Staying near Elli beach and the northern tip
At the northern tip, check which coast your hotel actually faces. The eastern shore at Elli and the western waterfront can feel different when the wind picks up. Look at the route from the hotel entrance to the water, including road crossings, and ask whether the room has somewhere practical to dry swimming things.
At a glance
- Best for
- Beach days, families
- At night
- Lively in summer
- Getting around
- Town bus, 15-minute walk
- Price level
- €€€
Hotels along the northern tip, with a town beach, the aquarium and the casino, and the Old Town fifteen minutes away on foot.
Good for
- Swimming in the morning and sightseeing later
- Hotels with pools and sea views
- Flat walking and families with children
Think twice if
- You want to sleep inside the walls
- You dislike crowded beaches in July and August
How Elli beach and the north end compares with the rest of Rhodes
What is near Elli beach and the north end
Rhodes Aquarium
About 5 to 10 minutes on foot from central Elli beach, at the northern end of the peninsula.
Mandraki harbor
Allow roughly 10 to 15 minutes on foot from the southern end of Elli beach, following the eastern waterfront.
New Market
Around 15 to 20 minutes on foot from the aquarium area, useful for orientating yourself before a trip toward the bus terminals.
Eating in Elli beach and the north end
Beachfront stops suit a drink or a simple lunch between swims. For dinner, compare menus on the streets running back toward the center. Ask whether breakfast starts early enough for planned excursions, and check whether your room has a fridge for water and snacks.
Getting around from Elli beach and the north end
Walk south for Mandraki and the central bus departure areas. Allow extra time from hotels near the aquarium, since they are farther from the terminals than the southern end of the beach. Check the current stop for any local bus before relying on it.
Hotels in Elli beach and the north end
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Other areas of Rhodes
Staying near Elli beach and the northern tip
Does a hotel near Elli always face the beach?
No. Check the building's position, the room category and the entrance route. Some accommodation sits on side streets or faces the western waterfront.
What footwear should I bring?
Bring shoes suitable for the pebbly shore and a separate comfortable pair for town walks. The Old Town's uneven paving is awkward in loose beach sandals.
Can I walk to the island buses?
Yes, but allow time to reach the central departure areas south of the beach. Confirm the terminal for your destination before leaving the hotel.