Hotels
The Ritz-Carlton Herzliya
Herzliya took its place on the luxury hotel map with the opening of this 115-room Ritz-Carlton, including 82 suites, at the end of 2013. The hotel's plus points: views over the marina and the sea, the spa, the reception rooms bathed in light, the Herbert Samuel restaurant, the stunning video installations by Eyal Landseman and, on the roof, the swimming pool and its pleasant pool bar. 4 Hashunit St. - Tel: +972 9 373 5555 Email: wecare@ritzcarlton.com Internet: ritzcarlton.com
Dan Accadia
A true urban resort with two swimming pools, a spa, tennis courts, a garden and a large beach at the foot of the hotel. The 209 rooms have recently been refurbished, from standard rooms to presidential suites with private saunas and panoramic sea views. There is also a new kosher cuisine restaurant: Accad. Herzliya Beach - Tel: +972 3 740 8966 Email: accadia@danhotels.com Internet: danhotels.com
Daniel Hotel
Another top-of-the-range hotel with a large swimming pool and sea views, renowned for the quality of its Hemingway restaurant. Three floors are reserved for Club rooms, where guests enjoy free access to the lounge and the Shizen spa. 60 Ramat Yam St. - Phone: +972 9 952 8282 - Email: res@tamareshotels.co.il Internet: english.tamareshotels.co.il
Ordchid Okeanos
A 41-suite hotel facing the beach, in a building where glass lets in plenty of light. 50 Rama Yam St. Tel: +972 9 961 6222 Website: orchidokeanos.co.il
Sharon Hotel Herliya
Just north of Herzliya Pituach, overlooking the Mediterranean, the Sharon offers three room categories (Superior, Deluxe Sea View and Deluxe Garden) with views of the sea or the hotel gardens. 4 Ramat Yam St. - Tel: +972 9 952 5777 - Internet: sharon.co.il
Hotel Benjamin
You're no longer in the water, but a stone's throw from the office blocks in this contemporary establishment, which is obviously more reasonably priced than its (distant) beach neighbours. 4 Hamada St. - Tel: +972 9 973 6666 Internet: benjamin-hotel.co.il
In Tel Aviv
For those who prefer to stay in Tel Aviv rather than Herzliya itself, the seafront, overlooking the Lahat Promenade, is the most popular stopping-off point. Here you will find block after block of top-of-the-range hotels: Hilton, Herods, Crowne Plaza, Renaissance, Sheraton, Intercontinental...
Carlton on the beach
Of all the hotels lining up along the seafront, the Carlton on the beach stands out. Because it overlooks the beach directly, at the foot of the marina. Because it was completely refurbished last year and now boasts a number of new features, including the Blue Sky restaurant, run by the famous chef Meir Adoni. And finally, the views are exceptional. Special mention should be made of the rooms on the top three floors dedicated to Executive guests. The Carlton also offers services to make life easier for business travellers: personalised check-in - which can be done in the car picking you up at the airport - car or bike hire and free WiFi. A rarity on the seafront.10 Eliezer Peri St. - Phone: +972 3 520 1818 - Email: request@carlton.co.il Internet: carlton.co.il
Restaurants
There are two options for lunch or dinner in Herzliya: either at the foot of the offices, or by the sea. For the latter, head for the big hotels (Herbert Samuel at the Ritz-Carlton, Accad at the Dan Accadia, Hemingway at the Daniel Hotel...) or the countless options at the marina (Nammos, Bistro 56, Lucca, Port...). For the 'at the foot of the offices' option, the scene is concentrated in two blocks bounded by Arie Shenkar and Hamenofm streets.
