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About Eilat, Israel

Eilat in Israel is a popular travel destination that boasts beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and stunning coral reefs. Visitors can also enjoy a range of activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and camel rides. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, Eilat has something for everyone.

Eilat, Israel is a beautiful travel destination for those seeking a unique and memorable experience. Located on the northern tip of the Red Sea, Eilat offers visitors stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and an abundance of marine life. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach, go scuba diving, or explore the surrounding desert, Eilat has something for everyone.

One of the most popular activities in Eilat is snorkeling and scuba diving. The clear waters of the Red Sea offer visitors the opportunity to see a wide variety of marine life, including colorful fish, sea turtles, and even dolphins. For those who prefer to stay on land, Eilat has many beautiful beaches to explore. The city's main beach, North Beach, is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. Coral Beach, located just south of the city, is a protected nature reserve and a great place for snorkeling and diving.

In addition to its natural beauty, Eilat also offers visitors a rich cultural experience. The city is home to the Eilat Museum, which features exhibits on the history and culture of the region. Visitors can also explore the nearby Timna Valley, which contains ancient copper mines and rock formations.

Eilat is also a great destination for foodies. The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and cafes serving up delicious Israeli and international cuisine. For those looking for a unique dining experience, there are even underwater restaurants where diners can enjoy a meal while watching the marine life swim by.

Whether you're looking for an adventure or just a relaxing getaway, Eilat, Israel is the perfect travel destination. With its beautiful beaches, rich history, and delicious food, it's no wonder that Eilat is becoming an increasingly popular choice for travelers from around the world.

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Popular Stays in Eilat, Israel

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Neve Eilat Hotel By Atlas Hotels

This hotel is located near the tourist area of Eilat, within a casual stroll of Eilat's beach. Tel Aviv International Airport is around 35 km away. The hotel comprises 127 two-room suites and 66 large one-room studios, with a total of 193 accommodation units. Facilities at this air-conditioned family-friendly hotel include a lobby, 24-hour reception and check-out service, hotel safe, currency exchange facilities and lift access to the rooms. There is a games room, bar and breakfast/dining room in the hotel. Internet access is provided. Room service and a laundry service are also offered (for a fee). Guests may make use of the car park and garage. All rooms provide a kitchenette (including a fridge and kettle), a private bathroom with a shower, bath and hairdryer, a radio, telephone, Internet access, satellite TV, central air conditioning and heating and a private safe. Guests can make use of the outdoor swimming pool with a children's swimming area and the poolside snack bar. Sun loungers and parasols are laid out ready for use. Massage treatments are also offered (for a fee). The hotel serves a full Israeli buffet breakfast and full Israeli buffet-style dinner.

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Caesar Premier Eilat

The Cesar Premier Eilat Hotel is a newly renovated hotel with free Wi-Fi, located alongside Eilats beautiful lagoon and offering views over the Red Sea and the Edom Mountains. The Cesar Premier is next to the famous Eilat promenade and is a short walk from the resorts famous beaches and the main shopping and entertainment centers. The hotel features 241 guest rooms in total, all of which face the marina or overlook the pool and the Red Sea. Rooms are spacious, modern and neatly decorated with many rooms catering for families. Leisure facilities at the hotel include a lovely swimming pool area, complete with sunbathing area. The pool has a hydromassage area as well as a children's section. Guests can also make use of the hotel's modern gym and on-site spa that offers a range of treatments and massages. The Cesar Premier Eilat even features its own entertainment staff that provides a range of activities and games for the hotel's younger guests. There is also an on-site games room. Guests at the Cesar Premier can enjoy international cuisine at the hotels various restaurants. Dining can be enjoyed al fresco, by the pool or in the hotels main restaurant.

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Vert Eilat

Luxurious and stylish, the Crowne Plaza Eilat is set right at Eilat's marina on the Red Sea. Visitors might enjoy a variety of water sports at Hanania Beach, observe dolphins at Eilat Dolphin Reef, or take an excursion into the desert. The hotel's guest rooms and suites are modern and bright with wonderful views of the Red Sea, Eilat Bay, or the hotel pool. Guests can lounge in the sun by the hotel's sparkling outdoor pool while children play in the children's pool, or rejuvenate in the feng shui spa complex boasting a variety of massages and beauty treatments in addition to wet and dry saunas, a hot tub and a gym. The Paradise Lobby Restaurant and poolside snack bar serve light meals and comfort foods such as shwarma, hamburgers and sandwiches, while Adam and Eve offers delightful buffet style meals served with show cooking and panache, all for a delightful family holiday in Israel's southernmost city.

