Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center - 81 min drive - 95.6 km
Petra - 88 min drive - 41.8 km
Getting around
Ovda (VDA) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 189 min drive
Ursula - 17 min walk
About this property
Nof Zuqim
Nof Zuqim is a great choice for a stay in HaArava HaTikhona. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Hebrew
At a glance
Hotel size
7 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9 AM–10 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony
Freshen up
Jetted bathtub
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Kitchenette
Stovetop
Oven
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Limited housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Israel value-added tax (17%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (17%).
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 16 for adults and USD 12 for children
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from October 7 2024 to May 31 2025 (dates subject to change).
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Nof Zuqim Lodge Tsukim
Nof Zuqim Lodge
Nof Zuqim Israel
Nof Zuqim HaArava HaTikhona
Nof Zuqim Lodge HaArava HaTikhona
Frequently asked questions
Is Nof Zuqim currently open?
This property is closed from October 7 2024 to May 31 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does Nof Zuqim offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nof Zuqim does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Nof Zuqim?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Nof Zuqim?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Nof Zuqim?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nof Zuqim?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Nof Zuqim and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Nof Zuqim also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does Nof Zuqim have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.
Does Nof Zuqim have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, an oven, and a refrigerator.
Does Nof Zuqim have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
Nof Zuqim Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2022
roman
roman, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2020
Perfect all around. Helpful staff, great breakfast, clean, great surroundings
Josef
Josef, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2020
Great escape with desert life feel, excellent comfort, located between Ramon crater and the dead sea
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 14, 2019
ery good accommodation in the Negev for four trekk
We would use Nof Zukim again.
Laurence
Laurence, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 18, 2019
Asaf
Asaf, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2019
Perfect place to relax!
Nice staff
clean
quite
nature
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2019
Wonderful cabins in the desert
Fantastic, peaceful place in the desert. Beautiful, spotlessly clean, amazing service. Wished we could have stayed longer.
Verified traveler
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2019
Front desk staff went out of its way to make us feel welcome, which is head and shoulders above the level of customer service in Israel. Our room was rustic but comfortable and situated with a view facing the nearby wadi and surrounding mountains. Amenities were above par, including our pleasant surprise that internet and TV service functioned very well despite the relatively isolated location. Overall, one of the best stays we've had during our four-year assignment to Israel.
TonyK
TonyK, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2018
Space, location, hospitality. Lots of activities in the area
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2018
clean, relaxing and a real oasis in the desert
stayed at nof zukim for the night with my wife and baby son, the staff were so helpful.
the lodge was well kitted out and the décor was really quite enchanting, a real hidden secret in israels Negev.
marco
marco, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2018
This place was awesome. The hottub at night was the best. Outside was coolish and lying there under the stars was amazing. The breakfast is Israeli style and very good. They also have omelette on requests and they were excellent. It's a great place to just unwind and relax during ur travels. I highly recommend it.
Mickie
Mickie, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2018
Wonderful little gem in the middle of the desert
We stayed here for one night between visiting Makhtesh Ramon and then the Dead Sea the next day.
Location - It’s a perfect halfway point between the two and we loved being in the middle of the desert where it was peaceful and quiet around us.
Rooms - the place is well represented in the pictures. Very unique, comfortable and clean. I’d say they were really built for two people but we stayed with our two young kids (4 and 6) and it was perfect for us. We loved the setup. We had the mountain view room and it was great.
Property - clean and great features. Our kids loved the pool and horses. There are great spots to do a lot of star gazing and to watch the sunset.
Food - can’t comment as we didn’t do the breakfast there and we didn’t take advantage of the bbq pits. We did go to the cafe Route 90 which was a minute drive away. It was a limited/basic menu but it was sufficient for our needs. 15-20 mins north are some more restaurants plus a grocery store.
Service and hospitality - wonderful. The host was very warm. There was a mixup with our reservation but they were very accommodating and everything worked out perfectly. They even had bed rails and sheet protectors that we could use for our kids though we didn’t need it.
I cannot say enough about how much of an amazing experience it was. A definite must to stay here if you are doing a trip south and/or east!
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2018
Great Stay in the Negev (2)
The guesthouses are really well designed with local materials that help protect against the sun/heat and make for a very local experience. When we weren't exploring the desert the guesthouse was a very comfortable oasis for relaxing. Each is equipped with plenty of cookware and an outdoor BBQ area so we encourage bringing food to make for dinners because there's only one restaurant in Zuqim. The breakfast at the hotel is well worth adding to your reservation. It was above and beyond any other breakfast we had in Israel (and that is saying a lot). We had a great time in our first trip to the Negev Desert.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2016
Quiet, Peaceful Retreat in the Desert
I came for a few days vacation with my father who was visiting from abroad. When you arrive the scenery is seriously stunning. The cabins are designed to blend in with the desert and immediately we felt calm and at peace. The cabins are perfectly equipped and very clean- with extra bed linens. Each cabin has a hot tub, sofa bed, and extra bed linens.
The place is family run giving it a very comfortable & sweet feel. The Wifi in our cabin did not work 100% and they were very responsive (coming at 10pm to check the issue) and again in the morning. In the end there was no solution to the problem, but the main house (which serves as like a cafe/meeting place) has wifi guests can access-- and honestly, who needs wifi when you're somewhere so beautiful?
There are a few restaurants near by + a gas station with everything you need. The village Nof Tzukim is an artist village with an artist fair every Friday that looks great. You can ride bikes, go for walks, hikes, have a bonfire or BBQ. Can't recommend this place highly enough!
Erin
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2019
Sehr fürsorgliches Personal
Es wird an Kleinigkeiten gedacht
Es ist alles da was man braucht
Super Frühstück unbedingt mit buchen
Marco
Marco, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2018
Wunderbarer Abschluss von unserer Israel-Reise
Schöne, ruhig gelegene Anlage mit kleinen Häuschen. Die Häuser bieten guten Komfort an. Speziell ist die Whirlpool-Wanne auf der Terrasse. Das Frühstück kann dazu gebucht werden und ist absolut empfehlenswert. Die Anlage verfügt auch über ein kleines Pool und insgesamt über viele Möglichkeiten zum Absitzen. Die Parkplätze sind kostenlos.
Katerina
Katerina, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 12, 2018
Erlebnis in der Wüste
Die Umgebung ist einmalig, die Aussicht auch. Alles ist mit viel Liebe gepflegt. Whirlpool ist klein, aber sehr angenehm.
Jana
Jana, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2017
Amazing Desert Experience!
Everything is perfect: the location, the swimming pool, the room, and the most important thing ... the atmosphere. All the details are perfect, next time I will spend more then one night here.
Massimo
Massimo, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2017
La famille qui gère cet hôtel est très accueillante.