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ISRAEL TRAVEL NEWS
Israel Tourism
Israel Announces it’s now open for tourism Travelers to Israel will soon need to apply in advance for travel authorization Tel-Aviv Museum is ranked among the top 100 most popular Art Museusm in the world Ministry of tourism allocates 160 million ILS for public infrastructure
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Northen Israel Park Now Accessible to Everyone
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“Boutique hotel dor adults”: Poli Urban Tel Aviv opens
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Terminal 1 is back: Everything you need to know
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The Ministry of Tourism Increasing the supply of loadging rooms in Israel A Eurodisney style hotel will be built in Israel Experience relaxed Desert Tourism in Roxon Desert Arad
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ISRAEL TOURISM
June 2024
ISRAEL ANNOUNCES IT’S NOW OPEN FOR TOURISM
All tourist areas are ‘completely safe’
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and Head of Marketing Administration, reflected on the recent events, particularly the events of October 7, 2023, in the Gaza area. He expressed optimism about the resurgence of tourism in Israel, noting that Ben Gurion Airport is now fully operational. Reports further added that major cities like Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Dead Sea, and Galilee are now bustling with activity day and night, and attracting thousands of tourists who come to express solidarity, pray, visit, and enjoy the attractions of the ‘land of
milk and honey. Shani further added that this influx of tourists encourages and strengthens the Israeli public’s desire to resume touring and travelling. As regarding safety which remains a top priority for Israel, Shani reassured potential visitors that all tourist areas, including Jerusalem, Galilee, Tiberias, Negev, Dead Sea, and Eilat, are completely safe. He encouraged tourists to join in demonstrating that the tourism industry serves as a bridge between people and contributes to peace. This declaration of Israel being
open for tourism marks a significant step towards the country’s recovery from recent adversities. It signals a renewed sense of optimism within the tourism industry. As travellers once again flock to Israel’s historic sites, vibrant cities, and picturesque landscapes, they contribute not only to the country’s economy, but also to the promotion of peace and understanding among nations.
development, Israel made an announcement this month, declaring itself “now open for tourism”. Over the past few months, the region’s conflict, with Israel at its epicentre, rendered the country virtually and technically off-limits for tourists. As per the latest news reports, flights to Tel Aviv were suspended during this period, but airlines are now gradually resuming services. Pini Shani, Israel Tourism’s Deputy Director-General
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ISRAEL TOURISM Travelers to Israel will soon need to apply in advance for travel authorization
ETA system to be launched for tourists from visa-exempt countries, including US; gradual pilot program to kick, before going into full effect on August 1
I srael is joining the application and a fee for citizens from visa-exempt countries, including the United States. Until now, Americans seeking to travel to Israel haven’t needed to do anything other than purchase a plane ticket Western nations requiring an advance online
Ministry announced. A pilot program, with the NIS 25 ($7) fee waived, launched for travelers from the US and Germany and will extend to all visa-exempt countries on July 1. Travelers are advised to apply 72 hours before booking flights and lodging. The ETA-IL program is similar to others that have been put in place in recent years in Europe, the US, Australia and New Zealand. Their goal is to screen out travelers suspected of posing a security threat or of potentially violating tourist
visa restrictions through work or overstaying before they land at ports of entry. Most countries that have launched similar programs advise a 72-hour heads-up, although the authorization frequently arrives via email within hours. The US warns that people who do not apply in advance for travel authorization can face delays boarding flights or be turned away at the border, even if they come from countries that participate in the US visa- waiver program. (Israel was
added to the program only last September.) Citizens of visa-exempt countries who are citizens or permanent residents of Israel are not required to request authorization. Citizens of non-exempt countries will still need to complete a more arduous visa application process. The authorization will last for two years and will allow multiple entries of up to 90 days.
