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Beachfront hotels in North District Israel

A curated list of beach hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in December 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in North District Israel. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Cnaan Village Boutique Hotel & Spa Had Nes, Israel

    Beach: Cnaan Village Boutique Hotel & Spa

    Hotel. Offering panoramic views of the Sea of Galilee, the Cnaan Village features luxury suites with a hot tub and private garden. Its spa includes a free sauna and indoor swimming pool. Set in the small village of Had Nes in the Golan Heights, Cnaan Village Boutique Hotel & Spa enjoys a romantic, peaceful location. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around 4202 ILS.

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  • 2 Amigo Hotel On The Beach - With Shelter Nahariyya, Israel

    Beach: Amigo Hotel On The Beach - With Shelter

    Hotel. Located in Nahariyya, 300 metres from Sokolov beach, Amigo Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi access. Free parking is possible. All accommodation units come with satellite TV and a fridge. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 742 ILS.

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  • 3 Almog Beach International Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Almog Beach International

    ***** Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Almog Beach International offers 5-star accommodation in Haifa and has a garden, shared lounge and bar. This 5-star hotel offers a tour desk. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, an ATM and free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.1

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  • 4 Acco Beach Hotel Acre, Israel

    Beach: Acco Beach Hotel

    Hotel. Set on the seafront in Acre, the Acco Beach is a modern hotel built in Middle Eastern style. It offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies, LCD TV and electric kettle. Some rooms at the Acco Beach Hotel have Mediterranean-Sea views. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 393 ILS.

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  • 5 Gai Beach Hotel Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: Gai Beach Hotel

    Hotel. Situated in Tiberias, Gai Beach Hotel offers beachfront accommodation 1 km from Marina and features various facilities, such as a fitness centre, a bar and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a kids' club and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around 961 ILS.

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  • 6 Domus Bat Galim Hotel Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Domus Bat Galim Hotel

    Hotel. Domus Bat Galim is located in the heart of the Bat Galim neighborhood in Haifa, 350 m from The Bat Galim Beach. Domus Bat Galim is a four-storey building (without an elevator), featuring a rooftop pergola with sea views and a fenced yard with recreation areas, flowers, and a small pond with live fish. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 1889 ILS.

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  • 7 Jacob Sea Life Nahariya Nahariyya, Israel

    Beach: Jacob Sea Life Nahariya

    Hotel. Set just 20 metres from the beach in the northern part of Nahariya, Sea Life Hotel offers stylish suites with free Wi-Fi. The property features both outdoor and indoor swimming pools, a restaurant, and a sun terrace. The outdoor pool operates seasonally, while the indoor pool is open year-round and is designated for adults only. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 2154 ILS.

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  • 8 Leonardo Plaza Haifa Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Leonardo Plaza Haifa

    Hotel. Located on the Mediterranean coast, very close to the beach of Haifa and adjacent to the commercial complex "Leonardo on the sea" with a complex that includes activities, sports and water attractions and places of entertainment. At the hotel - free Wi-Fi, indoor pool and gourmet kitchen, the large and elegant suites overlook the Carmel coast. The suites at the hotel feature modern and stylish furniture. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 2009 ILS.

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  • 9 Ga'aton Motel Nahariyya, Israel

    Beach: Ga'aton Motel

    Hotel. Set within 300 metres of Sokolov Beach and 10 km of The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko, Ga'aton Motel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Nahariyya. The property is located 34 km from Haifa’s Municipal Theater, 400 metres from Ga'aton River and less than 1 km from Train Station Nahariyya. The accommodation provides luggage storage space, and currency exchange for guests. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around 1330 ILS.

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  • 10 Galei Kinneret Hotel Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: Galei Kinneret Hotel

    Hotel. Galei Kinneret Hotel is set directly on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, with a wonderful view of the Golan Heights. It also offers extensive spa facilities. The spa covers more than 600 m² and includes 12 varied treatment rooms. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 3363 ILS.

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  • 11 The Scots Hotel Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: The Scots Hotel

    Hotel. On the shores of the Sea of Galilee, The Scots Hotel is set in a historic building overlooking the Golan Heights. This former hospital is now a luxurious hotel with swimming pool. The Scots Hotel's rooms are divided between the old and the new wing. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 1475 ILS.

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  • 12 Hotel Lake House Kinneret Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: Hotel Lake House Kinneret

    Hotel. Overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Lake House (former Hamei Tiberias) offers an outdoor pool and free entry to the Tiberias Hot Springs with swimming pools, a sauna and a hot tub. Guests also have discounts on spa treatments. Free WiFi and free parking are available on site. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 2848 ILS.

