Kyotari

Kiotari is located on the southeastern coast of Rhodes, 60 km from the island's capital. There are several ways to get to the resort:

• Bus. It departs from the bus station in Rhodes town and goes to Gennadi, making a stop in Kiotari along the way. Buses run approximately once an hour and arrive in Kiotari in about 1.5 hours. The fare is around 7-8 euros. There are also buses from Lindos to Kiotari. They depart several times an hour, and the trip costs 3 euros.
• Transfer. If you need to get to Kiotari from Rhodes Airport, it's better to arrange a transfer in advance. This is because using public transport to reach the resort will be inconvenient: first, you need to take a bus from the airport to the capital, and then transfer to a bus to Kiotari. A transfer is a faster and more comfortable option.
• Rental car. You can rent a car not only at the airport and in the capital of Rhodes but also in any other city on the island.

In Kiotari, there are car and bicycle rental points. However, you can also get around the village on foot: the distances here are small, and everything is located compactly. Kiotari is crossed by intercity bus routes that can take you to Lindos, Rhodes, or neighboring beach resorts.

In Kiotari itself, there is nothing to see except for the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord located near the waterfront. However, 4 km away from the resort is the village of Asklipio. On the way there, you can make a stop near the churches of Agios Nektarios and Agios Georgios. Asklipio is a picturesque mountain settlement with white houses and a historical atmosphere. Above it rises the fortress of the Knights Hospitaller from the 14th century. From the height of the ruins, breathtaking views of the mountains open up.

In addition to the fortress in Asklipio, it is worth visiting the folklore museum, the ruins of the ancient temple of Asclepius, and the ancient church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. It was built in the 11th century and is famous for its frescoes. 18 km from Kiotari is Lindos — one of the most historically important cities in Rhodes. Its Acropolis is a collection of ancient treasures in the open air. Climbing up to it, you can see a Byzantine church, medieval walls, and an ancient temple with pagan sanctuaries. The modern part of Lindos is a charming resort town with whitewashed houses and a sandy bay.

Despite Kiotari not being as lively as other resorts in terms of entertainment options, you won't get bored here. The resort offers water sports, relaxation in hospitable taverns, and decent souvenir shopping.

Active recreation

Active entertainment in Kiotari is concentrated on the beach. There are water sports centers here for windsurfing and water skiing enthusiasts. You can ride a banana boat and a jet ski, rent a catamaran. Another option is a sea trip along the coast of Rhodes with a stop in Lindos. For those who prefer "land" entertainment, it is worth going on a jeep safari to the rugged areas around Kiotari. Since the resort is located in a green area, it is pleasant to take long walks and bike rides along the trails.

Shopping

There are souvenir shops located in the area of Kiotari promenade. Here you can buy memorable souvenirs that Rhodes is famous for: products made of olive wood, ceramics, natural cosmetics, jewelry. In addition, there are clothing stores and sports equipment shops in Kiotari.

For children

One of the best entertainment options in Kiotari with children is boat rides with a transparent bottom and catamaran trips. Local companies offer family tours on quad bikes. The route includes visits to sandy beaches, forest areas, and mountain villages. Although Kiotari Beach is pebbly, it is ideal for relaxing with children. It stretches for several kilometers, protected from high waves. The water entry here is shallow, and the sea is clean and not too deep. Entertainment options include inflatable attractions. Many hotels in Kiotari have playgrounds and entertainment for children.

Nightlife

In Kiotari, there are no wild parties (for that, you need to go to Faliraki or Rhodes). But there are several bars here with dance music and a wide selection of cocktails. Many of the local establishments offer relaxation in a laid-back atmosphere.

Excursions

Located a half-hour drive from Kiotari is Lindos, while a little over an hour is needed to reach the city of Rhodes. Both cities are rich in historical monuments. If you don't want to spend a lot of time on the road, you can go on a sea excursion to Lindos or take a tourist mini-train ride from Kiotari through the southern coast of Rhodes to Glistra Beach. By purchasing one ticket, you can use it all day.
From Kiotari, it is definitely worth visiting Prasonisi Beach — a place where the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas merge. Many come here from all over the island, and it's just 30 km from Kiotari to Prasonisi.

Kiotari experienced significant development in the 1990s. As a result, almost all hotels here are new. The choice of hotels in Kiotari is quite extensive: from comfortable villas to apartments with everything you need, as well as 4-5-star hotel complexes with pools, entertainment, spa centers, and All-Inclusive options.

Rhodes is famous for its excellent cuisine. The traditional local dish is yaprakia. These are grape leaves, onions, or cabbage leaves stuffed with rice. Also popular on Rhodes is kakavia soup - a local fish soup. And of course, no tavern is complete without meze (an assortment of appetizers) and moussaka on the menu. All of this can be found in the traditional Greek taverns of Kiotari. In addition to them, there are pizzerias, fast food places, pastry shops, seafood restaurants, and establishments with sea views in the resort town.

• Kiotari borders the resort towns of Lardos and Gennadi. Both in terms of the vacation experience are very similar to their neighbor. Therefore, it makes sense to get to them by taxi or car to spend a day or two on the local beaches;
• Umbrellas and sunbeds on Kiotari beach will cost 10 euros per set.