and pack their bags. But starting August 1, electronic travel
authorization through a designated website will be required, the Tourism
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TEL-AVIV MUSEUM IS RANKED AMONG THE TOP 100 MOST POPULAR ART MUSEUMS IN THE WORLD
T he Tel-Aviv Museum ranked 75th on the list of the 100 most popular art museums in the world with the highest number of visitors in 2023 the 6th year of inclusion in the prestigious list. The annual ranking published in the international art magazine The Art Newspaper includes the number of visitors to museums all over the world. In the challenging year of 2023, the Tel-Aviv Museum welcomed a staggering nearly one million visitors – 906,350 in total. This remarkable turnout places it among world-renowned institutions such as the Guggenheim, MoMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the British Museum, and Tate Modern in London. At the pinnacle of the rankings stand the Vatican and the Louvre
Museum in Paris, boasting the highest number of visitors globally. Tania Coen Uzzielli, Director of the Tel-Aviv Museum of Art: “It is exciting and significant to win international recognition these days and to be placed among the leading museums in the world. This achievement gains additional validity in light of the fact that the museum was closed to the public for two whole months with the outbreak of the war. I am grateful to the large crowd of visitors who chose to come to the Tel- Aviv Museum of Art and who continue to visit even in these difficult times. Thanks to them and to the creative and valuable work of the museum staff, we continue to be committed to presenting the best local and international art.”
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ISRAEL TOURISM
June 2024
MINISTRY OF TOURISM ALLOCATES 160 MILLION ILS FOR PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE
walking trails, scenic viewpoints and the soothing sounds of flowing streams are more than enough reasons to check out the newly reopened park. Chairwoman of KKL-JNF Yiftah Ovadia Luski said: “one of the [more] important projects carried out by KKL-JNF in recent years. Following the destruction, comprehensive restoration of the stream was required. The restoration allows all Israelis to fully enjoy and experience the stream. of visiting tourist centers throughout the country. We will prioritize projects that will bring value and a significant contribution to large areas and those that will be carried out quickly and efficiently. Our guiding principle is development in places with touristic values based on the culture, religion and history of Land of Israel”. participation rate required from the authority will be determined according to its financial strength. That is, the more established the authority, the less the office funding will be. Alongside this, in projects that involve an entrance fee, the participation rate of the office will be lower than those that are open to the public for free. Minister of Tourism, Haim Katz: “We continue to develop infrastructures that will improve the experience
infrastructures that improve transportation accessibility to tourist sites, economic development that expresses the interest of several authorities, accessibility for people with disabilities, development of overnight products and infrastructure supporting hotels. Another indicator that will be examined is whether the project proposed to the Ministry of Tourism is part of a geographical regional concept that expresses a unique idea, such as Judea and Samaria, which has historical, archaeological and cultural touristic values, and the potential inherent in them has not yet been reached. The Ministry of Tourism says that they will give special emphasis to the diversity of the tourist product, innovation and sustainability in the selection of the projects. It was also decided that the minimum
70% of the budget is intended for the “core cities” of tourism awill provide a budget of approximately 160 ILS million to local authorities and public bodies for the development of public infrastructure for the use and well-being of the Israeli tourist public and those coming from abroad. The budget, given against the backdrop of the “Iron Swords” war, is intended to improve tourism infrastructure throughout the country. 70% of the budget is Northen Israel Park Now Accessible to Everyone
intended for the “core cities” of tourism: Jerusalem, Acre, Nazareth, Eilat, Mitzpe Ramon and the coast (with the exception of the stretch of coast between Herzliya and Bat Yam). The ministry established a number of indicators for ranking the projects that will receive funding, as part of the invitation distributed to local authorities. Among the criteria that will be examined: preparation and response to tourist load and the establishment of Nahal HaShofet, tucked away within Ramat Menashe Park in northwest Israel, has recently reopened its gates to visitors following extensive reconstruction. This scenic natural spring - known for its human-planted forests, oak groves and tranquil streams - suffered damage to infrastructure and amenities in 2020 due to flooding. Taking advantage of this unfortunate situation, the Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael – Jewish National Fund (KKL- JNF) launched a series of comprehensive revitalization
efforts to restore the park to its former glory.
