Tiberias, Israel, has 30 hotels, most of which are ideally located on the waterfront of the Sea of Galilee. Aside from outdoor and water activities, guests can explore the restaurants and souvenir shops on the boardwalk, or visit the city's historical and pilgrimage sites, including the River Jordan and the area's hot springs.
The Caesar Premier Tiberias Hotel is located on the promenade of the Sea of Galilee. The facility's 229 guestrooms and nine suites have balconies and views of the water. Guests can exercise in the on-site fitness center, and the hotel's spa also has a spring-water pool to enjoy. Things to do can include exploring the many restaurants and hot springs on the Sea of Galilee's boardwalk. Guests can go canoeing on the River Jordan, and kids will enjoy the Luna Gal water park, which features tube slides, water games and pools.
The Gai Beach Resort Spa Hotel overlooks the mountains of Golan, and is located on the Sea of Galilee's shore. The hotel houses 200 air-conditioned guest rooms, which provide panoramic views of the area. Guests can exercise or relax in the hotel's fitness center, pool, Jacuzzi and spa area. The two on-site restaurants overlook the Sea of Galilee, and serve a selection of different cuisines. During summer months, lake-shore barbecue dinners are organized. The city center is within walking distance of the hotel, as is the pier that gives access to Sea of Galilee pleasure boats. As of October 2010, kids ages 2 to 12 can stay in their parent's room for a 50 percent discount.
The Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias is situated in the heart of Tiberias and overlooks the Sea of Galilee. The facility has a fitness center and spa, and guests are accommodated in 258 modern rooms that all feature balconies and are nonsmoking. Connecting rooms are available on request. Dining can be done in the hotel's two restaurants, which serve international and regional cuisines. Room service is also available. For kids, there is a children's club, which features a large playground and leisure activities. Guests can explore historical and cultural sites in northern Israel such as the Jordan River and the Golan Heights.