Overview
The undisputed historical heavyweight of the Dodecanese, Rhodes is the Greek island to visit if you like equal parts cinematic scenery and ancient culture. Practically an open-air museum, there’s cobblestoned streets, crumbling citadels, Byzantine churches and medieval monuments waiting to be explored. If proximity to sights is a priority, but so is somewhere serene to retire to, this one’s for you. A smart location on one of the island’s most beautiful beaches, Grecotel LUXME Dama Dama offers guests an oasis of peace & privacy, with the tourist hotspots of the Old Town reachable in under 20 minutes by car
Attentively designed and impeccably decorated throughout, the vibe here is luxe-chic, full of easy-on-the-eye corners, with terracotta-topped bungalows housing spacious family rooms and suites. Recently revamped, everywhere you look appears fresh as a daisy, with neutral interiors inviting a sense of calm. Outside, the 100-meter pool is the headline act and guarantees ample room for all aquatic pleasures – whether that’s a grown up slow-swim, or teenage dive-bomb. For thrill-seekers there’s also a two waterslides to keep hearts pumping
What about childcare you ask? Think of Grecoland as an immersive world of craft & creativity, where Tiny Travellers 4+ can make new friends, cultivate new passions (the Little Gardeners sessions are seriously sweet) and dive headfirst into the fabulous activity agenda. Children consumed with hours of fun, parents can skip off to the Gazebo Massage area, work up a sweat in an Aqua Aerobics class or state-of-the-art-gym, or indulge in a little day time drinking in the exceptionally-stocked wine tasting library. Parents of suitcase-space-stealing smalls will enjoy the Grecobaby packing service: providing all the baby and toddler paraphernalia you’ll need during your stay
Another mighty feature here is the roster of restaurants, which ensures top-notch food and drinks are served. Traditional ‘kaloudia’ afternoon tea, gelato-filled crepes and Parisian-worthy patisseries all come without the need to fork out any extra money. Grecotel’s much-loved Dine Out programme is also part of the package, with one complimentary dinner at a traditional local taverna included once per stay. With a commitment to embodying the Greek ‘kefi’ (or joie de vivre to me and you), LUXME Dama Dama is as relaxing as it is entertaining. Opa!
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Flight
4 hr 20 mins flight from London to Rhodes airport
Transfer
Approximately a 20 min transfer from Rhodes Airport. The hotel can arrange transfers, starting from 50€ each way for a family of 4 each way, with age appropriate car seats as well which cost 5€
Costs for larger groups:
80€ costs the minivan for 4-8 pax
100€ costs the minivan for 9-12 pax
130€ costs the minivan for 13-16 pax
Best time to visit
Grecotel LUXME Dama Dama is open from April to October and you’ll find our Rhodes weather guide below:
January: highs of 15 °C degrees
February: highs of 15 °C degrees
March: highs of 17 °C degrees
April: highs of 20 °C degrees
May: highs of 23 °C degrees
June: highs of 27 °C degrees
July: highs of 31 °C degrees
August: highs of 31 °C degrees
September: highs of 27 °C degrees
October: highs of 24 °C degrees
November: highs of 19–20 °C degrees
December: highs of 16 °C degrees
Favourite room
The smallest, and entry level, rooms at Grecotel LUXME Dama Dama are the family guestrooms, sleeping 4 across a master bedroom and cleverly configured sitting room with two sofa beds (separated by a sliding door). We particularly love the duo of balconies. Premier options have the same internal layout, just with more space, and come with the choice of inland or sea views
Families of 5 will want the Superior or Grand Family Apartments, which feature two separate bedrooms and a cosy open plan living area, as well two or three bathrooms, with walk-in shower or bathtubs, and individual balconies opening out from each sleep space
For direct access to the resort’s pools, it’s the Family Bungalow Poolside you’ll want to book. For those looking for a minimal bed:beach commute, plump for a 2 Bedroom Bungalow Suite – both sleep up to 4
All of the rooms can accommodate an extra family member, if the family member is a baby in a cot!
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FAQs
What family facilities are there, and how much do they cost?
