Sweimeh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sweimeh which includes a pool, general coastal views and swimming
Sweimeh featuring swimming, a pool and general coastal views
Sweimeh featuring a beach, swimming and general coastal views
Sweimeh showing general coastal views, a park and wild flowers
Sweimeh showing a beach, swimming and general coastal views

Go between the religious pilgrimage sites and scenic resorts gracing the salty basin in the lowest landscape in the world.

Overlooking the Dead Sea, the town of Sweimeh is packed with deluxe hotels and sprawling beaches. Its surroundings have many historic spots of great religious importance. Stay at a resort in the heart of the town or along the salty shores of the water, actually a lake.

As you approach the Dead Sea region, notice the roads’ continued descent to the salty basin, the lowest terrain on Earth. The site is popular among those with skin ailments, as the mineral-rich mud is said to have curative properties.

Admire the town’s mosque and try Middle Eastern food in small cafés. Make your way to the beaches expanding from the southwestern part of the municipality. Many sections of beach are private and belong to the deluxe hotels lining the sea. Arrive at the public Amman Beach, dressed modestly, to join others swimming in the sparkling Dead Sea.

Wade into the water, which is so salty that you can easily float on its surface. For an unusual and unforgettable experience, lie on your back on the water while reading a book or waving at friends on the beach. The sea contains no plants or fish and is generally quite warm, especially during the summer.

Back on the shore, check out the luxurious King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center and browse the stores and restaurants in the adjacent Samarah Mall.

For a change, travel to nearby Mount Nebo, where it is said Moses first saw the Promised Land. Discover the caves and churches near the Baptismal Site of Jesus Christ and study the 6th-century mosaics in Madaba.

Find the town in the Balqa Governorate, in the northwestern part of Jordan. Drive west from Amman for about 30 miles (50 kilometers) to arrive here in about 45 minutes. Fly into the Queen Alia International Airport, south of Amman, and drive to the city directly in less than 1 hour.

Sweimeh blends historical religious attractions with a picturesque coastline along the Dead Sea.

Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa
Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
Hotels Area, Jordan Valley Highway, Sweimeh
The price is £98 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£98
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sweimeh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (744 reviews)
"If the check in process can be smother, more IDs variety to be acceptable or a reminder message can be send before the check in will be great. Everything else is great"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa
Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa
Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh
The price is £136 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£136
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sweimeh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (814 reviews)
"If you want take a relaxing day go to the Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa. The best ♥️"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa
Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
5 out of 5
Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh
The price is £202 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£202
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sweimeh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 9 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"We had an amazing time at the Dea Sea. It was a fab hotel. Lovely breakfast. Pools fab. Attendants at the Dead Sea were super helpful and really nice. All in all a great experience."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
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.
Thara Dead Sea
Thara Dead Sea
3 out of 5
Sweimeh, Sweimeh
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Sweimeh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Amman Beach and Kalia Beach are located ...
"The toilet didn't have a seat. No WiFi inside the hotel room. The location was a bit off the beaten path."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Thara Dead Sea
Porto Dead Sea
Porto Dead Sea
3 out of 5
Dead Sea Road ,, Sweimeh, Madaba Governorate
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Sweimeh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Amman Beach and Dead Sea Panoramic Complex ...
7.2/10 Good! (30 reviews)
"Nice place on the Dead Sea with facilities appropriate to the location. The hotel's private beach is supervised with towels, parasols, mud baths and showers available. Lifeguard always present. There is a large swimming pool and solarium. Good restaurant. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Porto Dead Sea
San Vito chalet
San Vito chalet
3 out of 5
Sweimeh, Sweimeh, Balqa Governorate
Stay at this 3-star chalet in Sweimeh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Amman Beach and Kalia Beach are located ...
San Vito chalet
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.

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Reviews of Sweimeh

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
11
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 23%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 4%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We really didn't stay in the local area much as it is mostly a row of hotels but there were lots of amazing places to visit in Jordan not least Petra which was fantastic.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

Over priced and bad service not customer focuwd

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Wadi Mujib was amazing, the Dead Sea is fun. Definitely worth a visit.

3/5 - Okay

Hi5

Great location to stay near the Dead Sea. The hotel is not worth the money I paid for.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Dead Sea has to be worth a visit.

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