The restoration efforts focused on rebuilding
damaged trails, enhancing safety measures and creating a more inclusive environment for visitors of all abilities. One of the hallmarks of Nahal HaShofet’s transformation is inclusivity and accessibility. placed directional signs and accessible facilities ensure that every visitor can enjoy the park’s natural wonders. Picnic areas, meandering Thoughtfully designed pathways, strategically
The restoration efforts focused on rebuilding damaged trails, enhancing safety measures and creating a more inclusive environment for visitors of all abilities
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AVIATION
June 2024
TERMINAL 1 IS BACK: Everything you need to know
and in order to meet the aviation requirements of the international bodies, the airport will be closed to activity starting at the end of May, for a month and a half. This is in order to allow the stratification (renewal of the upper layer) of the landing and takeoff runways. The Airports Authority reported that the works will proceed as quickly as possible in order to allow the start of international operations and flights from Haifa to Eilat at the end of July. As part of the route stratification activity, the limited activity currently existing at Haifa Airport will be transferred, for a month and a half, to other airports and airstrips. During the upcoming domestic flights, and on the night between Saturday and Sunday, June 2, returned to international operations. The reopening of Terminal 1 will help deal with the increasing congestion in the airport, and will allow passengers a wider variety of flight options. The Airports Authority has worked hard in recent months to prepare the terminal for reopening, and it promises passengers a comfortable and efficient experience. Arkia was the first to inaugurate the renovated Terminal 1 in Israel, with the
summer, the airline “Air Haifa” should start operating at Haifa Airport after receiving an operating license from the Civil Aviation Authority. The license allows it to operate commercial flights from Haifa airport to nearby destinations in Europe and the Mediterranean basin, such as Cyprus and Greece. To the best of our knowledge, the company is expected to first operate flights on the route from Haifa to Ramon Port near Eilat, a flight line that has not been active for several years even before the final decline of the Haifa airport. According to the Ministry of Transport, the flights from Haifa are also expected to meet the shortage of flights from the center of the country to Eilat. first flight to Eilat departing on Monday, May 27, at 6:30 in the morning. The reopening of Terminal 1 allows passengers a wider variety of flight options. In addition to Arkia, it is expected to operate from the terminal 1 Also the following companies: El Al, Israir, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Transavia France and more. More companies are expected to join in the future, and it is recommended to keep up to date on the websites of the airlines or the airport authority website for accurate information.
Good news for passengers: after a seven-month hiatus, Terminal 1 in Israel
returned to full operation. On Monday, May 27, the terminal started serving
Starting at the end of July: flights from Haifa to Eilat
The Airports Authority announced that it will complete the renovation of the runways at Haifa Airport
The Israeli Airports Authority is currently completing the preparations for the return of the Haifa
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HOTELS
June 2024
WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS 2024 OUTSTANDING HOTELS IN ISRAEL
The best hotel in Israel: Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem T he best hotel in Israel: Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem As part of the Arab Travel Market tourism fair in Dubai, the winners of the World Travel Awards in the Middle East and in each of the countries of the region were announced.
The winners in the Israeli category for 2024 • The best hotel in Israel: Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem • The boutique hotel: The Norman, Tel Aviv • Business hotel: Carlton Tel Aviv • Conference hotel: David Intercontinental Tel Aviv • The best suite in Israel: David Penthouse, Kempinski Tel Aviv • The best travel agency and DMC: Eshet Tours • The best tour company in Israel: Bein Harim • The best tour company in Israel: Ofakim
East’s Leading Business Destination” award. Saudi Arabia won two titles – “Destination of Culture” and “Destination of Heritage”. Ofakim won the award for the second year in a row, the company’s CEO, Revital Ben Natan, took part in the award ceremony held as part of the Arab Tourism Fair held in Dubai. The award was presented to Ben Natan by Graham Cook, president and founder of WTA.