The Reef Eilat Hotel By Herbert Samuel

Celebrated as one of Israel's most beautiful hotels, the Orchid Eilat Hotel is located on the mountainous slopes of the Edom Mountains on on the shores of the Red Sea, overlooking a majestic view of the Red Sea Gulf and stunning natural region. Orchid Eilat Hotel is housed next to Eilat's Coral Beach, an international scuba-diving hotpot, and boasts two wings with 194 luxurious well-equipped rooms and suites with Asian-architecture-style and design furnishings. The hotel's Siam Wing invites you to savor the magical and distinct setting of the Red Sea in air-conditioned rooms that feature a balcony, a king-size bed, LCD TVs and other luxurious amenities. The Siam Wing offers rooms with a gallery, suitable for two adults and two children and the highlight is the luxurious Chao Phaya Villa, with private pool and breathtaking views.

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Dan Panorama Eilat

This hotel enjoys a charming setting in Eilat. The hotel is located overlooking a tranquil lagoon, where sailboats anchor. Guests will find themselves just a short walking distance away from Eilat's famous North Beach. Guests will find themselves surrounded by culture and history at every turn. The hotel beautifully blends with its surroundings, alluring visitors into a world of charm and beauty. The guest rooms and suites are superbly designed in a contemporary style. Featuring a range of exemplary facilities and services, this hotel delivers the utmost in comfort and convenience, complemented by impeccable attention to detail and warm hospitality.

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Dan Eilat

The luxurious Dan Eilat hotel boasts a dazzling, beachfront location on the Red Sea. The city's marina and airport are both within a five-minute drive, and the port and underwater observatory are only five kilometres away. The hotel's welcoming rooms and suites come with private balcony or terrace and spectacular sea views, and the hotel provides a range of helpful services including car rental, airport transfers, organization of guided tours and an onsite synagogue. Guests can indulge in breakfast in bed with 24-hour room service, or start the day with a lavish breakfast buffet and dine in one of three in-house restaurants. Children will delight in the state-of-the-art kids' club for all ages, including a games room with video games, while adults might relax in the spa complete with fitness centre, sauna, Turkish bath, and a ‘quiet pool,' all for a fun-filled family holiday in Eilat.

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Orchid Eilat

This hotel is located on Eilat's South Beach, opposite the Almog (Coral) Beach and the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. It is within walking distance of the Migdalor beach and diving clubs and is approximately 5 km from the city centre with its shopping venues and tourist centre, 6 km from the airport and 2 km from the Taba border, Egypt. The hotel has free transport for guests to and from the city centre. This 180-room, air-conditioned beach hotel lies on the shores of Almog (Coral) Beach, between the red of the desert hills and the blue waters of the bay. Overlooking the hills of the capital of sun and freedom, this exotic holiday resort offers guests a variety of rooms and suites, from the Siam Wing, designed in Far Eastern style, to the new, luxury Shangri-La Wing of deluxe villas and unique villas, such as the Grand Shangri-La. The rooms and villas look out over the breathtaking view from the top of the mountainside hotel and combine the pastoral and intimate atmosphere of a tropical holiday resort with a luxury hotel. In addition to a reception area with 24-hour reception and check-out services, currency exchange facilities and a cloakroom, amenities available to guests at this establishment include a café, bar, restaurant, conference facilities and Internet access. Room and laundry services are provided, a bike hire service is on site and guests arriving by car may use the hotel's parking facilities. Younger guests will be entertained at the kids' club. In addition to a private bathroom with a bathtub/shower and a hairdryer, in-room amenities include a direct dial telephone, satellite cable TV, Internet access and a minibar. Other standard features of all accommodation units include tea and coffee making facilities, individually regulated air conditioning and heating units, a safe and a balcony/terrace.

