Apartments in Central Eilat: Where to Stay on Vacation? An Area Guide
In short: Apartments in central Eilat, in the hotel area near the North Beach, are the convenient choice for most vacations. City Apartments Eilat has nine apartments behind the Club Hotel, a 5 to 10 minute walk from the promenade, for 2 to 5 guests. The south suits snorkeling, and the residential neighborhoods suit those who arrive with a car.
You've arrived in Eilat. The kids want the beach and ice cream, and you don't want to hunt for parking every time you head out. That's the moment when choosing the right area changes your whole vacation.
Which areas are best for renting vacation apartments in Eilat?
There are three main areas: the hotel area near the North Beach, the southern beach near the coral reserve, and the residential neighborhoods. For most travelers the hotel area fits best, because everything is within walking distance. People choose the south for the sea, and the neighborhoods for the quiet, but there you almost always need a car.
The hotel area and the North Beach
This is the tourist heart of the city. From here you can walk to the promenade, the North Beach, restaurants and the mall by the water. You can leave the car parked and not touch it for a few days.
The downside: during holidays and school vacations the area is busy and full of life. If you want total silence you'll notice it, but during quiet hours (10 PM to 7 AM) the side streets are usually calm.
The southern beach and the coral reserve
The southern part of the city is close to the Coral Beach Nature Reserve, a great spot for snorkeling over the reef. It suits those who come mainly for the sea and the reef.
On the other hand, it's farther from the promenade, and evenings call for a drive or a taxi. If it's your first time snorkeling, read our beginner's guide to snorkeling in Eilat.
Residential neighborhoods
The neighborhoods usually offer lower prices and quiet. But they are far from the promenade and the beach, so you almost always need a car for every outing. They suit those who arrive by car and don't plan to explore on foot.
Comparison: which area suits whom
The central hotel area: walk to the promenade, the beach and restaurants. Suits families, couples and anyone who doesn't want a car.
The southern beach: close to the coral reserve and snorkeling. Suits sea lovers who arrive with a car.
Residential neighborhoods: quiet and distance from the tourist bustle. Suits those with a car who don't need the promenade at their door.
Local tip: Before you book, check the real walking time from the apartment to the promenade on Google Maps. "Close to the sea" can mean 5 minutes or 25.
Apartments in Eilat near the promenade: what it means in practice
When a listing says "near the promenade," look for a number. Apartments in Eilat near the promenade should mean a 5 to 10 minute walk, not a drive. That's close enough to walk to dinner and come back to a quiet apartment.
Most people looking for Eilat vacation apartments want exactly this: walking distance to the fun, and a separate home with a kitchenette. You'll find more on the difference from a hotel in vacation apartment or hotel in Eilat, and on the location in vacation apartments in Eilat near the promenade.
Apartments in central Eilat: City Apartments Eilat
City Apartments Eilat has operated since 2013 in the hotel area in the center of the city, behind the Club Hotel. It's a complex of nine apartments in three locations, all within a 5 to 10 minute walk of the promenade and the North Beach. Every apartment has a kitchenette (fridge, stovetop, kettle, microwave and kitchenware), air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, linens and towels, and self check-in with a code.
6 Tzofit Street
Studio 1: about 18 sqm, up to 4 guests, no balcony.
One-Bedroom Apartment 2: 28 sqm, up to 5 guests.
One-Bedroom Apartment 3: 33 sqm, up to 5 guests.
23 Nevi'ot Street
Garden Suite 7: about 37 sqm, private garden for the suite's guests only, up to 5 guests.
Garden Suite 8: about 32 sqm, private garden, up to 5 guests.
Suite 9: 32 sqm, bedroom and living room, up to 5 guests.
Balcony Studio 10: 16 sqm, balcony with a city view, up to 3 guests.
Balcony Studio 11: 22 sqm, large balcony with a city view, up to 4 guests.
3 Topaz Street
Palmore Suite 15: about 60 sqm, up to 5 guests, huge balcony. The Palmore complex has a pool, a gym and a lobby with 24-hour reception. The apartment also has an oven and an induction stovetop.
The pool is only in the Palmore complex. The other apartments have no pool.
What to know before choosing us
We'll be honest: none of our apartments has a sea view, and none is on the waterfront. The view from the balconies is a city view. What you get is a central location, a short walk and plenty of relative quiet in the evening.
Free public parking is available near the entrance at all of our locations. At 23 Nevi'ot Street there is also free private parking, subject to availability. Accessibility and elevators vary between buildings, so if you need an accessible apartment, please contact us before booking.
Save: Booking directly on the website gives you an automatic 5% discount, with no codes and no club to join.
How to choose an apartment for your group
Couple: a studio with a balcony (10 or 11), for morning coffee with a city view.
Family with children: an apartment with a bedroom and living room (2, 3, 7, 8, 9 or 15), so parents don't have to sit in the dark when the kids fall asleep. A crib is available for an extra fee, subject to availability.
Family that wants a yard: Garden Suite 7 or 8, with a private garden. More on this in our guide to apartments with a private garden.
Anyone who wants a pool and gym: Palmore Suite 15.
Small group or tight budget: Studio 1, which fits up to 4 guests.
For the full list of apartments, see Eilat vacation apartments. To check what's available on your dates, go to the booking page.
You can combine: sleep in the center and visit the south
You don't have to pick one side. You can stay in the center, walk to the promenade in the evening, and set aside a day or two for snorkeling in the south. That way you get both convenience and a real reef.
General information about the city is on the Eilat tourism website. And before you choose your dates, it's worth checking the weather forecast, especially in summer.
Local tip: In summer, plan snorkeling for the early morning and the promenade for the evening. At midday, rest in your air-conditioned apartment.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to stay in Eilat on vacation?
For most travelers, the best place is the hotel area in the center, near the North Beach and the promenade. From there you walk to restaurants, the beach and the mall, and you don't need a car for every outing.
How long is the walk from your apartments to the promenade?
Between 5 and 10 minutes from all nine apartments. They are located behind the Club Hotel, in the hotel area in central Eilat.
Do you have an apartment with a sea view or on the waterfront?
No. None of our apartments is on the waterfront and none has a sea view. There are balconies with a city view in Studio 10, Studio 11 and Palmore Suite 15.
Which apartment has a pool and a gym?
Only Palmore Suite 15 at 3 Topaz Street. The Palmore complex has a pool, a gym and a lobby with 24-hour reception.
Do I need a car if I stay in central Eilat?
Usually not, because the promenade and the North Beach are within walking distance. A car is mainly useful for driving to the south or to hiking trails. Free public parking is available near the entrance at all of our locations.
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