Galei Kinneret, Tiberias
Established two years before Israel's independence, the Galei Kinneret Hotel boasts a storied 78-year legacy of hospitality. It has welcomed numerous celebrities and politicians, with suites dedicated to David Ben Gurion and Yitzhak Navon. After substantial renovations totaling around $18.5 million, the hotel now features Assaf Granit's Lotte Restaurant, a Roman-style luxury spa with a jacuzzi, saunas, relaxation rooms, treatment areas, a fully equipped gym, a yoga room, a pool with views of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights, a private beach, and a boat for guest excursions on the Kinneret. Access is available for guests aged 16 and above. Note, some facilities may be non-operational due to current conditions; check with reception in advance.
Cost: Starting at approximately $695 per couple per night midweek in August.
Galei Kinneret
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Botanica Hotel, Haifa
Opened two years ago in Haifa's German Colony, at the base of the Baha'i Gardens, the Botanica Hotel by Fattal offers prime access to Haifa's cafes, restaurants, vintage shops, bars, and markets. Guests can enjoy the rooftop pool, a luxurious spa with various treatments, and a culinary experience with unique cocktails. Entry is for guests aged 16 and above.
Cost: Starting at around $440 per couple per night midweek in August.
Pereh, Golan Heights
The Pereh Resort, opened three years ago, offers a romantic escape for couples 18 and older. Set on eight acres, it features 27 exquisitely designed suites with luxurious bathrooms and private balconies, surrounded by stunning gardens and serene natural landscapes. The resort, on the site of a historic customs house, underwent extensive renovations. At its center is a pool surrounded by fruit trees, sunbathing areas, and a large heated hot tub. There's also a small spa, a wine cellar with Golan wines, and a chef's restaurant.
Cost: Starting at approximately $565 per couple per night midweek in August.
Carmel Forest
In the heart of the Carmel Forest Nature Reserve, at the end of a winding mountain road, lies the ultimate retreat: Carmel Forests Estate. This sought-after spa hotel, one of seven luxury Isrotel properties, offers a peaceful, technology-free zone for guests aged 16 and older. Visitors come here to disconnect, enjoy gourmet dining, and indulge in body-mind treatments. Alongside standard suites, three boutique villas offer extra luxury and privacy, each with private parking, a pool, a hospitality area, a spacious living room, and a sleeping suite. The stay includes a spa treatment for each guest, daily treats from the chef, and a personal butler to cater to nearly every need.
Cost: Starting at approximately $540 per night for a double room midweek, and $2,160 for a villa.
Akotika, Acre
Nestled in the narrow streets of Acre's Old City, right by the sea, Akotika is a "scattered" hotel with rooms spread across various stone buildings along an alley leading from the main building. Each of the 16 suites offers unique layouts and designs, equipped with a plush king-size bed, espresso machine, minibar, television, and bathroom. Amenities vary from a plunge pool to a sea-view balcony or indoor jacuzzi. Choose your preference at booking. The hotel's treatment area offers a variety of massages, and the rooftop terrace serves breakfasts inspired by the city, featuring local delicacies alongside traditional options.
A luxury hotel by Fattal, with an investment of about $26.5 million, it’s an adults-only wellness hotel atop Mount Canaan, offering breathtaking views of Safed and the Galilee. The hotel has 119 rooms and suites, including environmentally conscious options with 200-year-old recycled teak furniture and soap bottles from recycled waste. The spa features 15 couples’ treatment rooms, an extensive treatment menu, an indoor pool, outdoor hot tubs with panoramic views, four saunas with large windows, a Turkish hammam, and a gym. Guests can also enjoy workshops and activities like yoga, meditation, painting classes, and lectures on mindfulness, herbal medicine, detoxification, and personal development. Soon, a wine bar named 26.8 will open, featuring a vegetarian kitchen with vegan dishes, with ingredients sourced within 26.8 kilometers, and wines from Upper Galilee and Golan wineries.
Cost: Starting at around $350 per couple per night midweek in September
Canaan Hotel, Safed
One of Fattal's luxury hotels, with an investment of about 100 million shekels, this adults-only wellness hotel is perched atop Mount Canaan, offering breathtaking views of Safed and the Galilee. The hotel features 119 rooms and suites. For eco-conscious guests, two special suites are available, furnished with recycled teak wood approximately 200 years old, and soap bottles made from recycled materials. One suite overlooks the Sea of Galilee and the Golan, while the other faces the Galilee and Mount Meron. The spa complex includes 15 couples' treatment rooms, an extensive treatment menu, an indoor pool, outdoor jacuzzis with stunning views, four saunas with large windows (did we mention the view?), a Turkish hammam, and a fitness center. Additionally, there are rotating workshops and activities: yoga sessions, meditation guides, painting classes, and lectures on mindfulness, medicinal herbs, detoxification, and personal development. Soon, a wine bar named 26.8 will open in the hotel garden. It's named for the fact that the ingredients for its dishes are sourced within this distance from the bar. The bar will offer a vegetarian menu with a variety of vegan dishes, and wines will be sourced from wineries in the Upper Galilee and the Golan.
Cost: Starting at approximately $350 per night for a couple midweek in September (currently fully booked for August).
