A hotel in Bat Yam with a sunset view over the sea: first line, northern promenade
Some moments are worth lingering over, and the stretch between the end of the afternoon and the start of the evening beside the sea is one of them. Anyone looking for a hotel in Bat Yam with a sunset view over the sea will find that Almera Hotel Bat Yam begins with its address: it stands on the northern Bat Yam promenade, on the first line to the sea, less than 100 metres from the beach.
First line means the sea is not a distant view but a neighbour. You can walk down to the water’s edge with a coffee in hand and be back without having planned an outing. When the late light softens and changes colour, that short distance is the difference between watching the sunset and just hearing about it.
The Mediterranean lies to the west, where the sun goes down, and several of the hotel’s rooms open onto it with a balcony. This piece follows the same order a guest would: first what is outside the door, then the rooms that look out to sea, and finally the table that waits in the morning.
What surrounds it: the promenade, restaurants and bars
The promenade is the town’s living room. In the evening it fills with slow walkers, runners, couples lingering on benches and families looking for somewhere to sit. Almera’s advantage is simple: all of it begins one step from the entrance.
The streets close to the hotel have a range of recommended restaurants and bars, so an evening here does not require a drive. Walk to the water for the sunset, continue a few minutes to a table, and stroll back to your room without hunting for parking or checking the clock.
The Sunset Suite: 41 sqm and a balcony facing the sea
The name says it, and the details back it up. The Sunset Suite covers 41 square metres, with a balcony facing the sea and an additional room for hosting. It sleeps up to 4 adults, with a 200/200 king bed and two twin beds, which suits a family, two couples travelling together, or a pair who like plenty of space.
Choosing this suite is really choosing one hour of the day: the one when you sit out on the balcony, conversation slows, and the sea brightens and darkens all at once. The extra room gives everyone a corner of their own, so the calm does not come at the cost of comfort.
Deluxe and Junior Suite: a sea-facing balcony in two sizes
For a couple who want the sea without a full suite, the Deluxe Room is the answer: 20 sqm, a 180/200 king bed and a balcony facing the sea. It hosts up to 2 adults, and the balcony makes it feel wider than the number suggests.
When a third guest joins, the Junior Suite takes over: 34 sqm, a 200/200 king bed plus a sofa bed, and a balcony facing the sea. It hosts up to 3 guests, a good fit for parents with a child or three friends who want to settle in together facing the water.
When the view is urban: Classic and Exclusive
To be plain about it: not every room has a balcony. The Classic Room and the Exclusive Suite do not include one, and both face the city view. If a balcony over the sea matters to you, choose one of the three types above.
They still have a clear place. The Classic Room, 20 sqm with a 180/200 king bed for up to 2 adults, is a quiet choice for a couple who spend most of the day out. The Exclusive Suite, 35.5 sqm, has two bedrooms, a 180/200 king bed and two twin beds, and takes up to 2+2 guests. A connecting door to the neighbouring room is available as an option when a larger family wants to stay together. And the sunset? It is less than 100 metres away.
What every room shares: a king-size bed, air conditioning and a modern, carefully finished design that is easy on the eye.
The morning after: the Gallery floor, with the sea in the window
After the sunset comes the morning, and it begins on the Gallery floor (G). The dining room there is intimate and designed, and it looks out to the sea, so even a simple breakfast comes with a horizon. On the walls hang paintings by Nahum Gutman alongside Israeli art, so there is something to look at between sips 🙂
The meal is a carefully made continental breakfast served as a full buffet: fresh bread, fine cheeses, salted fish, fresh salads, pastries, cakes, homemade jams and natural juices, and of course coffee. The smell of bread and coffee is part of the reason to get up early.
Building an evening around the sunset
Check-in starts at 15:00 on the day of arrival, and check-out is until 11:00 on the day of departure. A guest arriving in the afternoon has time to unpack, freshen up and head to the shore at the hour when the light is kindest. Parking is underground at an additional 70 NIS per night, with the entrance at 2 Sokolov Street, Bat Yam.
That is all a light, close-to-home holiday needs: an address on the first line, a room with a balcony to the sea or a quiet room with a city view, and a sunset a short walk away. We look forward to hosting you.
Frequently asked questions
Which rooms at Almera Hotel Bat Yam have a balcony facing the sea?
The Deluxe Room, the Junior Suite and the Sunset Suite all have a balcony facing the sea. The Classic Room and the Exclusive Suite have no balcony and face the city view.
How far is Almera Hotel from the beach in Bat Yam?
The hotel stands on the northern Bat Yam promenade, on the first line to the sea. It is less than 100 metres from the beach, so you can walk down for the sunset.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Almera Hotel?
Check-in at Almera Hotel Bat Yam starts at 15:00 on the day of arrival. Check-out is until 11:00 on the day of departure.
Is there parking at Almera Hotel in Bat Yam, and what does it cost?
There is underground parking at an additional 70 NIS per night, entered from 2 Sokolov Street, Bat Yam. Parking is free with the Friday half-board deal.
What does the Friday deal at Almera include, and how much is it?
It includes a night’s stay, breakfast, a Mediterranean-style dinner, free parking and a late Saturday check-out at 20:30. Prices start at 1,400 NIS per couple. Dinner is a buffet of rotating fish dishes, hot sides, vegetables, fresh salads and desserts, with no meat.
Does Almera Hotel Bat Yam have a pool or a gym?
No. Almera has neither a pool nor a gym. The beach and the promenade are less than 100 metres from the entrance.
Can I bring a dog to Almera Hotel?
The hotel does not allow pets. Licensed service dogs may stay in accordance with the law.
Does Almera Hotel have a treatment room?
Yes. The hotel has a treatment room offering massages and massage treatments.
Is the reception open around the clock, and is there laundry service?
Reception services run around the clock. The hotel also offers professional laundry and ironing services, handy on a longer stay.
Does Almera Hotel Bat Yam host groom’s Shabbat weekends?
Yes, the hotel hosts groom’s Shabbat weekends. Shabbat meals and festivities are not provided by the hotel itself.