Among the notable winners: Dubai, which won the title of “The Middle East’s Leading Destination” and Abu Dhabi, which won the “Middle
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HOTELS
June 2024
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Ranging in style from uber designer to minimalistic, these hotels stand ready for tourists to return to Israel
1 The George, Tel Aviv With the internationally renowned Spaniard, Lazaro Rosa-Violan, behind the minimalistic. Here are some of the new hotels in various locations throughout Israel. Q uite a number have opened their doors in the last six months, ranging in style from uber designer to
2 The Almond Hotel, Neve Ilan Opened in February by C-Group Hotels, The Almond is a luxury adults-only boutique hotel situated in a pastoral area halfway
vegetarian, vegan, gluten- free, kosher buffet breakfast offered), outdoor swimming pool, spa/wellness center, sauna/hot tub, hammam, facilities for disabled guests, free parking. Address: Ha-Shayara Street, Neve Ilan 3 Albi Florentine, Tel Aviv The Albi fits perfectly into Florentine, the hipster neighborhood known for artistic vibes, cafés and bars. In keeping with the
experiences of live, work, meet, celebrate, dine, stay and relax”. This also extends to the Friends of George Member’s Club, which includes a curated program of culture, music and lectures. You can only become a member with recommendations from two current members and a monthly membership fee. The George is situated a few minutes’ walk from Rothschild Boulevard, which puts trendy restaurants, galleries and Habima Square in close proximity. Amenities: 24-hour front desk and concierge service, Pardes Restaurant (not kosher/open to the public), The Lot (breakfast-lunch- dinner for club members and hotel guests), Jazz Hall live music lounge, event space, workspace, outdoor swimming pool with deck bar, wellness floor (spa, treatment rooms, Pilates lessons), dry and wet sauna, fitness center with personal training, free underground parking. Address: 5 Tal Street, Tel Aviv
between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The style of the hotel is contemporary chic with emphasis on original Israeli art. Artist Tzachi Nevo, creator of the UMASQU brand of playful, colorful cutout figures and shapes, adds to the aesthetic in the reception area, on room walls and hotel signage. The rooftop pool is the place to relax with its view over mountains and the coastal plain. If you want to swim in privacy, there is the option of a room with an adjacent pool (a rare find in Israel). Amenities: The View Restaurant (continental,
stunning interiors and 1,000 artworks curated by Tel Aviv’s Gordon Gallery, The George is a contemporary design statement. It has 130 rooms, 40 suites and junior apartments designed for extended stays. The property, opened in February, bills itself as a lifestyle hotel where guests can experience the “SevenEx – seven urbans
modern, young vibe, the hotel does not have a traditional reception desk and check-in is done digitally. After running around the urban jungle, guests can relax on the rooftop which has a Jacuzzi, sunbeds and lounge chairs in vibrant ochre colors. There is a beautiful wall mural too. The hotel,
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Situated at the entrance to the town of Arad and just a 25-minute drive from the Dead Sea, the Inbar Hotel has 100 modern rooms with cable T.V, complimentary safety deposit box and air conditioning. The hotel also has an indoor heated swimming pool and sauna. Arad,located in the Negev Desert in the southeast of Israel,is 600 meters above sea level and is blessed with a refreshingly arid,healthy climate.Because of its close proximity to the Dead Sea,the Inbar Hotel is an ideal starting point for organized tours and desert trips throughout the Negev. Other major tourist sites, such as Masada, the Ein Gedi Nature reserve, Tel Arad, Sussia, Sodom Mountain and Ein Bokek, are all within close driving distance of the hotel and easily accessible. The hotel’s reservations center will be happy to assist in organizing tours and desert jeep trips as well as providing information on any other outdoor activities.