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  • 13 Dona Castle Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: Dona Castle

    Hotel. Dona Castle features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Tiberias. The property is set 16 km from Mt of Beatitudes, 34 km from Israel Bible Museum and 36 km from Artist Colony. Free WiFi and a business centre are featured. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 1005 ILS.

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  • 14 Ein Gev Holiday Resort Kinar, Israel

    Ein Gev Holiday Resort

    Hotel. Located on the eastern shores of the Sea of Galilee, Ein Gev Holiday Resort is close to the Golan Heights. A wonderful starting point for exploring the area, including Kibbutz Ein-Gev, the first Israeli Kibbutz on this side of the lake and the area's Christian Holy sites. With free WiFi throughout, Ein Gev Holiday Resort is surrounded by green lawns and offers air-conditioned units. Some also feature a kitchenette and barbecue facilities. Featuring a private beach, the Ein Gev Resort is set in a beautiful area, perfect for a relaxing vacation. At the resort guests enjoy a rich buffet-style breakfast. Various restaurants are located in the area. Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 2779 ILS.

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  • 15 כפר נופש דוגה - ריזורט קסום על שפת הכנרת Kinar, Israel

    Resort. Situated in Moshav Ramot and with Tomb of Maimonides reachable within 31 km, כפר נופש דוגה - ריזורט קסום על שפת הכנרת features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The rooms have a balcony with a sea view. Show full description

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  • 16 מלון המעפילים נהריה HaMaapilim Hotel Nahariyya Nahariyya, Israel

    ***** Hotel. Facing the beachfront, מלון המעפילים נהריה HaMaapilim Hotel Nahariyya offers 5-star accommodation in Nahariyya and has a garden, shared lounge and terrace. The property is around 11 km from The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko, 34 km from Haifa’s Municipal Theater and 11 km from Rosh HaNikra grottoes. The hotel features a hot tub, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description

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  • 17 Selina Kinneret Migdal, Israel

    Selina Kinneret

    Hotel. Selina Kinneret features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Migdal. 6.5 km from Tomb of Maimonides and 6. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 86 ILS.

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  • 18 NEA Resort & People Bustan HaGalil, Israel

    NEA Resort & People

    Hotel. Featuring an outdoor pool and spa centre, NEA Resort & People is situated in Shave Ẕiyyon, 200 metres from the beach. It offers a restaurant, a bar and stylish accommodation with a flat-screen TV. WiFi is free throughout. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 2577 ILS.

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  • 19 Daria- Authentic Israeli Experience HaOn, Israel

    Daria- Authentic Israeli Experience

    Hotel. Located in HaOn, 16 km from St. Peter's Church, Daria- Authentic Israeli Experience provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 16 km of Tomb of Maimonides. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 2052 ILS.

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  • 20 Setai Sea Of Galilee En Gev, Israel

    Setai Sea Of Galilee

    Hotel. Set 6 km from En Gev, Setai Sea Of Galilee features free WiFi access and free private parking. The hotel has an infinity pool and spa centre, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Each room is equipped with a Smart TV and a coffee machine in the room. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 1102 ILS.

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  • 21 Luxurious Beach apartments Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Luxurious Beach apartments

    ***** Aparthotel. Facing the seafront, Luxurious Beach apartments offers 5-star accommodation in Haifa and features a garden, bar and shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the sea and mountain. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 2400 ILS.

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  • 22 Apartments on the Beach Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Apartments on the Beach

    Aparthotel. Set 100 metres from the seaside in Haifa, Apartment on the Beach offers sea-view accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free private parking. Haifa Airport is 14 km away. All apartments and studios are modern and have air conditioning, and a kitchen complete with microwave, kettle and stoves. Show full description Guest review score 7.7

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  • 23 Ayatana Akko Acre, Israel

    Beach: Ayatana Akko

    Bed and Breakfast. Featuring city views, Ayatana Akko offers accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 1.5 km from Akko Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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  • 24 Eshkol Housing Haifa - Wallenberg Suites Complex Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Eshkol Housing Haifa - Wallenberg Suites Complex

    Aparthotel. Offering a garden and free WiFi, Eshkol Housing Haifa - Wallenberg Suites Complex offers modern-style accommodation in Haifa. Haifa Zoo is 4 km away. Free private parking is available on site. Featuring a sea-view terrace, all units are air conditioned and feature a dining area and a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Satellite channels are available. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle. Bed linen is provided. Eshkol Housing Haifa - Wallenberg Suites Complex also includes a barbecue. Car hire is available at the property and the area is popular for hiking. Baha'i Gardens is 6.4 km from Eshkol Housing Haifa - Wallenberg Suites Complex, while Carmel Beach is 4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ben Gurion Airport, 111 km away. Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 638 ILS.

