Most hotels at the Dead Sea are in a resort called Ein Bokek, near the southern end. They aren’t ultra-cool and mostly cater to coach tours and Israelis taking a few days break. There are, however, some fantastic Zimmers, B&B’s and smaller hotels around. We havent been able to sleep in every hotel at the Dead Sea, but this selection is based on traveller reviews, coolness, and our own experiences (where we have them). Bear in mind that the north of the Dead Sea is less than an hour from Jerusalem, and you can easily do a day excursion including Masada.

Hotels at the Dead Sea

Daniel Hotel

Perhaps the best of the big resort hotels in Ein Bokek. The Daniel was opened a couple of years ago, taking over the building. Renovation has been undertaken, and the contrast is stark, especially when finding out about traveller experiences. Recently, the responses have been largely positive. www.tamareshotels.co.il

Ein Gedi Country Hotel

A Kibbutz hotel, the Ein Gedi hotel is further north than Ein Bokek and has fantastic traveller experiences. Nearby are the national park and botanical gardens. Whilst it might not be top-luxury accomodation it has great traveller reviews. www.ein-gedi.co.il

Lot Hotel

The Lot Hotel is not like most other hotels in the Ein Bokek resort. It is privately owned, comparatively small with under 200 rooms, and it has direct beach access. It may not be luxury, but is clean and comfortable and has better traveller reviews than most its the larger, more expensive rivals. www.lothotel.co.il

Tulip Inn Dead Sea

The Tulip Inn is a recently refurbished hotel in the Ein Bokek resort. The hotel is not actually on the Dead Sea, a shuttle bus operates there – a few minute journey or seven minute walk. It may not be fine luxury, and the location isnt perfect, but it offers good value, and high levels of service. Bear in mind – the chance of a view of the Sea are low. www.fattal.co.il

Hostels at the Dead Sea

Shkedi’s Camplodge

Shkedi’s camplodge is a hostel located 15 minutes south of the Dead Sea, and is ideal for backpackers, families and independent travelers. With a stunning location in Moshav Neot Hakikar, the camplodge offers beautiful yet affordable accomodation. For more information, see their website at www.shkedig.com or alternatively, you can book at www.hostels-israel.com/Dead-Sea/shkediscamplodge

Masada Hostel

At the foot of Masada, this hostel overlooks the Dead Sea. It isn’t next to the Dead Sea, and the majority of the Dead Sea hotels in the Ein Bokek resort are a drive away, yet it offers great quality accomodation for a hostel – clean, modern, and comfortable. What’s more its perfect if you plan to start early to climb Masada! www.iyha.org.il/eng

Beit Sarah Guest House

Another Israel Youth Hostels Association property, also offering good quality, good value hostel facilities. This hostel is at Ein Gedi, further north than Masada. Its just a few minute walk to the beach. www.iyha.org.il/eng

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