No — it closes for winter at the end of October and reopens in late April, in line with the island's tourist season.
Discover Authentic Rhodes: A Local Travel Guide by Mercure
At Mercure, we believe you shouldn't need a guidebook to feel like you belong somewhere. That's the idea behind Discover Local: since 1973, every Mercure hotel has been built around its neighbourhood, not just dropped into it — from the décor on the walls to the flavours on the menu. Step into any Mercure and our teams are on hand with the kind of tips you won't find in a guidebook: the market stall locals queue for, the bar where nobody speaks English, the walk that skips the crowds. They live here. They know. Discover Local isn't a generic city guide — it's a short, honest list of the restaurants, markets and neighbourhoods our own hotel teams actually recommend to guests, updated as the city changes around us. Below, you'll find our picks for Rhodes, an interactive map to help you find your way, and answers to the questions travellers ask us most. So — where will Discover Local take you?
Our map pins local favourites such as the Old Town, the Acropolis of Lindos and the Kallithea Springs, alongside our Mercure hotel.
Top 5 Things to Do in Rhodes
Saturday farmers market
Farmers arrive early with crates of tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, olives, honey and bread. Get there before 9:30am for the best of the harvest and the coolest hour of the day.
Nea Agora (New Market)
An early 20th-century Arabian-style market building near Mandraki port, with spices, local products and food stalls under one characterful roof.
Old Town side alleys
Inside the medieval walls, locals skip the main tourist streets for the small side alleys, where family-run tavernas keep prices and cooking honest.
Pitaroudia
Chickpea fritters spiced with tomato, onion and cumin — a Rhodian street snack worth seeking out over anything fried and generic.
Mandraki port
The old harbour, once said to be guarded by the Colossus of Rhodes — a good spot for an evening walk once the day-trip crowds thin out.
Explore Rhodes's Best Local Spots with Our Interactive Map
What's on the map in Rhodes
We've mapped local spots around Rhodes, from medieval walls to ancient Kamiros.
History
Rhodes Old Town
Enter through the Amboise Gate to the Palace of the Grand Masters, walk the medieval walls, climb the Clock Tower for the view and step into the Archaeological Museum.
Old Town · Medieval city · Perfect for history
Acropolis of Lindos
Above Lindos, the Temple of Athena Lindia crowns an acropolis with sweeping views over the Aegean. Climb early, before the heat.
Lindos · Ancient site · Made for views
Ancient Kamiros
Walk the streets of the ancient Doric town of Kamiros, among the remains of houses, temples and sanctuaries.
West coast · Archaeological site · Ideal for history
Filerimos Monastery
A monastery among olive and cypress trees, with cloisters, chapels and panoramic views.
Ialysos · Monastery · Perfect for views
New Market (Nea Agora)
A lively market of colourful stalls by Mandraki harbour. Wander in for a coffee and the buzz.
Rhodes town · Market · Great for local life
Palace of the Grand Masters
The imposing palace of the Knights of St John in Rhodes Old Town: vast halls, mosaics and medieval defences.
Rhodes Old Town · Palace and museum · Perfect for history lovers
Nature & relaxation
Faliraki, Anthony Quinn Bay and Prasonisi
From Faliraki to Anthony Quinn Bay and windswept Prasonisi, golden sand and clear water everywhere. Which one's yours?
Rhodes · Beaches · Made for swimming
Valley of the Butterflies (Petaloudes)
Quiet paths through lush greenery – Petaloudes is made for a slow, relaxing walk in nature.
Petaloudes · Nature reserve · Ideal for a walk
Kallithea Springs
Striking decoration, clear water and gardens: the historic Kallithea baths are a lovely place to unwind.
Kallithea · Historic baths · Great for swimming and photos
Food & drink
Tamam
Traditional ingredients in generous portions. Order the prawns.
Rhodes town · Restaurant · Perfect for Greek food
Ouzeri Ta Petaladika
A simple ouzeri with a long list of meze, from grilled octopus to sea urchins and Symi shrimp. Pour the ouzo.
Rhodes town · Ouzeri · Made for meze
Mavrikos
Run by the same family since 1933, one of Rhodes' most renowned tables.
Lindos · Restaurant · Ideal for a special meal
Turkish Coffee
A café in the Medieval Town reflecting the island's multicultural past.
Medieval Town · Café · Perfect for a break
FAQ
A short ride from the medieval Old Town and its UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the hotel itself is about 50 metres from the beach.
Arrive before 9:30am, while the produce is freshest and temperatures are still cool.
The Palace of the Grand Masters, the medieval walls, the Clock Tower and the Archaeological Museum.
Yes. The Temple of Athena Lindia looks out over the Aegean – the views from the Acropolis of Lindos are worth the climb.
Faliraki, Anthony Quinn Bay and Prasonisi are three favourites.
Where to Sleep in Rhodes
This Mercure hotel appears on our map:
- Mercure Rhodes Alexia Hotel & Spa