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  • 25 Apt with private hot pool Haifa, Israel

    Beach: apt with private hot pool

    Guest house. Boasting garden views, apt with private hot pool offers accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge, around 700 metres from Haifa’s Municipal Theater. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. Show full description

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  • 26 Dor al Hayam Dor, Israel

    Beach: Dor al Hayam

    Holiday park. Located in Dor in the North District Israel region with HaBonim Beach nearby, Dor al Hayam provides accommodation with free private parking. The holiday park provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower. A stovetop and kettle are also provided. Show full description Guest review score 7.5, rooms from around 538 ILS.

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  • 27 Dor Country Lodging Dor, Israel

    Beach: Dor Country Lodging

    Holiday park. Occupying an amazing location on the coast between Netanya and Haifa, the Dor Country Lodging offers comfortable accommodation 3 minutes’ walk from the beach. All rooms and family units have direct access to a private terrace with a table and chairs. They are basic in design and spacious. Show full description Guest review score 6.9, rooms from around 538 ILS.

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  • 28 SkyHotel Nahariyya, Israel

    Beach: skyHotel

    Guest house. Set in Nahariyya, a few steps from HaDekel Beach, skyHotel offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a garden. The property is located 11 km from The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko, 34 km from Haifa’s Municipal Theater and 1.6 km from Train Station Nahariyya. Show full description Guest review score 6.6, rooms from around 315 ILS.

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  • 29 Cabin Resort Moshav Ramot, Israel

    Beach: Cabin Resort

    Bed and Breakfast. Located in Moshav Ramot, in the scenic surroundings of the Golan Heights, Cabin Resort offers an on-site bar and a meat restaurant. It is surrounded with a lush garden with free-to-use barbecue facilities. Free Wi-Fi access is provided. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 496 ILS.

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  • 30 נופש כנרת מגדלי המלכים Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: נופש כנרת מגדלי המלכים

    Aparthotel. Located 400 metres from The Scots Church, נופש כנרת מגדלי המלכים offers a terrace, a restaurant and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Private parking is available on site. Each unit features an equipped kitchen, a living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen TV and private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 490 ILS.

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  • 31 Panorama Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: Panorama

    Guest house. Located 200 metres from the shores of the Sea of Galilee, the Panorama has a relaxing terrace with lake views. It offers classically furnished rooms with free WiFi throughout the guest house. Rooms at the Tiberias Panorama are air conditioned and have a refrigerator and a private bathroom with a shower. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 6.3, rooms from around 239 ILS.

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  • 32 Kings-Towers Boutique Hotel Tiberias, Israel

    Kings-Towers Boutique Hotel

    Aparthotel. Offering lake views, Kings-Towers Boutique Hotel is an accommodation situated in Tiberias, less than 1 km from Tomb of Maimonides and 34 km from Mount Tabor. The property has sea and mountain views, and is 700 metres from St. Peter's Church. The aparthotel features a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Some of the units have a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. At the aparthotel, some units are soundproof. A minimarket is available at the aparthotel. Activities such as snorkelling, diving, cycling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. If you would like to discover the area, fishing, canoeing and hiking are possible in the surroundings. The Scots Church is 500 metres from the aparthotel, while Mt of Beatitudes is 16 km from the property. Haifa Airport is 56 km away. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 1800 ILS.

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  • 33 Bab al-sham funduk Acre, Israel

    Bab al-sham funduk

    Bed and Breakfast. Set 1.5 km from Akko Beach, Bab al-sham funduk offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a bar and room service for your convenience. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 585 ILS.

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  • 34 Seaview Serenity Nahariyya, Israel

    Bed and Breakfast. Located in Nahariyya, just 600 metres from HaDekel Beach, Seaview Serenity provides beachfront accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi. The property features sea views and is 9.4 km from The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko and 33 km from Haifa’s Municipal Theater. Show full description

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  • 35 יחידת נופש בבית ורדי Tiberias, Israel

    יחידת נופש בבית ורדי

    Aparthotel. יחידת נופש בבית ורדי features a patio and is set in Tiberias, within just 600 metres of St. Peter's Church and 600 metres of The Scots Church. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 948 ILS.

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  • 36 Two Wells Zimmer Suite Acre, Israel

    Two Wells Zimmer Suite

    Bed and Breakfast. Situated 1.6 km from Akko Beach and 4.7 km from The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko, Two Wells Zimmer Suite features accommodation in ‘Akko. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 607 ILS.

