Rhodes Holidays

A cobbled Old Town for the wandering types, a ton of activities for the kiddos and Blue Flag beaches for the flop-and-dropper. Rhodes has it all.

✨ Highlights of your Holidays to Rhodes 2026

• 🏛️ Ancient history on tap: the Acropolis of Lindos, the medieval Old Town in Rhodes Town, and the Palace of the Grand Master, all on one island.

• 🏖️ A beach for every mood: Blue Flag sands, family-calm shallows, rugged surfer cliffs and scenic coves carved into the coast.

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-first resorts: Faliraki, Kiotari and Kolymbia are purpose-built for families, with big all-inclusive hotels, waterparks and shallow-water bays.

• 🌞 Sunshine stretches for most of the year: one of the sunniest corners of Europe, with 300 days of sun a year and warm-enough weather even in shoulder months.

• 🍽️ Proper Greek grub: moussaka, souvlaki and fresh-off-the-boat seafood at harbourside tavernas, plus a few Rhodian specialities you won't find elsewhere.

🎉 3 Fun Facts About Rhodes

• 🗿 The Colossus of Rhodes: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World once stood right here. Imagine a 33-meter-tall statue greeting ships – now that’s an entrance!

• 🌊 Perfect Winds for Water Sports: Prassonissi Beach at the island’s tip is where the Aegean and Mediterranean meet, creating ideal wind conditions for surfing and kitesurfing.

• 🍻 Beer please! Local beers like Mythos or Alfa cost around €3–€4 at casual bars and tavernas – easy on the wallet, and they'll certainly go down easy ice-cold after a day on the beach.

🏨 Where to stay on your Rhodes holidays 2026

Rhodes is the Greek island that’s got it all – sun, sea, history, and a buzzing nightlife. Whether you’re after ancient ruins, golden beaches, or a proper good mix of both, here’s where to stay:

🎉 Lively and social

Faliraki is the party end of the island, home to Rhodes' biggest nightlife strip, watersports on the beach and a massive waterpark a short walk from the sand. Great for group holidays and anyone who wants nightlife on the doorstep. Ixia sits just outside Rhodes Town on the breezy west coast, with a long strip of big resort hotels, sunset views over the Aegean and easy taxi access to Old Town bars.

🏖️ Family-friendly and relaxed

Kiotari and Kolymbia are purpose-built for calm family holidays, big beachfront all-inclusives, shallow swimming bays and easy day trips to Lindos. Pefkos is a low-key beach resort a short drive from Lindos with clear water, traditional tavernas and a more laid-back pace. Ialyssos is another family favourite on the west coast, with a wide sandy beach, windsurfing and a village-centre feel.

❤️ Scenic and romantic

Lindos is the postcard shot, a village of whitewashed houses cascading down under a clifftop acropolis, with two sheltered bays below. Donkey rides up to the acropolis, labyrinthine lanes, rooftop cocktail bars. Ideal for couples and anyone after a shorter stay somewhere photogenic. Lardos is the quieter village neighbour, inland a short walk from the coast, with proper Greek-village tavernas and a village-square pace.

🏛️ History and city

Rhodes Town is a split personality, the medieval walled Old Town on one side (cobbled lanes, the Palace of the Grand Master, the Street of the Knights) and the modern seafront New Town on the other. Lively harbour, direct access to Elli Beach, and every evening feels like something's happening.

Other places to stay in Rhodes:

• Fanes - Gennadi - Kalathos - Kalithea - Koskinou - Kremasti - Lachania - Ladiko - Pastida - Plimmiri - Stegna - Theologos - Tholos - Vlycha

🏖️ What are the best beaches to visit on your holidays to Rhodes?

We’re not exaggerating when we say that this island has a beach for everyone - and a holiday for everyone, thanks to our cheap holidays. From lively tourist hotspots to wild coastal caves, here’s a taste:

• Faliraki Beach – it’s the poppin' king of the coast, ticking all the boxes! You've got fab swimming, top-notch sunbathing spots, and a whopping array of bars just a stone’s throw away.

