Ixia
General Description of Ixia
Developing resort comprising a selection of larger hotels on the outskirts and smaller hotels and apartment blocks in the centre.
Market/Suitability
Caters for all market types from upmarket in larger hotels to clients on a budget.
Location/Contact
Location: At the N end of the island. 3¾ mls SW of Rhodes Town and 4¼ mls E of the airport.
Position: Set along a shingle beach of the same name and backed by hills.
Dialling Code: 22410
Accommodation
All types of accommodation ranging from de luxe hotels to small apartments and basic C-class accommodation.
Beach
Ixia shingle beach follows the main road with most accommodation on the opposite side. Sunbeds and umbrellas available plus a range of water sports.
Shopping
Nearly all small tourist shops.
Entertainment
Daytime: beach based.
Nightlife: wide selection of bars and discos.
Eating Out
Large choice of restaurants from cheap tavernas to French restaurants and steak houses. Many fast-food bars.
Public Transport
Frequent bus service to Rhodes Town. Taxis available in all areas.
Local Excursions
Half day: Rhodes Town for shopping and sightseeing; Greek evening. Full day: Lindos with its ancient acropolis; island tour; water park at Faliraki.
Serving Airports
Rhodes Diagoras (RHO)
Flight time from the UK: 4 hrs