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Royal Shangri La Eilat

Royal Shangri-La Eilat by Herbert Samuel is located on the top of the mountain with rooms and villas. Most of our rooms offers a balcony with panoramic views of the Gulf of Eilat, spacious bathroom, smart TVs and luxury furnishings. A unique lounge has been set up for the hotel's guests, including light refreshments, alcoholic, soft & hot drinks, desserts and fruits. The lounge is open from 07:30 to 17:00 and guests are free. Hotel guests will enjoy a range of unique services: in-room and villa spa treatments (surcharge), ironing service, 24-hour room service, high-speed Internet services, calls to a variety of international destinations, free of charge. Check-in is at Orchid Eilat Hotel

Things to do in Eilat, Israel

Choose from a range of unique experiences and fun activities in Eilat, Israel

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3 Day Tour to Petra and Cairo

Tour Petra and Cairo for 3 days starting in Eilat. Travel to Petra one of the seven wonders of the world, and see the Treasury, the main reason Petra became famous. Continue to Cairo to tour the Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the Old City of Cairo. This is an intensive tour that includes all transportation, one night hotel, guides, and some meals. Do not miss this opportunity to see everything on your wish list.

View of Jerusalem from the mount of olives

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Private Day Trip to Dead Sea, Jerusalem, and Bethlehem from Eilat

Visit the Dead Sea, Jerusalem, and Bethlehem on a full-day, private tour from Eilat. Enjoy the personalized experience and flexibility of a private tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Eilat, all entrance fees, a walking tour of Jerusalem, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. This 16-hour tour is priced per-group, and accommodates up to 8 people.

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One Day Wadi Rum from Aqaba

Transportation Aqaba - Wadi Rum - Aqaba Dinar in Wadi Rum 2 hours jeep tour in wadi rum Take pictures

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Two Days Wadi Rum And Petra From Aqaba

First Day our Driver will meet you at Morning , move on Private Vehicle to Petra Enjoy exploring Petra. The so-called Red Rose - after visit Take your open buffet lunch after that moved to Wadi Rum . enter the UNESCO World Heritage site of Wadi Rum, where dramatic sandstone mountains rise from the sandy desert floor. It was here that Lawrence of Arabia and Prince Faisal assembled the Arab tribes for the attack on Aqaba in the first world war and also where sections of the 1962 epic film were shot. After checking into camp you will enjoy Bedouin hospitality with a traditional dinner called zarb. our next day after breakfast your Bedouin hosts take you for an approximately two-hour 4x4 ride to explore some of the highlights of the protected area. We visit the highlights, have time to sample Bedouin tea. after the 4x4 ride you will enjoy with the camel ride the go back to Aqaba

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Petra - 1 Day From Eilat

Pick up from Eilat. Drive to Petra , Passing via Wadi Rum, where Lawrence of Arabia was inspired to write the Seven Pillars of Wisdom. Arrive to Wadi Musa, the town sitting on the edge of Petra and see the shrine to Moses' brother Aaron, believed to be his grave site. Entering Petra passing by the Obelisk Tomb, Silica Quarries and the Jinn Blocks before reaching the entrance to the Siq. See the stone dam, a built to shield the city from floods and inside the Siq view the archway – once the grand entrance to the ancient city as well as ancient carvings in the rock, paying homage to the various deities which were worshiped in the city. See Petra's most famous structure, the Treasury (Al Khazneh), the Nabataean Amphitheatre, the Royal Tombs and walk the Colonnade Street to see the Great Temple.. After visiting the city, enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant, stop in Aqaba for a short city tour and return to Eilat.

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Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat

This tour will take you on an adventure that you will never forget, through the mountains to see Petra in all of her glory. Petra, one of the seven wonders of the world, was left by the Nadateans that lived in Jordan more than 2000 years ago. See the Treasury, which is the completion of the Siq. There is a Roman theater with three thousand seats, built in the 1st century B.C. There are crypts, baths, mourning halls, temples, and much more. You don't want to miss this full-day tour.

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Introductory Dive in Eilat

This introductory dive gives you a look into the underwater life in the Red Sea. The dive has been designed to give you a taste of the beautiful world under the water. This is a great activity that one person or the whole family can enjoy. If you ever wanted to see marine life up close this is definetly for you. The whole strip of coral beach is filled with places for diving.

