Eilat with a Baby: What to Know Before You Go (Parents' Guide)
In short: An Eilat holiday with a baby is easy if you plan well: avoid the midday sun, choose an apartment with a separate bedroom and a kitchenette, and book a baby cot in advance. City Apartments Eilat offers 9 vacation apartments in central Eilat, 5-10 minutes' walk from the promenade, and six of them have a separate bedroom and living room.
It's 13:00, the baby has fallen asleep in the stroller and the sun is at its peak. On a holiday with a baby, moments like this shape the whole day, so it's worth preparing for them ahead of time.
When is the best time to visit Eilat with a baby?
Eilat is very hot in summer, and winter is more comfortable for long outings. You can check the Eilat weather forecast a few days before your trip and adjust your plans.
On a holiday with a baby, it's best not to over-plan. A morning outside, an air-conditioned rest at midday and a short stroll in the late afternoon: that's plenty.
If you're flexible, travel mid-week. In our calendar, weekend nights (Thursday-Friday) cost about 29% more on average than mid-week nights (Sunday-Wednesday), over the next 90 days.
Local tip: Schedule the bigger outings for the morning and the late afternoon, and keep midday for a nap in an air-conditioned apartment.
How do you get to Eilat with a baby?
There are two main options: by car or by flight to Ramon Airport.
By car: The drive is long, so plan stops for feeding and changing. Your baby must travel in a car seat suitable for their age.
By air: Check the airline's rules for infants in advance. You'll find airport details on the Ramon Airport website.
For a full comparison of the options, see our guide on how to get to Eilat.
If you arrive by car, there is free public parking outside all of our buildings. The apartments at Nevi'ot Street 23 also have free private parking, subject to availability.
Insider tip: Arriving before 15:00 with a tired baby? The Nevi'ot building has a dedicated luggage room. You can leave your bags there and head to the promenade. At the Tzofit complex, luggage can wait in a hallway covered by a security camera.
Holiday with a baby: what to look for in an apartment
A vacation apartment gives parents what a hotel room doesn't always offer: space and calm. Here's a checklist to run through before you book:
Separate bedroom: When the baby is asleep, you can sit in the living room without having to keep the whole place silent.
Kitchenette: A fridge, kettle and microwave help with bottles, porridge and small meals.
Air conditioning: Essential for sleep and for the midday rest.
Baby cot: Make sure in advance that you can request one.
Proximity to the promenade: When everything is within walking distance, you can go out and come back with a stroller, no car needed.
Parking: Less carrying of bags and gear.
Self check-in: No waiting at a front desk with a tired baby.
For more points to check, see our guide to Eilat vacation apartments for families.
Which apartment suits parents with a baby?
All of our apartments are in the hotel area of central Eilat, behind the Club Hotel. They don't have sea views and aren't on the waterfront. The promenade and the North Beach are 5-10 minutes' walk away.
The best options for parents with a baby:
[Garden Suite 7](https://www.cityeilat.com/garden7?lang=en) and [Garden Suite 8](https://www.cityeilat.com/garden8?lang=en): 37 sqm and 32 sqm, up to 5 guests, at Nevi'ot Street 23. Each has a private garden, only for the suite's guests, which works very well for parents with toddlers.
[One-bedroom apartment 2](https://www.cityeilat.com/onebed2?lang=en): 28 sqm, up to 5 guests, at Tzofit 6. Separate bedroom and living room. This is currently the cheapest apartment for a family of 4-5 guests: from about ₪285 per night mid-week (as of 11.11.2026, before the 5% direct booking discount; prices vary by date).
Palmor Suite 15: about 60 sqm, up to 5 guests, huge balcony, in the Palmor complex at Topaz 3. It is the only one with a pool, gym and 24/7 lobby, plus a full oven with an induction hob.
Studio 1 (18 sqm, up to 4, no balcony) suits a couple with a baby who spends most of the day out. If you're looking for a pool, we have a guide to vacation apartments with a pool.
