Atrium Platinum Resort Hotel and Spa

Just 11km from Rhodes Airport, Atrium Platinum Resort is a luxury family-friendly hotel, nestled in a pristine cove of Ixia Bay. The main pool is surrounded by sunbeds, providing the ideal place to chill with a cool refreshing cocktail from the bar. There’s also a paddling pool for the smallest guests to splash around in. While the Kids Club (open 10am to 1pm) will keep children entertained. The grown-ups may choose to partake in aqua gym, Pilates, darts or boccia. The beach is just a 3 minute walk away, where you might choose to devour gyros and beer as the sunsets.

At the spa, you can loosen up with a swim in the heated indoor freshwater pool, followed by a jet massage. Alternatively, you can relax on one of the aqua beds or in the whirlpool. Your hair can also get some much-needed TLC thanks to the hairdressing service. If you prefer to condition your muscles, you can take advantage of the weight-lifting equipment and aerobic machines in the gym.

At the hotel’s Archipelagos restaurant, you can enjoy a mouthwatering buffet breakfast, an appetising lunch and a relaxed dinner, while admiring the stunning sunset. On selected nights you’ll be handed a complimentary aperitif. If you book Half or Full Board, this is where all your included meals will be served. Further dining options are available in the evening (with a reservation). Maybe you’ll choose Porfyra, with its authentic Greek cuisine. Seafood lovers should dine here on Thursday when it’s Lobster Night. Koi is an alternative option with a pan-Asian menu. If you have friends or a partner that has different likes and dislikes, then you’ll enjoy a meal at Elia & Tramonto. Here, a wide range of Greek and Mediterranean specialities are expertly prepared by the chef.

After dinner you may wish to head to the Chromata Bar for the night’s entertainment. The programme includes Greek and Latin nights, as well as musical performances covering many genres such as jazz, classical, rock and reggae. It remains open until 2am, so you’ll have plenty of time to slowly sip your beverage.

Being a 5 star hotel, there’s no such thing as Standard Rooms. The Deluxe option gives you a massive 42m2 of space, a balcony, a 32” TV with satellite channels and a Nespresso® machine. They either have a double bed or two singles, plus a sofa that can convert into a bed for a third person. Upgrades on offer include swim-up and private pool. Junior Suites have two sofa beds, accommodating groups of up to four. These also have a Jacuzzi® bathtub and separate shower. The Family Suites have a second bathroom, so you don’t need to worry about having your relaxing bath time disturbed.

For an extra special trip you should consider booking an Ambassador Suite. On arrival you’ll receive a complimentary fruit bowl and bottle of wine. You will also have a seafront dining area, where you can enjoy food delivered to your room, as well as all the benefits you’d get by booking other room types including a private pool, second bathroom and Jacuzzi® bathtub.

A stay at Atrium Platinum Resort means you’re just 6km from the Old Town of Rhodes, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can see the remains of castles, temples and fortifications. You can view colourful restored mosaics at the Palace of The Grand Master of The Knights, including one dated from the 2nd Century BC. The Archaeological Museum displays fascinating collections of artefacts from Rhodes and other Greek islands. It is housed in a historic building that was originally The Hospital of the Knights of Saint John. But if you don’t want a history lesson, there are plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants too.