The Setai Tel Aviv
Built into Jaffa’s restored Ottoman-era Kishle complex, The Setai Tel Aviv combines 120 rooms with preserved stone architecture, a Turkish-influenced spa and a rooftop infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean.
The Setai Tel Aviv occupies a centuries-old complex beside Jaffa’s Clock Square, incorporating former Ottoman barracks and a historic jailhouse into a carefully restored luxury hotel. Jaffa Port, the flea market, beaches and old stone lanes are all within an easy walk.
The hotel has 120 rooms and suites arranged around courtyards and historic structures. Oak furniture, Turkish carpets, stonework and modern technology allow the accommodations to feel contemporary while retaining the character of the Kishle complex.
A full-service spa draws on the property’s Ottoman heritage through Turkish-bath traditions and restorative treatments. The rooftop infinity pool is the hotel’s most dramatic leisure feature, looking across the Mediterranean and the Tel Aviv coastline.
Kishle Restaurant & Bar operates around the peaceful Lemon Patio, providing breakfast and evening dining in one of the hotel’s most atmospheric spaces. The immediate Jaffa neighborhood offers abundant restaurants and cafés beyond the gates.
The Setai Tel Aviv is best for travelers who want history and neighborhood texture rather than a beachfront tower. The preserved architecture and rooftop pool create a striking bridge between ancient Jaffa and modern Tel Aviv.