Insider tip: The gardens of Suites 7 and 8 are completely private. You can sit there in the morning with your toddler, without leaving the apartment and without hunting for shade on the promenade.
Can I book a baby cot?
Yes. A baby cot is available as a paid extra, subject to availability. It's best to request it when you book, and if you have questions, contact our team before you arrive.
What our booking calendar shows (as of 11.11.2026)
Here is what our calendar shows today, checked on 11.11.2026:
Weekend, check-in 12.11.2026, 2 nights: 0 of 9 apartments available. Fully booked.
Weekend, check-in 19.11.2026, 2 nights: 5 of 9 apartments available, from about ₪395 per night (as of 11.11.2026, before the 5% direct booking discount; prices vary by date).
Weekend, check-in 26.11.2026, 2 nights: 8 of 9 apartments available.
Hanukkah, check-in 04.12.2026, 3 nights: 3 of 9 apartments available (Studio 1, Garden Suite 7 and Balcony Studio 10), from about ₪465 per night (as of 11.11.2026, before the 5% direct booking discount; prices vary by date).
Purim, check-in 22.03.2027, 2 nights: 8 of 9 apartments available.
What does this mean for you? Weekends and holidays fill up fast, and family apartments with a garden go first. If you can, choose mid-week and book early.
What does a day with a baby in Eilat look like?
A good day starts with breakfast in the apartment. Every apartment has a kitchenette, and most guests eat breakfast at home and go out for dinner. For ideas, see our page on where to eat near the apartments.
After breakfast, take a short stroll along the promenade with the stroller. It's a 5-10 minute walk from the apartments, so most evenings out don't require a car or a search for parking.
At midday, head back to the air conditioning and a nap. In the late afternoon you can fit in an easy visit, for example to the Underwater Observatory, depending on your baby's mood and nap schedule. More ideas for hot days are in our post what to do in Eilat on a hot day.
Save: Booking directly at cityeilat.com takes 5% off automatically, with no coupon code. A discount like that over several nights in a family apartment is worth about a full day of meals.
What to pack for a holiday with a baby
A wide-brimmed hat, light clothing and sun protection suitable for your baby's age (check with your pediatrician).
A light stroller, ideally one with a canopy.
Bottles, pacifiers, baby food and diapers for the first few days.
Regular medications and a small first aid kit.
Familiar bedding or a blanket for the baby. Linens and towels for you are provided in the apartment.
A valid credit card: on arrival day we send a security deposit request, and we don't accept cash.
Insider tip: Your personal door code is sent on the morning of your arrival day as a message on the booking platform. Didn't get it? Send a WhatsApp message to 08-6338361 and we'll send it again.
Frequently asked questions
From what age can you travel to Eilat with a baby?
We have no age limit, but this is a medical question rather than one for us. With very young babies, it's best to consult your pediatrician before traveling, because of the heat and the long drive.
Is there a baby cot in the apartments?
A baby cot is available as a paid extra, subject to availability. We recommend requesting it in advance when you book.
Which apartment is best for parents with a baby?
Garden Suites 7 and 8 with the private garden, or one-bedroom apartments 2 and 3 with a separate bedroom and living room. For a couple who spends their days out, Studio 1 is the cheapest option.
How much does an apartment for a family with a baby cost?
One-bedroom apartment 2 from about ₪285 per night mid-week (as of 11.11.2026, before the 5% direct booking discount; prices vary by date). Weekend nights cost about 29% more on average.
Can we arrive before 15:00 with a tired baby?
Check-in is from 15:00. At Nevi'ot there is a dedicated luggage room, and at Tzofit you can leave luggage in a hallway covered by a camera. Early entry to the apartment is possible subject to availability and for a fee.
Want to check availability for your dates? Book directly on our website and get 5% off automatically, with no coupon code. And if you need a baby cot, mention it in your booking or contact us before you arrive.
תגובות