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Israeli Summer Hotels Cut Prices as Foreign Tourists Stay Away Amid Conflict
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First reported by Walla · Jul 12, 2026
What happened
Due to the ongoing conflict, fewer foreign tourists are visiting Israel this summer, prompting hotels nationwide to lower prices to attract local vacationers. While Eilat remains busy, other regions have cut rates significantly compared to last year, offering Israelis affordable domestic holiday options amid high flight demand.
- 01Foreign tourist arrivals in Israel have dropped due to the ongoing conflict this summer.
- 02Hotels across Israel are lowering prices to attract local vacationers.
- 03Eilat hotels remain busy, but other regions like the north and Jerusalem have reduced rates.
- 04Example: Vert Hotel Jerusalem charges 1,910 shekels per night, down from 2,330 last year.
- 05Eshet Tours offers last-minute deals under 1,000 shekels for four people.
- 06Ben Gurion Airport is full, making domestic vacations more appealing now.
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