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For those who have been both to Malta and to Rhodes, I'd like to know if the old towns are much the same in the style of crusader architecture, and mood of walking around.
Rhodes old town: like Malta?
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Hi, we have been to both and think they are not that much alike. Valletta (Malta) has more character and atmosphere, it is drier and dustier and has a very distinctive look. It seemed more 'serious' than Rhodes, which seemed more of a party town. Valletta was in remarkably good condition, considering how damaged it was in the war and how old it is. Rhodes seemed a bit more crumbly.
Rhodes wasn't as memorable as Valletta, we stayed in the old town in Rhodes and also in Valletta and it's hard to remember what Rhodes looked like whereas Valletta is stamped in my memory. There are some stunning views from Valletta, of the Grand Harbour. Rhodes has beaches which Valletta does not.
Rhodes also seemed a lot more touristy. Valletta was more of a normal town that copes well with the influx of tourists, mainly from the cruise ships that dock daily.
We both preferred Valletta. We loved our time on Malta and Gozo. Hope that helps, we've got loads of photos if you want to see any we could email. Let us know you address.
Kay
Having been to Rhodes five times, including two weeks ago I would not describe it as crumbly. There are plenty of spaces off the main tourist drag to relax and contemplate. For me it one of the unique places in the world.