Picolo recommends · Hotel in Rhodes, Greece
Kokkini Porta Rossa
Antiques under lofty ceilings and a small pool, tucked behind a door in the cobbled lanes of the medieval town of Rhodes.
The lanes of the knights' city are paved with pebbles and worn smooth, and behind one of the doors is a house that has been restored with real care. Ceilings are high, rooms are furnished with antiques, and a small pool waits for the hot part of the day.
With only a few suites, the staff have time for every guest, and the attention to detail shows. Step out and the Street of the Knights, one of the best preserved medieval streets in Europe, is a short walk away.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Kokkini Porta Rossa
We chose it for the rare mix of history and real luxury in one small house. For an anniversary or a honeymoon in Rhodes, this is the address inside the walls.
It is expensive, and it is designed for adults who want calm. Families with children will be happier with more space and a bigger pool outside the Old Town.
What you get
- Small pool
- Suites with high ceilings
- Restored historic building
- Personal, attentive service
- Restaurants a few minutes on foot
A day at Kokkini Porta Rossa
- Morning
- Breakfast at a slow pace before the Old Town fills up.
- Midday
- A walk along the Street of the Knights and the city walls.
- Afternoon
- Back to the cool of the suite and a swim in the pool.
- Evening
- Dinner in one of the small squares of the Old Town.
Location
Old Town, Rhodes, Greece
Open in MapsQuestions about Kokkini Porta Rossa
Is Kokkini Porta Rossa suitable for children?
It is not aimed at families. The hotel is small, quiet and built around couples, so parents with children will find more room outside the Old Town.
Does Kokkini Porta Rossa have a pool?
Yes, there is a small pool, which is a rare thing inside the walls of the Old Town.
How far is Kokkini Porta Rossa from the Street of the Knights?
Only a few minutes on foot. The hotel is inside the walls, so the medieval street and the Old Town restaurants are all within easy walking distance.
Other hotels nearby
Spirit of the Knights Boutique Hotel
For a lower price in a stone house with a lemon garden.
Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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