Title: HI Masada Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # HI Masada Hostel Hostel in Tamar with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for HI Masada Hostel ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33252800/33252708/c36885ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33252800/33252708/122b2c50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33252800/33252708/77f8ac67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33252800/33252708/9695e39b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33252800/33252708/06cac225.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies HI Masada Hostel offers comfort and convenience with a full breakfast, poolside relaxation, and garden walks. Enjoy in-room WiFi and a library for quiet moments. Multilingual staff ensure a smooth stay. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 5 - Dec. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=33252708&PinnedHotelID=33252708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking ![Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33252800/33252708/0cc9be0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds LCD TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Minibar Electric kettle Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTamar-Hotels-HI-Masada-Hostel.h33252708.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTamar-Hotels-HI-Masada-Hostel.h33252708.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C31.31155%2C35.36410&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vDiRR4fWkTl0yLXymTTrDo5sRV4=) MASADA, Tamar, 86935 #### What's nearby - Masada National Park \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Ein Gedi Spa \- 17 min drive \- 19.4 km - Ein Gedi Beach \- 22 min drive \- 25.0 km - Ein Gedi Botanical Garden \- 23 min drive \- 24.6 km - Ein Gedi Nature Reserve \- 24 min drive \- 17.5 km #### Restaurants - ‪Cup O'Joe - ‬6 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk - ‪In-a-pita - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### HI Masada Hostel Property highlights You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at HI Masada Hostel. Free in-room WiFi and a library are available to all guests. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool - Free self parking - Multilingual staff, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk - Meeting rooms, luggage storage, and an elevator Room features All 91 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - LCD TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends ### Things to do - Children's pool - Library - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Israel value-added tax (18%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (18%). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a smoke detector ### We should mention The seasonal pool will be open from April to October Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hi Masada Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Masada Hi Masada Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hi Masada Hostel Masada HI Masada Hostel Tamar HI Masada Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation HI Masada Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tamar ## Frequently asked questions ### Does HI Masada Hostel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at HI Masada Hostel? ### Is HI Masada Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at HI Masada Hostel? ### What time is check-out at HI Masada Hostel? ### Where is HI Masada Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## HI Masada Hostel Reviews ## Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 20 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 7.8/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### John Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Convenient Great location to visit Masada. Breakfast was very good. The only issue we had was when we returned in the evening, we had to wait a long time for someone to open the gate to let us into the property. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brandon Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service Lots of kids running around till 01:00 in the morning. ##### Brandon Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Bela Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hostel, great location, thin walls. We were pleasantly surprised having never stayed at an HI hostel before. Check in was easy, the room was simple but perfect. We loved that the shower, toilet, and sink were all separate so our family bathroom time was more efficient. There was a basketball court, large pool, and outdoor green space available - great for kids. They allow you to use the shared spaces after check out as well. Pool towels were provided. The only negative was that the walls were very thin and people were outside playing with kids and yelling until well past 11pm. We put our kids to sleep at 8 and it was loud for a while. ##### Bela Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Martin Mar 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities If you're looking romgo to Masada, this is the one and only place that is walking distance. It serves its purpose well. Just know that if they have groups of kids, they can be very noisy, especially while eating. Also, they have no staff to ask questions at night. So ask all your questions about access to the trailhead during the day. The entrance is right opposite the entrance to the hotel parking lot but its easy to miss when its dark. ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Monika Mar 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Hfdjvh ##### Monika Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly Jun 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hostel at Masada was perfect! Simple room that was comfortable and clean. They informed us with a simple sheet of instructions, in English, about how to access the ruins. We rose early watched the sunrise over the Dead Sea and we’re back down in time for the included buffet breakfast. We even had time to use the beautiful pool, ##### Kimberly Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### C Apr 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great night before the Masada sunrise climb. Very good overall. We lost power at some point around 9 pm due to very high winds, but the rest was absolutely fine. ##### C Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Micha Aug 17, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### great location to travel Almost like typical hotel. Spacious rooms, only basic breakfast, nice pool and excellent location to Massada NTL ##### Micha Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ori Aug 9, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing I enjoyed it so much. Great location. Nice staff. Clean rooms. My girls loved the swimming pool ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2C027F3B7E348EB70FE46B02828D2080361EE1FA1596960239521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4908ED3D17C819E227500AFEE63277D96F5592311596960250717.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5F712D2CDD93AEDC2177C0F777338BFE1FC12B281596960243058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EC105BDF83FB23683694303777F306918F9456C01596960281207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ori Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Isaac Mar 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice place but keep your VISA handy. Usually, if I book a room in a hotel and I have a visa, I am exempt from the VAT. Here, everyone was required to prove they have visas to be exempt. My son's ( a minor) visa was lost and they charged me an extra 17% for VAT. ##### Isaac Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Rudolf, Schwerin Feb 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ansprechende Architektur, Sehr sauber, phantastische Aussicht, reichliches Essen, lebendige Atmosphäre ##### Rudolf Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 19, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### perfectly adequate hostel Perfectly adequate Hostel for the Dead Sea and Masada area. