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Rhodes with Kids

Rhodes combines the highest density of family all-inclusive resorts in Greece with one of the best-preserved medieval walled towns in Europe. The east coast has the calm, sandy beaches families want; the west is windier and better suited to older children. The island is compact enough that the old town, Lindos and a water park are all day trips from a single base.

Best for ages
0+
Suggested stay
7–10 days
Best months
May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Daily budget
€185

Mid-range, family of four

Why Rhodes works with children

  • The largest choice of family resorts

    All-inclusive hotels with kids' clubs and water slides line the east coast.

  • A walled medieval city

    The old town is inhabited, walkable and genuinely impressive to children.

  • Calm east-coast swimming

    Sheltered sandy bays, in contrast with the windy west coast.

  • One of the longest seasons

    Reliable sun from May through October.

Where to stay

Best areas in Rhodes for families

3 areas cover most trips here; the difference is mainly resorts and water parks versus sightseeing bases.

  • Faliraki & Kallithea

    Best for resorts and water parks

    The main family strip, with the biggest hotels and the island's water park.

  • Lindos

    Best for scenery and a short stay

    A whitewashed village below an acropolis, beautiful but steep and hard work with a pushchair.

  • Rhodes Town

    Best for sightseeing bases

    Next to the medieval walls, with beaches on both sides and the ferry port.

Family hotel picks in Rhodes

  • Rhodes — east-coast all-inclusive
    Faliraki / KallitheaMid-range

    Rhodes — east-coast all-inclusive

    The highest concentration of family all-inclusive hotels in Greece, on the sheltered side of the island, with the water park and the old town both a short bus ride away.

    • Water slides and children's pools on site
    • Kids' clubs and evening entertainment
    • Calm, sandy east-coast beaches
    • Buses to Rhodes Town and Lindos

    Fitting a family in

    Family rooms sleeping four are standard; interconnecting rooms are common at the larger properties.

    Watch out. Faliraki has a nightlife strip as well as family hotels. Check which end of the resort you are booking.

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Things to do in Rhodes with kids

  • Rhodes medieval old town
    Culture

    Rhodes medieval old town

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    A walled, inhabited medieval city with a moat, gates and the Palace of the Grand Master — a UNESCO site you walk through rather than queue for.

    Ages
    5–16
    Time
    3h
    Adult, from
    €10

    Good to know. Cobbled throughout and hard work with a pushchair.

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  • Lindos acropolis
    Culture

    Lindos acropolis

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    An ancient citadel above a whitewashed village and a sheltered bay, reached by a stepped path from the village square.

    Ages
    6–16
    Time
    3h
    Adult, from
    €12

    Good to know. A steep, exposed climb. Go early; the bay below is a good reward afterwards.

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Getting around Rhodes

Buses run reliably along the east coast between the resorts, the town and Lindos. A car is useful for the quieter southern beaches but not necessary for a resort week.

Rhodes tips for families

  • With kids

    Lindos acropolis is a steep climb

    The path up is stepped, uneven and fully exposed. Go early, take water, and skip it entirely with a pushchair.

  • When to go

    The west coast is the windy side

    Good for windsurfing, less good for small children swimming. East-coast beaches are calmer on the same day.

Trips that include Rhodes

Ready-made itineraries with this destination built into the route.
  • 7 days€€Greece

    Rhodes All-Inclusive

    A resort week with a medieval city attached

    Best for ages
    All ages
    Pace
    Relaxed
    Driving
    No car needed
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Rhodes with kids: common questions

Is Rhodes good for toddlers?
The east-coast beaches are sheltered and sandy with gradual entry, and the resort strip is built around families. The old town's cobbles and Lindos's steps are the awkward parts with a pushchair.

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