Magdala Hotel - Migdal

Hotel with excavated 1st-century synagogue ruins on the Sea of Galilee

Archaeological Discoveries on Site

The Magdala Hotel preserves the remains of a 1st-century Jewish synagogue discovered during construction. A modern church on the grounds features an altar shaped like the ancient fishing boat found in nearby Ginosar. Guided tours led by Waseem, one of the original excavators, explain the site's connection to Mary Magdalene and early Christian history.

Guest Rooms and Amenities

Each room at Magdala Hotel offers air conditioning, a minibar, a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV with a balcony overlooking the garden or mountains. The private bathroom includes a shower, and guests have access to a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. A 24-hour front desk, room service, and free private parking are available for all guests.

Dining Options

The hotel's restaurant serves buffet breakfast and dinner with a wide variety of local and international dishes, including authentic Arabic food. Vegetarian breakfast options and kid-friendly buffet meals are offered daily. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the bar, and special diet menus are available upon request.

Wellness and Recreation

The seasonal outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a sun terrace with sun umbrellas and pool towels. A fitness center with modern equipment is open to guests, and the hotel's garden provides a quiet space for reflection. The Magdala Hotel also has a chapel for private prayer and meditation.

Location and Accessibility

The Magdala Hotel is located in Migdal, just 6.2 km from the Tomb of Maimonides and 6.4 km from St. Peter's Church. Guests have direct access to the banks of the Sea of Galilee, though there is no developed beach. This Magdala Hotel Israel property is also close to the ancient site of Migdal and offers wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout.

• Location: 6.2 km from Tomb of Maimonides, on the Sea of Galilee
• Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with balconies and minibar
• Dining: Buffet breakfast and dinner with authentic Arabic food
• Wellness: Seasonal pool, fitness center, and chapel
• Unique: On-site 1st-century synagogue and boat-altar church
• For: Spiritual pilgrims, history enthusiasts, families