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Local attractions are easily accessible. It is all you would expect from a youth hostel in terms of accommodation, comfort and food. No complaints ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### riccardo, mandelieu la napoule Nov 27, 2019 Disliked: Staff & service Certamente è situato in un luogo comodissimo per accedere a Masada (200 metri dall'ingresso) Il check in assolutamente poco simpatico, e anche il seguito dei rapporti con la reception. Circa la colazione ed una cena a pagamento, mi è sembrato di tornare ai tempi del militare e del rancio..... La camera normale ##### riccardo Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Carolyn Oct 26, 2019 Liked: Staff & service #### Basic but good Good option if you look for price and convenient location Breakfast is good Room was not nice, basic Bathroom not so clean Bedsheets and towels ok Is a basic hostel for large group of people Don’t expect a cost, warm place Dinner for extra 62 shekels is very good ##### Carolyn Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russ Oct 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Right next door to the Masada centre. Very convenient. It’s a,so great to have a pool in the complex. ##### Russ Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### PIERRE, LE DE FRANCE Oct 8, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities établissement correct et très bien situé bien entretenu ##### PIERRE Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andre Sep 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Doen we weer. Heerlijk in de woestijn. nabij Masada. Lekker zwembad en verrast goed eten! ##### Andre Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### PacoRuizL, México Sep 17, 2019 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness A place just in the entrance of Masada National Park. If you are planing to visit the park the next morning and walk to the top is the place to be. If you are looking for for a night over in a road trip maybe you want to visit somewhere else with more amenities around the hotel. Anyway the facilities are good. ##### PacoRuizL Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Søren Sep 15, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Unikt sted. Men for en enkelt nat hvor hovedformålet er at besøge bjerget Masada. ##### Søren Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Michel Sep 13, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A éviter si possible Accueil spartiate mieux vaut passer votre chemin. Le reste n’est pas mieux ##### Michel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Siistit ja avarat tilat, hyvä sijainti luonnonpuistossa kiinni. Ystävällinen ja avulias henkilökunta ja hyvä ja monipuolinen aamupala. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Aug 29, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Cleanliness My private toelet was filthy and I was charged $60 more than the price I was given on Expedia at the time of reservation. However, it is in good location (especially if you're planning to watch the sunrise from the top of the mountain). the staff was friendly and breakfast exceeded expectations. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronique Aug 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Bon établissement, hyper bien situé pour qui envisage l'ascension à la forteresse pour assister au lever du soleil. Un des meilleurs petits déjeuners de notre séjour en Israël (beaucoup de propositions). ##### Veronique Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark Jun 27, 2019 Liked: Room comfort Rooms not as clean as they should be. Great pool. Great access to Masada. Good mattresses. Very poor and inadequate breakfast. ##### Mark Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jun 20, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Disgusting stay Our stay was horrendous. The room we got given was very very basic and there was blood on the bed and in the bathroom walls. We eventually got moved. But then the key to the new room didn’t work - the service guy was very helpful and friendly but the reception staff was very rude when we told him about the issue and even when we said the key wouldn’t work. He was also very unfriendly when we checked in. Dinner was below average. The vending machines with snacks in them were all out of order - Masada is very remote and there’s nothing there so it’s very crucial that the vending machines work! Clearly Masada hostel has a monopoly in the area and they don’t care about their guests or the quality of the rooms! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Quinta Bella Huatulco](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-Quinta-Bella-Huatulco.h8261952.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Garden View Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Garden-View-Hotel.h582415.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Myeongdong Euljiro](https://www.expedia.ca/Seoul-Hotels-Travelodge-Myeongdong-Euljiro.h10957081.Hotel-Information) > > [Marquis Los Cabos, An All Inclusive, Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Del-Cabo-Hotels-Marquis-Los-Cabos.h9769778.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Playa Mazatlan](https://www.expedia.ca/Mazatlan-Hotels-Hotel-Playa-Mazatlan.h425179.Hotel-Information) > > [Rocky Crest Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Parry-Sound-Hotels-Rocky-Crest-Golf-Resort.h52902.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Punta Cana Beach Wellness Inclusive - Adults only](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Melia-Punta-Cana-Beach-Resort-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h24942979.Hotel-Information) > > [ Atelier Playa Mujeres - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Sam-Hotels-Atelier-Playa-Mujeres-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h27527416.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Hotels.d6141041.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Victoria (YWH) to Seattle (LKE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywh/lke/victoria-to-seattle) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/yul/buffalo-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Hamilton (YHM) to Abbotsford (YXX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhm/yxx/hamilton-to-abbotsford) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Campbell River (YBL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ybl/vancouver-to-campbell-river) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Kelowna (YLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/ylw/calgary-to-kelowna) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yul/edmonton-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Kastela (SPU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/spu/winnipeg-to-split) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yyc/toronto-to-calgary) > > [Air Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Canada-Flights.cAC.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to La Romana (LRM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lrm/toronto-to-la-romana) > > [Flights from Cassidy (YCD) to Vernon (YVE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ycd/yve/nanaimo-to-vernon) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages ### Vacation Rentals