Best Beaches with Free Parking in the Dodecanese
We rank the 4 beaches with free parking in the Dodecanese. Prasonisi Beach, Rhodes (Greece) comes first with 4.5 / 5, followed by Stegna Beach, Rhodes, Kardamena Beach, Kos.
The sea reaches about 25 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 4 of the 4 have easy access.
1Prasonisi Beach, Rhodes
Prasonisi, Rhodes, Dodecanese · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CPrasonisi is a sandy spit at the far southern tip of Rhodes, where a narrow sandbar joins the main island to a small rocky islet.
2Stegna Beach, Rhodes
Stegna, Rhodes · 4.2 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CStegna is a small bay of sand and fine pebbles on the east coast of Rhodes, sheltered by a rocky headland.
3Kardamena Beach, Kos
Kardamena, Kos · 4.1 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CKardamena has a long beach of light sand on the south coast of Kos, with thatched parasols, sunbeds and warm shallow water.
4Marmari Beach, Kos
Marmari, Kos · 4.1 / 5 · Easy access · about 25 °CMarmari is a long, wide beach of fine sand on the north coast of Kos, backed by low dunes and tamarisk trees.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prasonisi Beach, Rhodes | Greece | 4.5 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 2 | Stegna Beach, Rhodes | Greece | 4.2 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 3 | Kardamena Beach, Kos | Greece | 4.1 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 4 | Marmari Beach, Kos | Greece | 4.1 | 25 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when our practical info reports free parking at or near the beach, then ranked by editorial score. Lots can fill early in summer. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches with free parking in the Dodecanese?
Our top three are Prasonisi Beach, Rhodes (4.5 out of 5), Stegna Beach, Rhodes (4.2 out of 5), Kardamena Beach, Kos (4.1 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 25 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Prasonisi Beach, Rhodes, Stegna Beach, Rhodes, Kardamena Beach, Kos, Marmari Beach, Kos have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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