Some of the finest, most pampering spas in Israel are in Tel Aviv and Jaffa - places that know precisely how to lower your heart rate and lift your mood. Some are luxurious and meticulously designed, others are intimate and boutique. It’s never a cheap indulgence, but it’s always a priceless one. Sharon Ben-David nobly sacrificed herself to try the very best for you
In the nonstop madness surrounding us 24/7, sometimes all you need is a moment to yourself. Preferably a few hours – complete quiet, a massage that calms mind and muscles, healing aromas and herbal tea. Tel Aviv is home to some of the country’s best, most pampering spas – places that know exactly how to slow your pulse and elevate your spirits. Some are luxurious and carefully designed, others intimate and boutique, but all share one aim: to awaken and renew your energy, grant a break from routine, and lift from body and soul the load, the pain, and what no longer serves you. Between traditional hammam rituals and essential oil massages, relaxation rooms and a rooftop facing the sea – we found the spots that make you feel like you slipped away for a day abroad, without leaving the city.
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1. OKOA Spa, The David Kempinski Tel Aviv
The Kempinski is known as one of Israel’s most luxurious hotels, and its spa follows suit – considered one of the best and most in-demand in the country. The moment you set foot here, you’ll understand why. It’s a magical bubble of quiet and serenity – so rare to find in a city, anywhere – offering a holistic, sense-drenching treat. Emphasis on “sense-drenching,” because when you leave your treatment you’ll feel like you’re floating on a cloud. The space is planned and designed meticulously; the vibe is pleasant, intimate, and quietly upscale – the kind reserved for high-end resorts abroad.
After stowing your belongings in a locker and slipping into an especially soft robe, you can settle into the hidden, serene waiting area, sip a glass of wine, and surrender to the pre-massage chill. Treatments aren’t standard length here – the minimum is 70 minutes, from a wholehearted belief that to truly unwind and downshift, you need time. Massages are delivered unhurriedly and at the highest level (therapists are handpicked), with full attention to the guest and her bodily woes. When you’re done, you’ll be guided to another tucked-away rest nook (there’s a pre-treatment rest area and a post-treatment one), where you can curl up solo on a comfy leather lounger, drink unlimited mineral water/soda, and nibble on pineapple, mango, or vanilla mochi to restore your energy. To round things out, there’s a dry sauna and a steam room on site, plus indulgent facials and even fresh cuts at the in-house salon. One way or another, you’ll leave here feeling brand new.
The little details index:Just before your massage you’ll choose one of four luxe Molton Brown scents – the British fragrance brand beloved by the Royal Family (think Lily & Ginger or Orange & Bergamot) – also starring in the spa’s amenities. Pro tip: pair with a lavish breakfast at the hotel restaurant and a dip in the insanely photogenic pool overlooking the sea.
Price:from 735 NIS. Breakfast add-on 230 NIS per person, subject to availability. Pool access add-on 200 NIS for the day. All by advance booking only (subject to a spa treatment).
51 HaYarkon St, Tel Aviv
2. Beauty Spa, THE JAFFA
The Jaffa’s spa, part of the Fattal Limited Edition luxury collection, sits inside one of the most beautiful properties in Israel – an impressive 19th-century hotel in a rare Neo-Renaissance building in the heart of Jaffa, a short walk from the port and the Flea Market. Even before your treatment, the spacious entrance and soaring lobby ceiling create the feeling you’ve entered a different realm – of quiet, style, and luxury. Inside you’ll find six roomy treatment rooms with precise design and soft lighting. The spa belongs to the prestigious international L.RAPHAEL GENEVE brand and also offers dry and wet saunas, large showers, and pampering skincare products. In the lounge you’ll slip into a plush robe and enjoy chilled champagne and dried fruit.
On the menu: advanced facial treatments combining technology and ingredients like diamond powder, alongside more classic massages. I chose a dynamic, combined Swedish massage, and therapist Yulia didn’t miss a single muscle – kneaded, pressed, lifted, released. Accurate, professional, and soothing.
The little details index:To slip in and out of a spa like this, with a gorgeous hotel around you that looks plucked from a period film – nothing short of a dream. If you’ve got a special occasion, or you simply want to indulge without apologizing – this is the place to do it right.
Price:620 NIS for a 50-minute combined treatment, including two hours at the prettiest pool in town.
