Travelers find peaceful relaxation at this historical district retreat, where poolside dining, massage services, and cultural exploration await just steps away
Located in the historical district, Arbel Guest House Shavit Family offers a peaceful getaway. Enjoy regional cuisine at The Shavit Restaurant overlooking the pool, book a massage, or visit the on-site library and coffee shop. Guests love the tranquil atmosphere.
Located in Galil Tachton, Arbel Guest House Shavit Family is in the historical district and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Arbel and Switzerland Forest, while Dona Gracia Museum and History and Amdur Fine Gallery are cultural highlights. Visit our Arbel travel guide
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Arbel Guest House Shavit Family. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, The Shavit Restaurant, features pool views and breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and tour/ticket information
Coffee/tea in reception, barbecues and a gift shop
Room features
All guest rooms at Arbel Guest House Shavit Family include perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
Kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves
32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
Private gardens, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping
Full breakfast available for a fee: ILS 60 for adults and ILS 40 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
The Shavit Restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Library
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Terrace
Spa
Massage
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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1 building
2 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchenette
Limited room service
Microwave
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Air conditioning
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (9:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ILS 80.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Israel value-added tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Israel.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ILS 60 for adults and from ILS 40 for children
Rollaway bed fee: ILS 80.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Arbel Guest House
Arbel Guest House Shavit Family
Arbel Guest House Shavit Family Tiberias
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Frequently asked questions
Does Arbel Guest House Shavit Family have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Arbel Guest House Shavit Family pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Arbel Guest House Shavit Family?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Arbel Guest House Shavit Family?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Arbel Guest House Shavit Family?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Arbel Guest House Shavit Family located?
Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Mount Arbel and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Switzerland Forest. Tomb of Maimonides and St. Andrew’s Church of Scotland, Tiberias are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Arbel Guest House Shavit Family Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 87 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 87 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 87 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 87 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 87 reviews
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Reviews
4/10 Poor
Olivia
27 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Was beautiful except you can only enter the “dining area” at certain times, and there is limited ways to get to properly. Also, I left sentimental earrings there and the owner’s son said he sent them, and didn ’t (despite offering him $$). :(
The guest house is just a few minutes from the Arbel, which was our destination. It is charming, low-key, clean, and -as promised-the breakfast was wonderful. One of us asked for orange juice; they went out and picked the fruit from their ample trees, and brought us a pitcher of the most delicious fresh-squeezed orange juice. They aim to please. The accomodations are comfortable but not fancy. We liked it and would come back.
Marshall
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
6/10 Okay
Solene
25 Nov 2019
Rustique
Accueil moyen. Pas possible de dîner sur place sans prévenir avant 17h00 même si nous ne le savions pas. Emplacement au milieu de nulle part. Assez rustique.
I had a private room which was very spacious and cozy! It was a great location if you are interested in climbing the cliffs. The food was delicious and filling.
Après avoir constaté le VOL d’argent en espèces dans notre chambre nous avons été choqués par la désinvolture du responsable qui ne se sentait absolument pas concerné . Nous avons porté plainte à la police locale et nous avons décidé de ne pas rester vu l’insécurité du lieu pour notre dernière nuit . Le responsable n’a rien voulu savoir pour le remboursement de celle-ci alors qu’il n’était que 14 h. Par chance nous avions pris un repas la veille au soir qui n’était pas encore payé Nous sommes donc partis sous les menaces de ce monsieur. Lieu à éviter absolument !
Great spot for a little R and R. Slightly off the beaten path but close enough to get to Tiberias quickly or other places. I decided to stay put and enjoy the pool and the gardens and some food since I had spent a couple of weeks touring.
Nous avons reçu un superbe accueil . Les communs piscine et salons sont fabuleux . Paix et tranquillité pour chiller.
Nous avons dormi dans une chambre avec communs partagés . C’était vraiment correct pour le prix ! Merci encore
Familiäre Atmosphäre, gutes Essen und sehr freundliche Gastgeber-Familie. Gut gelegen um Ausflüge in ganz Galiläa, zu den Golan-Höhen sowie zur Mittelmeerküste zu unternehmen. Schöner Pool mit ausreichend Schatten.
