Gay Hotel Tel Aviv

This hotel is not in the central tourist area of Tel Aviv, but Hilton Beach can be reached in a 15-minute drive or half-hour bus. The hotel features stylish, comfortable rooms, with decadent rain showers and designer bathroom amenities, as well as luxury touches like Nespresso machines, private balconies, and jacuzzis in the higher categories. There’s a swanky rooftop pool and lounge with great city views and DJs spinning every night, as well as a large high-end spa.

Inta is the only explicitly gay hotel in Tel Aviv, and it is doing a wonderful job. Not only is the hotel located in a charming 1920s Ottoman building, but the interiors are modern and colorful, with lush traditional touches. The Deluxe Balcony rooms are especially beautiful, and make for a perfect couple’s retreat. The leafy rooftop lounge is great for mingling with fellow gays and enjoying some drinks and entertainment, with cabaret nights and live gigs going on most nights. The location near the heart of old Jaffa makes it easy to explore Tel Aviv’s more traditional side, while many of Tel Aviv’s gay bars are still within walking distance.

This popular gay-friendly Tel Aviv hotel is housed in one of the city’s iconic white Bauhaus buildings, which was originally one of the first cinemas in town. The hotel honors this history with a glamorous classic cinema theme and art-deco-inspired interiors. Rooms are comfortable and stylish, but it’s the services and facilities that set this place apart. These include a generous free happy hour every day in the rooftop lounge, free bike rental, and film screenings of classic movies. The central location is also ideal, just 15 minutes from the top of Rothschild Boulevard and about 20 minutes from gay beach and the Neve Tzedek gay bars. Cinema Hotel is one of the most booked gay hotels in Tel Aviv.

This hotel is set in a striking 30-storey tower just two minutes from the beach and promenade, giving many of its rooms top-notch views. These feature warm, minimalist decor, large bathrooms, and plush beds – make sure to get a balcony if you can. The suites are perfect for longer stays, usually including a kitchenette as well as living and work spaces. The building is topped with a freeform swimming pool offering panoramic Tel Aviv views, and there is also a well-equipped gym. The location is ideal, walking distance to world-class beaches, restaurants, gay bars, architecture, and shopping.

CUCU Hotel is cute and artsy, with colorful pop-art murals and a modern, trendy vibe. It has 32 rooms, all with comfortable furnishings and good-quality amenities. The cozy Classic rooms are perfect for a short trip, while the more spacious Superior rooms and the Studio suite are better for longer stays – the latter even comes with a bathtub and a Nespresso machine. All guests receive free water and Kinder eggs upon check in (evidence of CUCU’s commitment to quirkiness). Perks include free bike rental and free access to a large, fully-equipped gym a short walk from the hotel. The downstairs cafe serves a tasty Israeli breakfast every morning, and the hotel has just launched its new treatment room.

Shenkin Hotel has a great central position, a few minutes from the famous Carmel Market and a short walk to the beaches, the UNESCO world-site Bauhaus houses, the luxury shopping district, and the gay bars in Neve Tzedek. It’s got a cute, modern, boutique vibe, with warm and welcoming interiors and impeccable design throughout. The hotel has both cozy, compact rooms for the solo traveler or couple on a budget and spacious, stylish studio rooms for those who like to spread out. There’s an on-site spa to pamper you and a lovely rooftop terrace with city views to relax and socialize.

This popular gay-friendly hotel in Tel Aviv features a sleek, dark aesthetic with designer interiors in shades of black and brown. The rooms are on the small side, so it’s well worth upgrading to the Relax or Deluxe categories – the former even comes with a decadent double jacuzzi tub and an option for in-room treatments. That said, the small single rooms make for a stylish option for a solo traveler. Every room comes with fine linens, black marble bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The hotel boasts a sunny roofdeck with an open-air jacuzzi tub, and a spa offering signature treatments. This gay owned hotels was one of the first gay-friendly hotels in Tel Aviv and remains one of the most booked.

Maxim Design Hotel offers comfortable, clean accommodation in an unbeatable location just a couple of minutes from Tel Aviv’s urban beaches. The decor is a little dated in places, but overall the rooms are pleasant and homey. This hotel stands out with its outstanding staff and approach to service: one lovely touch is the provision of free drinks, snacks, cakes, and even homemade soup in the lobby throughout the day. Breakfast is also very tasty, and the rooftop terrace has beautiful Mediterranean views.