2 Louis Pasteur St, Jaffa
3. THE SPA, InterContinental David
A stone’s throw from Neve Tzedek, with Old Jaffa’s shoreline visible from the pool terrace, the InterContinental David’s spa manages to create a total sense of disconnect from the city outside. Soft light, pleasant music, and an atmosphere that invites you to close your eyes and breathe deep greet you at the entrance. The design is elegant and warm, with plenty of wood, stone, and dim lighting that erases Tel Aviv’s midday glare.
The treatment room is spacious, the bed extra large and comfortable, and there’s also a steam room and a relaxation lounge where you can sit with herbal tea, good coffee, and light nibbles before or after. Every massage booking includes access to the hotel pool – exactly what you need to extend that off-the-grid feeling. I had a 70-minute combined massage from a therapist who clearly knew her craft. Precise touch – soft and gentle when needed, deep and decisive when it was called for. She kneaded, stroked, added hot stones in just the right doses – and found a perfect balance between calm and deep release of tension.
The little details index:On weekends the hotel offers guests wine tastings, poolside yoga, a Neve Tzedek tour, and more activities.
Price:720 NIS for 70 minutes.
12 Kaufmann St, Tel Aviv
4. Spa by CLARINS, Elkonin Hotel
At the end of Lilienblum Street, where Neve Tzedek brushes up against Paris, sits the Elkonin – an elegant urban jewel linking Tel Aviv’s history with the caress of French cosmetics at their best. Part of Accor’s MGallery collection, the Elkonin is a contemporary reincarnation of Tel Aviv’s first hotel, and like a romantic nod to the past, it preserves antique murals alongside fresh, soft, refined design. Expect quietly elegant rooms, a breathtaking rooftop with an infinity pool that spills into an urban skyline, and the cherry on top – the first Clarins Spa in Israel. A generous space in Nordic-Japanese style with warm wood tones, five intimate treatment rooms (including one for couples), adjustable beds, and lighting tuned to the treatment – all creating a shrine to calm and aesthetics in the heart of the bustling city.
Every treatment begins with a Sensorial Awakening ritual that slows time and gently lands you in moments of pure quiet. The menu reads like a treasure chest: deep body massages or gentle, enveloping ones; an essential-oils scrub with salt and sugar crystals to lift life’s traces from the skin; facials that light you from the inside out – and more – tailored also for pregnant women and men. True to the name, Clarins’ excellent products cocoon body and soul in soothing scents that linger on the skin like a sweet souvenir from a dream vacation.
The little details index:On the ground floor, the hotel café serves cakes, handmade sweets, and wonderful pastries. For evening plans, book a table at Quarter A – the kosher chef restaurant off the lobby with terrific fish dishes, good cocktails, and a sexy vibe.
Price:from 490 NIS.
9 Lilienblum St, Tel Aviv
5. The George Wellness Spa
Since opening, The George has been one of Tel Aviv’s places to see and be seen. Business people, familiar faces, and clued-in young folks who get the concept come for a morning and leave at night, because everything you want and need sits under one roof and is included – performance hall, restaurant, stylish workspaces, and more. The wellness floor concentrates most of the fun: a cooling pool encircled by a green terrace, pool bar, a Pilates studio and Boost-branded gym by Roni Duani, sauna, and three treatment rooms – part of nurturing a healthy lifestyle and strengthening the body-mind link. The three treatment rooms are maximally tailored – you can choose the oil type, the bed’s heat level, and the body areas needing attention.
The menu offers classic Swedish and aromatherapy Swedish, deep tissue, body peeling combined with aromatherapy massage, and a pampering hot stone treatment. If you have the time, combine your treatment with a full spa day – jacuzzi, wet and dry saunas, gym, and of course the pool – because this level of indulgence doesn’t happen every day (unless you’re a member). From experience, lounging in a cabana with a frozen margarita in hand is equivalent to therapy – or at least a solid meditation.
The little details index:All August long, the Loft restaurant runs a Vietnamese menu with light, summery dishes by chef Nitzan Raz and great cocktails. Open to outside guests with advance coordination.
Price:from 440 NIS per treatment; Day pass (spa treatment plus access and use of facilities, subject to availability and advance booking) 620 NIS.
5 Tal Israel St, Tel Aviv
6. The Spa at the Poli House Hotel
Before we get to the main event, a word about the location – Poli House sits at Allenby and Nahalat Binyamin, above the pedestrian mall and an elevator ride from the beach, Carmel Market, and a newly resurgent, fashionable Sheinkin. The building itself deserves a mention – the historic “Polishuk House,” built in the 1930s, a prime example of the International Style in the White City. You can already sense the hotel’s great starting point – designed by superstar Karim Rashid in a youthful, colorful style that riffs on the street’s bustle.
