Welcome to a new era of tourism where petite hotels with unique personality and quirky furnishings have outmatched impersonal, echoey hotels. A visit to a boutique hotel gives you the rare experience to taste and feel a city in a completely different way. They are smaller, more intimate and they often reside on some of the best corners of urban cities. Tel Aviv, the high energy beach town has caught on to the boutique-trend with dozens of artistic and original hotels popping up all over town. TripExpert takes a look at some of the best on offer.
The Norman
Most recently crowned ‘The Best Hotel in the Middle East’ by luxury travel magazine Conde Nast, The Norman hotel has delighted guests since it first opened its doors in 2014. Located steps away from Tel Aviv’s illustrious Rothschild Boulevard, The Norman has 50 uniquely designed rooms bursting with historical character and featuring Israeli artwork. The hotel also boasts one of the finest restaurants and bar in Tel Aviv.
The Brown TLV
Located in the heart of Tel Aviv’s hip urban scene and only a short ten minute walk from Tel Aviv’s famous beach, the Brown TLV hotel is kookily furnished with mid-century inspired furniture, vintage Playboy photography, finished/topped with some seriously impressive artwork. The Brown TLV offers 30 urban-sized bedrooms and a famous rooftop bar. The hotel also throws in complimentary bicycles to tour the city with, and free access to a nearby gym— so you can really feel like a local.
Hotel Montefiore
An oasis of style, the Hotel Montefiore is best known for its exquisite furnishing and eclectic Bauhaus architecture. Originally built in 1922, and restored in 2008, the Hotel Montefiore has decades of rich history that permeate from its 12 elegant rooms. The hotel also boasts a brasserie-style chef restaurant and an old-world inspired jazz bar.
The Jaffa Hotel
The Jaffa Hotel
The Jaffa Hotel offers a mix of old and new with its 19th century building that once housed Jaffa’s French hospital. With 120 rooms to choose from, the hotel provides some stunning views of historic Jaffa and its devastating beautiful coastline. The hotel has a new wing with more updated modern style furnishing for those looking for a more streamlined look. Inspired by New York, the Jaffa Hotel has its own Italian-American restaurant, Don Camillo.
Hotel Nordoy
Hotel Nordoy
A hotel seeped in century old history, Hotel Nordoy is one of the longest-running hotels in Tel Aviv. Built in 1925, the building is well-known for its distinctive dome-like shape, historical interiors and contemporary art. With a modest 20 rooms on offer, the hotel serves a quiet atmosphere, a rooftop lounge and a luxury spa.
The Poli House
Located in the uber-cool and urban South Tel Aviv neighborhood, The Poli House reflects the cities eclectic culture and design. With 40 luxurious and modern rooms, a heated rooftop pool and rooftop bar, The Poli House is the ultimate in modern-leisure. The building boasts Bauhaus architecture, and has been carefully restored by the world-renowned Egyptian interior designer Karim Rashid.
Mendeli Street Hotel
Named after its historic street, this design-inspired boutique hotel is located just minutes from the coastline, and reflects the contemporary spirit of the city. Although the hotel has been welcoming guests since its opening in 1960, the hotel remains fresh and sophisticated. With 66 elegant rooms on offer, Mendli features the very latest in Israeli art and furnishings. The Mendeli Street Hotel is well known for its famous gourmet breakfast, or you can visit Mashya, Mendli’s onsite chef-restaurant offering traditional cuisine.