Hands-on fun awaits guests at Grecoland, the complimentary Kids Club. Separated into two age groups, tots 4-6 are treated to arts & crafts, treasure hunts and themed events, while those 7-12 have organized sports, team challenges and adventure games to look forward to. Open six days a week, from 10:00-12:30 / 15:00-17:30
Children under 3 may stay and play with parents, while the supervised sessions themselves work on a very chill no-reservations-need drop-in system
Outside of the Kids Club there’s plenty to enjoy as a family: playing in the beach-facing playground, movie nights, private photo sessions, fishing trips, watersports, scuba diving, snorkelling, horse riding on the beach, beach volleyball, boccia and bike rides
Babysitters can be booked from 23 euros per hour approximately according to the kid’s age
Which equipment is available to borrow for babies & children?
GrecoBaby provides all the essential equipment for your tiny travellers, including cots, bed rails, baby monitors, prams, toilet steps, potties, bouncy chairs, baby bathtubs, toilet trainer seats, changing mats, and bottle sterilisers (some items may incur a nominal charge). Guests are asked to fill in the GrecoBaby order form in advance of their trip
What are the pools like?
The 100-meter main swimming pool is the star of the show here and all ages are welcome to make a splash. For little legs there’s also a 1.30 cm deep children’s pool, as well as two flumes for the older lot. Indoors there’s another heated (during the low season April-May & October) swim spot, for those 16+
Is there evening entertainment?
Evening entertainment is provided daily at Grecotel LUXME Dama Dama. The weekly schedule is updated regularly and can be accessed through the Grecotel mobile app
Family movie nights and mini discos burn off any extra energy that remains after dark (starting at 8.45pm)
What’s the protocol for allergies?
Guests with allergy requirements are met by the head chef upon arrival, to walk them through the menus and answer any questions
What’s the dining set up?
Grecotel LUXME Dama Dama offers the brand’s signature Luxury Made Easy all inclusive concept across 6 world class restaurants. The unlimited selection of premium brand drinks includes cocktails, wine, and healthy juices at two bars and one wine cellar, plus the minibar is restocked daily and free to dive into. Snacks, sandwiches and sweet treats are available at all times of the day across the Patisserie & Chocolaterie candy kingdom and beach bar, with light night snacks available until 3am. Vegan, veggie and gluten free options can be found across all restaurants
1 x dinner per week is included at the a la carte restaurants
Dama Dama – the all-day diner offering Mediterranean dishes buffet-style for breakfast, lunch and dinner (07:30-10:30 Breakfast – 12:30-14:30 Lunch – 18:30-21:30 Dinner)
Asiana – an open kitchen dishing up sushi and Far East flavours (19:00-22:00)
Italian Restaurant – an al fresco delight with soothing music in the evening (19:00-22:00)
Tavernaki – contemporary Greek dishes in a modernised ‘taverna’(19:00-22:00)
The Rose-Lobsteria- Menu Degustation for guests over 12 years old (19:00-22:00)
One a la carte diner at a nearby village is also included
Children below 12 years can dine for free at the Tasty Corner lunch from 12.30 – 2pm and enjoy snacks at the Grecoland from 11am to 5pm
Children’s menus can be found across all restaurants and food for babies can be arranged at any time of the day, but it’s best to order in advance via the Restaurant Manager or Guest Services agent. Staff are always happy to warm baby bottles
Worth waking the baby for
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Farma of Rhodes Petting Zoo
Home to ostriches, llamas, kangaroos, ponies, deer, camels and many more, Tiny Travellers can meet new animal friends and discover the history & charm of traditional Greek farming. Next to the Valley of Butterflies (making for a great combined day trip), the setting here really is a natural paradise. Guests are welcome to play, feed and even take selfies with the cheeky residents
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Butterfly Valley
A 600-acre nature park brimming with walking trails (and plenty of benches to soak up the scenery), this famous valley is known for swarms of butterflies between June and September. Showing Rhodes’ untamed beauty to full effect, this is definitely a camera-roll-filling excursion. Follow the path to the top of the hill to witness the Holy Kalopetra Monument, walking alongside flowing springs, cascading waterfalls and oriental sweetgum trees
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Rhodian Waterpark
Upping the adrenaline ante, the Rhodian Waterpark is one of the largest in Greece. With attractions for all ages expect a wave pool, toddler-friendly tipping bucket & wet bubble, lazy river, Kamikaze slide, Space Bowl, twister flumes and free falls
