Resorts like Ixia are well-developed, with a wide range of amenities. Ixia itself is a modern, purpose-built tourist centre that gets very busy in high season. Situated on the main road, the large hotels along this stretch are all either opposite, or on the beach, overlooking the Turkish coastline and with breathtaking views of the sun setting over the sea. When it comes to dining out, Ixia has plenty to choose from with around 25 restaurants and several bars. Although some say that Ixia has 'limited nightlife', there are two discos and several bars. For those wanting more, Rhodes Town is only a short taxi ride away. The small shops in Ixia are almost all aimed at the tourists. If you wish to go further afield, then a trip into Rhodes town will provide more extensive shopping opportunities. Ixia's pebble and shingle beach is 2km long and unsuitable for children, although there's windsurfing at all levels. Pre-bookable diving is available at these resorts (please ask your travel agent for details).

Rhodes town is only a short excursion away, why not soak up the medieval history of the fortress town whilst leisurely strolling around the city walls? Alternatively, enjoy the spectacular views from the 14th-century palace that once housed the Knights of St John? The cosmopolitan town of Lindos is just a short boat ride away where you can saunter along the traffic-free streets, explore the faded magnificence of the acropolis or simply linger in the tavernas or cafes and relax. In Ixia, you may find: Filerimos (a medieval monastery with gardens and interresting sites), Historical private houses Many restaurants, bars, pubs, super markets, shops, Jet skiing, Wind surfing (2 world championships were held in Ixia beach)

Helena Apartments - Rhodes
Helena Apartments is a small friendly apartments complex situated in Chalikounas beach (only 50m from the sea), one of the most beatifull natural enviroments in the Greek island of Corfu, only 5km away from the tourist villages of Messonghi & Moraitika. The Helena apartments are built in a beautiful garden, planted with Palm trees, lemon treess and different kinds of flowers, thus offering an enjoyable environment to all the guests. The surroundings offer an ideal place for calm, rest and contact with nature ...

Bella Mare Hotel & Apartments - Faliraki Rhodes
Bella Mare Hotel is located on the beautiful island of Corfu, on the north-eastern coast, 1,5km away from Kassiopi village. It's a small family run hotel, set in a calm green scenery right on the magnificent beach at Avlaki. With friendly staff, extensive landscaped gardens and a huge pool, Bella Mare Hotel is an ideal location for thoroughly relaxed holiday. Set amid magnificent scenery. Surrounded by trees and positions right in front of Avlaki beach. between the village of Agios Stefanos to the south and the busier village of Kassiopi

Holidays in Ixia - Rhodes GREECE
Ixia is an established developed resort on the north of the island of Rhodes just 4 miles from the airport and equally close to the vibrant capital of Rhodes town. Ixia is virtually an extension of Rhodes Town along the coast and caters for all age groups and budgets. Ixia has some of the classiest hotels on the island. Ixia beach is the typical mile-long stretch of shingle found in this part of Rhodes, with every beach facility and plenty of watersports. Fairly constant breezes help with the heat and provide especially good conditions for sailing and windsurfing.
Ixia are for those who prefer to be outside the capital Rhodes Town but close enough to visit easily for shopping, sightseeing and nightlife. You will have many beachside restaurants to choose from, ranging from fast food to Greek tavernas to much classier international cuisine. You can try the nightlife on offer in the resort which includes several discos as well as bars and restaurants of every kind, or alternatively can enjoy everything on offer in Rhodes Town which is just a short taxi journey away. Rhodes Town nightlife is busy and lively, with a huge selection of restaurants, bars and nightclubs especially in the New Town. Popular holiday excursions include the waterpark at Faliraki, the resort of Lindos, the ancient site at Ialysos and of course Rhodes Town with its extraordinary walled Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rhodes Old Town remains a hugely impressive remarkably well-preserved medieval Crusader fortress city despite being packed with shops, bars and restaurants. Frequent buses run from Ixia to Rhodes Town.
Information about Ixia beach
The beach is mainly organized and during the summer season it gets rather windy with large waves, so is suitable for wind surfing and sailing. Ixia also offers spectacular sunsets!

Ixia Rhodes holiday Reviews
Rhodes and Ixia - Sandra and Iain Wilson. Date of travel: Jun 2006