Is Rhodes Expensive?

Is Rhodes expensive to visit?

Rhodes is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $147. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Turku and Madrid.



The castle walls of Rhodes, Greece

How expensive is Rhodes?

The average cost of traveling to Rhodes can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $147 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Rhodes here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Rhodes?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Rhodes will cost around $441 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $882.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Rhodes?

On average, a one week trip to Rhodes costs about $1,029 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,059.

Is it expensive to backpack in Rhodes?

Rhodes is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 3 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $26 per night. (See hostel prices in Rhodes here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $33 and the cheapest around $20 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Rhodes.

  • $20 for a dorm bed at STAY Hostel & Bar Rhodes
  • $26 for a dorm bed at Rhodes Backpackers

Are hotels expensive in Rhodes?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Rhodes, it becomes apparent that they are somewhat more affordable in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $88 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 64 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $174 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $82 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $55 per night.


Hotels by star rating in Rhodes
Rating Number of Hotels Average Hotel Price
5 stars 64 $174
4 stars 202 $145
3 stars 283 $82
2 stars 183 $55
1 star 105 $105
No rating 16 $109

Antifanous 11 & Ippodamou, Rhodes
Overall Rating 9.7
47-49, Dilberaki Street (junction with Griva Street), Rhodes
Overall Rating 9.7

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Rhodes?

Activities and things to do in Rhodes can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $21 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $29.

    • Sea Kayaking Tour - Red Sand Beach (South Pirates Route): $92
    • Bay to Bay Cruise in Lindos: $70
    • The Trikke Experience - See the Sights of the Rhodes City in 1 hour: $36
    • Rhodes sea cruises (6 hours pleasure cruise): $43
    • Sunrise Sea Kayaking Experience with Breakfast: $98
    • Sunset Cruise in Rhodes with unlimited drinks & snacks: $38
    • 90 min Sunset Cruise to Anthony Quinn Bay with Unlimited Drinks!: $33
    • Private Food and Wine Experience with a Sommelier: $157

    Is food expensive in Rhodes?

    Food in Rhodes can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $51 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $43. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

    • 3-Hours Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner all Inclusive: $76
    • Tasting Rhodes: Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & more in an Authentic Greek village: $103
    • All Inclusive Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Unlimited Aperol Spritz, Beer, Wine: $43
    • Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class : $85
    • Rhodes by Night With Dinner - Laterna: $72
    • Rhodes Sunset Cruise - Dinner with Live Music set: $43

    Is transportation expensive in Rhodes?

    The prices of local transportation in Rhodes can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $53 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $32. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

    More for Rhodes

    If you're planning a trip to Rhodes, Greece, check out these other informative travel guides.



    We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.



    If you want to share the information, here's how. down-arrow
    • You are welcome to reference or display our travel costs on your website as long as you provide a link back to this page.
    • For a basic link, you can copy and paste the HTML link code, or this page's address.