Beaches with Beach Bars and Tavernas in Rhodes

Food & drinks: Development is substantial: the entire length is lined with sunbeds and umbrellas for hire, backed by beach bars, tavernas and a promenade.

Faliraki Beach runs for nearly a kilometre along the east coast of Rhodes, just south of the resort town that shares its name. The beach is broad and sandy, with shallow, gentle water that shelves slowly — good for families with children. Waves are generally moderate, enough for a pleasant swim or some bodyboarding.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Large lot

Certification

Blue Flag

Food & drinks: Sunbeds and umbrellas line much of the sand, and a handful of tavernas and beach bars sit right behind the beach, serving drinks and grilled fish.

Agathi Beach stretches along the eastern coast of Rhodes, just a short drive south of the fishing village of Haraki. It's a broad, sandy shore backed by a strip of tamarisk trees that cast welcome shade. The water shelves gently and is usually calm, with a moderate swell that seldom disturbs swimmers.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: The beach is fully organised: sunbeds and umbrellas are available for hire, and a beach bar serves drinks and snacks.

Anthony Quinn Beach sits on Rhodes’ east coast, just south of Faliraki, in a small bay framed by low cliffs and scrub-covered slopes. The shore is a mix of sand and pebbles, shelving gently into clear, calm water that is well suited to snorkelling. The beach is sheltered, so waves are moderate most days.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: The beach is backed by low-rise accommodation and a handful of tavernas and bars right on the sand, many offering sunbeds and umbrellas for hire.

Charaki Beach stretches along the east coast of Rhodes, a few kilometres south of the busy Faliraki resort. The shoreline is composed of smooth pebbles and shingle, with the occasional sandy patch, and the water is clear with a moderate swell that makes it pleasant for swimming.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: The beach is fully organised: rows of sunbeds and umbrellas line the sand, backed by a promenade with beach bars, tavernas, and snack kiosks.

Faliraki’s main beach, often referred to as Faliraki A, stretches along the east coast of Rhodes just south of the town centre. It is a broad, sandy beach with shallow, moderately calm waters, making it a popular choice for families and those new to water sports.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: The beach is fully organised: rows of sunbeds and umbrellas extend from the hotels and bars that line the shore, with a lively atmosphere often amplified by music from the beach bars.

Faliraki B is the southern stretch of the long sandy beach that runs along the popular resort of Faliraki on Rhodes' east coast. The sand is soft and golden, and the water shelves gently, making it a safe choice for families.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: The beach is serviced in season: rows of sunbeds and umbrellas line the sand, and a basic beach bar operates for refreshments.

Galouni Beach lies on Rhodes’ east coast, a few kilometres south of Kiotari village and roughly halfway between Lindos and Prasonisi. The shoreline is a straightforward stretch of golden sand, sloping gently into moderately calm Aegean waters that suit swimmers and families.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: A beach bar and a couple of tavernas serve drinks, snacks and full meals;

South of Lindos on Rhodes' east coast, Glystra Beach occupies a broad sandy cove backed by low scrub-covered hills. The beach itself is fine golden sand, sloping gently into moderately shelving water – waves here are rarely wild but can be lively enough for bodyboarding.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: Sunbeds and umbrellas are available for hire, and a string of tavernas and beach bars serve food and drinks within steps of the shore.

Ixia Beach stretches along the west coast of Rhodes, just north of Rhodes Town, where the coast is lined with hotels and apartments. The beach is predominantly pebbly and shingle, so bring appropriate footwear.

Type

Pebble

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Food & drinks: Several beach bars and a taverna serve drinks and meals, so you can easily spend the day without bringing much.

Stretching along the east coast of Rhodes, this beach is named for its distinct reddish sand, coloured by iron oxide. The shoreline is long and gently sloping, with moderately exposed waters that are clear and shallow near the edge, making it a popular spot for families and casual swimmers.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside