Dead Sea
A modern, well-equipped camping area on Masada's western side, near the base of the Roman siege ramp. Prices include the use of kitchen facilities and…
Must-see hotels in Israel & the Palestinian Territories
The Negev
A minimalist aesthetic is the hallmark of these 12 attractive, sustainably built cabins, which are set in a garden on an quiet hillock 1.5km east of the…
West Bank
Al Yasmeen's location in the heart of the Old City makes it a perennially popular choice with both local and international tourists visiting Nablus. Staff…
Golan Heights
Think of it as luxury camping: up to 50 guests sleep on mattresses on the smooth wooden floor of a large, bright hall, subdivided by curtains for a bit of…
Ramallah
Tucked away on a quiet street close to the Khalil Sakakini Cultural Centre, this is a smart, clean midrange option with a pool, a gym and corridors lined…
Bethlehem
A basic but homely hostel on the 2nd floor of an apartment building 15 minutes downhill from Manger Sq, Habibi Hostel is popular with volunteers,…
Bethlehem
Neat, clean, efficient and in the middle of the action, the Grand Hotel might not have bags of character, but rooms are comfy and central.
Jericho
In the north of the city near Hisham’s Palace, this resort hotel has had a total refurbishment, and with two pools and a range of well-furnished rooms, it…
Tel Aviv
This self-titled 'mini hotel' near the Old Port offers something that is very rare in Tel Aviv – stylish accommodation for those on a budget. Though small…
Ein Gedi
Situated just outside the gate to Kibbutz Ein Gedi, this mellow, hillside operation has eight basic huts, each with five mattresses on the floor. Bathroom…
Bethlehem
This four-star hotel over the road from Manger Sq was built in 2012 and is excellent value considering the location. Some rooms have views over the valley…
Ramallah
This is a reliable midrange option 15 minutes' walk downhill from the centre of town and next to Sangria's. Many of the rooms come with kitchen facilities…
Bethlehem
A quiet and cosy option in nearby Beit Sahour, Dar Al Balad has a dozen rooms arranged around a shaded courtyard in a restored family-run hotel. Many of…
Upper Galilee & Golan
Like all of Israel's official youth hostels, this 89-room place has modern, well-kept facilities; dorm rooms have four to six beds. Caters mainly to…
Golan Heights
Cheap sleeps in basic, 10-sided wooden cabins with space for six; bathrooms are shared. The price includes admission to the zoo and activities at Ya'ar…
North Coast
Rooms are somewhat spartan, but the beachside location of Amigo's is hard to beat; it's roughly 750m south of main drag HaGa’aton Blvd. Breakfast not…
Jerusalem
Close to Jaffa Gate, this Arab-run hostel opposite the Tower of David is a love-or-loathe place – it depends on whether you value friendliness and…
North Coast
If you’re feeling bold, stay the night in one of the rough-hewn rooms within the self-proclaimed micronation of Akhzivland. Lodgings are simple, but you…
Jerusalem
While the New Petra's former patrons include Mark Twain, antiquated charm counts for little when you're faced with hot, stuffy and grubby rooms and dorms…
Bethlehem
The closest you’ll get to sleeping in the manger itself, this perennially popular place offers reasonable rooms and a buzzing atmosphere, particularly…
Tel Aviv
Though it has dated decor, the Embassy's location – directly opposite the beach – means that this small hotel will please summer style-meisters whose…
Tel Aviv
If self-catering is your thing, then Ben Yehuda Apartments is a safe bet. Set in two large buildings (one red, one grey) it offers a range of different…
Tel Aviv
On first view, the less-than-picturesque district this hostel is located in can be off-putting. However, it doesn't take backpackers long to appreciate…
Tel Aviv
Just a stone’s throw from Old Jaffa, the entrance to this basic but friendly hostel can be found at the side of an old restored stone building on Salame…
Tel Aviv
The beachside location is the only reason to stay at this rather rundown hostel opposite Jerusalem Beach. It has an array of dorms and rooms – some with…
Tel Aviv
Just two blocks from the beach, this yellow-and-blue painted hostel has decent facilities including a communal kitchen, rooftop terrace and lounge with…
West Bank
The high-end option in Jenin, North Gate has a pool and clean modern rooms, but its location, a 20-minute walk from the Old City and amidst half a dozen…
North Coast
The 200-room Carlton has a clinical feel but the basics are all there: rooms are pretty clean and feature coffee-making stations and safety deposit boxes,…
Jerusalem
Worth considering at a pinch, the Armenian Guesthouse has unembellished though fairly spacious rooms. There's no garden and no atmospheric common areas …
