HI – Arad Youth Hostel

Dead Sea


Just five minutes' walk from Arad's bus station, this low-rise hostel has helpful staff and 53 clean and comfortable rooms surrounded by grass and attractive gardens. All have fridge, kettle and cable TV. The delicious buffet breakfast is a typically Israeli combination of vegetables, olives and cheeses. Makes a good base for travel to Masada's western (Roman siege ramp) entrance.


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