Rhodes, Greece

Pefkos had just a handful of hotels when we arrived in Rhodes 19 years ago: it may have grown into a great all-round resort but its sandy beaches and laid-back charm are unspoiled and this budget-friendly hotel enjoys a prime location.

This is an ideal choice if you love to lie by the pool, sip a cool drink, admire the view and totally relax. It’s also perfect for beach-lovers as it is only 500 meters away from the crystal clear, blue waters.

The family-run Karpathios Studios sit high above the beach, backed by slopes dotted with pine trees.

The property was fully refurbished during 2020 and early 2021 with upgraded plumbing works, AC units, a new restaurant with views out to sea, refurbished bedrooms and much more..

There are 38 studios in total plus a poolside snack bar and restaurant. The large pool is surrounded by terrace decorated with the island's coloured cobbles.

We have our own table for breakfast every day and dinner with wine on three nights of each week, eating together on other evenings (own expense) in Pefkos or, no more than a 10-minute/€10 taxi ride away in Lindos.

The public areas have free WiFi.

All our studios and bathrooms are being refreshed ahead of the new 2022 summer season.

Each spacious room has a two or three single beds with the room for Sole Use ( a few rooms have a double bed).  There's a kitchen corner with fridge and kettle plus a bathroom and shower. Air conditioning and a safe are optional extras - Air-con €60 per week, safe €15 per week.

Whether your room looks onto the garden terrace or sea, you have a small furnished terrace or balcony.

• Double / Twin room for sole use
• Buffet breakfast each day
• 3 dinners each week (with ½ bottle wine and water)
• Host support throughout
• ATOL-bonded flights from Gatwick: up to 20 regional options
• Transfers from/to Rhodes airport (approx 60 mins)