Ialysos (or Trianta) is located on the northwest coast of Rhodes, just 8 km from the city of Rhodes, and is home to more than 10,000 residents. It is the second-largest town on the island after Rhodes and offers visitors a well-developed tourism infrastructure and a vibrant nightlife.
This resort town boasts numerous luxurious hotel complexes, exquisite restaurants, and traditional tavernas. One of its distinguishing features is its stunning neoclassical mansions, known as "pyrgi" (meaning "castles, palaces"), where wealthy Rhodians used to spend their summers. The town is also lined with palm trees along its main road, Iraklidon Avenue, which runs parallel to the beach — often compared to Hawaii in its beauty.
Similar to Ixia, Ialysos Beach consists of both private hotel beaches and fully equipped public beaches with crystal-clear waters. On a clear day, visitors can even see the opposite coast of Asia Minor.
The sandy and pebbly beach of Ialysos stretches for 10 km and is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and wide range of services, including sunbeds, umbrellas, water sports facilities, gardens, swimming pools, and multi-story hotels with tennis courts and other sports amenities.
A Paradise for Windsurfing and Kitesurfing
Ialysos Beach is one of the most famous beaches on the western side of Rhodes, known for its steady winds and waves, making it an ideal destination for windsurfing. It is widely regarded as a windsurfing and kitesurfing haven, thanks to the constant meltemi winds, which provide perfect conditions for both training and competition. Locals even say that the winds here, once released from Aeolus' bag, never stop! It is no surprise that Ialysos hosts national, European, and even world windsurfing championships, including the 2007 Windsurfing World Championship. These events have further enhanced the resort's popularity among tourists.
Beach Facilities and Activities
At the center of the beach, there is a playground for children, as well as kiosks ("periptero"), mini-markets, fast food outlets, cafés, beach bars, and restaurants conveniently located close to one another.
In short, Ialysos is a unique destination, ideal for both beach lovers and surfing enthusiasts.
A Place Steeped in History
Beyond its sun, sea, and water sports, Ialysos also boasts a rich historical heritage. It is one of the three ancient city-states of Rhodes, dating back to 1500 BC. Visitors can explore several important archaeological sites on Filerimos Hill, including the ruins of the ancient temples of Zeus and Athena, the remains of Byzantine fortifications, a 14th-century Knights Hospitaller monastery, and a symbolic Golgotha path with fourteen stops representing Jesus Christ’s journey to the crucifixion. This pathway, lined with cypress trees and decorated with impressive copper engravings, leads to a 70-meter-high cross. Naturally, the panoramic view from this point is stunning, stretching from Lindos in the east to Kalymnos in the west.
Getting There
Ialysos is well connected to the city of Rhodes by frequent and reliable bus services. Visitors can also reach the resort by taxi, rental car, or motorcycle.
For added convenience, the resort has a medical center, a pharmacy, a police station, and a post office (ELTA).
