Best Boutique Hotels in Rhodes

With six uniquely designed medieval rooms, the Spirit of the Knights is an intimate and romantic escape on a cobblestone street in the heart of Rhodes. The upscale property has a hot tub in a charming courtyard, free-made-to-order breakfast, a bar with brick archways, and free Wi-Fi. Each room is furnished with flat-screen TVs, Greek antiques, and hand-carved furnishings. The family-run hotel is a five- to 10-minute drive from the harbor, and within walking distance of restaurants and bars. Taxis drop guests off as close to the hotel as possible, but not directly at the door, as the property is set on a narrow street.

The 70-room boutique Lindos Blu is a luxury, adult-only hotel built into a steep hillside outside historic Lindos, with spectacular panoramic views of the Aegean. From the moment guests arrive, no detail is neglected, from welcome drinks to waiter service at the private beach, from the abundant (and delicious) free breakfast, to dinner at the hotel's romantic, gourmet restaurant. Rooms are spacious, luxe, and lovely, with whirlpool tubs, balconies, and, in some, private pools.

The Amathus Elite Suites is a luxury property on the Aegean Seafront on Rhodes Island. This suites-only boutique hotel delivers lavishness and privacy with manicured gardens, beach access, an exclusive restaurant with sea views, an elegant spa with a freshwater pool, and a farewell surprise gift. The 36 suites are chic and modern, with sleek furniture, recessed blue lightning, and sea views -- most have private pools.

The 146-room Lindian Village is a quiet, romantic, luxury getaway geared to couples. The property includes a stylish pool area, and couples can arrange both candlelit dinners and wine tastings on the beach. There's also a lovely spa and indoor pool, Greek cooking lessons, and a fitness center with personal trainers. Rooms provide modern comforts, and some have private pools. The hotel’s location, though, is far from the tourist attractions.

The 89-room, upper-middle-range Hotel Lindos View is intimate and small. It offers panoramic views of the sea and the Acropolis of Lindos, a stylish restaurant, a futuristic-looking lobby bar, a bamboo-trimmed massage room, 24-hour front desk service, and two outdoor swimming pools, including one for kids. The apartment-style rooms are spacious and decorated with industrial-chic accents.

The luxury, 44-room Boutique 5 Hotel and Spa provides an intimate and elegant experience exclusively for adults. Along with edgy architecture and whimsical interior decor, the hotel offers a beautiful outdoor pool, romantic sea views from a restaurant and pool bar, close private beach access, a tennis court, and a spa with a hot tub and pool. Rooms have modern furnishings, stunning marble bathrooms with spacious tubs, chic black and white decor, and private terraces; many offer private pools and sea views. The hotel is peaceful, but removed from the major tourist sights.