Elissa Lifestyle Resort is an adults only beachfront hotel in Kallithea offering a larger scale stay built around multiple pools, varied dining and a more relaxed, spread out pace just outside Rhodes Town.

The hotel is laid out as a series of low rise buildings stepping down towards the sea, with water running through the property in the form of multiple pools rather than one central focal point. This creates a more distributed feel, where different areas carry their own atmosphere rather than everything feeding into a single hub.

Walking through the hotel feels unhurried, with space between buildings, shaded pathways and open views towards the coast, giving it a calmer rhythm despite the overall size.

Staying

The 209 rooms, suites and bungalows follow a consistent approach, focusing on space, outdoor living and a clear connection to either pool or sea views. Private terraces and verandas are standard, with higher categories introducing private or shared pools that shift the stay towards something more self contained.

Layouts are practical and consistent, with the emphasis on comfort and usable space rather than standout design, allowing the setting and outdoor areas to do more of the work.

There are four restaurants, Fanes, Kavos, Fourni and Masari, along with three bars, giving the hotel a broad but structured dining setup. Fanes covers breakfast and main buffet service, while Kavos focuses on seafood by the water, Fourni on grilled dishes and Masari on Asian flavours, creating clear separation between venues.

The bars are positioned across the property, from the lobby through to the pool areas, supporting a more gradual shift from daytime to evening rather than a single focal point.

Experience

The standout feature is the number of pools, with multiple freshwater options spread across the hotel so it never feels centred around one busy area. This allows you to move between quieter spots and more active spaces depending on the time of day.

The beach runs directly in front of the hotel, while tennis courts, water sports and organised excursions add activity for those who want it, though the overall pace remains relaxed rather than high energy.

Wellness

Ella Wellness & Spa is a full facility with an indoor pool, hammam, sauna, treatment rooms and a gym, giving it a proper presence within the hotel rather than feeling secondary.

Where

The hotel is located in Kallithea on the east coast of Rhodes, around 7 kilometres from Rhodes Town and approximately 17 kilometres from Rhodes International Airport, making it easy to combine time on property with short trips into the old town.