Israel is a small country on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Albeit small, this place is a fascinating destination to visit. This country has stunning beaches, beautiful snorkeling spots, attractive hiking places, a long and rich history, and an interesting mix of cultures.
Israel is also home to the famous Dead Sea, an unusual natural wonder where you can’t sink no matter how deep it is. Another majestic place to visit is the city of Jerusalem, which carries the weight of Christian history. Moreover, Nazareth is one of the main pilgrimage attractions in the country. Whether planning a month-long trip to explore the Holy Land or only for a few weeks, Israel will hold your heart captive of its history, beauty, and culture. So, read on to find out more about the best short-term rentals in Israel.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Yael Freedom House, Srigim-Li On (from USD 192)
The vacation rental offers a beautiful courtyard with a garden view where guests can stay and relax. The accommodation is also close to famous destinations for hikes and trips. You can avail of a relaxation treatment upon request and for an additional price. Moreover, you can rent a bike to explore the area.
A weekly discount of about 17% is available for guests who book a minimum stay of one week.
Top guest reviews
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we found the house cozy and comfortable with all the amenities we need to cook our own mealswe loved sitting out in the patio and cooking in the spacious kitchenCleanliness:
beautiful area beautiful and clean houseHost:
yael is a wonderful hostfelt like home away from home and yael the host is very generous and helpfulthe host yael is very helpful and super-niceher continuous search for improving the guest experience as a host is impressiveRead more reviewsLocation:
really enjoyed yael’s place a perfect house for a getawaywe had a great time at yael's place
2. Quaint artist's house overlooking the bay, Haifa (from USD 93)
Book a comfortable stay at this home away from home. This quaint vacation rental is an artist’s house that overlooks Haifa Bay.
This vacation rental boasts eco-friendliness across the whole property. There are LED lights, an available bag to deposit materials for recycling, filtered drinking water and discouraging the use of plastic bottles, and other water-efficient facilities. The building is a semi-attached unit and newly renovated. This rental also has a small kitchen with essential ingredients if you need to whip up some meals. Lounging in a common room or the sleeping area would be perfect for a laid-back day. Moreover, there’s a delightful introductory breakfast and other homemade treats during your stay.
Another exciting thing is that guests who book this space for at least one week can avail of about a 10% discount.
Top guest reviews
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the wi-fi worked greatRead more reviewsHost:
but what makes the artist's house so special is janet and amos the hostskind thoughtful and accommodating host great location and viewsvery easy and interesting hosts with whom we had a great contact
3. Homey villa with a private pool, Caesarea
Large families traveling to the Holy Land will love this stunning villa with a private pool at Caesarea. Besides other comforts, this vacation rental offers wellness amenities such as a sauna and a hot tub for relaxation. You can also use the available bikes, workout tools, and tennis equipment to break some sweat.
Shopping centers, coffee shops, sports centers, and supermarkets are only a five-minute walk from the property. Meanwhile, a golf course, a diving spot, restaurants, bars, and museums are a five-minute drive.
If you decide to book this rental for a week, you can avail of weekly discounts offered by the host.
Top guest reviews
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property manager was available and helpful from minute onethe property was amazing and the owner was great
4. Cozy apartment with a panoramic sea view, Ashkelon
This cozy and modern apartment is in a residential area in Ashkelon. The property is also just five minutes away from Dalila Beach. Entertainment places and activity centers such as Ashkelon National Park, cafés, and restaurants are within a 10-minute walk from the property. Plus, guests who book this apartment for one week are eligible for a 6% weekly discount from the host.
Top guest reviews
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and there are lovely sea views from the living room and the front bedroomCleanliness:
the apartment is very nice and cleanHost:
very hospitality and friendly ownerthe apartment owner is very friendly womanthe landlord was very nice responsive and accomodatingthe landlord was very nice responsive and accomodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
there's lots to see in ashkelon and this apartment location is perfectthe apartment is very comfortable fully equipment apartment quiet place only few minuets till the beach
5. Luxurious rental with a 24-hour security, Jerusalem
This beautiful modern apartment is situated right by Ben Yehuda Street. Luxury malls are just a couple of minutes from the property. Local galleries, parks, restaurants, cafés, and cultural and educational centers are also nearby. Additionally, the accommodation is wheelchair-accessible, with a shower chair for anyone who may need it.
You can avail of the weekly 10% discount for booking the apartment.
Top guest reviews
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wifi worked great as wellthe furniture is all high quality and very comfortablethe unit is beautifully decorated with great furnishings and is very comfortable and spaciouseach room has great beds and lots of sunlight and tons of closet spacefurthermore it was very easy to coordinate access to the apartment with the apartment managers doni and vangieCleanliness:
it was clean with plenty of towelsit was very clean and everything we could have possibly needed was therethe apartment was clean and large with access to shops and restaurantseverything was wonderful - from the check-in to the cleanliness of the apartment to the neighborhoodthe building is totally secure quiet and cleanHost:
great owner and manageramazing host and wonderful woman who greeted us1st off the owner mr alan treated us like his own family though out the whole experiencethe property managers are responsive to all your needsthe welcome from the owners as well as the ongoing communications made our stay easy and enjoyableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentgreat location with walking distance to everythingthis is a magnificent apartment in a fabulous locationit is a beautiful apartment in a great locationwe were very happy with the apartment and the location
6. Fully equipped apartment with sea views, Tel Aviv
This sea-view apartment vacation rental has several services, facilities, and amenities within your reach. Outdoor and indoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a gym are at your disposal. Moreover, restaurants, a grocery store, and a laundry area are accessible for convenience.