To reach the crown jewel, ride the elevator to the roof and discover a beautiful rounded terrace with an urban view – and at its center a crystal-clear infinity pool surrounded by deck and loungers. The atmosphere is young and lively – cocktails flowing from the bar toward the pool, upbeat music in the background. The spa, just steps away, is the total opposite – a bubble of serenity and surrender for body and soul offering a variety of solo and couple’s treatments. Swedish, deep tissue, hot stones, and more are delivered in spacious, pleasant rooms by professional, experienced therapists. New spa packages include a treatment plus free access to the facilities – heated pool, relaxing jet tub, dry sauna, and relaxation corners – for a particularly delightful pamper day in the big city.
The little details index:Give yourself a bit of time to explore the hotel—every corner looks straight out of a design magazine and sparks at-home inspiration.
Price:from 395 NIS for a 45-minute massage and day package.
1 Nahalat Binyamin St, Tel Aviv
7. Calma Spa, Poli Urban Hotel
Friday noon, Tel Aviv is melting into itself. Even descending to minus-two – i.e., a shelter level (in both senses) – you can feel the shift. Time slows, heat dissolves, pressure makes way for full, deep breaths. Welcome to Calma Spa, a new pocket of quiet in the heart of the city. The spa is in the boutique Poli Urban Hotel, two minutes’ walk from the sea yet cocooned like a small bubble detached from the bustle. At entry we got a locker chip, slipped into white robes, and switched to disposable slides. Already in the soft relaxation room—with infusions, dates, nuts, and a pampering vibe – it was clear they’d thought through the little things. Yes, that includes a selfie mirror with a hashtag caption.
The design is minimalist, warm, unpretentious. Between a dryish sauna and a steam-wrapped Turkish hammam, it’s clear this place is not only about pampering, but also about healing. The massage was very professional, though it required open communication. Personally, I have an ongoing crush on therapists who aren’t afraid to press – who go deep, without cutesy strokes and unnecessary fluff. It’s still my life’s mission: to find the therapist who can get to the root of my neck that’s been locked since October 7. I haven’t found her yet, but I did find a spa I’ll be glad to return to. Before or after, you can hang in the generous chilling area, sip tea, listen to elevator music, and forget a bit about all the stuff outside.
The little details index:Calma is a small island of serenity in a stormy city – a place designed with love that invites us back to our own center.
Price:Single massage 420 NIS; couple’s 800 NIS (right now enjoy a 10% soft-opening discount).
7 Nes Tziona St, Tel Aviv
8. Via LOMAH Spa, Dan Tel Aviv
As a chain synonymous with a long tradition of hospitality, nothing short of excellent crosses the threshold at Dan Hotels. Via LOMAH Spa lives up to that with meticulous care for every detail – from welcome to the post-treatment herbal tea and little bowl of nuts. On arrival I was asked to complete a health form that also drills into the details – areas needing focus, the bed’s heat level, and oil choices by personal taste – base oil (jojoba, coconut, sesame, or black cumin) and aromatherapy blends to enhance effectiveness. After conferring with the receptionist and choosing oils, I met Michael, my therapist, who led me to one of four treatment rooms (three for couples to dial up romance, one for solo).
A short alignment chat, stretch out on the bed, and the bliss began exactly as requested – medium intensity, focusing on shoulder blades and shoulders. Michael kneaded each muscle at length, opened knots and blockages, and did everything with sensitivity and professionalism. A warm towel on the face with eucalyptus oil to ease breathing proved that same attentiveness, and with a freed-up back I set out to conquer Tel Aviv. I also promised myself to come back for a full day – the hotel facilities are included, and a cool dip in the sea-facing pool plus a pampering meal sounds like just the ticket. In times this tough, every means to breathe and let go is fair game.
The little details index:Before you go, peek at the display case and pick up an essential oil or cosmetic to extend the vibe at home. House-brand base oils and excellent Schloss essential oils will help keep your center centered and prolong that body-mind calm.
Price:from 440 NIS for 60 minutes. Day package including a 60-minute massage and access to the pool complex 570 NIS.
