the hotel
Kibbutz Kalia
Kalia hotel dead sea
Between the desert and the sea, at the lowest point on earth is the Kalia Hotel
Welcome to the north of the Dead Sea. The Kaila Hotel is located in the heart of Kibbutz Kalia, a green island in the middle of the desert. You are invited to come and enjoy rustic hospitality in a magical setting, surrounded by green lawns, with a large swimming pool open virtually year-round, pleasant sunshine even in winter and a huge choice of hiking trails, experiences and attractions, and of course, the Dead Sea, which is just around the corner.
So what are you waiting for, we’re waiting for you at the Kalia Hotel, the Dead Sea, just 25 minutes from Jerusalem.
Swimming pool
Spa Treatments
Tours
Family Rooms
Horse Farm
Mini Market
Rustic Rooms
25 min. from Jerusalem
Our Rooms
At the Kalia Holiday Village, you’ll find 64 rooms, suitable for any type of vacation.
16 double rooms suitable for an active romantic holiday in the heart of the Dead Sea.
40 mini-suites perfect for a fun family holiday (up to 5 guests per mini-suite). 6 apartments suitable for bigger families (up to 7 guests).
The Swimming Pool
Our swimming pool is open throughout most of the year. In the pool area you’ll find plenty of deckchairs and stylish patio umbrellas, as well as a covered toddler pool. Everything you need for a fun, refreshing experience.
* The pool is closed for the winter and will reopen on March 24th 2023
Offers
September Offer
Book a vacation in September and receive a 10% discount
*For stays on Saturday-Thursday
* Valid until 9/21
2nd Night offer
Book a two-night vacation in September, and receive the second night at a 50% discount!
* For stays on Saturday-Thursday
* Valid until 9/21
3rd Night Free
Book a three-night vacation in September, and receive the third night for free!
* For stays on Saturday-Thursday
* Valid until 9/21
Celebrating a special occasion?
Here at Kalia we have everything you need for a perfect event.
Company events, business conferences, management days, and fun days for employees, to bar mitzvahs, weddings, or any other event you want to celebrate in a memorable way.
EXPERIENCE
What are the food options?
Kibbutz Dining Hall
Breakfast is served in the guesthouse dining area. An Israeli breakfast buffet.
On Fridays, dinner is served in the dining area as well. (Kosher).
Mi Casa Restaurant
Dinner is at the Mi Casa Restaurant (menu attached). The restaurant is located around 15 minutes’ drive from the kibbutz. Vouchers are available at a cost of 80NIS per adult and 60NIS per child.
The Lower Bar
The lowest bar in the world, located at the happiest place on Kalia beach, just by the water’s edge, offering a chillout vibe with views. Good music, cooling fans, tasty food and cold beer. Everything you need for the perfect atmosphere at the end of a day.
FAQ
Answers to common questions that can help you.
Check in from 3pm Sun-Fri
Saturday from 6pm
Check out at 11am Sun-Fri
Saturday till 4pm
Yes, you can have a BBQ in the designated area outside the room. You can borrow a BBQ to use in public areas.
Yes, you can bring a dog, but not to the pool area, and upon receiving the room, you sign a form that if there is any damage to the room, you are responsible.
If a baby (age 0-2) is listed in the reservation, then there will be a playpen in the room.
Yes, we have a shaded toddler pool and part of the main pool is also in the shade.
Our swimming pool is seasonal and is open from Passover through to Sukkot. Opening hours change slightly between seasons. Usually they are 10am-6pm.
Yes, we are certified by the rabbinate of the Bik'at HaYarden Regional Council.
Sun-Thu 8-9:30am
Fridays and Saturdays 8-10am
We have various types of massage treatments. You can get more information and book at reception. Treatments are 300NIS for 50 minutes.
No, it’s 7km away, a few minutes’ drive.
No, you need to make your own way.
It’s a bit problematic. You can take a bus towards Jerusalem; the bus stop is on the road and you’ll need to walk to the beach from there. It’s also possible to hitchhike from the entrance of the kibbutz.
A designated beach with sitting areas, parasols / umbrellas, toilets, showers, changing rooms, the Lower Bar for eating and drinking. Opening hours are 8am-6pm daily, 5pm in winter.
We offer 3 types of rooms:
1. Tamar Rooms – a double room for couples only
2. Desert Rose – a family room for up to a couple+3 (a mattress on the floor for the third child, making the room crowded).
3. Yarden Apartment – for couples +up to 4 children
Each room has a small refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee corner with cups and spoons without milk, the Jordan apartments also have an electric stove for cooking (no cooking utensils), each room has forks, knives and plates.
On Fridays there’s a permanent dinner option (meat buffet). The price is 160NIS per adult and 100NIS per child.
During the week, if there is a group, it’s possible to join it.
You can eat at Kalia Beach, open every day from 8am-6pm during the summer and 5pm in winter.
Mi Casa, a restaurant around 12 minutes’ drive from Kalia is open every day from 12-9pm.
The Last Chance at Almog Junction
There are two meat restaurants at Kfar Adumim, Hamaashena and the Canaanite.
Yes, there is a minimarket in the kibbutz. Opening hours are Sun-Thu 7am-3pm, 5pm-7pm, Fri 7am-2pm, 8-9pm