The Hilton Tel Aviv gives its name to Hilton Beach, the city’s unofficial gay beach. This means that it’s not just a gay-friendly Tel Aviv hotel – it’s a gay Tel Aviv institution. Staying at the Hilton keeps you a stone’s throw away from the best seaside gay action in town, but there’s a lot more to love. There are several pools to lounge by, including an awesome semi-Olympic saltwater pool, a state-of-the-art spa, several lovely restaurants and bars, and a fantastic gym to keep yourself beach-ready. Guest rooms have been recently renovated and are spacious, airy, and pleasant, with large beds, marble bathrooms, and stunning Mediterranean views from the private balconies. Hilton Tel Aviv is one of the most booked luxury gay hotels in Tel Aviv.

Dan Tel Aviv is one of the city’s most famous luxury hotels and a city institution. It benefits from a gorgeous location overlooking the Mediteranean Sea, a few steps from the beach. Many of the rooms have been recently renovated with sleek, modern design, while others have a more classic (and in some cases, dated) feel – we recommend the New Executive Rooms with sea views. Dining is excellent across the board, with the breakfast buffet being one of the best in town. Facilities include an indoor pool, an outdoor saltwater pool, and a good gym. The hotel is located about a 20-minute walk from Hilton Beach and the Neve Tzedek gay bars, and 10 minutes from Apollo Club. Hilton Dan Tel Aviv is one of the most booked luxury gay hotels in Tel Aviv.

Featuring gorgeous contemporary design with a homey feel, Herods Tel Aviv is one of the most stylish beachfront hotels in town. Rooms are pleasant and cozy, with soothing pastel color palettes, stunning views, and high-end amenities – look out for Club and Executive rooms, which include free access to the business lounge, fitness suite, and spa. You can enjoy direct beach access from the outdoor saltwater pool area, and gay Hilton beach is just a 10-minute walk away. The hotel restaurant is beautiful and the food is superb, with a top-rate breakfast spread.

Carlton Tel Aviv sits next to Independence Park, facing the sea and a short walk from Hilton gay beach. Rooms feature upscale contemporary decor with a luxe vibe, private balconies, and either city or sea views. The two-bedroom suite with sea views is perfect for a group, and it even comes with free lounge access. There’s a gorgeous rooftop pool, a rooftop jacuzzi, and a state-of-the-art modern spa and health club. Guests can choose between several excellent bars and restaurants, each beautifully designed and serving quality food and drinks.

The gay-friendly Sheraton has a fantastic seaside location right on the promenade, which places it more or less between the gay beach and the gay bars in Neve Tzedek. Every room has a view of the sea, living and working areas, and high-end amenities like an Illy coffee machine and Sheraton signature bed – book one of the balcony rooms to make the most of the view. There’s a basic but well-equipped gym, a large spa offering a wide range of treatments, and an outdoor pool that is open year-round (many Tel Aviv hotel pools close in winter). Several excellent bars and restaurants are available for guests to choose from.

This fantastic boutique hotel is located in a quiet street by the sea, less than a 10-minute walk from Hilton gay beach. It features stunning contemporary design, with sleek monochrome guest rooms and warm, inviting common areas. Every spacious room includes a sleeping and living area, with a TV that can be adjusted to be viewed in either, as well as a Nespresso machine and Dead Sea toiletries. The balcony rooms make for a lovely treat, as do the suites, which also come with a kitchenette. The two-bedroom suites can sleep up to six people and make for an incredibly stylish party pad. Other highlights include the hotel’s beautiful Japanese-inspired spa, exceptional gym, and fantastic Israeli breakfast.

Brown Seaside by Brown Hotels (previously Olympia Hotel – by Zvieli Hotels) is located just by the sea, 8 minutes to Hilton Beach and surrounded by some of the city’s top luxury hotels. It was fully renovated in 2016, so all the interiors feel modern and updated, with a cool minimalist vibe. Rooms come with a city, partial sea, or full sea view – if you can, book the Garden suite, which comes with a large furnished terrace to help you enjoy the Tel Aviv sun. There is an exceptional buffet breakfast filled with delicious treats including fresh breads, fruit, and salads. All Brown Hotels are proudly gay-freindly and Brown Seaside is one of most popular gay-friendly hotels in Tel Aviv.