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opened in March, is near Levinsky Market’s spice stores and ethnic eateries, and Alma Beach is 1.5 kilometers away. Amenities: Family rooms, shared lounge, kitchenette/ dining area, concierge service. Address: 29 HaRav Yitzhak Yedidya Frenkel Street, Tel Aviv 4 Rothschild 69, Tel Aviv Classic luxury is how this hotel can be described. housekeeping. Being in the service industry in Israel, getting good staff to wait, to cook, to clean, to staff reception, is not easy. The pressure on the hotels is to constantly increase wages. It is not only the salary alone, but also the costs around that. We have five thousand employees. We have five thousand families relying on us. That is a lot of weight on our shoulders. I worry about that. I worry about the manpower. I worry about development because we are at the height of craziness now. It is a seller’s market and people are asking ridiculous prices.” Hotels in Israel must also deal with a multitude of regulations set forth by the government and this can often become a major headache. While the government has been working to some extent to minimize red tape, there is still a long way to go. who want to indulge, a champagne/wine room service is available. For nearby shopping, there’s Sheinkin Street with its boutiques and cafés. Amenities: Fridge, dishwasher, microwave in certain rooms; garden; wine/ champagne room service available; breakfast till “Minister of Tourism Yariv Levin has been very good for the business,” Nissenbaum said. “I think he made some really wise decisions with Israel’s resources and marketed Israel in the right way. Can more be done? Absolutely. The PR we have outside is not where it needs to be.” Housed in a historic International (Bauhaus) style formerly residential building that dates back to midday; lounge with light menu; restaurant serving fish, seafood and vegetarian specialties; parking available at a sister hotel five minutes’ walk away. 1932, Rothschild 69 opened in November after having been beautifully preserved and brought back to life. The rooms have contemporary furnishings and an eclectic style with large windows and wide balconies. For those
Nissenbaum said he doesn’t believe Israel’s efforts to create a star graded system for Israel’s hotels will work. “The only thing people look at today is what the travel agents and social media are saying.” “We have enough Anglo-Saxon tourists, we need to spend money on really good people who are out there, talking about Israel. There are a lot of people who are scared to come.” “My worry is that someone who is not as connected to the prime minister will enter the office and they won’t be given the budget and it will be worse than it is now,” he said. “Ninety percent of the focus is right. I wish Levin would stay.” textures with glass walls that bring nature inside. An infinity pool (heated in fall and Every hotel in Israel must somehow set itself apart from the others. According to Nissenbaum, “each hotel has its niche and each tries to expand beyond that niche. Everyone thinks they are the best; that is not always true. We do have that reputation out there. We are the market leader in Jerusalem, Eilat and Haifa and we are considered the luxury player.” “In our hotels, you will experience local Israeli flavor at the highest level,” he said. “For Israel, this is the best service that you are going to get.” David’s Harp hotel is scheduled to open shortly. It’s architecturally designed to appear as if it’s a harp growing out of the ground. The hotel has 276 rooms including 18 suites and two presidential suites. David’s Harp is next to the only floating dock operating halls, meeting rooms with advanced audio and video infrastructure, amphitheater for 650 guests overlooking the lake and surrounded by mountain scenery, spa, gym with running and cycling tracks, heated outdoor pool, parking. Address: D.N. Emek Hayarden Address: 69 Rothschild, Tel Aviv 5 Boulevard, Tel Aviv David’s Harp Galilee Resort Hotel, Emek Hayarden At an investment of 300 million ILS, the 4-star on the Sea of Galilee where picturesque wooden boats take pilgrims out onto the lake. The location is in the heart of Christian sites and the Israel National Trail. The interiors are clean and minimalistic, using local basalt stones and natural spring) overlooks the blue waters of the Sea of Galilee. Amenities: Lobby restaurant, business lounge, event
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“BOUTIQUE HOTEL FOR ADULTS”: POLI URBAN TEL AVIV OPENS
We are happy to launch an exclusive boutique hotel brand that joins the Africa Israel Hotels Company. Poli hotels offer exclusive design, iconic locations and a cultural experience for adults only.
Another hotel in Tel Aviv for the new Poli brand - The Africa Israel hotel chain owned by the Dayan family is launching a hotel T he Africa Israel hotel chain launched the Poli Urban Tel Aviv Hotel on built with the intention of being the most fashionable, trendy and modern while urban boutique hotels in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem: Poli port TLV, Poli gallery TLV, Poli post most fashionable, trendy and modern while taking into account the environment. The hotel, which is the first
Nes Ziona Street in the city. This is the second hotel of the Poli boutique brand and it includes 52 rooms and suites, a bar and pool on the roof, a wine bar, a “de facto” chef restaurant (of the NOX group) and more. In a statement published by the chain, it was stated that “Poli hotels offer exclusive design, iconic locations and a cultural experience for adults only. The hotel brand was
taking into account the environment. The hotels offer a refined, sophisticated hospitality experience with attention to detail, rooftop pools, reputable chef restaurants and pampering rooms”. The new hotel joins the Poli House Hotel Tel Aviv, at the corner of Nachalet Binyamin- Allenby, and in the next two years the Africa Israel hotel chain plans to launch more
Jaffa, Poli Jaffa, Oster Poli Jerusalem, Poli Hayarkon 48 TLV. Sharon Alon, CEO of the Africa Israel Hotels chain, said: “We are happy to launch an exclusive boutique hotel brand that joins the Africa Israel Hotels Company. Poli hotels offer exclusive design, iconic locations and a cultural experience for adults only. The hotel brand was built with the idea of being the
of a number of boutique hotels we plan to launch under the Poli brand, is a direct continuation of the company’s strategy to expand in the hotel sector in Israel and expand investments in the field to concept hotels that will provide a special service experience”.
