Beaches
In Tel Aviv, every season is a beach season. In summer you can spend the whole day soaking up the sun, while in winter you’ll be mesmerized by spectacular sunsets. And always – the beach is just a two-minute walk from the hotel on Mendele Street.
Frishman Beach and Bograshov Beach are the closest to the hotel. These lively beaches are the heart of the promenade and attract visitors from all over the city. Both offer restaurants with varied menus, sunbeds and umbrellas for rent, and even free Wi-Fi courtesy of the municipality.
South of the hotel is Jerusalem Beach, named as a gift to Jerusalem’s Mayor Teddy Kollek in honor of 20 years since the city’s reunification.
Sports lovers often head north to Gordon Beach. Here you’ll find sports facilities, volleyball courts lit at night, surfing and windsurfing areas, kayaking, and in summer – free public Pilates and folk dance classes. Adjacent to the beach is the legendary Gordon Pool, built in 1956 and for decades one of the hottest spots in the city. In 2009 it was completely renovated, and today it’s surrounded by a modern gym, a spa, and a Chinese medicine center.
Surfers feel at home at Hilton Beach, whose southern section is considered the best surf spot in Israel. South of the breakwater operates a surf club, with special floodlights installed for night surfing. It’s also the most accessible beach in the country for people with disabilities. North of the breakwater the beach is especially popular with the LGBTQ+ community, while the far northern end is a designated dog-friendly beach.
All beaches near the hotel are accessible and carry the international “Blue Flag” certification, awarded to beaches that meet high standards of water quality, environmental management, safety, services, and environmental education.
Frishman Beach and Bograshov Beach are the closest to the hotel. These lively beaches are the heart of the promenade and attract visitors from all over the city. Both offer restaurants with varied menus, sunbeds and umbrellas for rent, and even free Wi-Fi courtesy of the municipality.
South of the hotel is Jerusalem Beach, named as a gift to Jerusalem’s Mayor Teddy Kollek in honor of 20 years since the city’s reunification.
Sports lovers often head north to Gordon Beach. Here you’ll find sports facilities, volleyball courts lit at night, surfing and windsurfing areas, kayaking, and in summer – free public Pilates and folk dance classes. Adjacent to the beach is the legendary Gordon Pool, built in 1956 and for decades one of the hottest spots in the city. In 2009 it was completely renovated, and today it’s surrounded by a modern gym, a spa, and a Chinese medicine center.
Surfers feel at home at Hilton Beach, whose southern section is considered the best surf spot in Israel. South of the breakwater operates a surf club, with special floodlights installed for night surfing. It’s also the most accessible beach in the country for people with disabilities. North of the breakwater the beach is especially popular with the LGBTQ+ community, while the far northern end is a designated dog-friendly beach.
All beaches near the hotel are accessible and carry the international “Blue Flag” certification, awarded to beaches that meet high standards of water quality, environmental management, safety, services, and environmental education.
Markets
They may be just over a 15-minute walk from the hotel on Mendele Street, but no visit to Tel Aviv is complete without exploring (or spending a whole day at) two of the city’s most colorful markets.
At Bezalel Market you’ll find stalls with clothes, shoes, and bags. Despite the major renovations the area has undergone in recent years and the modern buildings around it, the market has kept its authentic charm, with real bargains hidden among the piles of clothes. Bring cash – and patience.
Carmel Market is the heart of Tel Aviv’s food scene. Alongside decades-old institutions like Amrani Nuts or Balkan Pastry, the market is packed with excellent street food stalls, restaurants, and cafés. The offerings change constantly, with plenty of pop-up concepts, so each visit brings something new. Hidden in the alleys of the market is one of the city’s finest (and priciest) restaurants – HaBasta. Don’t let the laid-back atmosphere and wobbly tables fool you – it’s a favorite of chefs and foodies, with a seasonal, indulgent menu that changes daily based on what’s fresh in the market, along with an outstanding wine list.
At Bezalel Market you’ll find stalls with clothes, shoes, and bags. Despite the major renovations the area has undergone in recent years and the modern buildings around it, the market has kept its authentic charm, with real bargains hidden among the piles of clothes. Bring cash – and patience.
Carmel Market is the heart of Tel Aviv’s food scene. Alongside decades-old institutions like Amrani Nuts or Balkan Pastry, the market is packed with excellent street food stalls, restaurants, and cafés. The offerings change constantly, with plenty of pop-up concepts, so each visit brings something new. Hidden in the alleys of the market is one of the city’s finest (and priciest) restaurants – HaBasta. Don’t let the laid-back atmosphere and wobbly tables fool you – it’s a favorite of chefs and foodies, with a seasonal, indulgent menu that changes daily based on what’s fresh in the market, along with an outstanding wine list.
