Title: Dodecanese Islands Travel Guide: Best of Dodecanese Islands, Europe Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Dodecanese Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Dodecanese-Islands-Hotels.d6051328.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Dodecanese Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Dodecanese-Islands-Holiday-Rentals.d6051328.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Dodecanese Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Dodecanese-Islands.d6051328.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Dodecanese Islands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Dodecanese-Islands.d6051328.Car-Hire-Guide)[Dodecanese Islands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Dodecanese-Islands.d6051328.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Dodecanese Islands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Tsambika Beach showing swimming, landscape views and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73665-Tsambika-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Clock Tower which includes heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73526-Clock-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pefkos Beach showing rugged coastline and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73749-Pefkos-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dodecanese Islands](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73449-Kos.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Temple of Aphrodite which includes building ruins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73845-Temple-Of-Aphrodite.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dodecanese Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Dodecanese Islands ![Rhodes Old Town featuring a city and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73429-Rhodes-Old-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rhodes Old Town 5/5(57 area reviews) Rhodes Old Town is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rhodes Port and Castle of the Old Town while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Rhodes-Old-Town.dx6169768) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e340ab976aadb3576424321b6d6bc62d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Neochori While visiting Neochori, you might make a stop by sights like Old Town Gates and Bar Street. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Neochori.dx874418825345626112) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Agios Nikolaos When in Agios Nikolaos, you can plan a visit to Rhodes Port and Zephyros Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Agios-Nikolaos.dx874419044688850944) - Top hotels in Dodecanese Islands - Top Holiday Rentals in Dodecanese Islands ![Sheraton Rhodes Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791200/791134/14bf6f85_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Rhodes Resort Ialyssos Avenue, Ixia, Rhodes, Rhodes Island £135 9 Oct - 10 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (722 reviews) "I realize it’s part of the architecture. However, it was so frustrating having to constantly switch elevators from our room to the pool and to get to our car. Also, those are som of the slowest elevators we’ve ever experienced. The pool is Amazing! We enjoyed having access to shade at all times. ..." Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F10%2F2025&endDate=10%2F10%2F2025&selected=791134&PinnedHotelID=791134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051328) ![Helea Lifestyle Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13240000/13235700/13235646/6c1a3796_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Helea Lifestyle Beach Resort Kallithea, Rhodes £235 17 Oct - 18 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (282 reviews) "Beautiful hotel and facilities but poor service - long queues, no pool service, room cleaning was late in the day (was often between 4-5pm), the corridors to the rooms were dark and damp smelling - lacked 5 star service imo. Very family friendly which it is advertised as and so many amazing facilities ..." Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F10%2F2025&endDate=18%2F10%2F2025&selected=13235646&PinnedHotelID=13235646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051328) ![Amus Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2278800/2278712/d1290cf6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Amus Hotel & Spa Iraklidon Avenue 100, Ixia, Rhodes, Rhodes Island £130 9 Oct - 10 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (528 reviews) "A really nice hotel with good services and amenities nearby. The staff were brilliant and always so friendly and helpful- special mention to the staff at reception, at the bars and restaurants!! We went all inclusive which was well worth it and would definitely recommend the hotel. The whole area ..." Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F10%2F2025&endDate=10%2F10%2F2025&selected=2278712&PinnedHotelID=2278712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051328) [See all 5,618 properties in Dodecanese Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=18%2F09%2F2025&endDate=19%2F09%2F2025®ionId=6051328) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Castellum Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11270000/11266300/11266261/905ba47f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Castellum Suites Ag.Ioannou 8 - Nea Poli, Rhodes Stay at this 4-star all-inclusive aparthotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rhodes Port and Mandraki ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (97 reviews) "A comfortable and clean hotel. A bit noisy night with other guests arriving back drunk from the town in the early hours, the doors are not sound proof so you can hear every little noise in the corridors. A great location for visiting the Old & New Town with easy walking to both. We didn't use the ..." Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Hotels-Castellum-Suites-All-Inclusive.h11266261.Hotel-Information) ![Sun Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1107700/1107681/cec373fa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sun Beach Resort Ialyssos Beach, Rhodes, Rhodes Island Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rhodes Port and Ialyssos Beach are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (302 reviews) "The property is under a flight path therefore it is very loud at times.." Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Hotels-Sun-Beach-Resort.h1107681.Hotel-Information) ![ Angela Downtown Hotel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1861800/1861747/c669b566_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Angela Downtown Hotel 7, 28 Oktovriou, Rhodes, Rhodes Island Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Rhodes Port and Elli Beach are ... 7.8/10 Good! (340 reviews) "A breath of fresh air having moved from a very bed hotel,made our holiday 😃" Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Hotels-Hotel-Angela-Downtown-Rooms.h1861747.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Dodecanese Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6051328&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Port-South-Aegean.d6173632.Attraction) ![Tigaki Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73436-Kos.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tigaki Beach Revel in a day of sunbathing, swimming and watersports at a popular beach on the northern coast of Kos. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tigaki-Beach-South-Aegean.d6202835.Attraction) ![Port of Kos](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/469000/469922-Dodecanese-Islands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Kos The arrival point for many visitors to Kos is a beautiful port that borders a collection of historical attractions, including Roman ruins and a medieval castle. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Kos-South-Aegean.d6173659.Attraction) ![Pefkos Beach showing a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73406-Rhodes-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pefkos Beach Scenic beauty, shallow sea, watersports and traditional Greek food attract visitors to this laid-back resort in the southern half of Rhodes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pefkos-Beach-Rhodes.d6138862.Attraction) ![Tsambika Beach which includes a beach, landscape views and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73667-Tsambika-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsambika Beach Sunbathe, swim, take part in watersports and walk to a hilltop monastery at this popular beach on the east coast of Rhodes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsambika-Beach-Rhodes.d6062267.Attraction) ![Water Park Faliraki](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6175dcd5ef70dec57e5f82dae3a15487.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Water Park Faliraki Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Water Park Faliraki during your visit to Ammoudes. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Water-Park-Faliraki-Rhodes.d6169047.Attraction) ## Cities near Dodecanese Islands ![Karpathos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ff6b27b17b56321865c37906a602e6eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Karpathos [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karpathos.dx396) ![Kos featuring a castle and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73439-Kos.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kos [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kos.dx1804) ![Pefkos Beach showing a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/73000/73406-Rhodes-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rhodes [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes.dx11286) ![Photo by Γιώργος Φούτας](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f0ca653abd1fa14529cf6a72a485aec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kardamena [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kardamena.dx181068) - Cities near Dodecanese Islands [Karpathos](https://expedia.co.uk/Karpathos.dx396)[Kos](https://expedia.co.uk/Kos.dx1804)[Rhodes](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes.dx11286)[Kardamena](https://expedia.co.uk/Kardamena.dx181068)[Embonas](https://expedia.co.uk/Embonas.dx182090)[Leros](https://expedia.co.uk/Leros.dx182102)[Theologos](https://expedia.co.uk/Theologos.dx182122)[Symi](https://expedia.co.uk/Symi.dx602456)[Archangelos](https://expedia.co.uk/Archangelos.dx6034126)[Kallithea](https://expedia.co.uk/Kallithea.dx6047268)[Kaş](https://expedia.co.uk/Kas.dx6047444)[Tilos](https://expedia.co.uk/Tilos.dx6048060)[Marmari](https://expedia.co.uk/Marmari.dx6051771)[Kiotari](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiotari.dx6051776)[Kos Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Kos-Town.dx6052008)[Tingaki](https://expedia.co.uk/Tingaki.dx6052009)[Mastichari](https://expedia.co.uk/Mastichari.dx6052010)[Rhodes Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Town.dx6052011)[Ixia](https://expedia.co.uk/Ixia.dx6052012)[Ialyssos](https://expedia.co.uk/Ialyssos.dx6052013)[Faliraki](https://expedia.co.uk/Faliraki.dx6052014)[Afandou](https://expedia.co.uk/Afandou.dx6052015)[Kolymbia](https://expedia.co.uk/Kolymbia.dx6052016)[Lindos](https://expedia.co.uk/Lindos.dx6052018)[Kremasti](https://expedia.co.uk/Kremasti.dx6052402) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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