50 Shades of Blue

50 Shades of Blue Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to 50 Shades of Blue, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect from the name — but the reality is refreshingly straightforward. This place sits in the Vlicha area near Lindos, and you know what struck me immediately? The parking situation is actually sorted, which anyone who’s driven around Rhodes will tell you is no small thing. The property has this relaxed, unpretentious vibe that feels more like staying at a well-appointed friend’s place than a formal hotel.

Location & Surroundings

Vlicha is one of those spots that locals know about but doesn’t get the same crowds as Lindos town itself. You’re close enough to pop over to the famous acropolis when you want that postcard moment, but far enough away to actually relax without fighting for beach space. The area has this quiet, residential feel during the day, and I mean that in the best way possible. Couples seem to really get it — there’s something about the setting that just works for romantic getaways without being overly staged about it.

The Pool & Activities

The swimming pool here is honestly the kind of spot where you end up spending way more time than planned. It’s not massive, but it doesn’t need to be — the whole setup feels intimate and well-maintained. What caught me off guard was finding badminton equipment available, which sounds random but actually makes perfect sense once you’re there. There’s enough space to have a proper game without feeling cramped, and it’s one of those little touches that shows someone actually thought about what guests might want to do during those lazy afternoon hours.

The Experience

Here’s the thing about 50 Shades of Blue — it doesn’t try to be something it’s not. The rooms are comfortable and clean, with that Mediterranean simplicity that actually feels more restful than places that pile on unnecessary frills. Recent guests have been rating the location pretty highly, and I can see why. You get that authentic Greek island experience without the tourist trap feeling that can make some places feel a bit hollow. The whole property has this easy-going atmosphere where you can genuinely unwind.

Why Guests Love It

What really works here is the combination of being well-located without being in the thick of everything. You’ve got your own parking spot, a nice pool to cool off in, and you’re positioned perfectly for exploring both the quieter side of this part of Rhodes and the more famous attractions when the mood strikes. It’s the kind of place where couples find themselves actually talking to each other instead of just taking photos for social media — though the setting certainly doesn’t hurt if you do want those shots. The whole experience feels genuine, which honestly can be harder to find than you’d think in popular Greek destinations.

50 Shades of Blue Accommodations

Reviews of 50 Shades of Blue

• Kevin from United States – 19 August 2024 (8/10)

• Nika from Slovenia – 25 July 2024 (9/10)

  Me and my friends stayed in this villa for a week and we had the best time ever. Although the location is near the beach you need to walk for about 15 minutes, but on our way back we took a taxi because of the hill, it is not an easy walk. But this didn’t bother us at all, because this villa truly has everything you need. The owner was very responsive. If we had problems with the water he took care of it almost immediately. He also helped us with other things and questions we had about the island in general. When we arrived, there was food and drinks in the fridge which does not happen very often. The owner also arranged a transportation from the airport to the villa. Overall we had a really great experience and really enjoyed our vacation.

• Karl from United Kingdom – 14 September 2023 (9/10)

  Beautiful villa and location
  
  What could be improved: The shower fixing could do with being replaced

• Anthony from United Kingdom – 17 August 2023 (7/10)

  Great pool. Great BBQ area. Great outdoor dining area. Great communication by owner.
  
  What could be improved: Under equipped kitchen ( lack of utensils) no microwave, Bed mattresses too hard, lots of steps to gain entry, refuse bin to far away from Property. Parking area poor. No cleaning provided during the weeks stay. Pool cleaning wasn’t daily as promised. No welcome booklet to describe house fuse box, emergency procedures etc , local information such as restaurants, beaches etc would have been handy. A washing machine translation from Greek to other languages would have been a good thing to have.

• מוטי from Israel – 26 July 2023 (9/10)

  אהבנו מאוד את הפרטיות. בעל הוילה היה מקסים דאג להכל. היתה שריפה באי והוא דאג לעדכן ולהרגיע. הבריכה נקיה וטובה.
  המיטות טובות, מרווח עם נוף יפה. ממליץ מאוד למשפחה עם ילדים.
  
  What could be improved: ממליץ להוסיף יותר כלי מטבח. חסר מפתחות לשירותים.

• Matthew from United Kingdom – 26 October 2022 (8/10)

  Location, space and view. Also fridge with provisions and wine !
  
  What could be improved: a bit close to the main road and run down buildings

• Ian from United Kingdom – 17 September 2022 (8/10)

  amazing place great views very spacious and clean and tidy would definitely come again
  
  What could be improved: the steps up to the main door were very dangerous and the pool is not good for young non swimmers ( a bit deep in shallow end)not many of the local taxis knew the location of the property.

• Gerard from United Kingdom – 25 August 2022 (9/10)

  The owner was available fromwhen we arrived, we had a couple of issues with water power but they were sorted in a friendly and efficient manner
  
  What could be improved: Only the water power issues which to be fair was with the local council but we were kept informed and resolved as soon as they could

• Pavel from Czech Republic – 15 August 2022 (9/10)

  Super – přijeli jsme v noci a měli jsme v lednici nakoupené základní potraviny + sekt + víno + meloun – velmi milé překvapení, co nám ušetřilo hodně starostí
  
  What could be improved: Zlobila voda (v oblasti je málo vody, tak ji systematicky vypínají) a elektrika(trouba), ale dalo se s tím žít, když byla možnost venkovního grilu

• Penny from United Kingdom – 9 August 2022 (8/10)

  Easy access to nearby resorts
  
  What could be improved: The noise from the road

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