Do I need a car in Rhodes?

Yes for exploring — the island is large; buses link the main resorts but a car reaches Lindos, the west coast and inland villages far more easily.

Where should I stay in Rhodes?

Rhodes Town for history and nightlife, Lindos for charm and beaches, or Faliraki for family resorts and a lively strip.

How many days do I need?

4–7 nights to combine the Old Town, Lindos, beaches and a boat trip to Symi.

When is the best time to visit?

May–June and September for warm seas and thinner crowds; July–August are hottest and busiest.

Is Rhodes good for families?

Very — sandy beaches, shallow bays, water parks and easy day trips make it a strong family pick.

SherryStay Destination Guide

Rhodes

Knights of St. John fortress + UNESCO medieval old town + Lindos' whitewashed acropolis.

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About Rhodes

Rhodes is where the medieval world still stands, walled and whole. The largest of the Dodecanese islands wears a UNESCO Old Town that is among the biggest inhabited medieval quarters in Europe — a four-kilometre ring of ramparts built by the Knights of St John, with the Palace of the Grand Master at the top and the Gothic inns of the Street of the Knights below, still lived in, still loud with life. Beyond the walls the island runs to long beaches: family sands at Faliraki, golden Tsambika beneath its hilltop monastery, the wind-whipped spit of Prasonisi where two seas meet and the windsurfers gather. South lies Lindos, its whitewashed village climbing to an ancient acropolis above a perfect blue bay, and inland the summer shade of the Valley of the Butterflies. Warm, sun-soaked and steeped in three thousand years of history, Rhodes gives you knights and beaches in a single, easy trip.

Sherry's Take

Sleep inside the Old Town walls one night for the medieval atmosphere, then move to Lindos or Faliraki for the beach part. Don't spread your stay across more than two bases.

Best For

HistoryBeachCouplesFamilyCulture

Go in

MayJuneSeptemberOctober

Avoid if possible

AugustNovemberDecemberJanuaryFebruary

Where to Stay

Rhodes Old Town (UNESCO)

Medieval walls, cobblestones, Knights' Palace, hotels inside the walls

Rhodes New Town

Modern beachfront, casino, Mandraki Harbour, restaurants

Lindos

Whitewashed cliffside village + acropolis (50 km south)

Faliraki / Kallithea

Resort beach strip, nightlife, all-inclusive hotels

Money-Saving Tips

1Old Town tavernas just one street back from the Hippocrates Square are 40% cheaper than the square itself.
2A rental car for 2 days (€40 total) is cheaper than 4 taxi rides Rhodes Town ↔ Lindos.
3Beach loungers free on most public beaches if you buy a drink (€5) at the kiosk.

Getting Around

1Rhodes airport (RHO) → Old Town: KTEL bus €2.40, 25 min, every 30 min. Taxi €25 fixed.
2KTEL buses (Rhodes Town ↔ Lindos) run hourly in season, €6, 1h 15m.
3Within Rhodes Town, walking is faster than driving — the Old Town is car-free anyway.

Most Common Mistake

Booking in Faliraki thinking it's near the Old Town — it's 30 min by bus and you'll feel disconnected from the medieval part.

Ideal Stay

4–6 nights

Combine with

• Lindos acropolis (1h)
• Symi island (1h ferry)
• Marmaris, Turkey (1h ferry)
• Tsambika beach (40 min)

Useful Local Hotel Phrases

Greek

HelloΓεια σουYAH-soo
Good morningΚαλημέραka-lee-MEH-ra
Thank youΕυχαριστώef-kha-ree-STOH
PleaseΠαρακαλώpa-ra-ka-LOH
Check-inΆφιξηAH-fee-ksee
Check-outΑναχώρησηa-na-KHOH-ree-see
HotelΞενοδοχείοkse-no-tho-HEE-o
ReceptionΡεσεψιόνreh-sep-SYON
BreakfastΠρωινόpro-ee-NOH
Wi-FiWi-Fiwai-FAI
TaxiΤαξίtak-SEE
AirportΑεροδρόμιοa-eh-ro-DHROH-mee-o
BeachΠαραλίαpa-ra-LEE-a
HelpΒοήθειαvo-EE-thya
How much?Πόσο κάνει;PO-so KA-nee
Where is...?Πού είναι...;POO EE-neh

Rhodes at a glance

Rhodes is in Greece.
The nearest airport to Rhodes is Rhodes International (RHO, Diagoras).
Getting in from the airport takes 20–30 min to Rhodes Town; ~70 min to Lindos.
The best way in is Rental car, pre-booked transfer or airport bus.
A day in Rhodes costs roughly $50–80 per person on a budget, $120–200 mid-range and $350+ at the luxury end.
Sherry suggests 4–6 nights in Rhodes.
November is usually the cheapest month to visit Rhodes, August is the busiest, and May offers the best value.

Common questions

Do I need a car in Rhodes?: Yes for exploring — the island is large; buses link the main resorts but a car reaches Lindos, the west coast and inland villages far more easily.
Where should I stay in Rhodes?: Rhodes Town for history and nightlife, Lindos for charm and beaches, or Faliraki for family resorts and a lively strip.
How many days do I need?: 4–7 nights to combine the Old Town, Lindos, beaches and a boat trip to Symi.
When is the best time to visit?: May–June and September for warm seas and thinner crowds; July–August are hottest and busiest.
Is Rhodes good for families?: Very — sandy beaches, shallow bays, water parks and easy day trips make it a strong family pick.

Where to stay in Rhodes

Looking for hotels in Rhodes? It helps to decide on an area first — our guide to where to stay in Rhodes sets out which neighbourhoods suit which kind of trip.

Around Town the options include Park House -beside the Medieval Town of Rhodes, Asteri Suite near Old Town: Top Views, 2 balconies, Rhodes Old Town Castello Suite and Castle Villa Old Town.

Elsewhere in the city you will also find Archontiko Pataka, Rhodes Holidays Hotels, Sperveri Della Regina, House with garden in city of Rhodes, Katerinas House, Villanonna Suites & Hammam, Anthippi, Ai Yanni Boutique Rooms - Adults Only, Ritas Modern In-City House, Marina'S Cozy House Is Located In A Quiet Neighborhood In Rhodos Center., S. Nikolis Historic Boutique Hotel, Chrysma Urban Living, Aegean Sea Travel, Helios Garden Boutique Apartments, Medieval Inn, The Metropolis Residence Rhodes, Villa Leon - Private courtyard serenity, Stathis, Emerald Dream House and Elaia-Fos.