White Pearl

Hotel Description

Okay, so White Pearl – honestly, when I first heard the name, I was expecting some generic resort trying too hard to sound fancy. But this place actually lives up to it, and I mean that in the best way possible. It’s tucked away on that winding road between Pilona and Katavias, which sounds like the middle of nowhere until you realize you’re perfectly positioned between some of Rhodes’ most stunning (and thankfully less crowded) beaches. The drive there is half the experience – you know those moments when you’re winding through Greek countryside and suddenly catch glimpses of turquoise through the olive groves? That’s your whole approach to White Pearl.

What struck me first was how quiet it gets here, especially in the evenings. You’re far enough from the main tourist strips that you actually hear cicadas instead of mopeds, which is honestly refreshing if you’ve spent any time in Rhodes Town. The staff seem to genuinely know the area – not just the usual scripted recommendations, but real local insights. Like, they’ll tell you which tavernas in nearby Lachania village are actually run by locals (hint: follow the smell of fresh bread in the morning), or when the winds die down enough for a perfect beach day at Prasonisi. The woman at reception mentioned that most guests don’t realize how close they are to some incredible hiking trails that connect the inland villages – something you’d never figure out from looking at tourist maps.

The rooms have this understated elegance that feels more thoughtful than flashy. Everything’s clean and comfortable without trying to impress you with unnecessary bells and whistles. What I really appreciated was the attention to practical details – proper shower pressure (you know how hit-or-miss that can be in Greece), blackout curtains that actually work, and air conditioning that doesn’t sound like a helicopter landing. The balconies face different directions depending on your room, so you might catch sunrise or sunset views, sometimes both if you’re lucky. Parking is straightforward too, which might seem minor until you’ve spent twenty minutes circling narrow village streets elsewhere on the island. The whole place has this relaxed confidence – like they know they’re good at what they do without needing to oversell it. It’s the kind of spot where you end up staying an extra night just because leaving feels premature, especially when you realize how easy it is to explore the southern part of Rhodes from here without dealing with crowds or fighting for beach space.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $228. Villa with Sea View with 2 × 2 single beds and 1 double bed for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Κώστας from Greece – 17 November 2024 (10/10)

• Anke from Germany – 9 November 2024 (10/10)

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