Pefkos
  • Pefkos, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • TripAdvisor 4.7/5

Lindia Thalassa Resort in Pefkos has a clifftop location with stunning views, close to the beach.

Best for: Clifftop Pefkos

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Pefki Islands Resort

Pefki Islands Resort, Pefkos
  • Pefkos, Rhodes
  • 3-star
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • TripAdvisor 4.7/5

Pefki Islands Resort has spacious rooms close to the beach in a great location in Pefkos.

Best for: Great value

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The quiet south: Kiotari and Gennadi

Long beaches, big skies and peace and quiet.

Al Mare Villas

Al Mare Villas, Kiotari
  • Kiotari, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • TripAdvisor 4.9/5

Al Mare Villas in Kiotari has a seafront location, friendly service and villas with private pools, perfect for relaxing.

Best for: Private-pool villas

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Absolute Kiotari

Absolute Kiotari, Kiotari
  • Kiotari, Rhodes
  • 4-star
  • Full Board
  • TripAdvisor 4.6/5

Absolute Kiotari has modern décor, swim-up rooms and a peaceful atmosphere.

Best for: Swim-up rooms

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Gennadi Grand Resort

Gennadi Grand Resort, Gennadi
  • Gennadi, Rhodes
  • 5-star
  • All Inclusive Plus
  • TripAdvisor 4.6/5

Five-star Gennadi Grand Resort has a fantastic beachfront location, rooms with private pools, excellent dining and a spa and wellness centre.

Best for: Southern luxury

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How to choose

History and nightlife: Rhodes Town, 15 to 20 minutes from the airport. Beaches and buzz: Faliraki, around 30 minutes away. Romance: Lindos, about an hour away. Laid-back and good value: Pefkos. Peace and space: Kiotari and Gennadi in the south, around an hour and a quarter away. The east coast is calmer and sandier; the west coast is breezier.

How we chose these hotels

We looked at all 99 hotels we sell on Rhodes and chose the best-rated in each area. We excluded hotels already featured in our other guides, so you get fresh choices. Every hotel here is well rated by our guests on TripAdvisor, and every one can be booked with us as an ATOL-protected package with flights and transfers. Prices change daily, so use the search box at the end of this page for live availability, or ask a Travel Designer for a tailored shortlist.

When to go

May to October is the season, with June and September ideal. Flights take around four hours from the UK.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Rhodes?

Lindos for romance, Faliraki for beaches and buzz, Rhodes Town for history, and the south for peace.

Which side of Rhodes is best?

The east coast, with sandy beaches and calmer sea.

Is Lindos good for families?

It is charming but hilly and busy in the day; Pefkos and Kiotari are easier with young children.

How long is the flight to Rhodes?

About four hours.

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Updated October 2026. Hotels can be booked as ATOL-protected packages with flights and transfers through Travelisto.