Ramada Resort Hadera Beach

Sometimes we wonder if we're losing our touch over here at IsraelGuest. Just when we think that we've been keeping proper tabs on all the upcoming hotels in Israel, something new pops up and surprises us. Enter the Ramada Resort Hadera Beach. Due to open in "2016", this hotel will be the crown jewel of the older Sea Village development, and will likely share some of its facilities. Unlike its sister property in Netanya, this high-rise resort property is not all-suite, as it appears to offer a variety of smaller studio rooms (with kitchenettes and tables for one, apparently) along with the usual one and two bedroom suites. But both rooms and suites have large balconies overlooking the "gorgeous lagoon" and free Wifi. The hotel will also feature indoor and outdoor pools, spa, fitness center, a Turkish hammam, and a sailing club. Yes, a sailing club. Notably, the hotel also offers a variety of meeting spaces accommodating up to 800 guests. From a design perspective, the hotel looks remarkably similar to its Netanya counterpart, especially in the lobby. But rooms are decidedly warmer and more beachy, with light wood flooring, beige furnishings, and blue accents. No word yet on when the hotel is due to open, but we're hoping very soon. And we'd also like to see some special introductory rates. After all, it's still a Ramada...