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  • 37 פינה ליד הים Kefar Rosh HaNiqra, Israel

    פינה ליד הים

    Guest house. Set in Kefar Rosh HaNiqra, 1.7 km from Betzet Beach, פינה ליד הים offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The property is around 43 km from Haifa’s Municipal Theater, 2. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 540 ILS.

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  • 38 אבני החושן- Avnei Hoshen Nahariyya, Israel

    אבני החושן- Avnei Hoshen

    Aparthotel. Featuring garden views, אבני החושן- Avnei Hoshen offers accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 200 metres from Sokolov Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a seasonal outdoor pool. Show full description

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  • 39 HI - Karei Deshe Hostel Khirbet Minim, Israel

    HI - Karei Deshe Hostel

    Hostel. Located on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, 4 km from Kibbutz Ginosar, the HI - Karei Deshe Hostel has access to the beach. It offers free WiFi and simple rooms and dormitories with a fridge and free toiletries. Accommodation at the Karei Deshe is air conditioned and has a tea/coffee maker and a TV. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 316 ILS.

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  • 40 על שפת כנרת Tiberias, Israel

    Aparthotel. Situated in Tiberias, 700 metres from St. Peter's Church and less than 1 km from Tomb of Maimonides, על שפת כנרת offers a private beach area and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Show full description

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  • 41 גלילה Bustan HaGalil, Israel

    גלילה

    Bed and Breakfast. Situated in Bustan HaGalil in the North District Israel region, גלילה features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A fridge and kettle are also available. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around 1350 ILS.

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  • 42 APTER-Boutique Apartment אפטר - דירת בוטיק בכנרת Tiberias, Israel

    Beach: APTER-Boutique Apartment אפטר - דירת בוטיק בכנרת

    Apartment. APTER-Boutique Apartment אפטר - דירת בוטיק בכנרת is a beachfront property set in Tiberias, less than 1 km from St. Peter's Church and 34 km from Mount Tabor. The property has lake and city views, and is 800 metres from Tomb of Maimonides. Show full description

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  • 43 Albi Boutique Apartments Acre, Israel

    Beach: Albi Boutique Apartments

    Apartment. Located within less than 1 km of Akko Beach and 3.3 km of The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko, Albi Boutique Apartments provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in ‘Akko. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 2880 ILS.

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  • 44 SOKOLOV Vacation Boutique Apartments by the sea in nahariya Nahariyya, Israel

    Beach: SOKOLOV Vacation Boutique Apartments by the sea in nahariya

    Apartment. Featuring free WiFi, Sokolov 35 - Boutique Apartments by the sea offers accommodation in Nahariyya. Galei Galilee Beach is 800 metres from the property. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 1200 ILS.

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  • 45 Maorissimo Boutique Apartment Acre, Israel

    Beach: Maorissimo Boutique Apartment

    Apartment. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Maorissimo Boutique Apartment is located in ‘Akko. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property has a 24-hour front desk, a restaurant with an outdoor dining area. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 1755 ILS.

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  • 46 Artichoke Boutique Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Artichoke Boutique

    Apartment. Artichoke Boutique is a beachfront property set in Haifa, less than 1 km from Carmel Beach and 2.7 km from Dado Beach. It has a garden, sea views and free WiFi throughout the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 675 ILS.

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  • 47 Riad beach - Essaouira Nahariyya, Israel

    Beach: Riad beach - Essaouira

    Apartment. Featuring a balcony with sea views, a restaurant and a bar, Riad beach - Essaouira can be found in Nahariyya, close to Achziv Beach and 1.4 km from HaDekel Beach. Boasting free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and fishing. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around 2000 ILS.

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  • 48 Sea view Acre, Israel

    Beach: sea view

    Apartment. Set in ‘Akko, within 500 metres of Akko Beach and 3.9 km of The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko, sea view offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace. This apartment offers free private parking and room service. Show full description Guest review score 9.8

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  • 49 Beautiful studio on the beach Haifa, Israel

    Beach: Beautiful studio on the beach

    Apartment. Located in Haifa, within 300 metres of Carmel Beach and 1.3 km of Dado Beach, Beautiful studio on the beach offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a terrace and a bar. This apartment is 3. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 495 ILS.

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  • 50 Acre sea view 11th floor apartment Acre, Israel

    Beach: Acre sea view 11th floor apartment

    Apartment. Offering a terrace and sea view, Acre sea view 11th floor apartment is set in ‘Akko, 3.9 km from The Bahá’í Gardens in ‘Akko and 22 km from Haifa’s Municipal Theater. The air-conditioned accommodation is 500 metres from Akko Beach, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 9.4

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