Best Villas in Rhodes – Handpicked Private Villas by a Local Expert
Finding truly great villas in Rhodes isn’t just about luxury pools or sea views. The places that create the most memorable stays are usually family-owned villas run by hosts who genuinely care about their guests and their property.
If you’re still comparing options, you can explore the full overview in Villas in Rhodes, or use this guide to find the best villas across the island based on location, guest experience and overall value.
I spent a long time researching and selecting the villas in this guide, focusing on beautiful locations, outstanding guest reviews, and hosts known for their warm hospitality.
Instead of listing hundreds of random properties, this page features a carefully curated selection of some of the best villas in Rhodes, including luxury villas with private pools, countryside retreats and sea-view villas near the island’s most beautiful beaches.
If you want villas that are actually worth booking, this guide focuses on carefully selected stays — not just nice photos, but villas that consistently deliver exceptional experiences.
⭐ Every villa in this guide was chosen for its high guest ratings, unique location, and exceptional hospitality.
⭐ Looneytravels Featured Villa of the Month
Villa Lindos Blue
📍 Location: Lindos / Pefkos area
👥 Sleeps: 6 guests
🏊 Private pool
⭐ Guest rating: 9.7
🌅 Sea views
A beautiful private villa perfectly located between Lindos and Pefkos, offering sea views, peaceful surroundings and easy access to some of the most stunning beaches in Rhodes.
It’s an ideal choice for travellers looking for privacy while still staying close to some of the island’s most iconic locations.
⭐ Why I Chose This Villa
I chose Villa Lindos Blue as this month’s featured villa not only for its beautiful location between Lindos and Pefkos, but also because of the wonderful hosts behind it.
James and Steve are genuinely some of the warmest people I’ve met on the island, and they care about this villa as if it were their own home. That attention to detail and hospitality really shows in the guest experience, which is reflected in the excellent reviews the villa consistently receives.
How I Selected the Best Villas in Rhodes
⭐ Carefully selected from hundreds of villas across Rhodes
⭐ Villas with Outstanding Guest Reviews
Every villa on this list has consistently excellent guest ratings and positive feedback from travellers who have already stayed there.
⭐ Passionate Owners Who Truly Care
Many of the villas included in this guide are run by owners who treat their property like a home rather than simply a rental. Their attention to detail, warm hospitality and personal care often make the biggest difference in the overall guest experience.
⭐ Beautiful Locations Across Rhodes
From sea-view villas near Lindos to peaceful countryside retreats and hidden village homes, this guide includes some of the best villas in Rhodes across some of the island’s most beautiful locations.
⭐ Unique Character and Atmosphere
Instead of listing hundreds of similar properties, I focused on villas that offer something memorable — whether it’s stunning views, thoughtful design, or a setting that makes your stay in Rhodes truly special.
Rhodes has hundreds of villas across the island, but not all offer the same experience. The villas featured in this guide were selected after extensive research, focusing on properties with excellent guest reviews, beautiful locations, and owners who genuinely care about their guests.
Best Villas Near Lindos
The Lindos area is one of the most sought-after locations in Rhodes for villa stays. With its iconic white village, beautiful beaches and dramatic coastline, the region offers some of the most stunning private villas on the island.
For a deeper look at this area, explore my full guide to Villas in Lindos Rhodes.
Villa Lindos Blue
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Lindos
📍 Location: Lindos / Pefkos area
👥 Sleeps: 6 guests
🏊 Private pool
⭐ Guest rating: 9.7 (Excellent)
🌅 Sea views
Villa Lindos Blue is a beautiful private pool villa between Lindos and Pefkos, offering peaceful surroundings, sea views and easy access to some of the most stunning beaches in Rhodes. With a private pool and spacious outdoor areas, it’s an ideal choice for travellers looking for a relaxing villa stay close to Lindos.
Villa Auretta – Pefkos
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Pefkos
📍 Location: Pefkos (near Lindos)
👥 Sleeps: up to 11 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🍽 Outdoor BBQ & dining area
⭐ Guest rating: 9.8 (Excellent)
🏡 Villa size: approx. 220 m²
Villa Auretta is a spacious private pool villa located near Pefkos beach, just a short drive from Lindos. The villa offers a peaceful setting with beautiful outdoor spaces, making it ideal for travellers who want privacy while still being close to the restaurants, beaches and lively atmosphere of both Pefkos and nearby Lindos.
Villa Ceroni — Pilona (Near Lindos & Vlycha Beach)
⭐ New villa listing with welcoming local hosts
📍 Location: Pilona (near Lindos & Vlycha Beach)
👥 Sleeps: up to 6 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌿 Quiet countryside setting near Lindos
⭐ Guest rating: New Listing (Amazing Hosts)
Villa Ceroni is a peaceful private villa located in the small village of Pilona, just a few minutes from Lindos and the beautiful beaches of the east coast. Surrounded by countryside and olive groves, the villa offers a quiet setting while still being close to popular spots like Vlycha Beach and the famous village of Lindos.