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June 2024
THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM INCREASING THE SUPPLY OF LODGING ROOMS IN ISRAEL
The plan includes cancelling the ban on the establishment of lodging rooms in a rural texture T he sub-committee for principled planning issues in the planning
urban envelope; Enable the transformation into a hotel of buildings for conservation that are currently in open areas. Minister of Tourism Haim Katz: “The program we are promoting will dramatically increase the supply of lodging rooms in Israel, encourage competition and lead to diversity in the tourism product. The amendment will encourage entrepreneurs, remove excess regulation and is expected to change the tourism map”. public space, within which the “Railway” promenade along the railroad will be turned into an open public space. Minister of Tourism, Haim Katz, said: “The tender result is an expression of confidence in the tourism industry. Even these days, entrepreneurs are looking ahead to the day after and the tourism potential in the north of the country. The new hotel will contribute to economic and occupational development in the entire region. The Ministry of Tourism under my leadership will continue to work to diversify and increase the hotel offer and to promote competition”.
directorate will discuss amendments that will
encourage entrepreneurs and remove bureaucratic barriers to increase the number of lodging rooms that can be built in rural areas. The sub-committee will advise up to 25% mixed uses of commerce and housing in the area is intended for tourism; Cancel the ban on the establishment of lodging rooms in a rural texture integrated into the adapted to families in order to create a special experience. At the moment there is no official date for the opening of the hotel, as these are very preliminary stages of winning the tender. The lot on which the hotel will be built is part of a tourism and recreation site of approximately 103 dunams in the zoo complex in the city, which includes a hotel area, a tourist attraction for the zoo with displays of animals and plants, an amphi-park, a visitor center, playgrounds and facilities, seating areas, plazas , promenades and shading facilities. In addition to this, an area of about five dunams will be established for the benefit of an open
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A new hotel will be built in Kiryat Motzkin. According to Shalom Shitrit, owner of the Shattit company, the hotel, it is expected to include 120 rooms on an area of 3,535 square meters, and supposed to be designed in a Eurodisney style. According to Shitrit, the company won the tender to build the new hotel, it will be
A EURODISNEY STYLE HOTEL WILL BE BUILT IN ISRAEL The new hotel will be built in the zoo complex in Kiryat Motzkin and will include 120 rooms on an area of 3,535 square meters
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An active holiday with personal service and treats throughout the day
T he Roxon Desert Arad hotel is located in front of a breathtaking desert landscape that allows travelers in the Negev & the Dead Sea regions to enjoy a magical hospitality experience in the desert atmosphere. The hotel is a perfect departure point for outdoor activities with an inviting
lobby waiting the guests upon return with rest areas and cozy corners scattered throughout the grounds. Enjoy an active holiday with personal service and various treats throughout the day as part of the Roxon experience. The fully renovated hotel offers 118 rooms - 40 of them are rooms with a private balcony, each air-conditioned
room is equipped with a safe, mini fridge, TV, coffee- tea set, and bathroom with shower. A lobby bar serving refreshments and hot/ cold drinks of your choice, hotel restaurant, relaxing areas in the lobby and at the hotel’s garden, seasonal outdoor pool with a snack bar, event halls of various sizes, children’s and youth
play club, free Wi-Fi, free vehicles parking spaces and a synagogue. In the future, the hotel will add a spa complex with treatment rooms - will open 1.1.25, charging station for electric vehicles and a toddler pool.
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