The Best Holiday Rentals to Book in Herzliya

With five bedrooms, this is a dream pad for a group of mates holidaying together. A plunge pool sinks into a spacious wraparound terrace, punctuated with plenty of comfortable seating and lush palms. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows let the Israeli sun pour in, whilst a lounge chandelier adds a dash of glamour. You’re just a few minutes walk from the beach, so days can be spent working on your tan or splashing in the surf.

If you’re after a holiday apartment on prime real estate, this is it. Snuggled by the marina on one side and the beach on the other, the views are of course a major selling point – especially given you’ll be enjoying them through multiple floor-to-ceiling windows, almost 180-degree in effect. If that’s not enough to convince you to book, then the on-site pool, free parking and family friendliness (it sleeps four) should be.

If you’ve come to Herzliya to take in the sand and sea, then this coastal apartment lets you make the most of it. Sleeping three, it’s ideal for a small family, who will appreciate mornings and evenings relaxing in the contemporary stylings and enjoy the Mediterranean views. Using the kitchenette, whip up a breakfast full of sunshine flavours – OJ, toast, eggs, whatever you fancy – and down it on the furnished balcony, warm rays tanning your skin.

The shimmering pool is one of the highlights of this five-bedroom apartment – shaded with palms, and fringed with comfy seating, it’s the kind of place where you could while away an entire afternoon. Lined with windows, an open-plan dining room and slick modern kitchen overlooks it – perfect for group socialising, as well as for the indoor-outdoor lifestyle that suits the Mediterranean. Meanwhile, the minimalist pastel-hued décor feels upmarket and soothing, with this place suitable for sets of friends and families.

This villa, within easy striking distance of the main road south to Tel Aviv, works well for a set of explorers keen to get out and about. But while you’re still within its walls, relaxing with 17 of your closest friends, there’s plenty to entice. Take the sparkling blue pool, lined with knobbly palms and featuring a barbecue grill for alfresco feasts. If you’re visiting as a family, there’s even a dedicated children’s pool.

Steps from the white-sand beach and the hiking-friendly Israel National Trail, this is a great little apartment for a couple. A full kitchen lets you whip up all kinds of delights – late breakfasts for lazy mornings, or evening canapes enjoyed as the sun sinks below the sea horizon beyond. Besides creamy-hued classic bedrooms, there are workspaces on hand if you are turning your Herzliya break into a working holiday, as well as an outdoor pool for those real relaxing moments.

This three-bedroom (and three-bathroom) pad combines the best of self-catering living with the amenities of a hotel. A 24-hour front desk, extensive fitness centre and laundry service along with free parking, a kitchen and a furnished terrace where you can enjoy meals overlooking the curve of Herzliya beach. An airy, spacious vibe pervades, so even on a cloudy day, this place feels bright, airy and welcoming. It’s ideal for families with little ones; free cots are available on request.

Ringed by the bobbing boats of Herzliya marina, this full-serviced apartment sleeps up to six people and specialises in classy seaside vibes. Busy types will enjoy the roster of amenities: frothy Jacuzzi, fully equipped gym, saunas, indoor pool and bike rentals are on tap so you can fill your days with activities other than hanging on the beach. The on-trend décor is another highlight – think mid-century-modern-style furniture, copper pendant lights and navy and white walls.

A clutch of five apartment suites – all centred around a tranquil pool with lush greenery, comfortable loungers and tables for sipping warm evening cocktails – Alma Suites is a chilled-out spot for holidaymakers in Herzliya who want to hide away from the city bustle. Neutral décor is jazzed up with occasional bold splashes of colour. While the units are normally hired separately, you can rent all six in one go if you’re travelling with mates.