The property features a private swimming pool, spacious outdoor areas and comfortable living spaces designed for relaxing villa holidays. Thanks to its location between the countryside and the coast, Villa Ceroni is ideal for travellers who want privacy and nature while still being within a short drive of restaurants, beaches and the Lindos Acropolis.
Villa Lavanda — Kalathos
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Lindos
📍 Location: Kalathos (near Lindos)
👥 Sleeps: up to 8 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌅 Panoramic sea views
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.3 (Excellent)
Villa Lavanda is a beautiful hillside villa located in Kalathos, just a short drive from Lindos. The villa offers stunning panoramic views across the coastline and a peaceful setting away from the busy resort areas, making it a perfect choice for travellers looking for privacy and scenery.
The property features a private swimming pool, spacious terraces and modern interiors designed for comfort. With several beaches nearby and Lindos only a few minutes away by car, Villa Lavanda combines a quiet villa atmosphere with easy access to restaurants, beaches and one of the most famous villages in Rhodes.
Best Villas in South Rhodes
South Rhodes is one of the best parts of the island for villa holidays. Compared to the busy resorts in the north, this region offers peaceful beaches, traditional villages and spacious private villas where you can truly relax.
From Gennadi to the charming village of Lachania, these villas are perfect for travellers looking for a quieter side of Rhodes.
You can also explore more options in this region in my guide to Villas in Pefkos Rhodes and nearby south-east coast locations.
Casa Carma Villas — Lachania
⭐ Highly rated private villas near Lachania
📍 Location: Lachania (South Rhodes)
👥 Sleeps: 2–6 guests (depending on villa)
🛏 Bedrooms: 1–2 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌿 Boho-style design villas
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.7 (Excellent)
Casa Carma Villas are beautifully designed private villas located near the traditional village of Lachania in South Rhodes. Blending modern comfort with boho-inspired design and authentic local architecture, these villas offer a peaceful setting perfect for travellers looking to experience the quieter and more traditional side of the island.
Each villa features its own private pool, stylish interiors and relaxing outdoor spaces. The villas are just a short drive from some of the most unspoiled beaches in South Rhodes, making them ideal for couples or small groups who want privacy while still being close to the sea.
Available Casa Carma Villas
🏡 Casa Carma I
Private Pool, Boho Style
🏡 Casa Carma II
Private Pool, Boho Style
🏡 Casa Carma III
Private Pool, Boho Style
🏡 Casa Carma IV
Private XL Pool
🏡 Casa Carma V – Private XL Pool
Alpha Villas — Gennadi
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Gennadi
📍 Location: Gennadi
👥 Sleeps: up to 6 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 2 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌊 Close to Gennadi Beach
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.6 (Excellent)
Alpha Villas are modern private pool villas located just a short walk from Gennadi Beach in the south of Rhodes. The villas offer sea views, private terraces and a peaceful setting, making them a great option for travellers who want a relaxing villa stay close to the beach.
Kiotari Akti Beachfront Villas — Kiotari
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Kiotari
📍 Location: Kiotari (South Rhodes)
👥 Sleeps: up to 6 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 2 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌊 Beachfront / sea-view location
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.3 (Excellent)
Kiotari Akti Beachfront Villas are a small collection of modern private villas located just steps from the sea on the peaceful south-east coast of Rhodes. The villas offer beautiful sea views, private swimming pools and spacious terraces, creating an ideal setting for travellers looking for a relaxing beachfront villa stay.
Horizon Line Villas — Kiotari
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Kiotari
📍 Location: Kiotari (South Rhodes)
👥 Sleeps: up to 6 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 2–3 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌅 Sea-view terraces
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.4 (Excellent)
Horizon Line Villas are modern private villas located in the peaceful coastal area of Kiotari on the south-east coast of Rhodes. These stylish villas offer beautiful sea views, spacious outdoor terraces and private swimming pools, making them ideal for travellers looking for a relaxing villa stay close to the beach.
Each villa is designed with contemporary interiors and comfortable living spaces, allowing guests to enjoy both privacy and comfort during their stay. With the beach, restaurants and small local tavernas nearby, Horizon Line Villas provide a great base for exploring the quieter southern side of Rhodes while still being within easy reach of Lindos.
