Voyage Tel Aviv


Tel Aviv (meaning hill of spring in Hebrew) has an air of perpetual renewal, new restaurants open and there’s always a party somewhere


corner and you might catch a glimpse. Good value, and to be honest you’re not going to be hanging around the hotel too much. €€€ | www.atlas.co.il/yam-hotel-tel-aviv


THE NORMAN HOTEL STAY


CARLTON TEL AVIV Yes, it is your usual Carlton hotel, with some different touches in artwork and decor. The one big plus is the spectacular pool on the 15th floor overlooking the sea. If you’re looking to work off some of the lovely food on offer, the spa and gyms are re-furbished and not too busy. With kosher cooking at its best there are two main restaurants to choose from and you’ll not be disappointed. Located right on the beach front near the marina, you can also relax in the Esperanto Bar after a hard day soaking up some culture. €€€€ | www.carlton.co.il


THE YAM


Noted as the perfect surfer-style boutique hotel, it’s basic but nicely finished. There’s a great buzz from like-minded guests, the buffet breakfast is certainly not to be missed. The rooms are comfortable with balconies but the rooms quoted as sea view…. Well, bend your head around the


128 | SPRING 2021 | ONBOARD


Dig deep, this is not cheap, but certainly one of the very best little gems in the city. Set in a converted 1920s mansion with 50 bedrooms spec’d to the very highest level, including an amazing penthouse with some of the best views in the city. There are two glorious restaurants serving exquisite local and Mediterranean dishes, plus the Library Bar to help you wind down after a busy day pounding the streets. And then you can relax by the stunning infinity pool on the roof with an apero. €€€€€ | www.thenorman.com


THE JAFFA Wow, that is exactly what you’ll say when you enter one of these suites in the Jaffa Residences. There are various options in terms of size and number of bedrooms and of course the depth of your pockets. The architects preserved historic structures of the former hospital and monastery with meticulous care. These apartments really are an oasis within the city and are truly spectacular. The whole project covered luxury apartments and over 80 hotel rooms with unsurpassable facilities. The company behind this project are world renowned architects and specialise in returning buildings to their former glory with a modernist touch. €€€€€€ | www.thejaffatelaviv.com


CUCU HOTEL Cool, colourful and contemporary, Cucu Hotel is the place to stay and mix with the city’s energetic, international youthful side. With a café sprawling out onto the sidewalk, an eye-catching, playful design, and a location a stone’s throw from the best nightlife in town, it’s a perfect retreat for resting in between partying. Many of the rooms have balconies with views of the leafy street, and all its revellers. The stunning Mediterranean restaurant balances traditional dishes with more northern Med recipes using seasonal produce and a modern touch. The bar areas are stunning and of course serve cool beers, €€€ | www.cucuhotel.com


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