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Arava Hostel

Hostel with bar/lounge, near Eilat Marina

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Terrace/patio
Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only | Bathroom shower
Front of property
Gallery Suite | In-room dining
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Standard Quadruple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Men only | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Gallery Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Gallery Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Family Quadruple Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Almogim 106/1, Eilat

What's nearby

  • Eilat Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Eilat Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ice Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Coral World Underwater Observatory Aquarium - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Port of Aqaba - 20 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Eilat (ETM-Ramon Intl.) - 19 min drive
  • Aqaba (AQJ-King Hussein Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Ovda (VDA) - 53 min drive
  • Taba (TCP-Taba Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Brazil - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪פיצה שמש - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortuna - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fast Habesha Restaurant Eilat - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪פלאפל הלב הרחב - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Arava Hostel

Arava Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Eilat. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights at this Mediterranean hostel.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Norwegian, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 35 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1987
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Our Reception Fridge - Onsite theme restaurant.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 30 2024 to October 29 2026 (dates subject to change).

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Arava Eilat
Arava Hostel
Arava Hostel Eilat
Arava Hostel Eilat Hotel Eilat
Arava Hostel Eilat
Arava Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Arava Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Eilat

Frequently asked questions

Is Arava Hostel currently open?
This property is closed from October 30 2024 to October 29 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Arava Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Arava Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Arava Hostel?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Arava Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arava Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Arava Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Arava Hostel like?
Arava Hostel is a short 20-minute walk from Eilat Marina and 13 minutes' walk from Eilat Museum and Art Gallery.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Maor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Dor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Priya, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

NOAM, 3-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

clean, inexpensive, great location.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

EFRAIM, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Hate this place and will never come back there
They have treated me so bad there
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Deceived
Looked good online. Came highly recommended. But the we arrived. Front door would not stay latched. Shower head leaked and sprayed water all over bathroom. Used towel to mop it up only to find out they charge extra for replacement towels. Noise all night long. Breakfast was good but they made us wash our dishes. Had to strip our beds and deliver sheets down stairs. Place is quit worn with sloppy maintenance. Absolutely not “very good”!
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff very helpful, well maintained and organized place close to bus station and the beach
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

my experience from the time i stay at Arava hostel
amazing place to spend the weekend, very good service i slept like a baby because the area is very quiet, there are shops nearby so you can go to eat lunch only 300 meters from the hostel, the crew is very kind and i felt like I'm staying in my family place, not in a hostel, the one that stands above all was Tommy great guy with very high service awareness, i will come again for sure :)
udi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good location, helpful staffs, and wonderful breakfast!
Edith, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great budget room for night
Great budget room for night; walk-able to beach/center (not in summer). Good breakfast included; nice ground; room with kettle and small refrigerator; easy street parking (and limited on site parking). Very clean.Locker is 10 NIS (up to 24 hr).
jacques, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, close tó everything by walk. Tomi, the owner, wonderful host. Nice staff, helpful. Clean common areas, very comfortable terrace forint chill out. Delicious breakfast.
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very Good

Easy walk to bus station
Easy walk to the bus station and good inexpensive restaurants. Good outdoor lounging space. Only concern was that my bunk room was stuffy and had no windows; not the best place to share with two guys who were sick.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Will come again
Best quality/price in best location Friendly helpful Need no more Thanks
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Location and Friendly Staff. Free BREAKFAST.
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very good budget hotel
Even prices went up since last year it's still good! Hope they will reduce the prices when the hotel isn't full..
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Basic comforts and the friendliest service imagina
The friendliness and service at this hotel was superb. All staff were super helpful, and given the cost, this was a super value. If you want luxury this is not the place for you. But if you want basic comforts and an atmosphere that makes you feel welcome, do not hesitate to book. You can even walk to the airport!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great value with staff that truly cares
I stayed here for 2 nights on my way to Jerusalem. Eilat is not a cheap town as accommodations can be expensive but the dorms are good value for what you get. The hostel is nicer than appears in the pictures with a garden area to hang out / socialize, good Wifi inside, clean shared bathroom and rooms with comfy beds and power outlets by the bed and a good breakfast. It is well located and within walking distance to the airport, central train station and various restaurants / markets. A dishonest taxi driver took off with my main luggage still in the trunk which is every traveller's nightmare and the staff Ruth and Tommy were very kind and empathetic of my situation. They took the time to help me call all the taxi companies around town and helped me deal with it as best they could. I would highly recommend this hostel.
G, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This is a hostel, not resort hotel
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff was wonderful, with suggestions for places to eat and things to do. They were always cheerful and helpful. We were able to rent gear to snorkel for less than at the Coral Beach Nature Reserve. The only negative comment is that breakfast could have been better.
Debbie, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

Breakfast was very good: salad, bread, jam and chokolate paste, milk, soft cheese, olives. It is very good location, 10 min walk to the Central bus station and very close to the local airport. Supermarket is 10 min by foot. But I didn’ like the shower.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Lovely patio, dreary single room
Checkin was friendly, quick and helpful. My room was tiny and depressingly dreary, but the bathroom was updated, bright and nice. I would happily have traded the tv for a bedside light. Location is a short walk from the bus station, and the downtown area was minutes away by foot. The continental breakfast was fine, and the instant coffee was actually ok. There is a beautiful patio out front, replate with couches, pinic tables, trees and a view across to the Jordanian mountains. As a nonsmoker, however, it was hard to find a place to sit that wasn’t smoke-filled.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great time at Arava
Amazingly helpful and very friendly staff. Very flexible with booking and staying. Great atmosphere at the hostel, nice garden and good location. Rich breakfast at the morning and 24/7 reception. Internet could be faster in the dormitory rooms.
Bendeguz, 1-night trip
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