Two Israeli Hotels Rank Among Middle East's Best
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Two Israeli hotels, David Kempinski Tel Aviv and The Norman, were ranked among the best in the Middle East for 2026 by Condé Nast Traveler. The David Kempinski placed 11th and The Norman 12th in the prestigious awards, which are based on global traveler votes. This recognition highlights the strength of Israel's tourism sector amidst industry challenges. The Lana hotel in Dubai was named the top hotel in the region.
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- David Kempinski Tel Aviv ranked 11th and The Norman 12th in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Middle East awards.
- The awards recognize the high service standards of Israeli hotels on the international stage.
- The Norman's General Director called the ranking a great honor during challenging times for the industry.
- The Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards are based on votes from travelers worldwide.
- The Lana hotel in Dubai was the top-ranked hotel in the Middle East.
Two Israeli hotels have been recognized in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards for 2026, highlighting the country's high service standards. The David Kempinski Tel Aviv secured the 11th position, while The Norman hotel ranked 12th in the Middle East's top hotels list. The rankings also included establishments from the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, with Dubai's The Lana hotel taking the top spot. The inclusion of Israeli hotels demonstrates the competitiveness of the local tourism sector on an international level. Yaron Lieberman, General Director of The Norman, expressed that being named in the ranking is a great honor and a significant acknowledgment of his team's professionalism. He noted that this achievement was made during a period of considerable challenges for Israel's entire hotel industry. The Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards are determined annually by global traveler votes.