Best Old Town Stays in Rhodes Town

Midgard Suites is a family-friendly base in the Medieval Town of Rhodes, 400 metres from the Grand Master's Palace. Rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms, city views, streaming services and minibars. A sun terrace, garden, bar, outdoor seating area and a hot tub give families somewhere to relax after sightseeing. Akti Kanari Beach is a 16-minute walk away, so this is a sightseeing base, not a beach stay. Rated 9.6 from 224 reviews.

Medieval Inn is a 14th-century building in Rhodes Old Town with Cycladic-style rooms, air conditioning and private bathrooms. Guests have two private gardens, an internal courtyard and a rooftop terrace with views over the Old Town, and a homemade breakfast is served daily. Guests rate it 9.5 from 378 reviews. I would choose it for couples and travelers who want to sleep inside the old walls in a building with real age.

Koukos Rodos Boutique Hotel & Spa is an adults-only, four-star boutique hotel in Rhodes Town, so it is not for families with children. It is built in traditional architecture with modern comforts and sits 150 metres from the beach. Rooms have fireplaces and wooden furnishings, and there is a shaded terrace and a spa for wellness. Guests rate it 9.3 from 250 reviews. I would choose it for couples who want old-town charm and a spa close to the sea.

Rhodos Horizon is an adults-only hotel, so it is not an option for a holiday with children. Adults travelling together, such as grown-up children with their parents, will find a calm boutique base 100 metres from Aquarium Beach. Some refurbished rooms face the Aegean, and the spa and wellness centre adds a quieter option for the afternoon. Families with children should look at the other Rhodes Town hotels on this page instead.

Arthur Suites in Old Town is a base inside the medieval quarter of Rhodes Town, so families see the Street of Knights and the Grand Master's Palace on foot. Rooms are air-conditioned, with private bathrooms, bathrobes and free toiletries. Private check-in and check-out and a concierge service smooth arrivals. Wi-Fi is free in public areas only. Old Town lanes suit walking more than strollers, and Elli Beach is within reach.

Rodos Park is a five-star hotel in Rhodes Town, close to the medieval city, with spacious rooms and suites that give families real room to spread out. Balconies look over the gardens, the pool or an archaeological area, which can spark children's curiosity about the island's past. The outdoor pool covers swim time between walks in the old town, and parents can take turns at the spa, with its bio sauna, hot tub and experience showers. The location makes sightseeing on foot easy.

Nafsika Hotel is a family-run, two-star hotel in Rhodes Town, 60 metres from the beach and a 10-minute walk from the Medieval Town. Rooms have air conditioning, satellite TV and a private balcony, and a buffet breakfast is included. A bar, a sun terrace and a lounge room give everyone space outside the room, with free Wi-Fi in rooms and at the bar. Rated 8.9 from 800 reviews, I recommend it to families who want a simple, friendly base between the sea and the old town.

Best Western Plus Hotel Plaza is a four-star in central Rhodes Town, with rooms looking towards the sea or the Medieval Town. The beach is 300 metres away, and back at the hotel children can use the pool and its sun terrace while parents try the sauna. A buffet restaurant and two bars mean meals are easy without searching the old town each evening. An 8.8 score from over 1,700 reviews is very good, and I recommend it for families who want a pool in town.

Athineon Hotel is a four-star apartment hotel in Rhodes Town, a five-minute walk from the Old Town and the port. The apartments have separate double bedrooms, a living room and a fully equipped kitchen, which suits families who want to cook some of their meals. A large outdoor pool with a bar, a playground, a restaurant and an on-site supermarket keep things easy with children. Rated 8.7 from 1,324 reviews, it is the option I would pick for space.

Canvas by Mitsis Petit Palais is a four-star all-inclusive hotel in Rhodes Town, 250 metres from the beach and a short walk from the Medieval City. A swimming pool and an outdoor whirlpool keep children busy, while parents can use the spa and wellness facilities. Themed dining means meals vary through the week without leaving the hotel. The contemporary rooms use warm colours and wooden furniture. Rated 8.6 from 984 reviews, I recommend it to families who want all-inclusive ease close to the Old Town.

Athena Hotel gives families a base in Rhodes Town, 50 metres from the beach. The outdoor pool is the daily alternative to the sand, and a restaurant serves buffet breakfast, which keeps mornings easy with children. Rooms have private bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite TV and Wi-Fi. The medieval Old Town and the Aquarium are within walking distance, so sightseeing needs no car. The hotel also takes business guests, so expect some conference traffic.

Hotel Hermes is a modest 2-star base on a pedestrian street in Rhodes Town, with 35 rooms. Many rooms look over Mandraki Harbour and the sea, which is a pleasant view for parents in the evening. Rooms have air conditioning, heating, a TV and a mini-fridge, useful for children's drinks and snacks. Wi-Fi is free in public areas only. Mandraki Harbour is 50 metres away and the Old Town is a 10-minute walk, so this suits families who explore on foot.

Hotel Riviera is a four-star hotel on the seafront in Rhodes Town, with direct access to the sea and a swimming pool. Rooms have private balconies facing the sea or the city. The Medieval Old Town, with its monuments, shops and restaurants, is within walking distance, so families can mix swimming and sightseeing without a car. The surrounding streets are lively at night. Rated 8.4 from 1,013 reviews, I recommend it to families who want the sea in front and the Old Town close by.

Mercure Rhodes Alexia Hotel & Spa is a practical family base: the beach is just 30 metres away and the centre of Rhodes Town about 500 metres, so children are never far from the sand and parents can reach town on foot. The pool gives a second swimming option, and every room or suite has a private balcony or terrace. The à la carte restaurant and bar cover evenings. I would book it to combine beach days with walks into town.

Europa Hotel sits about 50 metres from Psaropoula Beach, so families reach the sand quickly. The pool area has a snack bar, which helps when children want something between meals. Rooms are simply decorated, with a fridge, TV, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a balcony looking over the pool or the Aegean. The town centre is within 500 metres and the Old Town is within reach, and a buffet breakfast is served daily. Expect basic rooms rather than polished ones.

Arte Hotel is a four-star hotel in Rhodes Town, 50 metres from the beach and a 10-minute walk from the town centre. Rooms are air-conditioned with private balconies, some looking over the Aegean, others over the pool or the town. The swimming pool has sunbeds and umbrellas, and the main restaurant serves Greek and international dishes, with a bar for evenings. Free Wi-Fi and parking help families arriving by car. Rated 8.1 from 851 reviews, I recommend it for a pool-and-beach stay near town.