• Tsambiki Beach –  lounge in those crystal-clear waters and soak up the views: golden sands, dramatic cliffs, and, yes, even a monastery chillin' on a mountain top. Talk about a scenic selfie spot!

• Agathi Beach - a proper good shout for the kiddos and family. Warm, soft sands and calm, shallow waters – it’s the serene escape your holibobs diary needs.

• St Paul’s Beach - it's the ultimate backdrop for those dramatic sunset pics that’ll have your Insta popping off. Those views of the Lindos Acropolis? Totally Insta-worthy.

• Prassonissi Beach - whip out those surfboards and kites as the strong coastal winds make it a top-tier spot for some adrenaline-pumping action.

• Anthony Quinn Bay - not just a snippet of movie magic but also a swanky spot for snorkelling with its lush emerald waters.

🏨 What are the top hotels to stay at on your Rhodes holidays?

The hotels on Rhodes are where the island properly shows off. Five-star beachfront resorts, adults-only clifftop boltholes, big family all-inclusives with waterparks on site, the full range is here. See all hotels in Rhodes or take a gander at our all-inclusive Rhodes holidays if you fancy washing down your unlimited gyros with unlimited cocktails, or if you want us to help you choose then browse our top picks below...

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families

• Hotel Sunshine Rhodes in Ixia is a proper family all-inclusive, loads of pools, nightly shows and enough activities scheduled through the day that nobody's asking "what are we doing". West-coast location, easy taxis into Rhodes Town for the evening.

• Eden Roc Resort Hotel in Koskinou is a five-star beachfront with nine restaurants on site, which pretty much answers the "what are we eating" question for the whole week. Big pools, direct sea access, kids' clubs running through the day.

• Helea Lifestyle Beach Resort in Kalithea is a premium all-inclusive with six pools, fine-dining restaurants and a private beach. The kind of resort where the week slips by without leaving the grounds, which is either a feature or a bug depending on who's asking.

❤️ Couples

• Lindos Village Resort & Spa is a deluxe adults-only resort near Lindos with the whitewashed Mamma Mia aesthetic turned up to eleven. Sea views, a spa, and the Lindos Acropolis a short drive away for the postcard shot.

• The Ixian Grand & All Suites is an all-suite adults-only five-star right on Ixia's beach. Sunset views over the Aegean from the terrace are a highlight, and four restaurants on site cover Greek, Peruvian and Japanese if the week calls for variety.

• Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa in Kiotari is an adults-only five-star beachfront with a serious spa, Hammam, heated indoor pool and Balinese-bed loungers out on the sand. Proper escape territory, with the Aegean on your doorstep.

✨ Luxury

• Mitsis Selection Alila Resort & Spa is an ultra-all-inclusive five-star near Faliraki with a private beach and a champagne bar that earns its keep. A guest favourite with strong reviews, the kind of resort where the evenings are as looked-forward-to as the days.

• Atrium Platinum Luxury Resort Hotel & Spa sits in a cove below the Acropolis of Rhodes in Ixia, every room looking out over the Aegean. Full spa with hot tub, sauna and hydromassage, plus a dine-around programme across three Atrium resorts if a week in one place isn't quite enough variety.

• Lindos Grand Resort & Spa is a five-star sustainability-rated beachfront in Lindos, walking distance from the village and the Acropolis trail. The kind of place where you can do culture-heavy days and still come back to a proper spa and fine-dining evening.

🎉 Groups

• Evita Resort in Faliraki is a modern, affordable base close to the nightlife strip. Group-sized rooms, a pool for the daytime hangover, and a short walk to everything that's going on after dark.

• Sun Beach Resort in Ialyssos is a big beachfront all-inclusive with two wings (beachfront and garden), multiple restaurants including a beach-side option, freeform adult pools and a dedicated adults-only pool bar. Plenty of space for a bigger crew to spread out without tripping over each other.

👉 All hotels in Rhodes | All-inclusive Rhodes holidays

🗣️ Local Lingo

Almost everyone on Rhodes in the tourist areas speaks excellent English, but locals genuinely warm to a quick go at the language. Don't stress the accent, the effort is what lands:

• Yassas, YAH-sas (Γεια σας), Hello

• Efharisto, ef-hah-ree-STOH (Ευχαριστώ), Thank you

• Parakalo, pah-rah-kah-LOH (Παρακαλώ), Please / You're welcome

• Stin iyia mas!, stin yi-AH mas (Στην υγειά μας), Cheers!