99 HaYarkon St, Tel Aviv
9. Spa by L’Occitane
Before we get into the treatment, a confession – I’m a die-hard L’Occitane fan. Shea butter and almond oil are permanent residents on my shelf, and I always keep up with new launches from the Provençal brand. L’Occitane Spa harnesses all that goodness into treatments and massages that earned it the WORLD’S BEST SPA BRAND for the second year running – a magical journey that caresses all the senses and cleanly cuts you off from everything outside. The calm, serene vibe hits right at the entrance – with bright, clean design that somehow silences the midday bustle of Sarona. I had just enough time to scan the products and flag a few future birthday gifts when it was time to begin. As with all body and facial treatments here, the protocol is built on four holistic well-being pillars: beauty, renewal, balance, and detox. For maximum tailoring, you compose your experience with a main treatment and an add-on – like an à la carte bistro menu.
Body treatments aim to relax (Relaxing), boost vitality via deep-tissue massage, or release tension using hot basalt stones. For the 15-minute add-on portion, you can choose Gua Sha for smoothing fine lines and refreshing the eye area; a hands-and-feet massage to release pressure points; or a scalp, neck, and décolleté massage for areas typically exposed to the elements. In facials, the therapist matches products and techniques to your skin type and state for the best result. In the coming days, the spa is launching a new Mind & Scalp treatment I’ve got my eye on – an upper-body massage focused on neck, chest, and scalp, meant to reconnect body and mind. Insiders say it releases built-up stress and leads to a kind of meditative experience, significantly improving physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Exactly what the summer of 2025 – and beyond – calls for, at a far lower price than a flight to Paris.
The little details index:Members of “The Journey to Provence” club get 10% off all treatments year-round and 20% off during their birthday month.
Price:from 360 NIS.
121 Menachem Begin Rd (Azrieli Sarona Tower), Tel Aviv
10. The Setai Tel Aviv Spa
The Setai Tel Aviv is a gorgeous Jaffa gem rooted deep in Israel’s history. The stunning building – once a pre-state police station and detention center – underwent a meticulous restoration preserving original architectural elements like ancient stone walls, stylized windows, and arches. Thanks to the blend of historic architecture and world-class hospitality standards, the elegant hotel was chosen by Forbes as one of Israel’s three most recommended hotels and is part of The Leading Hotels of the World. The Setai Tel Aviv Spa continues the luxe theme with a complex devoted to a holistic experience of calm, care, and wellness.
The treatment menu takes you on a global journey across countries and techniques from East to West: classic Swedish, deep tissue, anti-stress, Ayurvedic Abhyanga (a nourishing Indian massage that calms the nervous system), and Thai massage. Facials using products from Spanish brand Casmara restore glow and focus on hydration, anti-aging, brightening pigmentation, and firming. For maximum pampering, choose “The Magic of Jaffa” – a signature treatment with a scrub blended with argan oil and a gold mask, lifting traces of time and worry lines. Dry sauna, Turkish hammam, pressure shower, a lounge with light refreshments, and a pro gym are all within reach – and a dip in the picture-perfect infinity pool is included.
The little details index:Time your treatment to end before sunset, then book a table at the hotel’s Japon restaurant. The view over Tel Aviv’s coastline from the terrace will take your breath away – ideal for a romantic date or a pause from reality over wine and a sushi roll.
Price:from 260 NIS; add 100 NIS for a couple’s treatment room; surcharges apply for outside guests.
22 David Raziel St, Jaffa
11. Kedem Spa House
In the heart of Old Jaffa’s alleys, in a magnificent historic building overlooking the sea, sits Kedem Spa House – where history, luxury, and serenity meet. The elegant wellness complex features a Moroccan hammam built from natural marble; four treatment rooms in beautiful, arched spaces; indulgent relaxation areas; and a rooftop with horizon-to-horizon sea views. This exclusive spa experience – designed to wrap body and soul in total tranquility – focuses on deep treatments and pampering hosting packages. For example, the Regenerate Body Retreat package includes a massage of your choice, use of the spa facilities, free-flow cava and healthy nibbles, and downtime in one of the relaxation rooms facing the sea.
Packages that include a hammam treatment – solo or for two – are a sensory journey where hot and cold, coarse scrub and gentle foam, leave body and soul floating. And when you sink into a chair facing 50 shades of blue, wrapped in oil scents and timeless quiet, you’ll remember that true healing begins within.
The little details index:You can add a meal at Kalamata—the hotel’s Greek restaurant with a stunning sea view—to any package: mezze, a salad of choice, two mains, dessert, and hot and cold drinks. Price: 300 NIS per couple.
Price:from 495 NIS; add 40 NIS per person on Fridays.
5 Kikar Kedumim, Jaffa
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