Good News for Eilat Hotels: Lower Costs, Better Hours

Great news for travelers planning a trip to Eilat! The Israeli government just approved significant changes that will benefit the city’s hotel industry – and ultimately, visitors like you.

After sustained efforts by the Hotel Association and Ministry of Tourism, two major improvements are coming to Eilat’s hospitality sector: extended operating hours at the Rabin Border Crossing with Jordan, and dramatically reduced fees for employing Jordanian workers in local hotels.

These changes are expected to save Eilat’s hotel industry millions of shekels annually, which should translate to better services and potentially more competitive rates for international visitors. The extended border hours will also make it easier if you’re planning to combine your Israel trip with a visit to Jordan – perhaps to see Petra or Wadi Rum.

Eilat remains one of Israel’s top beach destinations, offering year-round sunshine, world-class diving in the Red Sea, and easy access to desert adventures. With these new improvements to the local tourism infrastructure, it’s an even better time to plan your Red Sea getaway.