Title: HaMakhtesh HaGadol Travel Guide: Best of HaMakhtesh HaGadol, Ramat Negev Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.co.uk/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol-Hotels.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.co.uk/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-Flights)[HaMakhtesh HaGadol Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Car-Hire-Guide)[HaMakhtesh HaGadol Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Holidays-City-Breaks) # HaMakhtesh HaGadol Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![There's nothing quite like the desert in the early hours of the morning. And that's exactly when you should go, early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/294afc31-5427-454b-8a01-ca4df0d3123c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There's nothing quite like the desert in the early hours of the morning. And that's exactly when you should go, early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/294afc31-5427-454b-8a01-ca4df0d3123c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There's nothing quite like the desert in the early hours of the morning. And that's exactly when you should go, early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974515955/bd5623cb-448e-4a30-8221-5f48922a21ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit HaMakhtesh HaGadol Things to do - Top hotels in HaMakhtesh HaGadol - Top Holiday Rentals in HaMakhtesh HaGadol ![Kedma by Isrotel Design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46300000/46296900/46296889/20632ca3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kedma by Isrotel Design Ben Gurion Ramat Negev Southern District £162 7 Feb - 8 Feb Stay at this spa hotel in Ramat Negev. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ben-Gurion House and Ben-Gurion's Tomb are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (213 reviews) The hotel is beautiful, with character, and well-located. The food was very good too. Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026&selected=46296889&PinnedHotelID=46296889&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) ![Negev Camel Ranch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4264800/4264743/0c7631dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Negev Camel Ranch Mamshit Ranch Dimona £88 3 Feb - 4 Feb Stay at this guesthouse in Dimona. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attraction Mamshit National Park is located nearby. If you want a special desert experience, this is it. There are no frills and it’s like camping in a cabin. Yet this is such a unique accommodation with an exotic camel-inspired theme. We loved the hammock, the outdoor seating area and simplicity of it. The camel tour is a highlight to add on. Definitely ... Reviewed on 11 Jun 2023 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=4264743&PinnedHotelID=4264743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) ![The White Hill Guest House - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24130000/24128100/24128029/b1c0d65d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The White Hill Guest House - Hostel 181 Hadekel St. Ramat Negev Stay at this hostel in Ramat Negev. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. 8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews) המקום נחמד ונעים, השירות טוב, ארוחת בוקר פשוטה מאד אבל טעימה, החדר קטן מדי וצפוף מדי, המיטה ממלאת את כל החדר, אין ארון, השירותים והמקלחת בתוך החדר, קטנים מאד גם הם. Reviewed on 4 Dec 2021 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=24128029&PinnedHotelID=24128029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=24128029&PinnedHotelID=24128029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) [See all 17 properties in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635938336345) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Hadass Desert Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33010000/33000400/33000350/7d778ec3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hadass Desert Inn 253 Modi'in St Dimona South District Stay at this aparthotel in Dimona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Mamshit National Park is located nearby. No communication with the desk person. He had to make a phone call for me to converse. Area around property was very unkempt and littered with several "piles" left by dogs right on the property and not cleaned up in any fashion. Area made me feel unsafe due to its exceedingly poor neighborhood, but ... Reviewed on 30 May 2023 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dimona-Hotels-Hadass-Desert-Inn.h33000350.Hotel-Information) ![Mi amor nevatim 24582 mi amor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36960000/36959800/36959782/0c83c79e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mi amor nevatim 24582 mi amor נבטים South District Stay at this holiday home in Nevatim. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cochin Jewish Heritage Center ... It's very small, bathroom's door squeak and not closed properly, but it's quite , the only noise os sheep's sounds whoever likes it Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nevatim-Hotels-Mi-Amor-Nevatim-24582-Mi-Amor.h36959782.Hotel-Information) ![O&O Group - Amazing Sea View 3 BR APT Iconic Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83320000/83313800/83313776/2d87d963_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### O&O Group - Amazing Sea View 3 BR APT Iconic Tower Israel Stay at this apartment in Ramat Negev. Enjoy a fitness centre, balconies and air conditioning. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramat-Negev-Hotels-OO-Group-Amazing-Sea-View-3-BR-APT-Iconic-Tower.h83313776.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635938336345&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Discover the spas in this relaxing area or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramon-Crater-Ramat-Negev.d6103582.Attraction) #### Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center during your trip to Mitzpe Ramon. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Makhtesh-Ramon-Visitors-Center-Ramat-Negev.d553248621532628051.Attraction) #### Ben-Gurion's Tomb Find out about the history of Midreshet Ben-Gurion with a stop at Ben-Gurion's Tomb. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ben-Gurions-Tomb-Ramat-Negev.d553248621563447111.Attraction) #### Avdat National Park Explore the great outdoors at Avdat National Park, a lovely green space in Ramat Negev. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avdat-National-Park-Ramat-Negev.d6103638.Attraction) #### Rota Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rota Winery during your travels to Revivim. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rota-Winery-Ramat-Negev.d553248621563447112.Attraction) #### Temple of Oboda Learn about the local history of Ramat Negev when you take a trip to Temple of Oboda. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. 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