Ein Bokek

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Ein Bokek featuring a beach and general coastal views
Bathe in the salty, oily waters of the Dead Sea and indulge in a spa or health treatment at this luxury desert resort area.

Ein Bokek is set on the shores of the Dead Sea, where a selection of hotels and health clinics offer treatments using the world-renowned healing properties of the waters. Venture into the sparse and rugged lands of the Negev Desert and stay in this small luxury resort and fill your days bobbing in the ultra-buoyant waters and indulging in spa or health treatments.

Some of the lowest points on Earth, Ein Bokek and the Dead Sea are 1,300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Soak up the sun’s rays here and you are in fact receiving far less harmful UV radiation than anywhere else. The enormous lake is extremely salty, 10 times more than the oceans. It makes swimming almost impossible but bobbing like a cork in the water is a fun and surreal experience.

The luxury hotels located here specialize in treatments for a whole host of health ailments. The nutrient-rich waters of the Dead Sea and the hot, dry climate are being harnessed to treat everything from psoriasis to asthma, allergies, rheumatic illnesses and joint problems. Treat yourself to a massage or treatment with the Dead Sea salt and mud which also make for effective and indulgent beauty therapies.

Ein Bokek is well-geared towards visitors. Find restaurants, gift stores and shops selling Dead Sea products. On the beach there are shower and bathroom facilities as well as sun loungers and parasols for rent. Lay on the soft sand and bathe in the sunshine or wade into the gentle warm waters and feel your stresses dissolve. Be careful not to get the salty water in your eyes, as it stings.

The resort district of Ein Bokek is located about 12 miles (20 kilometers) south of the famed Masada archaeological site. It is approximately a 2-hour drive from both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Rent a car if you wish to explore the region as public buses are infrequent. Ein Bokek is one of the few free beaches along the shores of the Dead Sea.

Vert Dead Sea
Vert Dead Sea
Ein Bokek, Tamar, Southern District
The price is RM890 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM890
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tamar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Discover genuine guest reviews for Vert Dead Sea along with the latest ...
7.6/10 Good! (720 reviews)
"Nice…perfect weather too."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Vert Dead Sea
Nevo by Isrotel Collection
Nevo by Isrotel Collection
5 out of 5
Ein Boqeq, Tamar
The price is RM1,098 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM1,098
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Tamar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (580 reviews)
Great Hotel on the Dead Sea.
"Nice location, clean rooms, very good pools, good service and amazing food."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2023

Nevo by Isrotel Collection
Noga By Isrotel Collection
Noga By Isrotel Collection
4.5 out of 5
M.P. Ein Bokek, Dead Sea, Tamar
The price is RM945 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
RM945
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tamar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (608 reviews)
"Good Points: Good facilities, efficient overall. Most amenities worked well. Pool and Spa facilities very good. Conveniently located. Serving personnel in breakfast room generally quite helpful and pleasant. Wifi works well (if not always great bandwidth/speed). Weak Points: Some taudry aspects (early-stage ..."

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2024

Noga By Isrotel Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Belfer's Dead Sea cabins- Apartments
Belfer's Dead Sea cabins- Apartments
Neot Hakikar, Tamar
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Tamar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Neot HaKikar Pool and Neot HaKikar Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
Dead Sea escape.
"Everything was smooth. The management was extremely helpful and very nice. The room was clean and the cabin was cool and fresh. They provided us with Candles and creams as well to repel the flies. There is a market in this community that has everything very interesting market. I bought lamb chops ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2023

Belfer's Dead Sea cabins- Apartments
Aloni - Guest house Dead Sea
Aloni - Guest house Dead Sea
Neve Zohar 103, Tamar
Stay at this beach apartment in Tamar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Discover genuine guest reviews for Aloni - Guest house Dead Sea along ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"They were very nice to me and made everything very accessible and welcoming"

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2024

Aloni - Guest house Dead Sea
Desert View
Desert View
Hagilad 37, Arad
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Arad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Glass Art Museum Arad and Tel Arad National ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (72 reviews)
"I wasn't sure where to stay to visit the Dead Sea, and I did not want to stay at a resort. This place was amazing!!! It was quiet, COMFORTABLE, easy to find, and quality service. It was very quiet street with easy parking. I wish I was staying in the area longer because this was perfect. I stayed ..."

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2019

Desert View
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
12 Aug 2019

Great Dead Sea destination. Note that food options are limited (so eat in the hotel) and there are no big supermarkets or any petrol stations in town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
16 Apr 2019

Not a lot to do in Ein Bokek, but excellent walks nearby (Ein Gadi)

5/5 - Excellent

Ben
16 Apr 2019

Fantastic free facilities and a beautiful, clean beach. Not many restaurants so book a hotel dinner in advance

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
20 Mar 2019

If you want the Dead Sea experience this is the place.