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Best of Jordan in 7 Days (customizable)

• We offer you a transportation to the best places around Jordan. • If you have booked your hotels already, then the schedule is all yours, but if not (which we prefer) we will do it for you and advise you with the best hotels and camps, and we will do the 7 days tour in a perfect way to have enough time in each place. • Our 7 days are very flexible to you, as if you choose where to start and where to end, we will be happy to do it for you, and if you want us to schedule it for you, then we will make sure we make it the best 7 days of your life. •

Why People Love Eilat, Israel

See what people have to say about activities and accommodations in Eilat, Israel

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R5527DJolgar
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Jul 2021
1-Day Cairo Tour from Eilat
Easy to find a tour that suited us. Very good pricing. Very easy to access help in tour organizing. Unfortunately, COVID prevented us from doing the tour. Booking tours was very helpful in organizing our refund. Very professional. Thank you. after this we will definitely come back only with you.

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masonj406
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Jun 2021
1-Day Cairo Tour from Eilat
My wife and I traveled to Petra from Eilat; there are many people on the border, at the sight of whom we got the feeling that we will stand all day. But no, everything passed quickly enough, and we have already crossed the border. And here, the fun began. The treasury, according to Tarek's story....

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melaniyae
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Jul 2021
1-Day Cairo Tour from Eilat
I never thought that Cairo could impress me so much. And here we decided to go. They paid $ 180 for one person, there were not many people, so the bus was comfortable. Among the shortcomings - the wild heat in the desert, but thanks to the guide Ibrahim- it was amazing. I estimate the excursion a...

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eilat

What are some popular activities to do in Eilat?

Eilat is a popular destination for outdoor activities. Some popular activities include snorkeling and diving in the Red Sea, hiking in the nearby Timna Valley, and visiting the Dolphin Reef. For a more relaxing day, visit one of the many beaches or spend a day at a spa.

What are some of the top attractions in Eilat?

Eilat has a wide range of attractions to suit every interest. Some popular attractions include the Underwater Observatory Marine Park, the Coral Beach Nature Reserve, the Timna Valley Park, and the Botanical Garden. For a unique experience, visit the Ice Space, an indoor ice rink in the middle of the desert.

What is the best time of year to visit Eilat?

The best time to visit Eilat is during the winter months, from November to March. During this time, the weather is mild and comfortable, and the water is warm enough for swimming. The summer months can be very hot, with temperatures often exceeding 100F (38C).

What are some family-friendly activities in Eilat?

Eilat is a great destination for families. Some family-friendly activities include visiting the Dolphin Reef, snorkeling in the Red Sea, and visiting the Underwater Observatory Marine Park. The Timna Valley Park is also a great option, with hiking trails, a lake, and a sand park for children.

What are some of the best restaurants in Eilat?

Eilat has a wide range of restaurants to suit every taste and budget. Some popular options include the Last Refuge, which offers a range of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, and the Whale's Tale, which specializes in seafood. For a taste of Italy, visit Pasta Basta, which offers fresh pasta dishes made to order.

What are some of the best hotels in Eilat?

Eilat has a wide range of hotels to suit every budget and taste. Some popular options include the Dan Eilat, which offers a range of luxury amenities including a spa and private beach, and the Isrotel Royal Garden, which is located near the Coral Beach Nature Reserve. For a more affordable option, consider the Astral Nirvana Suites, which offers self-catering apartments.

What are some of the best beaches in Eilat?

Eilat is known for its beautiful beaches. Some popular options include Dolphin Reef Beach, which has a protected swimming area and dolphin encounters, and Coral Beach, which is the only beach in Eilat with a coral reef. For a quieter option, visit Mosh Beach, which is located north of the city.

What are some of the best day trips from Eilat?

Eilat is located near several popular day trip destinations. One of the most popular is Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Jordan. Other options include the Ramon Crater, a massive erosion crater in the Negev Desert, and the Timna Valley Park, which has hiking trails and a replica of King Solomon's Mines.

What is the nightlife like in Eilat?

Eilat has a vibrant nightlife scene, with a range of bars and clubs to suit every taste. Some popular options include Mike's Place, a live music venue, and the Three Monkeys Pub, which offers a range of beers and cocktails. For a more upscale experience, visit the Lobby Lounge Bar at the Dan Eilat.

What are some of the best shopping areas in Eilat?

Eilat has several popular shopping areas. Some popular options include the Eilat Mall, which has a range of shops and restaurants, and the Ice Mall, which has an indoor ice rink and a range of high-end shops. For a more traditional shopping experience, visit the Eilat Market, which has a range of food, clothing, and souvenir vendors.

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