Where to stay

Pick a hotel in colorful Neve Tzedek for an intimate village vibe within the Tel Aviv city limits. This is the city's first neighborhood, featuring 1920s architecture mingled with mid-90s Bauhaus designs. Stroll along quirky, pedestrian-friendly streets with an ice cream in hand, stopping for a snack or souvenir shopping in one of the abundant shops and restaurants. Choose to stay in the ancient port of Jaffa for its incredible history and renowned Jaffa Flea Market, an insightful cross-section of the city revealing its history, culture, and society.

Art aficionados stay in Florentin, Tel Aviv's trendiest art and design-focused neighborhood, often compared to New York's SoHo. Accommodations here put you in the midst of bohemian art galleries, street murals, boutiques, and vegan cafes. Stay in the heart of the city at Lev Ha'ir, home to a large number of the city's top cultural attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage White City, one of the world's first Hebrew theaters, and the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Or, choose accommodations in Kerem HaTeimanim (or Yemenite Quarter) for easy access to the huge Carmel Market and numerous traditional Yemini restaurants and hummus joints.

Stay anywhere along the coastal strip from Herzliya to Bat Yam and you'll have your pick of 13 beautiful Tel Aviv beaches. Choose upscale accommodations in Herzliya Pituach, an affluent area with Israel's largest marina and a small number of hip restaurants. Hotels along the Tel Aviv Promenade - and one of its most popular sections, Lahat Promenade - make the most of the Mediterranean seashore with pedestrian and bicycle paths, art installations, and gorgeous ocean views. Consider staying in the Old North for its English-friendly establishments and its beaches, which can be less crowded than those found in the center or south of the city.