Title: Visit HaMakhtesh HaGadol: Best of HaMakhtesh HaGadol Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.ca/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol-Hotels.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.ca/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Travel-Guide-Flights)[HaMakhtesh HaGadol Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Car-Rental-Guide)[HaMakhtesh HaGadol Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/HaMakhtesh-HaGadol.d553248635938336345.Destination-Travel-Guides) # HaMakhtesh HaGadol ## Travel 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 - HaMakhtesh HaGadol Hotel Deals - Vacation 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 CA $299 CA $299 total Jan 24 - Jan 25 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ramat Negev. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ben-Gurion House and Ben-Gurion's Tomb are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (212 reviews) Spotless room Staff super friendly The pool staff especially Osher were so helpful Breakfast was excellent The variety of Friday night dinner was really good. The chef came to every table to accept graciously constructive criticism and compliments. A pleasant weekend break. Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%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 CA $162 CA $162 total Jan 22 - Jan 23 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 Jun 11, 2023 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026&selected=4264743&PinnedHotelID=4264743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) ![Carmey Avdat Farm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6630000/6620800/6620705/df90ed37_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carmey Avdat Farm Midreshet Ben-Gurion Ramat Negev CA $363 CA $363 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Stay at this country house in Ramat Negev. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ben-Gurion's Tomb and Avdat National Park are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews) Restful desert oasis well worth the trip Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=6620705&PinnedHotelID=6620705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635938336345) [See all 17 properties in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%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 WiFi, 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 May 30, 2023 [](https://expedia.ca/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 vacation home in Nevatim. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. 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 Dec 1, 2024 [](https://expedia.ca/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 center, balconies, and air conditioning. [](https://expedia.ca/Ramat-Negev-Hotels-OO-Group-Amazing-Sea-View-3-BR-APT-Iconic-Tower.h83313776.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in HaMakhtesh HaGadol](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/Ramon-Crater-Ramat-Negev.d6103582.Vacation-Attraction) #### Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Center during your travels in Mitzpe Ramon. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Makhtesh-Ramon-Visitors-Center-Ramat-Negev.d553248621532628051.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ben-Gurion's Tomb Find out about the history of Midreshet Ben-Gurion when you spend time at Ben-Gurion's Tomb. Discover the area's desert landscape and wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Ben-Gurions-Tomb-Ramat-Negev.d553248621563447111.Vacation-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. 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