Tzuk Beach is only 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the property, while local bars and cafés at Herzliya Marina are only 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away if you want a day out. Guests staying for a week or more at this apartment can also avail of a 10% discount from the host.
Top guest reviews
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the swimming pool was great too not too busy(apart from saturdays)even better than the photos fantastic location and facilitieswe had a great holiday in this apartmentCleanliness:
modern clean and functional apartmentapartment was super cleanwe arrived to find the property clean and stocked with a gift basketclean close and lots of restaurants and playgrounds for the kids to playthe apartment is spacious modern and clean and as we were 2 families sharing that was importantHost:
the owner was very interested in us having a good experiencehe responded promptly prior to our arrival very helpful and a perfect hostlionel incredibly user friendly and responsivethe owner great hostes allways taking care of our need clean spacious i recomend a lot for familieslionel was extremely accommodating and helpful from the moment we booked months backRead more reviewsLocation:
great apartment the pool the walking distance to the beach the gym the restaurants all in the buildingperfect place for a family with an access to the beach
7. ZOLO House, Haifa
If you’re into historic stone houses, ZOLO House is the perfect vacation rental for you and your loved ones. This accommodation is at the heart of one of Israel’s most popular tourist areas. Beaches, restaurants, cafés, parks, museums, and Bahá'í Gardens are within walking distance.
Access to the cable car that climbs to Stella Maris monastery is also close to the property. Other transportation is within the area, such as Haifa Bat Galim train station. Additionally, bus centers and tramcar lines are all over Haifa.
If you avail of this apartment for one week, you can avail of a weekly discount from the host.
Top guest reviews
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we entertained friends on the beautiful patio with a large round table and private gardenthe bed is very comfortable and many thoughtful touches made our stay so greatCleanliness:
so special so cleanRead more reviewsHost:
the hosts were very kind and supplied for us everything we neededavi and hadas the owners are very friendly and really make an effort to make your stay pleasanthadas was prompt and friendly
8. Luxurious and modern villa by the beach, Caesarea (from USD 675)
This luxurious modern villa in Caesarea is just a minute and a half walk from the beach. The place is perfect for families who seek peace and relaxation during their getaway. If you want to explore, Caesarea is a town by the sea with great spots such as local art galleries, historical landmarks, fish restaurants, coffee bars, diving centers, and many more.
The host also offers a weekly discount of about 10% for bookings of at least seven days.
Top guest reviews
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the interior is also quite comfortable and bright with individual air conditioning units in each roomthe third floor viewing deck was gorgeous and those couches very comfortableas a family of 5 we enjoy staying in beautiful houses or apartments when we travelHost:
liat was a wonderful host and met us at the property when we arrivedRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect location for our familythe newly-constructed neighborhood of nearly-identical houses is is walkable and seems safe all times of daylovely little house as close to the beach as you can possibly geta very short walk up the road to the sea with a nice public beach
9. Cozy and laid-back home near the airport, Hadid (from USD 96)
This rental is a cozy and laid-back home located half an hour from Jerusalem and 20 minutes from Tel Aviv. The accommodation is also close to the airport, a few restaurants, and some grocery stores. Plus, you can go and explore hiking trails near the area. Aside from the essentials available for a relaxing stay, guests can get a generous weekly discount of about 5% from the host if they book for at least seven days.
Top guest reviews
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the apartment itself has been recently decorated and have a fresh and new look to itCleanliness:
the unit was clean and as advertisedaccurately described clean and tidy quiet an peacefulvery nice clean and well organized spotthe apartment is large clean and well furnishedRead more reviewsLocation:
very nice quiet and friendly neighborhood
10. Boutique villa in the mountains, Be'er Sheva (from USD 214)
Nestled in the highlands of the Negev mountains is this boutique villa that features a modern and natural design. The villa also offers spacious accommodation with luxurious bedrooms. Additionally, it has a private heated pool, hot tub, and game room. It has easy access to the highway, a supermarket, and local shops close to the property.
Weekly discounts of about 25% await if you book for at least seven days.
Top guest reviews
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many extra facilities like: pool jacuzzi extra tables/chairs bbq - all you need in one housethe pool and the hot-tub/jacuzzi are definitely highlightscontaines 3 bedrooms a very spacious living room and kitchen a game-room and a nice poolCleanliness:
the decoration is really nice it was extremely clean and had everything neededproperty felt clean safe and securethe house was clean and the pool was perfect for the kids to have a blastwe had a wonderful time the house was very clean and the hosts were extremely attentive and responsiveHost:
the hosts where nice and welcominghosts are friendly and easy to reach when needed even at late hourswe had an amazing time our hosts were extremely helpful and friendgreat villa to stay in facilities are topnotch the owners are generous and flexible nothing was missingRead more reviewsLocation:
great house and location
Discover Israel and have a memorable getaway
Israel is a beautiful country packed with history and culture. Plan your next trip to the Holy Land and enjoy a comfortable stay at one of the short-term rentals mentioned above.
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