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Welcome to the MEININGER Hotel Tel Aviv: the best alternative to a hostel in Tel Aviv. Say hello to budget-friendly private rooms, in-room lockers next to the beds, a guest kitchen, and a bar on site.

We're based in southern Tel Aviv, steps from HaHagana train station, close to Florentin's nightlife, and 15 minutes from the beach. We'll be your well-connected, comfy base for discovering Tel Aviv your way at your own pace.

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Your Tel Aviv backpacking trip. Your to-do list.

Backpacking around Tel Aviv? You're in the right place. Spend your days on the 5 km promenade, chilling on Frishman Beach, or wandering Old Jaffa's cobblestone corners. For nightlife: bar-hop in Florentin, sip craft beers on Rothschild, or dance by the beach. Looking for a hostel in Tel Aviv? Let's be real: you deserve better. Crash in our comfy rooms with private bathrooms and in-room lockers next to your bed, hostel-like facilities AND prices that keep your trip on a budget.

Looking for the perfect accommodation in Tel Aviv? Stay at the MEININGER Hotel Tel Aviv and enjoy comfort, convenience, and affordability, all under one roof whether you’re here for business, sightseeing, or a bit of both.

Find us on Levanda Street 53 in Neve Sha'anan, in southern Tel Aviv, right next to Tel Aviv–HaHagana Railway Station, one of Israel’s busiest rail hubs. So if you’re flying into Ben Gurion Airport, you’ll be at our door in just around 10 minutes by direct train (every 30 minutes, one of the fastest airport connections in Israel). Heading to Jerusalem for the day? That’s 32 minutes on the same line. The New Central Bus Station is 400 m away, connecting you to the rest of the country. And the city’s best neighborhoods are all on foot: Levinsky Market (10 min), Florentin’s murals (20 min), Neve Tzedek (25 min), and ancient Jaffa (15 min by bike).

Our hotel gives you the best of both worlds: a well-connected spot in the authentic, bohemian south of the city, with quick links to the beach, the White City, and everything in between. Great food, legendary markets, and Bauhaus architecture are right at your doorstep. Whether you’re here for work, the beach, the food or just soaking up the Mediterranean sun, the MEININGER Hotel Tel Aviv puts you in the perfect spot to experience it all. Discover why we’re one of the top hotels in Tel Aviv and book your stay today!

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Looking for the best hostels in Tel Aviv? Skip the dorm chaos and stay at the MEININGER Hotel Tel Aviv for hostel prices with hotel perks. Multi-bed rooms sleep up to 6 with private bathrooms and lockers, free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout, 24/7 reception, a lively hotel bar, guest kitchen for cheap meals, laundry, daily room cleaning and a location right by the HaHagana train meaning around 10 minutes from Ben Gurion Airport. You're also 10 minutes from the beach on the Red Line, with Florentin's nightlife and Carmel Market both within walking distance.
As a backpacker, you want easy transport and walkable neighborhoods, right? Neve Sha'anan delivers: a direct 10-minute train to Ben Gurion Airport, light rail and buses to the beach in 10 minutes, and quick access to Florentin (nightlife), Carmel Market (street food), Neve Tzedek (galleries) and Jaffa (old city vibes). Stay near a light rail or train stop to save on taxis. Our hotel ticks all those boxes and has a bar where other travelers hang out at night.
The MEININGER Hotel Tel Aviv has it all: shared mixed rooms & female shared rooms at budget rates, private bathrooms, free high-speed Wi-Fi, a shared guest kitchen, laundry facilities, a 24/7 reception and a hotel bar where solo travelers like you can meet. Tel Aviv isn't cheap, but we make your accommodation budget-friendly.
The MEININGER Hotel Tel Aviv is THE place. Walking distance to Florentin's bars, the Promenade's clubs, and Rothschild Boulevard's cocktail spots, plus a 24/7 reception for when you roll in at sunrise. The light rail runs late on weekends, and Gett ride-shares and local taxis are cheap and reliable. Tel Aviv's nightlife peaks Thursday–Saturday and tends to start late, so don't bother showing up before 11 PM. Shalvata, Kuli Alma, Radio EPGB and Teder.fm are must-tries. Our hotel bar is a perfect pre-game spot (or post-game, honestly).
Take the train! From Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv–HaHagana is around 10 minutes with a Rav-Kav card you can buy at the airport. Trains run every 30 minutes (no service Friday evening to Saturday evening due to Shabbat). Sherut shared taxis run 24/7, perfect for Shabbat arrivals. Local taxis and Gett ride-share are also available on-demand if you prefer a door-to-door ride. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from HaHagana station, and signage at the station is in English too, so it's easy to find your way.
Absolutely! Tel Aviv is walkable and welcoming to solo travelers. English is everywhere: on menus, signs, transport announcements. Public transport is cheap with a Rav-Kav card, and the new Red Line light rail connects all the key neighborhoods. The beach culture is social, the café scene is friendly, and free walking tours (in English) run daily from Rothschild Boulevard. Our hotel bar and lounge are natural hubs for meeting other solo travelers, plus you’ve got 24/7 reception, so late-night arrivals are never a problem.

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