MUSE Boutique Hotel, Tel Aviv
Nestled on Trumpeldor Street, close to the beach, promenade, and a vibrant array of bars and restaurants, MUSE Hotel offers an adults-only boutique escape in the heart of Tel Aviv. With 35 rooms adorned in colorful, contemporary decor featuring Israeli art, the hotel provides an intimate, tranquil, and refreshing experience. Breakfasts are themed—French, Israeli, vegan, or indulgent. For those mixing business with leisure, a plush lounge serves as a networking hub.
Cost: Starting at around $260 per couple per night midweek in August.
PLAY Levontin, Tel Aviv
The newest gem from the Isrotel chain, PLAY Levontin, offers a light, fun urban experience in the Electric Garden neighborhood, surrounded by charming cafes. With 34 spacious, Parisian-style rooms, some with balconies, this adults-only hotel also features business spaces, a spa, a private cinema, and the highlight: "Gila and Nancy" restaurant by Eyal Shani, celebrating pioneering transgender figures. The creative menu is complemented by cabaret-style drag performances.
Cost: Starting at approximately $198 per couple per night midweek in August.
Indigo, Tel Aviv
Located in the heart of the Diamond Exchange District, Indigo Tel Aviv is close to Tel Aviv's business centers and the Azrieli shopping complex. The hotel boasts a variety of rooms and suites, a spa with five treatment rooms, a restaurant, and a stunning rooftop on the tenth floor with an infinity pool, sunbeds, a cocktail bar, and an urban view. Entry is for guests aged 21 and older.
Cost: Starting at around $164 per couple per night midweek in August.
Poli Urban, Tel Aviv
This Africa Israel boutique hotel, Poli Urban, is at the heart of Tel Aviv, offering a chic urban getaway. All major city attractions are within walking distance. The hotel has 52 rooms, a wine bar, a chef restaurant, and is open to guests aged 18 and above. The breakfast and other food services are non-kosher.
Cost: Starting at approximately $169 per couple per night midweek in August.
Gordonia, Ma'ale HaHamisha
Perched atop one of the Jerusalem Mountains' highest peaks, Gordonia offers guests breathtaking views and serene tranquility at 800 meters above sea level. Committed to personalized hospitality, the hotel begins with a pre-arrival call to discuss personal preferences. It features 40 suites, 27 with private pools. Those without can enjoy a shared infinity pool, jacuzzi, and sauna in the hotel's beautiful garden.
Cost: Starting at about $738 for a suite without a private pool, $940 for a suite with a private pool, per couple per night midweek in August.
Almond, Neve Ilan
Located en route to Jerusalem, about half an hour from Tel Aviv, Almond is a new adults-only boutique hotel by C Hotel, opened in January. Spanning three floors with 60 rooms of various types, all spacious and luxuriously equipped. The View restaurant offers a concept menu that changes throughout the day. The hotel also boasts a luxury spa with nine treatment rooms.
Cost: Starting at approximately $400 per couple per night midweek in August.
Alegra Boutique, Ein Kerem
In the heart of the Ein Kerem neighborhood, Alegra is a small, intimate boutique hotel housed in a beautiful two-story stone building. Each of its 14 rooms is elegantly designed to reflect the neighborhood's spirit, featuring high ceilings and eastern elements. The hotel offers a large green garden, a rooftop with views of the Judean Hills, and a spa.
Cost: Starting at around $346 per couple per night midweek in August.
Lear Sense, Gedera
Lear Sense, a luxurious boutique hotel in Gedera, is housed in a historic building amidst three acres of orchard and greenery. It offers 24 adult-only rooms, some with private saunas and hot tubs. The rooftop is a sanctuary with a pool, sunbeds, a Turkish hammam, and a cocktail bar. Yoga and Pilates classes are available, along with a bar, bistro restaurant, and gym.
Cost: Starting at approximately $276 per couple per night midweek in August.
Dream Island Resort, Sde Yoav
Dream Island is a 60-acre paradise focused on wellness and relaxation. The resort features 26 luxurious suites, some with jacuzzis or private pools, dining options, a spa complex, a Turkish hammam, and a water area with various pools. The resort is for guests aged 18 and above.
Cost: Starting at about $530 per couple per night midweek in August.
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Oasis Spa Club, Dead Sea
A fusion of two former Prima hotels, Oasis Spa Club offers a luxurious spa experience with a desert vibe. The resort is for guests aged 18 and above and offers five types of rooms, with the Garden Suite being the most luxurious. Guests can enjoy the Dead Sea's unique offerings or indulge in the hotel's Moroccan-style spa.
Cost: Starting at around $520 per couple per night midweek in August.
Herods Vitalis, Eilat
Imagine a serene escape in Eilat during August—yes, it’s possible! At Herods Vitalis, an exclusive adults-only haven, you can truly unwind from the city’s hustle. Here, you can breathe deeply and recharge in tranquility. Mobile phone use is limited to your room, ensuring quietude in the public spaces. Plus, it's a smoke-free environment.
This upscale spa hotel is dedicated to wellness. The extensive spa menu boasts 60 treatments, including unique options like massages with 'Tiger' sea shells from the Philippines. There are specialized massages for expectant mothers and a wide range of cosmetic treatments. For further pampering, enjoy the outdoor waterfall pool with hot or cold jets, a jacuzzi, wet and dry saunas, and a fitness center. Savor breakfast and dinner at Lawrence, the hotel’s gourmet restaurant.
Cost: Starting at approximately $1,270 for a two-night stay for a couple midweek in August.
Enjoy!