The Best Budget-Friendly Hotels in Tel Aviv, Israel

Don’t think you’ll be stuck out in the sticks just because you don’t want to fork out for a big-name hotel. Hotel 75, on Allenby Street, couldn’t be closer to the best nightclubs, bars and beaches in town and is also opposite the Nahalat Binyamin Pedestrian Mall. Rooms are colourful and comfortable and have free wifi, air conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Breakfast is served at one of three local cafes, as is typical in Tel Aviv.

Soak up local life at this simple, cosy hotel in the Yemenite Quarter, around half a kilometre (0.3mi) from the city centre. Camel Market is a short walk away and the beach just a 5-minute stroll. Breakfast is not included, but there’s no shortage of fantastic cafes close by. Make sure to spend some serious time on the dreamy rooftop patio, where sun loungers piled high with brightly coloured cushions gaze out over the Tel Aviv skyline.

Fancy the style of a boutique hotel without the final bill? This affordable property is set in a Bauhaus-style building typical of Tel Aviv on Dizengoff Square, a short walk from the beach. Inside, it’s a tasteful riot of colour, with splashes of vivid mustard, lime and yellow, bright artwork and feature walls. Choose a room with a balcony to watch the hustle and bustle below, or plump for the deluxe suite with a kitchenette if you’d like to cut costs further and prepare meals at the hotel.

Sightseers will be spoilt for choice when they stay at this affordable hotel in the Old North neighbourhood. It’s an easy walk to some of the top attractions in Tel Aviv, including Metsitsim Beach, the Old Port and Dizengoff Street. Smart, modern rooms have a mini-fridge, a coffee maker and a safe and face Yarkon Street and have fantastic views of the sea, the port and the beach. Ask for a room on the side facing east if you prefer a quieter option.

Life in Tel Aviv is geared towards the beach, so it’s a good idea to stay as close as you possibly can to the golden sands. This three-star property is steps away from Gordon Beach, so you can cool off in the sea after a day of sticky sightseeing or just watch the waves from the hotel’s sun-soaked terrace. Dizengoff Street, the Yemenite Quarter and Camel Market are also nearby, and breakfast and all-day tea and coffee are included in the price.

If you’re searching for sleek minimalism, look away now. Super-trendy Dave Levinsky is an affordable boutique property inspired by lively Levinsky Market and is designed to stand out. Expect pink walls, patterned wallpaper, a reception desk in an old-school lift, retro furniture and table football. If you want to mingle, head up to the show-stopping roof terrace, which has a Jacuzzi, sun loungers and a bar that hosts regular DJ nights.

No need to head to a gallery to get your art fix in Tel Aviv. This small but perfectly formed boutique property, for adults-only, is dedicated to supporting local artists, with ever-changing work from them all over the hotel. Elsewhere, life revolves around the urban-styled lobby with its high ceilings, co-working spaces and seasonal menu. Rooms are top-notch, too, with Nespresso machines, branded beauty products and stunning city views.

A boutique hotel with Italian flair, this sophisticated retreat is dedicated to la dolce vita. Rooms are simple and elegant, with an espresso machine, pastel-coloured soft furnishings, organic toiletries and a walk-in marble rainforest shower. Downstairs, there’s free bike hire, a spa for massages, a chic brasserie with an outdoor terrace and a peaceful secret garden, where guests can enjoy the daily complimentary happy hour.

History buffs could not be in a better spot than at the Market House on Beit Eshel Street. The hotel, located right next to the Jaffa Clock Tower and flea market, even has its very own archaeological ruins of a Byzantine chapel that can be viewed through the glass floor in the lobby. There are also 44 charming rooms, including some with balconies, free bike rental, a complimentary happy hour and a delicious buffet breakfast.