Gute Parkmöglichkeiten. Kaffe Getränke und Schokoladenkuchen stehen tagsüber kostenlos bereit.
This place is breathtaking. Not only that, but the staff were the nicest people we met in Israel. The views are incredible and we will be going back to Israel just to make sure we can stay here again!
the shavit family are lovely people and we adored our night with them. The location is fantastic and the rooms large with everything that you would neeD.
Uitstekend hotel voor wie het noorden van Israel rustig wil ontdekken. Zeer goede faciliteiten, verzorging en restaurant. Neem sowieso het ontbijt en het diner. Heerlijke verblijfsplek.
I have stayed at the Arbel Guest House Shavit Family before and will stay there again. The Shavits are nice and they have a nice guest house and excellent restaurant and chocolate room below. Previously I stayed in a hostel bunk room. This time with three friends, we stayed in a two bedroom apartment with kitchen, the latter which we did not use, having pre-ordered dinner and with breakfast included. Dinner was excellent - we left stuffed, and breakfast was also very good and filling. Each bedroom had a double bed and a single, plus there was a single bed/couch in the living room. We all shared one bathroom. There was a lot of hot water including that which the shower leaked onto the floor, necessitating some towels on the floor to soak it up. It was comfortable, reasonably priced, and the chocolate was wonderful. Just around the corner from the Arbel Cliffs with its cave fortresses and down the road from Tiberius Ilit (Upper Tiberius city), Arbel Guest House is convenient to stay in if you are visiting the Sea of Galilee or Golan. The Horns of Hatin welcome you as you come and go.
הגענו לצימר שביט, משפחה מקסימה המארחת מכל הלב, הצימר נקי מאוד, מרווח, יפה, נעים מאוד!!! ארוחת הבוקר מוגשת על ידי השף ישראל, מומלצת ביותר, טעימה מאוד, מבחר גדול כיד המלך. נחזורבשמחה למקום מיוחד זה!!!
Returning fro second visit as it was very friendly and good
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
8/10 Good
William
3 Aug 2017
Liked: Staff & service
FOOD was the star
Really nice family who showed care to their guests, property was lush with fruit trees and flowers, pool was ok. Our room was the attic room and we did NOT like the room at all. It was run down, old, dirty and the a/c barely worked. We were disappointed in the room and the offered us another room for one night and it was a big difference and what we were expecting. The food was excellent as mentioned in other reviews and I highly recommend eating at the hotel for breakfast.
We had only a brief stay at Arbel, so we did not use the pool, etc. The room was comfortable, though it is far from new; however, this is to be expected, and the charm and location of the guest house make its age a small issue. Our room had A/C, a television, small fridge, kitchenette, and a large jacuzzi tub. The bathroom itself was small, with a shower (but not in a self-contained unit). We paid for the breakfast, and this was definitely the right decision! Very yummy fruit smoothie, cheeses, fruits, and shakshouka. We would love to return to this guest house and spend more time enjoying the pool and scenery. This guest house was only minutes from the Arbel Nature Reserve (definitely hike this to see the best views of the Sea of Galilee) and even closer to a path that leads to the Arbel Ancient Synagogue. It is only a short drive down to many of the beaches on the Sea of Galilee and the Mount of Beatitudes.
Wonderful place near the kineret. Great view, cute rooms, warm hosts and tasty breakfast. The pool is AMAZING and almost private. Cute little place in the country. Highly recommended!.
We absolutely loved staying at Arbel Guest House. The owners were so welcoming and accommodating. The food was phenomenal! We had dinner there when we arrived. I would say it was one the best meals we've had in Israel, and there are many wonderful restaurants there. The owner makes a lot of his own food, such as jams, smoothies, sorbet, ice cream, limoncello, etc. They have so many fruit trees growing on property, and most of the food was either home made, or from local area.
Definitely recommend looking in the basement, where the owner makes his own chocolate, jams and limoncello.
Breakfast was really good too. The owner surprises you with every meal. We were so impressed.
The grounds are beautiful with beautiful views of the mountain. Room was basic, but comfortable.
We would love to return one day.
I would definitely recommend staying here.