Haifa, IsraelCarmel Center
Dan Carmel Haifa Hotel
Mid-century hilltop landmark
Carmel Center Haifa, Israel
Renovated
2013
Price
$$$
Rated for
Classic Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
Dan HotelsMid-century hilltop landmark
This mid-century summit hotel has hosted foreign delegations and state banquets above Haifa's working harbor since 1963.
What it’s good at
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Louis Promenade sits just down the street, leading toward the terraced Bahá'í Gardens and Carmel Center cafés.
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The rooms
Every room opens onto a private balcony, looking out over the slopes of Mount Carmel or the Mediterranean.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool is ringed by mature pine trees, with loungers set directly into the shallow end.
The spa
Share Spa has three treatment rooms, a dry sauna, and a dedicated relaxation lounge serving daily refreshments.
At the table
Breakfast buffets look out over the gardens and pool, and the bar pours cocktails beside a nautical mural.
How it began
Egyptian President Anwar Sadat stayed here during his historic 1979 visit, joining a long guestbook of visiting heads of state.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.