Sunday, February 26, 2017

Besamim Hotel

It's occurred to us recently just how much IsraelGuest depends on research and discovery. Unlike many similar blogs that benefit from insider tips and loyal readers who drop hints and relevant information, we're a pretty slim team. On the plus side, this means that we have much more opportunity for exciting surprises. Like today's discovery of the Besamim Hotel alongside Nahal Poleg in Netanya. Designed by Ran & Morris, a prominent Israeli interior design firm, the hotel claims to be the first of its kind in Israel. Oy. We've heard that one before. This time, we think the claim is that the hotel is adjacent to a nature reserve and only 200 meters from the sea. Or maybe it's the luxurious suites located in small, two-story structures set amidst gardens and private pools and with striking sea views. We are really digging the designs for the special suites, which are spread across two levels and feature a living room, dining area, veranda, and bedroom on one level with a second bedroom and bath located upstairs. The standard rooms "suites" look nice too, with a small living area just past the bed and leading out to the balcony. Another first? Both types of suites feature special netilat yadayim sinks in the guestroom, ritual sinks for hand-washing. Is this a new trend in hotel design? The latest must-have feature? If so, better let the W know- and quick. They're not going to want to be behind the trends. Renderings show a major emphasis on nature, including rough stone walls in the bathroom, wood shiplap on the exterior, and breezy open air passageways. The three sea-facing swimming pools look pretty nice, too. The only thing we're missing is an opening date. All we've got is: under construction. But that's okay. For the first of its kind in Israel, we can wait.