Villa Livis — Lardos
⭐ Highly rated private villa near Lardos
📍 Location: Lardos / Kiotari
👥 Sleeps: up to 8 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌿 Spacious garden and terrace areas
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.4 (Excellent)
Villa Livis is a spacious private villa located between Lardos and Kiotari on the south-east coast of Rhodes. Surrounded by peaceful countryside and close to several beautiful beaches, the villa offers the perfect balance between privacy and easy access to the coast.
The villa features generous indoor living spaces, a private swimming pool and large outdoor terraces where guests can relax and enjoy the warm Mediterranean climate. With Lindos only a short drive away and several beaches nearby, Villa Livis is an excellent choice for families or groups looking for a comfortable villa stay in South Rhodes.
Countryside Villas in Rhodes
While many travellers choose villas close to the beach, the countryside of Rhodes offers a completely different experience. The island’s traditional villages and inland landscapes provide peaceful surroundings, mountain views and a slower pace of life that many visitors fall in love with.
Staying in a countryside villa allows you to experience a more authentic side of Rhodes while still being within easy driving distance of the coast. These villas are perfect for travellers looking for privacy, nature and traditional village atmosphere away from the busy tourist areas.
If you’re deciding between countryside and coastal stays, my guide on Renting a Villa in Rhodes breaks down what to expect from each type of location.
Villa Pastida — Pastida (Near Rhodes Town)
⭐ Beautiful private villa with pool near Rhodes Town
📍 Location: Pastida (near Rhodes Town)
👥 Sleeps: up to 6 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool & jacuzzi
✈️ Close to Rhodes Airport and Rhodes Town
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.6 (Exceptional)
Villa Pastida is a stylish private villa located in the traditional village of Pastida, just a short drive from Rhodes Town and the island’s west-coast beaches. The villa offers a peaceful village setting while still being conveniently close to the airport, the historic centre of Rhodes Town and several popular attractions.
The property features a private swimming pool, outdoor terraces and comfortable living spaces designed for relaxing villa stays. With tavernas, local shops and countryside views nearby, Villa Pastida provides a great balance between a quiet village atmosphere and easy access to the island’s main highlights.
Massari Hills Luxury Living — Malona
⭐ Stylish countryside villas near Charaki and Lindos
📍 Location: Malona (near Charaki & Lindos)
👥 Sleeps: up to 8 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌿 Peaceful setting surrounded by olive groves
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.5 (Excellent)
Massari Hills Luxury Living is a modern collection of private villas located near the traditional village of Malona on the east side of Rhodes. Surrounded by olive groves and hills, these villas offer a peaceful countryside setting while still being only a short drive from beautiful beaches such as Charaki and Agathi.
Each villa features contemporary design, spacious terraces and a private swimming pool, making them ideal for families or groups looking for comfort and privacy. The villas combine modern luxury with a relaxed village atmosphere, offering a great base for exploring nearby beaches and the famous village of Lindos.
Villa Iliousa Grand — Psinthos
⭐ Luxury countryside villa surrounded by nature
📍 Location: Psinthos (Rhodes countryside)
👥 Sleeps: up to 4 guests
🛏 Bedrooms: 2 bedrooms
🏊 Private swimming pool
🌄 Peaceful mountain & countryside setting
⭐ Guest rating: around 9.8 (Exceptional)
Villa Iliousa Grand is a stylish private villa located near the traditional village of Psinthos in the green interior of Rhodes. Surrounded by hills and countryside landscapes, the villa offers a peaceful setting ideal for travellers looking to relax away from the busy coastal resorts while still being within easy driving distance of beaches and Rhodes Town.
The villa features elegant interiors, a private swimming pool and comfortable outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy the quiet natural surroundings. With Psinthos village nearby and several east-coast beaches reachable by car, Villa Iliousa Grand offers a perfect balance between countryside tranquility and convenient access to the coast.
Not Sure Which Villa Is Right for You?
If you’re still deciding, these guides will help you narrow it down:
– Luxury Villas in Rhodes → for high-end stays and premium experiences
– Beachfront Villas in Rhodes → for direct sea access and views
– Family Villas in Rhodes → for space, safety and convenience
Or explore all options in the main Villas in Rhodes hub.
Find the Best Villas in Rhodes
If you want villas that are actually worth booking, explore Best Villas in Rhodes, where I’ve handpicked the best options across the island based on real guest experience, location and overall quality.
This guide focuses on villas that offer something special — not just nice photos, but stays that travellers genuinely remember.
Plan Your Rhodes Villa Holiday
If you're planning your trip beyond accommodation, these guides will help:
– Rhodes Island Greece Hotels → Compare villas vs hotels
– Car Rental Rhodes → Explore the island easily
– Rhodes Airport Transfers → Easy and stress-free arrival
– Best Things to Do in Rhodes → Discover experiences and activities
Planning ahead helps you choose the right villa and make the most of your stay..
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