Faliraki, Greece, at a glance
Faliraki is a resort on the coast of Rhodes with a broad sandy beach and a seasonal water park. It suits visitors who want a beach base with pools and slides within reach. An older municipal description gives the beach a length of about 4 km, so there is room to walk even when it is busy.
Faliraki is one of the 12 places in our guide to the best beaches on Rhodes. If you want something quieter, compare it with the coves and the village beaches around Lindos.
Faliraki beach, Rhodes, Greece: long and sandy
Long, sandy and easy to reach from the resort.
Sand and space
The beach in Faliraki is broad and sandy. On a long strand like this you can walk away from the busiest section.
Prices and services
Sunbed, umbrella and parking prices vary, so ask before you sit down. Do not assume a lifeguard is on duty, and look at the flags before you swim.
The sea in autumn
The sea averages about 24.6 °C in October, according to a sea-temperature site. See the weather guide for each month.
Faliraki and east coast tours from Rhodes
Boat trips, snorkelling cruises and day tours that start on the east side of Rhodes, with live prices and availability.
Faliraki water park, Rhodes: season, hours and prices
The water park announces its 2026 season from 4 May to 26 October. Rhodes waterpark opening times are 10:00 to 18:00 in May, September and October, and 10:00 to 18:30 in June, July and August. Check the park's timetable for the next season, because the 2026 dates end soon.
The ticket covers the pools, slides and activities. Loungers, umbrellas and aids are available as supply allows. Children under 12 may not use the extreme slides, and other size or activity limits can apply.
Drizzle alone does not close the park. If lightning is expected, the park does not operate. The park's terms offer no refund for rain or changeable weather.
Water park prices for 2026
Per person, as of 2026.
| Ticket | Adults and over 12 | Children 3 to 12 | Children 0 to 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | €30 | €20 | Free |
| 2 days, per day | €27 | €17 | Free |
| 3 or more days, per day | €25 | €16 | Free |
The operator's wording overlaps at age 3, so clarify the edge case before you book. Multi-day prices are per day, not a total.
Getting to Faliraki and where to stay
The park has a page for a free transfer bus, so look at its current schedule before you plan a day. Do not assume a free bus runs all year or for every remaining day of October. For other buses, check the current timetable before you go. Our airport guide explains the transport options on arrival.
Faliraki has a coastal setting with the seasonal water park nearby, but the park's closing date says nothing about a specific hotel. If you are choosing a base, see where to stay on Rhodes.
- Combine with the coast: Tsambika and Kallithea Springs are other bathing stops on the island.
- With children: bring sun protection, water shoes and a change of clothes. Ask at the entrance about size and activity limits for the slides.
- Fire safety: no open fires or discarded cigarettes in dry vegetation. Call 199 or 112 if you see smoke.
Choosing a hotel in Faliraki, Rhodes
A hotel in Faliraki puts you near the beach and the seasonal water park. If you look for a Faliraki water park hotel, ask the hotel about its own season, because the park's closing date says nothing about a specific property.
A day at Faliraki
One way to split it.
Water park from opening
Arrive at 10:00 so you get the most from your ticket. July and August average about 30 °C by day, so the first hours are the most comfortable.
Beach in the afternoon
Leave the park when it closes, at 18:00 or 18:30, or earlier, and spend the rest of the day on the sand.
Watch the weather
If lightning is forecast the park stays shut, so keep the beach as your backup plan.
Faliraki: frequently asked questions
How much is the Faliraki water park in 2026?
A day ticket costs €30 for adults and children over 12, €20 for children 3 to 12 and is free for children 0 to 3. Two-day and three-day tickets are cheaper per day.
When does the water park close for the season?
The planned last day of the 2026 season is 26 October. It opened on 4 May.
What are the opening hours?
10:00 to 18:00 in May, September and October, and 10:00 to 18:30 in June, July and August.
What happens if it rains?
Drizzle alone does not close the park. It does not operate when lightning is expected, and no refunds are offered for rain or changeable weather.
Is the water park suitable for small children?
Children from 0 to 3 are free and children from 3 to 12 pay €20. Children under 12 may not use the extreme slides, and other size or activity limits can apply, so ask at the entrance.
Can I buy a multi-day ticket?
Yes. Two days cost €27 per day for adults and children over 12, and three or more days cost €25 per day. Children 3 to 12 pay €17 and €16 per day.
Is there a free bus to the water park?
The park has a page for a free transfer bus. Check its current schedule before you go, as it may not run every day.