So you’ve got a Greece trip on your mind and you’re wondering where to stay in Rhodes?
Wonder no more.
We’ve visited the Greek island of Rhodes, staying at several different places.
On our travels through both popular and unique places in Greece, it’s just been the two of us.
For accommodations, we were interested in luxury boutique hotels catering to couples (rather than bigger family-friendly resorts).
Here, we cover 8 of the best boutique hotels in Rhodes – including boutique hotels in the Old Town, boutique hotels in Lindos (a delightful beachy village) and boutique beach hotels.
Beautiful boutique hotels in Rhodes
Contents: 8 Best boutique Rhodes hotels
Best boutique Rhodes Old Town hotels
- S. Nikolis Historic Boutique Hotel
- Kokkini Porta Rossa
- In Camera Art Boutique Hotel
Best boutique hotels in Lindos
- F Charm Hotel
- Melenos Lindos Hotel
Best Rhodes boutique hotels on the beach
- Lindos Blu
- Elite Suites
- Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa
Boutique hotels in Old Town, Rhodes
Apart from its beaches, one of the main reasons to visit Rhodes is to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Rhodes.
It’s the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe.
Wander the warren of streets and enjoy the historical sites – like the Street of Knights and the Palace of the Grand Masters, built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th and 15th centuries.
To really feel like you’ve stepped back in history, you’ll want to stay in a centuries-old building inside the Old Town.
1) S. Nikolis Historic Boutique Hotel
Atmospheric boutique hotel, Rhodes Old Town
Built within the 800-year-old stone walls surrounding the Old Town, S. Nikolis Historic Boutique Hotel has a wonderful location.
It’s close to the main tourist areas within the Old Town, but far enough away from any noise.
Oozing charm, its rooms are quite eclectic. Think stained glass windows, Byzantine-style arched mirrors and mosaic-tiled bathrooms.
Most rooms are high-ceilinged but on the small side and a little dark (in keeping with the inn’s historical origins).
A few rooms have been renovated; they have a contemporary bathroom and furnishings, along with a view balcony.
Copious breakfasts are taken in an inner courtyard.
And they’re delicious and filling – especially the pancakes with yogurt and berries!
S. Nikolis Boutique Hotel:
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2) Kokkini Porta Rossa
Best hotel in Rhodes Old Town
This old-world hotel is consistently rated on TripAdvisor as the #1 hotel in the Old Town of Rhodes.
Near the Gate of St. John, Kokkini Porta Rossa has six antique-filled suites (all different).
The Michalis suite has a private garden with an old olive tree and plunge pool – our pick for the best room. The Katina suite features a clawfoot tub and huge stone bathroom. Breakfasts are lavish.
The owners are wonderful hosts – you’ll enjoy chatting with them about the island and its history.
Kokkini Porta Rossa:
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3) In Camera Art Boutique Hotel
Rhodes Old Town hotel with a garden
Beautiful suites blend modern luxury with historic details at this lovingly restored hotel.
The “Nymph of Helios” suite features a bathroom with colored tiles evocative of an eastern hammam.
The “Forms of Light” suite has two terraces with sunbeds and an outdoor hot tub on its top floor.
The big plus to staying here is the lovely garden with an outdoor Jacuzzi.
In Camera Art Boutique Hotel:
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Best Lindos, Rhodes, Hotels
The picture-perfect village of Lindos is made up of white-washed houses and car-free cobblestone lanes.
And its maze of narrow alleys is crammed full of little boutiques, restaurants and dance clubs.
Towering above the town is a medieval hilltop fortress, home to a 4th century BC Greek temple – the Lindos Acropolis.
On the walk up, you have to maneuver alongside donkeys (“Lindos taxis”), carrying visitors.
They reminded us a little of Santorini’s donkeys – the Lindos donkeys, that is, not the visitors :-).
The walk up is steep but worth it – you get great views from the top!
Several of the best beaches on Rhodes are also found in Lindos.
Some are long sandy curves; others are rocky coves with umbrellas, showers, funky eateries and boats bobbing on the water.
We loved Lindos. It’s one of the best areas to stay in Rhodes – and we hope to return some day.
Luggage delivery to Lindos hotels
Make arrangements in advance for luggage pick-up and directions to your hotel when you arrive in Lindos.
Because Lindos is pedestrian-only, you get dropped off at a “reception” area on the edge of the village.
We arrived by transfer bus from the airport – in the pouring rain! – without plans on how to actually get from the “reception” bus stop to our hotel.
To cheer ourselves up, we tried a few travel jokes on each other.
Thankfully, an older gent suddenly drove up on a motor-bike with attached cart, and whisked our luggage away to our hotel, as we scampered after him like drenched cats, sandals slipping on the wet cobblestones.
And, yes, the sun did come out a couple of days later, so we could enjoy the beaches of Lindos :-).
4) F Charm Hotel
Lovely boutique hotel in Lindos, Rhodes
Tucked away in a quiet pocket of Lindos town is the absolutely delightful F Charm Hotel.
This adults-only inn has eight individually-decorated rooms and suites, reflecting an eclectic minimalist style.
The largest and best room?
The “Lindian” suite.
It features an extra king-size bed, fridge, Nespresso coffee maker and balcony with superb views.
But all rooms have hand-crafted furniture and carpets.
And the Coco-Mat mattresses (which use coconut fibers) are soooo comfy to sleep on.
