Eilat Apartment with a Fully Equipped Kitchen: Benefits and Where to Find One
In short: An Eilat apartment with a fully equipped kitchen saves you money on meals, gives parents flexibility and suits special diets. City Apartments Eilat has nine apartments, all with a kitchenette: fridge, hob, kettle, microwave and kitchenware. The apartments are in the city center, a 5-10 minute walk from the promenade.
Six in the morning, the baby is awake, and every restaurant nearby is still closed. In your kitchenette the kettle is already boiling, and the day starts quietly.
What are the benefits of a vacation apartment with a fully equipped kitchen in Eilat?
The big benefit is control: you decide when you eat, what you eat and how much you pay. A vacation apartment with a kitchen in Eilat makes half of your meals cheaper and simpler. It works especially well for stays of three nights or more.
The main benefits:
Savings on breakfasts and light meals.
Convenience for parents with young children.
A fit for special dietary needs.
Cold food and drinks in the fridge after a day in the sun.
Freedom from restaurant schedules.
Breakfast with no queue and no bill
A restaurant breakfast for a family of four adds up to a respectable sum on day one. In the apartment you can make eggs, salad, bread and coffee in ten minutes. You can read more about cooking in an Eilat vacation apartment, with easy menu ideas.
Kids who eat when they want to
Children get hungry at odd hours. The kitchenette has a fridge for snacks, a microwave for reheating and space to make simple pasta. No waiting for a waiter when the little one is close to tears. Here is more on what to check in an Eilat vacation apartment for families.
A special diet without compromise
Allergies, vegetarian eating, strict kosher or a medical diet: when you cook for yourself, you know what is on the plate. It is far calmer than guessing what is in a restaurant dish. Cooking on holiday in Eilat is also a simple fix for picky eaters.
VAT-free shopping in Eilat: how does it fit with the kitchen?
As we understand it, and under current policy, Eilat is a free trade zone, so some purchases in the city are made without VAT. It is worth checking at the checkout what applies to your items. Eilat's status as a free trade zone is described on Wikipedia's Eilat page.
In practice, VAT-free shopping in Eilat can lower the cost of a week's groceries. Here is a detailed guide to supermarkets in Eilat and how to save on VAT.
Save: On arrival day, buy a basic basket: bread, eggs, vegetables, cheese, coffee and drinks. For the other meals, eat out depending on your mood.
Where can you rent an apartment with a fully equipped kitchen in Eilat?
You can rent an apartment with a fully equipped kitchen in Eilat from private owners, at vacation apartment complexes and through booking sites. The smart move is to check exactly what the kitchen includes before you book. A kitchenette is not always a full kitchen, so it is worth confirming the equipment and the space.
A checklist before you book:
What is in the kitchen: fridge, hob, microwave, kettle, dishes, pots and pans.
Whether there is an oven, if you need one.
How many people the apartment really suits.
Distance from the promenade: how many minutes on foot.
Parking and check-in policy.
Whether booking direct is cheaper than booking through a third party.
Apartment with a fully equipped kitchen in Eilat: the City Apartments Eilat units
City Apartments Eilat has operated since 2013, with more than 4,500 guest reviews across all properties. All nine apartments are in the hotel area of the city center, behind the Club Hotel, a 5-10 minute walk from the promenade and the North Beach. There are no sea-view apartments, and none is right on the waterfront. Here is what you get:
Studio 1: about 18 sqm, up to 4 guests, Tsofit 6, no balcony.
Bedroom Apartment 2: 28 sqm, up to 5 guests, Tsofit 6.
Bedroom Apartment 3: 33 sqm, up to 5 guests, Tsofit 6.
Garden Suite 7: about 37 sqm, up to 5 guests, Nevi'ot 23, with a private garden for suite guests only.
Garden Suite 8: about 32 sqm, up to 5 guests, Nevi'ot 23, also with a private garden.
Suite 9: 32 sqm, up to 5 guests, Nevi'ot 23.
Balcony Studio 10: 16 sqm, up to 3 guests, balcony with a city view, Nevi'ot 23.
Balcony Studio 11: 22 sqm, up to 4 guests, large balcony with a city view, Nevi'ot 23.
[Palmore Suite 15](https://www.cityeilat.com/palmore15?lang=en): about 60 sqm, up to 5 guests, huge balcony, Topaz 3. The Palmore complex has a pool, a gym and a 24/7 lobby with reception. The apartment itself also has an oven and an induction hob.
All the apartments have a fridge, hob, kettle, microwave and kitchenware, plus air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, linens and towels. Check-in is self-service with a personal code. Public street parking outside is free, and at Nevi'ot 23 there is also free private parking, subject to availability. You can see all the apartments and compare.
What does the kitchenette have, and what does it not?
Let's be honest: in most of the apartments it is a kitchenette, not a full home kitchen. It suits simple meals, reheating, light cooking and coffee. It does not suit heavy cooking that takes hours.
What you can easily make:
Eggs, shakshuka, omelets and pancakes.
Pasta, rice and stir-fried vegetables.
Salads, sandwiches and cheese platters.
Warming food for babies.
No cooking over an open flame, and barbecues are not allowed at the apartments. Leave the grill to the public park or a restaurant.
Local tip: Bring spices, olive oil and a good knife from home. They make the kitchenette much more comfortable, and you won't want to buy them for a short stay.
How much do you really save by cooking on holiday?
There is no single number that fits everyone, and it depends on family size and habits. A simple principle: a home breakfast and snacks for the beach cut the heaviest costs. A restaurant dinner once or twice a week keeps the holiday fun.
A simple comparison:
Hotel without a kitchen: every meal is an expense, and so is every cup of coffee.
Apartment with a kitchenette: light breakfast and lunch at home, dinner as you feel like it.
You can read more about the differences in vacation apartment or hotel in Eilat, but the point is simple: a kitchenette gives you an option and obliges you to nothing.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an oven in the apartments?
Only Palmore Suite 15 has an oven, along with an induction hob. The other apartments have a kitchenette with a hob or hotplate and a microwave.
Do I need to bring kitchenware?
No. All the apartments have kitchenware, a kettle and a microwave. You only need to bring spices, your favorite coffee and personal items.
Is there a sea view or direct beach access?
No. There is no sea view and no apartment is on the beachfront. The apartments are in the city center, a 5-10 minute walk from the promenade and the North Beach.
Can I get a kosher kitchen?
You can cook in the apartment according to your own rules, but we do not provide kosher supervision. If you have special requirements, contact us before booking through the City Apartments Eilat team.
Ready for a holiday with a kitchenette and no queues? Check availability and prices on our site: booking direct at cityeilat.com gives you an automatic 5% discount.
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