Title: Visit HaMakhtesh HaGadol: Best of HaMakhtesh HaGadol Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.com/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol-Hotels.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.com/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Car-Rental-Guide)[HaMakhtesh HaGadol Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Destination-Travel-Guides) # HaMakhtesh HaGadol ## Travel Guide ![There's nothing quite like the desert in the early hours of the morning. And that's exactly when you should go, early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/294afc31-5427-454b-8a01-ca4df0d3123c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There's nothing quite like the desert in the early hours of the morning. And that's exactly when you should go, early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/294afc31-5427-454b-8a01-ca4df0d3123c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There's nothing quite like the desert in the early hours of the morning. And that's exactly when you should go, early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/bd5623cb-448e-4a30-8221-5f48922a21ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit HaMakhtesh HaGadol Things to do - HaMakhtesh HaGadol Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in HaMakhtesh HaGadol ![Kedma by Isrotel Design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46300000/46296900/46296889/20632ca3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kedma by Isrotel Design Ben Gurion Ramat Negev Southern District $221 nightly $221 total Feb 21 - Feb 22 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ramat Negev. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ben-Gurion House and Ben-Gurion's Tomb are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (213 reviews) The hotel is beautiful, with character, and well-located. The food was very good too. Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F21%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026&selected=46296889&PinnedHotelID=46296889&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) ![Negev Camel Ranch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4264800/4264743/0c7631dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Negev Camel Ranch Mamshit Ranch Dimona $119 nightly $119 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 Stay at this guesthouse in Dimona. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attraction Mamshit National Park is located nearby. If you want a special desert experience, this is it. There are no frills and it’s like camping in a cabin. Yet this is such a unique accommodation with an exotic camel-inspired theme. We loved the hammock, the outdoor seating area and simplicity of it. The camel tour is a highlight to add on. Definitely ... Reviewed on Jun 11, 2023 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F14%2F2026&selected=4264743&PinnedHotelID=4264743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) ![The White Hill Guest House - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24130000/24128100/24128029/b1c0d65d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The White Hill Guest House - Hostel 181 Hadekel St. Ramat Negev $100 nightly $100 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 Stay at this hostel in Ramat Negev. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. 8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews) המקום נחמד ונעים, השירות טוב, ארוחת בוקר פשוטה מאד אבל טעימה, החדר קטן מדי וצפוף מדי, המיטה ממלאת את כל החדר, אין ארון, השירותים והמקלחת בתוך החדר, קטנים מאד גם הם. Reviewed on Dec 4, 2021 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026&selected=24128029&PinnedHotelID=24128029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) [See all 17 properties in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F7%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026®ionId=553248635938336345) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Hadass Desert Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33010000/33000400/33000350/7d778ec3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hadass Desert Inn 253 Modi'in St Dimona South District Stay at this aparthotel in Dimona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Mamshit National Park is located nearby. No communication with the desk person. He had to make a phone call for me to converse. Area around property was very unkempt and littered with several "piles" left by dogs right on the property and not cleaned up in any fashion. Area made me feel unsafe due to its exceedingly poor neighborhood, but ... Reviewed on May 30, 2023 [](https://expedia.com/Dimona-Hotels-Hadass-Desert-Inn.h33000350.Hotel-Information) ![Mi amor nevatim 24582 mi amor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36960000/36959800/36959782/0c83c79e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mi amor nevatim 24582 mi amor נבטים South District Stay at this vacation home in Nevatim. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Cochin Jewish Heritage Center ... It's very small, bathroom's door squeak and not closed properly, but it's quite , the only noise os sheep's sounds whoever likes it Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024 [](https://expedia.com/Nevatim-Hotels-Mi-Amor-Nevatim-24582-Mi-Amor.h36959782.Hotel-Information) ![O&O Group - Amazing Sea View 3 BR APT Iconic Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83320000/83313800/83313776/2d87d963_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### O&O Group - Amazing Sea View 3 BR APT Iconic Tower Israel Stay at this apartment in Ramat Negev. Enjoy a fitness center, balconies, and air conditioning. [](https://expedia.com/Ramat-Negev-Hotels-OO-Group-Amazing-Sea-View-3-BR-APT-Iconic-Tower.h83313776.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635938336345&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check HaMakhtesh HaGadol hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635938336345&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635938336345&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635938336345&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635938336345&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635938336345&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635938336345&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Ramon Crater 5/5(22 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Ramon Crater, a lovely green space in Mitzpe Ramon. Discover the spas in this relaxing area, or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Ramon-Crater-Ramat-Negev.d6103582.Vacation-Attraction) #### Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center 4.5/5(15 reviews) You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center during your travels in Mitzpe Ramon. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Makhtesh-Ramon-Visitors-Center-Ramat-Negev.d553248621532628051.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ben-Gurion's Tomb 4.5/5(10 reviews) Find out about the history of Midreshet Ben-Gurion when you spend time at Ben-Gurion's Tomb. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. [](https://expedia.com/Ben-Gurions-Tomb-Ramat-Negev.d553248621563447111.Vacation-Attraction) #### Avdat National Park 5/5(4 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Avdat National Park, a lovely green space in Ramat Negev. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. [](https://expedia.com/Avdat-National-Park-Ramat-Negev.d6103638.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rota Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rota Winery during your travels to Revivim. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Rota-Winery-Ramat-Negev.d553248621563447112.Vacation-Attraction) #### Temple of Oboda 5/5(1 review) Learn about the local history of Ramat Negev with a stop at Temple of Oboda. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. [](https://expedia.com/Temple-Of-Oboda-Ramat-Negev.d553248621532628050.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near HaMakhtesh HaGadol ![small lake at the desert wirh some kind of dirds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/5090ea91-8232-4e1d-af29-0bcf991cbd67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yeruham ![Last week of winter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2304/8f513465-65bf-482c-9589-94ad05f9e184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ramat Negev - Cities near HaMakhtesh HaGadol - Places of interest [Yeruham](https://expedia.com/Yeruham.dx6360120)[Ramat Negev](https://expedia.com/Ramat-Negev.dx553248635974515955) - [Cochin Jewish Heritage Center ](https://expedia.com/Cochin-Jewish-Heritage-Center-Nevatim.d553248621563447098.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mamshit National Park ](https://expedia.com/Mamshit-National-Park-Dimona.d6103636.Vacation-Attraction) - [Avdat National Park ](https://expedia.com/Avdat-National-Park-Ramat-Negev.d6103638.Vacation-Attraction) - [Midbar Yehuda Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Midbar-Yehuda-Nature-Reserve-Tamar.d892721585316790272.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rota Winery ](https://expedia.com/Rota-Winery-Ramat-Negev.d553248621563447112.Vacation-Attraction) - [Temple of Oboda ](https://expedia.com/Temple-Of-Oboda-Ramat-Negev.d553248621532628050.Vacation-Attraction) - [Shivta National Park ](https://expedia.com/Shivta-National-Park-Ramat-Negev.d6103658.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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