Segev
Run by the media-savvy chef Moshe Segev, this is the most elegant address in Herzliya's Industrial Zone. On the menu: creative cuisine and a décor inspired by the backstreets of Neve Tsedek, Tel Aviv's 'cool' neighbourhood. 16 Hahoshlim St. Shenkar Corner. Tel: +972 57 944 3318 Internet: www.segevchef.com
Sebastian
Herzliya's chic brasserie, very popular for business lunches. The large bar can be used for the rest of the day. 33 Maskit St. - Tel: +972 9 951 3939 Email: sebastian@sebastian.co.il Internet: noirgroup.co.il
Meat Bar
This spacious restaurant offers the double promise of any self-respecting steakhouse: meticulously prepared meats and an excellent wine list. 4 Ha'Sadnaot St. - Tel: +972 9 954 6000
Mancini
A casual Italian restaurant, with a terrace for when the weather's nice. Hamanofm 8 - Tel: +972 9 950 5020 Internet: mancini.co.il
Etnika
An intimate restaurant serving oriental cuisine, with a strong Moroccan flavour. 7 Shenkar St. - Tel: +972 9 951 1177
Kyoto
There are a plethora of Japanese restaurants in Herzliya. This one has the best décor and the most varied menu. 7 Shenkar St. - Tel: +972 9 958 7770
Giraffe
The Herzliya branch of a Tel Aviv-based chain. The concept: pan-Asian cuisine in an urban setting. 9 Hasadnaot St. - Tel: +972 9 954 8355
Express breakfast
Both in the Industrial Zone and on the marina side, there are plenty of options for a quick lunch, with Asian restaurants such as Japanika (10 HaSadna'ot St.) and Running Sushi (30 Maskit St.). Also popular in Herzliya is the burger, at Burgus (11 Shenkar St.) or Agadir Burger (9 Ha-Menofm St.). For a sweet break, go to the Max Brenner Chocolate Bar (Hamenofm 8).
In Tel Aviv
Cordelia restaurant
Nir Zook is one of the rising stars of Israeli gastronomy. Located in an alleyway in old Jaffa, his restaurant captivates with its decor and Franco-Mediterranean menu. Yefet 30, Jaffa - Tel: +972 3 518 4668 Internet: www.cordelia.co.il
Messa
When Japan meets the Mediterranean in the heart of Tel Aviv's major business district. Intimate and enchanting. 19 Ha'arba'a St. - Tel: +972 3 685 6859 Internet: www.messa.co.il
Mul-Yam
The port of Tel Aviv has been completely redeveloped and in just a few years has been filled with a host of trendy restaurants and bars. Mul Yam stands out for the sophistication of its decor and the quality of its marine cuisine. Port of Tel-Aviv, Hangar No. 24 Tel: +972 3 546 9920
Manta Ray
The seafront promenade is the city's most spectacular peoplewatching spot, and Manta Ray is the perfect place to enjoy it. Alma Beach - Tel: +972 3 517 4773 Internet: www.mantaray.co.il
Shopping
Arena Mall in front of the marina, Seven Stars close to Route 2: so much for Herzliya's two shopping centres, which don't really stand out from the ordinary suburban mall. The rest of the district's commercial park doesn't invite you to take a shopping break either, as it's mainly home appliances shops and dealerships lined up in a queue: Seat, Chrysler, Dodge, Suzuki, Peugeot, Citroën, Hyundai, Audi and even Cadillac for those who've really done their homework. For the rest, you'll have to head south to Tel Aviv, between the chic boutiques of Dizengoff street, the trendy stalls of Neve Tsedek and the flea market in old Jaffa.
Bars / Entertainment
To say that Herzliya is the exact reflection of Tel Aviv's frenetic nightlife would be a lie. However, there are still a few choice spots for after-hours fun, whether on the beach (Mona on the beach, in front of the Dan Accadia) or in the Industrial Zone: Mike's Place (10 Sderot Aba Even St.), Inga (Galgaley Haplada 16), Bourbon Street (HaManofm 8)...
Services
Car hire with driver : IsraLimo - Tel.: +972 3 647 8265
Scooter hire Motogo, 19-21 Tushiya st. - Tel: +972 3 6811717 - Tel.
Internet: www.motogo.co.il
Taxi company : Israeli taxi - Tel.: +972 54 232 3778
Business centre Herzliya Ackerstein Towers A 9 Hamenofm St. - Tel: +972 9 971 5600 - Internet: regus.com
Short-term flat rental Herzliya Marina - Tel: +972 544 421444 - Internet: herzliya-marina.com
Information Israel National Tourist Office - Tel: 01 42 61 01 97 - Internet: otisrael.com
A lounge at ... King David Lounge
Volume, light, soft colours and elegant materials: from the moment passengers enter El Al's King David Lounge, they know they're in for a treat. All the more so as the lounge, spread over two floors with a wide view of the runways, offers a wide range of services: computers, printers, faxes and scans, as well as massage seats, a Havana Club for cigar smokers and even a Shinzen Tamares spa where passengers can enjoy a free 20-minute treatment. Other attractions in the King David Lounge include a permanent photo exhibition on the history of El Al and a particularly well-appointed buffet featuring Mediterranean flavours. The First section of the lounge offers the same services to First Class passengers, with the added bonus of extremely comfortable seats and an Olympian calm. There is no press available in the King David Lounge, but the lounge hostess can provide you with a voucher to pick up your newspaper at the Steimatzky Bookstore next door.