Museums
An apartment in central Tel Aviv for 350 lira? That was the price in 1931, when David and Paula Ben-Gurion bought their home. Today, Ben-Gurion House, which also served them alongside their cabin in Sde Boker, is a museum and time capsule: the original furniture remains in place – from the rotary phone on the desk to the tiny kitchen and the vast library of 20,000 books. In addition to the house tour, you can join fascinating guided walks telling the story of those who founded the first Hebrew city, or attend cultural events.
Another museum telling the story of Tel Aviv is Beit Ha’ir (City House), located in tranquil Bialik Square, just 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. The beautifully restored former City Hall now houses rare archival materials, documents, videos, and photographs from different periods of the city’s history. Its gallery level also hosts changing exhibitions and cultural events.
On the same street stands another museum in a unique building – Bialik House. Built for Israel’s national poet in 1924, the house resembles a castle and reflects the aesthetics of early 20th-century design in the country: Eastern-style ornamental motifs alongside European arches and a fireplace. Today it serves as an archive of Bialik’s work – manuscripts, poems, stories, essays – alongside temporary exhibitions and literary events.
If you’re already in the area, save time for the Bauhaus Museum, also on Bialik Street. Bauhaus is not only the architectural style that characterizes Tel Aviv’s White City, but also a movement that influenced industrial and furniture design worldwide.
Another museum telling the story of Tel Aviv is Beit Ha’ir (City House), located in tranquil Bialik Square, just 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. The beautifully restored former City Hall now houses rare archival materials, documents, videos, and photographs from different periods of the city’s history. Its gallery level also hosts changing exhibitions and cultural events.
On the same street stands another museum in a unique building – Bialik House. Built for Israel’s national poet in 1924, the house resembles a castle and reflects the aesthetics of early 20th-century design in the country: Eastern-style ornamental motifs alongside European arches and a fireplace. Today it serves as an archive of Bialik’s work – manuscripts, poems, stories, essays – alongside temporary exhibitions and literary events.
If you’re already in the area, save time for the Bauhaus Museum, also on Bialik Street. Bauhaus is not only the architectural style that characterizes Tel Aviv’s White City, but also a movement that influenced industrial and furniture design worldwide.
Galleries on Ben Yehuda Street
Ben Yehuda Street (which crosses Mendele Street) is an ideal trail for art lovers. While some galleries have relocated to southern Tel Aviv, Ben Yehuda and its surrounding streets are still home to a variety of excellent galleries worth a full day of exploring – such as the veteran Bruno Gallery, Eden (with branches worldwide), Jojo, Gerstein, and more.
Food
From fine dining restaurants and stylish cocktail bars to vibrant street food and artisanal producers – Tel Aviv is a paradise for food lovers.
Mashya, located in the hotel, is one of the city’s finest places (and we’re objective!) to experience Israeli cuisine at its best. But within a short walk you’ll find dozens more excellent options.
Nearby are some of the city’s most beloved institutions – Thai House, the ever-popular spot for authentic Thai cuisine; Goocha, a seafood and fish restaurant with a meticulous yet relaxed vibe; and Shila, a lively Spanish-inspired bar-restaurant.
For a quick bite on the go, there’s celebrity chef Eyal Shani’s Miznon with its creative pita dishes, the famous Sabich-Falafel hybrid at Ouzeria’s sibling Sabilafel, the legendary Kosher street-food king HaKosem with outstanding falafel, shawarma, and Moroccan fish, or right across from the hotel – Prozdor, serving decadent burgers with outrageous toppings.
If you’re in the mood for something lighter – enjoy a sinful pastry at Nola American Bakery, a perfect French baguette at Le Moulin, or breakfast at any time of day at Benedict.
End the night with a sophisticated cocktail at Imperial Cocktail Bar (ranked among the world’s 50 best bars), at Space House, or mingle with fellow travelers at Mike’s Place on the promenade.
Mashya, located in the hotel, is one of the city’s finest places (and we’re objective!) to experience Israeli cuisine at its best. But within a short walk you’ll find dozens more excellent options.
Nearby are some of the city’s most beloved institutions – Thai House, the ever-popular spot for authentic Thai cuisine; Goocha, a seafood and fish restaurant with a meticulous yet relaxed vibe; and Shila, a lively Spanish-inspired bar-restaurant.
For a quick bite on the go, there’s celebrity chef Eyal Shani’s Miznon with its creative pita dishes, the famous Sabich-Falafel hybrid at Ouzeria’s sibling Sabilafel, the legendary Kosher street-food king HaKosem with outstanding falafel, shawarma, and Moroccan fish, or right across from the hotel – Prozdor, serving decadent burgers with outrageous toppings.
If you’re in the mood for something lighter – enjoy a sinful pastry at Nola American Bakery, a perfect French baguette at Le Moulin, or breakfast at any time of day at Benedict.
End the night with a sophisticated cocktail at Imperial Cocktail Bar (ranked among the world’s 50 best bars), at Space House, or mingle with fellow travelers at Mike’s Place on the promenade.