• Ena akomi, parakalo, EH-nah ah-KOH-mee, pah-rah-kah-LOH (Ένα ακόμη, παρακαλώ), One more, please

Rhodes holidays 2026 travel guide

🎒 Things to do in Rhodes for families

Rhodes is a playground for the kiddos, packed with action-packed waterparks and calm beaches that are perfect for little paddlers. If you want a stress-free family holiday, here are the top spots to hit:

• Faliraki Water Park - one of the biggest in Europe. With massive slides, splash zones, and lazy rivers, it’s a guaranteed 10/10 day out for energy-filled kids.

• Kathara Bay - a quieter, Blue Flag beach with soft sand and shallow waters. It’s ideal for building sandcastles without the worry of big waves.

• Rhodes Aquarium - an easygoing spot that is both fun and educational. Let the little ones get nose-to-nose with local marine life while you stay cool indoors.

• Afandou Mini Golf - a classic family challenge. Perfect for a bit of friendly competition to decide who pays for the ice creams later.

• Butterfly Valley (Petaloudes) - visit in summer for a magical walk through lush greenery filled with thousands of fluttering butterflies. It’s like a real-life fairy tale.

❤️ Things to do in Rhodes for couples

Whether it’s sunset strolls or secret beaches, Rhodes has serious romantic energy. Here is how to earn some major brownie points with your other half on your couples' holiday:

• Plimmiri Beach - a peaceful, off-the-radar spot perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and escaping the crowds for a bit of peace.

• Wine Tasting in Embonas - head to this cute mountain village to sip on local wines like Athiri and Mandilaria. It’s boujee, boozy, and beautiful.

• Old Town Strolls - wander hand-in-hand through the cobbled lanes and medieval architecture of Rhodes Town. It’s giving total historic romance vibes.

• Tsambikos Restaurant - head here for sunset cocktails. With epic views and cool drinks, it’s the ultimate backdrop for a date night selfie.

• Couples Spa Day - unwind in Ixia with a sea-view massage or a sauna session for two. The perfect way to recharge after all that sightseeing.

🥳 Things to do in Rhodes for groups

On a mates’ holiday or celebrating something big? Rhodes knows how to bring the party. From buzzing beach bars to rugged adventures, here is how to keep the squad entertained.

• Faliraki Beach Days - sunbeds, cocktails, and all-day DJs set the tone for a massive beach bash that goes on until the sun goes down.

• Party Boat Cruises - set sail for a boozy trip with music, swimming stops, and sunset vibes. It’s a classic group holiday staple for a reason.

• Bar-Hopping in Ixia - from chilled beach bars to lively British-style pubs, this strip offers a non-stop mix of vibes to suit everyone in the group chat.

• Quad Bike Rentals - explore the island’s rugged scenery and find hidden coves at your own pace. It’s the best way to feel the wind in your hair (helmet hair, that is).

• Kallithea Springs - a scenic spot for swimming and chilling by day before you hit the town by night.

🍽️ Things to do in Rhodes for foodies

Greek food is a big deal, and in Rhodes, it’s next level. From traditional tavernas to street food that hits the spot, here is what you need to eat.

• Sofrito and Pastitsada - don't leave without trying these local must-haves at a traditional spot like To Megiston in Rhodes Town. Proper hearty grub.

• Panorama Restaurant - head to Monastiri to dine with epic sea views and seafood that is fresh from the net.

• Medieval Festival Feast - if you're visiting during the festival, grab a seat at Kritinia Castle and tuck into a banquet fit for royalty.

• Faliraki Street Food - need a quick fix? Grab a Gyros or some Loukoumades (honey doughnuts) on the go. Cheap, cheerful, and absolutely delish.

• Cooking Classes - don't just eat the food, master it. Learn how to roll dolmades or make the perfect tzatziki with a local expert.

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