Love beach time with a side of history? Rhodes holidays tick every box, blending long stretches of sand with a UNESCO-listed Old Town, pretty harbours and mountain-backed villages.
Holidays to Rhodes work just as well for an All inclusive family break as a couples’ getaway, with great-value packages and a wide hotel choice across the island. Add in a reliably warm summer season and you have one of Greece's best islands for stress-free package holidays, from beachfront favourites to culture-rich stays close to the sights.
Why Choose Rhodes for a holiday
✨Huge resort variety, from fun-filled family spots to peaceful retreats.
🏖️Standout coastline, offering calm, shallow beaches and clear, swimmable seas.
🏛 Authentic culture and a beautifully preserved Rhodes Old Town.
🧑🧑🧒🧒 Suits all kinds of holidaymakers, including families, couples and mixed-age groups.
☀️ Extra-long summer season, so you can travel from Easter until October.
Where to Stay in Rhodes
Lindos
Lindos holidays take you to one of Rhodes’ most scenic resort, wrapped around a hillside crowned by an ancient acropolis and looking out over turquoise bays like St Paul’s. Its pretty whitewashed lanes, rooftop restaurants and romantic viewpoints make Lindos a favourite for couples searching for a premium-feel Greek island escape.
❗Planning Tip: Rhodes is a large island, around 90km in length. Don’t expect to see the whole island on a single holiday. If you’re looking for a fairly central resort then Lindos is within an hour’s drive of pretty much anywhere.
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Faliraki
Faliraki holidays are a long-time Rhodes favourite, thanks to its sweeping sandy beach, shallow waters and huge choice of hotels, bars and restaurants. With everything from family-friendly fun to late-night bars, it’s ideal if you want a beach-led resort with broad appeal and plenty going on day and night.
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Rhodes Town
Rhodes Town holidays bring together sandy city beaches, a pretty harbour and a UNESCO-listed Medieval Old Town, so you can switch from sunbathing to sightseeing in minutes. It’s a perfect choice if you want culture and convenience in one place, with historic streets, museums, shops and waterfront tavernas all within easy walking distance.
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Pefkos
Pefkos holidays are relaxed. This pine-fringed resort hasa soft sandy beach and a laid-back, friendly atmosphere. It is especially popular with repeat visitors who love its local-run tavernas and chilled-out evenings, and is a great choice for couples and families happy to upgrade for that extra-comfort stay.
Top tip: There’s a Pefkos on the Greek mainland, as well as one in Rhodes. So if you’re booking a restaurant, or similar, make sure you book one in the correct Pefkos
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Ixia
Ixia Rhodes sits on the breezier north-west coast, which keeps things comfortable in summer and creates great conditions for windsurfing. Backed by a long seafront strip of hotels, bars and restaurants, this resort is ideal if you like beach time with a bit of watersports action and cooler coastal air.
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Kolymbia
Kolymbia is a peaceful resort on Rhodes’ east coast, set between mountains and sea with a lovely white-sand beach at its heart. With its low-key nightlife, family-friendly hotels and relaxed, village-style feel, Kolymbia is a great choice if you’re after a quiet balance between beach days and easy, stress-free evenings
Best Rhodes holidays by type
Discover more with dedicated guides on Rhodes:
- Package Holidays in Rhodes, if you’re looking for flights+hotel in one booking, suitable for any number of people.
- Family Holidays in Rhodes for those travelling with school-aged children, or even those lucky enough to be going on a foreign holiday before they’ve even started school.
- Last Minute Holidays in Rhodes, if you like to be spontaneous, or are more interested in getting a bargain than being fussy about exactly where you stay.
- All Inclusive Rhodes Holidays. Ideal for those who like an up-front cost, allowing you to sit back and relax with a drink (or many drinks!)
Rhodes vs other Greek islands
Rhodes is an all-rounder if you're torn between the Greek islands. You’ve got buzzy beach resorts, quieter bays and character-packed old towns, all on one island, so it's easy to match your hotel to your holiday style. With plenty of family-friendly stays and romantic options for two, plus loads of ready-made package deals, Rhodes often beats smaller islands for choice and value.
Best time to go to Rhodes
Peak summer in Rhodes runs from July to August, when you can expect the hottest weather, the liveliest atmosphere and the biggest crowds. For a balance of sunshine and value, look to the shoulder months: May, June and September bring warm days that are ideal for sightseeing and the beach, with fewer people around and more deals on packages and hotels. Many hotels close between late October and Easter, while flights to Rhodes tend to be seasonal, so autumn and winter holidays are usually not available.
Rhodes has something to please everyone, from couples to families to mixed groups, with its blend of beaches, culture and varied resorts. Once you have narrowed down your favourite area, you can keep things simple with a package holiday that covers your flights and hotel in one straightforward booking.
Rhodes destination guide last updated June 2026.
