Rhodes guide

Between serenity and adventure.

Aura sits halfway between the medieval Old Town and Lindos, a few minutes from one of the longest beaches on the island. Here is what is within reach, measured from your door.

From the villas

Minutes, not hours.

5min by car
Beach
Afantou Beach
One of the longest and cleanest beaches on the island. Pebbles and sand, crystal-clear water, and plenty of room even in August. Vammos Beach Bar, where Aura guests have sunbeds, is here.
12min by car9 km
Swim & snorkel
Anthony Quinn Bay
Named after the actor who fell in love with it while filming The Guns of Navarone. Emerald water, rocky coves and good snorkelling. Go in the afternoon after sightseeing.
15min by car10 km
Nature
Seven Springs
A cool green oasis inland from Kolymbia. A narrow tunnel leads to a small lake; bring water shoes. The best escape from the midday heat.
18min by car14 km
History & swim
Kallithea Springs
Restored 1920s thermal baths with pebble mosaics, gardens and a quiet bay for swimming.
25min by car20 km
UNESCO site
Rhodes Old Town
The Street of the Knights, the Palace of the Grand Master and the medieval walls. Go early, wear comfortable shoes, and stay for dinner.
30min by car28 km
Acropolis
Lindos
The Acropolis of Lindos above the whitewashed village and St Paul’s Bay. Temple of Athena Lindia, a Hellenistic stoa and the best coastal view on the island.
25min by car
Transfer
Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Diagoras airport is about 25 minutes by car. We can arrange a transfer.

A day from Aura

One way to do it.

08:30Swim in your pool, breakfast on the terrace.
10:00Rhodes Old Town before the crowds: the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master.
14:00Lunch at Pescadoro or Kimino, 15% off for Aura guests.
16:30Afternoon swim at Anthony Quinn Bay or Kallithea Springs.
19:30Back on the hill. Light the BBQ, open the house wine.

Ask us to plan your days