Israel is a fascinating blend of ancient history and modern innovation, where millennia-old religious sites meet vibrant contemporary culture. From the golden Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem to the bustling beaches of Tel Aviv and the otherworldly landscapes of the Dead Sea, this small Mediterranean nation offers extraordinary diversity.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
The Norman Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv's most intimate luxury hotel occupies two magnificently restored 1920s Bauhaus buildings on Nahmani Street with just 50 rooms. The rooftop infinity pool overlooking the White City skyline, acclaimed Dinings restaurant, and personalized butler service make it Israel's finest boutique address.
The Jaffa, a Luxury Collection Hotel
This breathtaking conversion of a 19th-century French hospital and monastery in Old Jaffa creates a hotel like no other in the world. Exposed archaeological excavations are visible beneath glass floors, the Chapel becomes a bar at night, and every surface tells centuries of history.
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Occupying a landmark Ottoman-era palace near the Old City walls, the Jerusalem Waldorf Astoria blends original palatial architecture with modern luxury. The rooftop pool offers the finest views of Jerusalem's holy sites, and the spa is the most comprehensive in the city.
King David Hotel Jerusalem
Jerusalem's most legendary hotel has hosted heads of state and royalty since 1931. The pink stone palace overlooking Old City walls exudes colonial grandeur through its period furnishings, manicured gardens, outdoor pool, and multiple dining venues. History lives in every corridor.
Isrotel Royal Beach Eilat
Eilat's premier resort commands a prime Red Sea beachfront with a dramatic lagoon pool system, award-winning dive center, comprehensive spa, and multiple restaurants. The combination of crystal-clear Red Sea waters and five-star comfort makes it unmatched for a beach and diving holiday.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Alena at Brown TLV
Chef Yael Shiff's celebrated restaurant showcases the finest Israeli produce and culinary traditions elevated to haute cuisine. The seasonal tasting menu reflects Israel's incredible agricultural diversity with Mediterranean creativity and impeccable wine pairings.
Herbert Samuel
Overlooking the Mediterranean from the Leonardo City Tower Hotel, Chef Jonathan Roshfeld's flagship restaurant has shaped modern Israeli cuisine for two decades. The refined tasting menus feature exceptional seafood and an extraordinary Israeli and French wine cellar.
Manta Ray
Perched on Tel Aviv's beach with spectacular sea views, Manta Ray serves creative Israeli cuisine that celebrates local ingredients and the Mediterranean coastline. The fish and seafood preparations using local day-boats are incomparable, best enjoyed at sunset on the terrace.
Machneyuda Fine
Chef Assaf Granit's Jerusalem flagship elevated to its finest expression, with a sophisticated tasting menu showcasing market-fresh ingredients from Mahane Yehuda. The energy remains electric while the cooking reaches extraordinary heights - Jerusalem's essential reservation.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Private Helicopter Tour of Israel
A private helicopter flight from Tel Aviv reveals Israel from above - the Dead Sea glittering below sea level, Jerusalem's golden stones, the green Galilee, and the dramatic Negev. Packages range from 45-minute coastal flights to full-country panoramas.
Dead Sea Luxury Float with Spa Day
At the exclusive David Dead Sea Resort, combine the unique floating experience with a full day of Dead Sea mineral spa treatments including mud wraps, salt scrubs, and hydrotherapy pools. The all-inclusive day packages include gourmet lunch and spa access.
Private Old City Jerusalem Walking Tour with Archaeologist
Explore Jerusalem's Old City with a licensed archaeologist-guide who provides exclusive access to rarely seen areas and explains 3,000 years of layered history. Private Shabbat dinners with local families can be incorporated into this once-in-a-lifetime cultural immersion.
Winery Tour and Wine Tasting in the Judean Hills
The Judean Hills wine region near Jerusalem is producing world-class wines from ancient varietals like Marawi and Dabouki alongside Cabernet and Chardonnay. Private vineyard tours with the winemaker and chef-prepared wine pairing lunches are available at estates like Cremisan, Tzuba, and Mony wineries.
Luxury Desert Camp in the Negev
Glamping in the Negev desert around Ramon Crater combines wilderness immersion with extraordinary comfort. Luxury tented camps offer private bathrooms, gourmet desert dinners under spectacular star-filled skies, camel treks at dawn, and exclusive geological guided hikes.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
Carmel Forest Spa Resort
The finest spa destination in Israel, set within ancient Carmel Mountain forest near Haifa. The thermal pools, extensive treatment menu using local herbs and Dead Sea minerals, yoga and meditation programs, and all-inclusive gourmet cuisine create a complete wellness retreat far from urban distractions.
Isrotel Ganim Spa, Dead Sea
The largest spa complex on the Dead Sea shore combines the unique therapeutic properties of Dead Sea mineral waters with luxury treatments. The extensive hydrotherapy circuit, indoor mineral pools, and signature Dead Sea mud and salt rituals make this the definitive Dead Sea spa experience.
The Norman Spa, Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv's most exclusive in-hotel spa occupies the basement of The Norman hotel with private treatment suites, a heated pool, and a treatment menu featuring Israeli botanicals and high-end skincare brands. The signature 'Norman Experience' multi-hour ritual is the city's most sought-after spa booking.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Car
- Private chauffeur service from $250/day with executive Mercedes or Tesla S; full-day Israel tours from $400-600
- Air
- Helicopter transfers between Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Eilat, and the Sea of Galilee available from $500-2500 per flight; private charter planes through Ben Gurion's GA terminal
- Airport
- Ben Gurion Airport VIP Terminal (Terminal 1) offers private arrival and departure with personal assistants, fast-track security, and luxury lounge from $150/person