Faliraki sits on the north-east coast of Rhodes approximately 15 kilometres south of Rhodes Town — a transfer of around 20–25 minutes from Rhodes International Airport (RHO). It is one of the most accessible major resort areas in the Greek islands, combining a very short airport transfer with a long sandy beach, a good range of hotels and easy road access to everything else the island offers.
The beach at Faliraki is one of the finest on Rhodes — a long, broad stretch of fine golden sand with calm, clear Aegean water that is ideal for families with children of all ages. The water here is sheltered from the prevailing northern winds by the shape of the east coast, making it considerably more consistently swimmable than the west coast beaches around Ixia in summer. The beach facilities — sunbeds, parasols, water sports and beach bars — are well-developed and well-maintained throughout the season.
The all inclusive hotel offer in Faliraki is the strongest on Rhodes. Large, well-equipped five-star properties — including some of the finest all inclusive resorts in Greece — line the beachfront and the approach roads to the resort. For guests who want the best possible all inclusive hotel choice on Rhodes, Faliraki is where the selection is deepest and the quality most consistent. Eleni considers several Faliraki properties among the best all inclusive hotels she has inspected anywhere in the Greek islands.
Rhodes Town is 15–20 minutes away by taxi — close enough to visit easily for a day or an evening, far enough that the resort itself feels separate from the city. The UNESCO-listed medieval old town, the Street of the Knights, the Palace of the Grand Master and the harbour are all within easy reach for Faliraki guests who want to experience the extraordinary history of the island alongside their beach holiday. Eleni recommends going early in the morning — the old town before the cruise ship crowds arrive is a completely different experience from the same streets at midday.
One honest note: Faliraki has a reputation for being a lively resort — and in parts of the town, particularly around the main entertainment strip, that reputation is accurate. The beach area and the hotel strip are considerably more family-oriented and considerably quieter than the town centre nightlife zone. Guests choosing their hotel carefully in Faliraki — selecting a property on or near the beach rather than in the town centre — will find a relaxed and very well-equipped family resort. GotoBeach can advise on exactly which Faliraki hotels are best positioned for families and which ones sit closer to the livelier parts of the resort.
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