Beach towels are provided each day.
Breakfast (not included in the rates) is taken on the airy pebbled patio in the open courtyard. Unlimited cappuccinos, bread warm from the oven, Greek omelettes and yogurt with fruit and honey set you up for the day.
This is an exceptionally well-run inn – spickety clean and perfectly located in Lindos.
It’s reasonably affordable too.
And in a nice personal touch, the personable owner or her manager greet all guests at breakfast, offering them tips for their day and restaurant recommendations.
The small cove of St. Paul Beach (or Agios Pavlos Beach) is a 10-minute walk from F Charm Hotel.
F Charm Hotel:
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5) Melenos Lindos Hotel
Luxury boutique art hotel in Lindos
Set on the edge of Lindos town is the artful Melenos Lindos Hotel.
Inspired by early 17th century Lindian architecture, this Lindos luxury hotel features intricately carved woodwork, hand-painted ceramics and pebbled mosaic walking paths and terraces.
You might feel as if you’re living in the Ottoman era.
The 12 suites have traditional raised platform beds with decorative wood frames, furniture inlaid with mother-of-pearl and beaten-silver framed mirrors.
The hotel’s outdoor rooftop dining restaurant is very romantic.
Melenos Lindos:
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Best boutique beach hotels in Rhodes
6) Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites
One of the best hotels in Rhodes
So you want to stay near Lindos, but not right in town. And you want to be on the beach.
Say hello to the Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel!
Lindos Blu is a 5-minute drive away from Lindos. And whereas F Charm Hotel (#4 above) is more like a bed-and-breakfast inn, Lindos Blu is a full-service hotel.
It’s not only one of the best boutique hotels in Rhodes, it’s also one of the best Rhodes hotels – period.
Also just for adults, Lindos Blu is set on a hillside with panoramic bay views.
Modern in architecture, and blending in with the rocky landscape, it has a very Zen feel.
All rooms and suites have gorgeous views of the blue Aegean – inspiration for the hotel’s name?
Also discover walk-in wardrobes, cool marble floors, electric privacy blinds covering the floor-to-ceiling windows and a Nespresso maker.
Some rooms share a pool between two rooms; others have an outdoor Jacuzzi on their terrace.
Elevators take you down to the private beach, with canopy beds for two.
Two fabulous infinity pools, a spa and five restaurants and bars will also vie for your vacation time.
Lindos Blu Hotel:
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7) Elite Suites
Boutique 5-star hotel in Rhodes, near the Old Town
Elite Suites is a modern Rhodes boutique hotel on the beach – located on the cooler, breezier side of the island.
But it’s only a short taxi ride from the Old Town.
Set high on a hill overlooking Ixia Bay just outside of Rhodes town, this adults-only hotel was added on to its sister hotel (the full-service, 317-room Rhodes Bay Hotel & Spa) in 2010.
Décor is crisp and contemporary – think wood floors, white walls and gauzy curtains.
Most of its 37 soundproof sea-view suites have private plunge pools overlooking the sea. Some have their own garden spaces too.
To get to the hotel’s pebble beach, you walk through a tunnel underneath the road separating the hotel from the beach.
Elite Suites Hotel:
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8) Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa
Quiet boutique beach hotel in Rhodes
For a quiet and luxurious stay by the beach away from the crowds, Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa will pamper you properly.
Set across the road from beautiful Kiotari Beach, the hotel has its own private beach paradise – umbrellas, sun loungers, fresh towels, showers, changing rooms and beach service that includes ice buckets for water.
Crystal-clear, the sea is that perfect azure color that beckons “Come on in!”
When you want a change of scene, sink into a thick mattress on a lounge chair around the hotel’s large seaview infinity pool.
Or you might be tempted to return to your room’s own pool – half of the hotel’s 44 rooms and suites come with private pools.
And the rooms are contemporary cool cocoons, with a pale grey-and-white décor and stunning marble bathrooms.
This luxury boutique hotel in Rhodes also features tennis courts (free to use).
You might want to choose the half-board option if staying here, as the hotel is fairly secluded.
But it’s walking distance to the village of Kiotari, which has a few restaurants.
You can also catch the bus to Lindos, which is about a 30-minute ride away.
So you could choose the bed-and-breakfast option if you sometimes want to eat out.
Boutique 5 Hotel, Rhodes:
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Bottom line: Best place to stay in Rhodes?
You’ll note by now that there are several great boutique hotels in Rhodes, Greece!
You’ve probably also gathered that Rhodes offers distinct vacation experiences, depending on where you stay on the island.
In fact, we suggest you divide your stay on Rhodes – so you spend a few days in the Old Town as well as some time at a beach or Lindos hotel.
This way, you can enjoy all there is to enjoy in Rhodes.
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Photo credits: 4, 6, 11 to 13 © Janice and George Mucalov, SandInMySuitcase | Remaining hotel photos courtesy the respective Rhodes hotels
About the authors:
Luxury travel journalists and SATW, NATJA and TMAC “Best Travel Blog” award winners, Janice and George are the owners and founders of Sand In My Suitcase. Between them, they’ve traveled to all 7 continents.
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Irene S. Levine
Monday 16th of February 2015
I'm sure that welcoming rain made the sun shine even brighter! Lovely post~
Janice and George
Monday 16th of February 2015
Yes, indeed! The sunshine was very welcome after the rain - and we appreciated it even more than we would have otherwise...