Porolithos Boutique Hotel, Rhodes City

Historic Accommodation

Porolithos Boutique Hotel is a lovingly restored 14th-century Knights Templar home with only five rooms. Each room preserves original vaulted ceilings and stone walls, with amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and an iPad. A vitrine in the hotel displays archaeological finds vetted by the Rhodes archaeological department, offering a direct link to the site's medieval past.

Breakfast & Dining

Each morning, the hotel serves breakfast in its tranquil courtyard, offering continental, vegetarian, and vegan options. Guests can enjoy freshly prepared items such as traditional Greek cheese pies, yogurt with honey, and fresh fruit. The breakfast is made to order, and the hosts accommodate early departures with packed breakfast upon request.

Services & Amenities

The hotel provides a range of additional services including bicycle rental, car hire, and airport shuttle with electric buggy pickup from the old town gate. Guests can also arrange massage treatments, use sun umbrellas on the beach, and take advantage of evening entertainment such as pub crawls and temporary art galleries. The hosts offer personalized concierge assistance, including restaurant reservations, tour bookings, and a detailed list of local recommendations via WhatsApp.

Location

Porolithos is located on a quiet side street inside the UNESCO-listed Rhodes Old Town, steps from the main square and The Street of Knights. Popular points of interest include Elli Beach (10 minutes walk), the Clock Tower, and the Palace of the Grand Master. The hotel is 13 km from Rhodes International Airport, with easy access to boat excursions to Symi and other islands from the nearby port.

Activities & Experiences

The hotel organizes cycling and walking tours, as well as tours or classes about local culture. Guests can also book fishing trips, horse riding excursions, or join pub crawls and temporary art gallery visits. Each activity can be arranged directly with the hosts, who also provide recommendations for self-guided exploration of the island.

Highlights

Heritage: Restored 14th-century Knights Templar home with archaeological vitrine

Rooms: 5 unique rooms with vaulted stone ceilings, patios, and iPad

Breakfast: Made-to-order continental/vegetarian/vegan options in courtyard

Services: Bicycle rental, car hire, electric buggy airport transfers, massage

Location: Quiet Old Town street, steps from The Street of Knights and Elli Beach

Concierge: Hosts arrange tours, restaurant bookings, and provide a curated local guide