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Summary of reviewsBadolina Ein Gedi Glamping is a unique retreat nestled between the mountains and the Dead Sea, offering breathtaking views, particularly during sunrises and sunsets. The serene atmosphere and proximity to key attractions like David Stream Nature Reserve and Mount Masada make it an ideal spot for exploring the natural beauty of the area. Trails around the camp offer beautiful walking opportunities, while the welcoming and peaceful ambiance, supported by friendly and helpful staff, enhances the overall experience.
The breakfast at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping is well-prepared with delicious offerings such as shakshuka being notable highlights. However, guests do feel that the variety could be expanded, especially for those with specific dietary needs. Despite the temporary kitchen renovations limiting the options to sandwiches and salads, guests adapt by bringing their own food and drinks. Nearby dining options, including pizzas and hummus, are simple yet excellent, though some visitors find the breakfast prices a bit high.
Dinner receives positive feedback, particularly for the food truck and bar options which create a relaxed and pleasant dining atmosphere with enjoyable music. While some found the kitchen facilities limited, the presence of a barbecue and utensils is appreciated. The affordability of the meals is seen as fair by Israeli standards, contributing to a chill dining experience.
Accommodation at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping includes clean and comfortable bungalows, cabins and tents, each featuring unique designs and stunning views. Guests appreciate the clean bedding, soft mattresses and effective air conditioning in the cabins. The glamping site’s serene atmosphere and impressive natural surroundings create a charming stay. However, improvements are needed in the cleanliness of sanitary amenities, as some guests noted that the bathrooms and showers require better maintenance.
The staff at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping are consistently praised for their exceptional friendliness and attentiveness, contributing to the welcoming and laid-back environment. Their service-oriented approach and dedication to guest satisfaction significantly enhance the overall experience.
Lastly, the beds at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping are frequently highlighted for their exceptional comfort with wide and spacious mattresses that ensure a good night’s sleep. The clean and cozy bedding, combined with air conditioning, add to the overall comfortable stay.
Overall, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping provides a unique blend of natural beauty, comfortable accommodation and a welcoming atmosphere, making it an exceptional choice for those looking to experience the magic of the Dead Sea and its stunning environment. Show more
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Campground Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Glamping sites often aim for a lower environmental impact compared to traditional hotels. This property's nature suggests a focus on outdoor experience.
Cheap Campground
This campground in Ein Gedi provides a unique, relatively inexpensive experience. The glamping option adds a touch of comfort without the high cost of a hotel.
Campground with Parking
Room Types
Empty lot (Bring your own tent)Empty lot with use of the camping's shared toilets and showers.
BungalowThis air-conditioned bungalow features a seating area, outdoor furniture, sea views and a shared bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.
TentThis air-conditioned tent has a seating area, outdoor furniture, sea views and a shared bathroom. The unit has 8 beds.
Double RoomThis double room is air-conditioned and has a shared bathroom, a seating area and lake views. The unit has 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
Location
Nestled in the heart of nature, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping boasts an extraordinary location that captivates with its breathtaking views and serene atmosphere. The camp's setting, perched between the mountains and overlooking the Dead Sea, offers an enchanting landscape that leaves a lasting impression on all who visit. Guests frequently marvel at the stunning sunrises and sunsets with many describing the views as magical and unforgettable.
Located within easy reach of key attractions like the David Stream Nature Reserve and Mount Masada, this glamping spot is perfectly situated for exploration and enjoyment of the surrounding desert scenery. Trails and routes around the camp provide beautiful walking opportunities and the proximity to the Dead Sea ensures that guests can take advantage of the unique geographical features of the area.
The ambiance of Badolina Ein Gedi is both peaceful and inviting, making it an ideal spot to relax and unwind. Visitors appreciate the quiet location, the friendly and helpful staff and the comfortable accommodation, noting that the camp has a special energy that enhances the overall experience.
The accessibility of this glamping site is another plus with good transport links and proximity to various sightseeing spots. Whether arriving by rental car or public bus, guests find it easy to reach the camp and enjoy their stay amidst the remarkable surroundings.
Overall, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a unique blend of natural beauty, convenience and a welcoming atmosphere, making it an exceptional choice for those looking to experience the magic of the Dead Sea and its incredible environment.
Breakfast
Nestled in a serene location, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a mixed dining experience with a few delectable highlights. Guests frequently praise the breakfast for its delicious and well-prepared dishes, notably enjoying offerings like shakshuka and more hearty options that are both tasty and satisfying. Although the hosts are friendly and accommodating, there is a general sentiment that breakfast options could be expanded, especially for those with specific dietary preferences.
While the restaurant undergoes renovations, alternative options such as tasty sandwiches and salads are available, though some visitors find these slightly overpriced. Access to a nearby great spa is an added benefit for a more complete stay. Despite the temporary limitations due to the closed kitchen, guests often bring their own food and drinks, adding a personalized touch to their glamping experience. For those willing to explore beyond the premises, there's simple yet excellent cuisine, including pizzas and hummus, to enjoy in the vicinity. However, guests seeking a more extensive breakfast menu might find the current offerings a bit pricey and limited in variety.
Dinner
Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a variety of dining experiences for guests. Many reviews highlight the delicious and tasty food available, particularly noting the food truck and bar options. The dining atmosphere is frequently described as relaxed and pleasant with enjoyable music adding to the experience.
Guests had good experiences with both dinner and breakfast, finding the meals delicious and the prices fairly normal by Israeli standards. While some found the food basic or average, others were pleasantly surprised by the quality given the affordability.
There were mixed reviews regarding the kitchen's availability and utensils with some expressing dissatisfaction over the limited selection and non-functioning kitchen, which primarily offered sandwiches and pizza. Despite this, the presence of a barbecue and kitchen facilities was appreciated by those who opted to cook their meals.
For those seeking a more varied or exciting menu, there are other dining options nearby with one guest particularly noting a very good meal at a neighboring hotel. Overall, the convenience and quality of food at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping make it a decent choice for travelers with the chill ambiance and relatively inexpensive offerings adding to its appeal.
Rooms
Nestled in the scenic beauty of Ein Gedi, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a variety of accommodations that blend simplicity with comfort. The bungalows, cabins and tents are praised for their cleanliness, unique design and views that extend directly from the bed. Many guests highlight the comfortable and air-conditioned cabins, which come equipped with cozy beds, clean bedding and additional amenities like soft mattresses, electrical connections and effective air conditioning units.
The atmosphere of the glamping site is frequently noted as being serene and beautiful with a location that offers a privileged connection to nature. The attention to detail in the accommodations, from the clean and well-maintained facilities to the creative design elements, adds to the overall appeal.
However, some reviews mention that certain facilities, like the sanitary amenities and some showers and restrooms, require better cleanliness and updates. The compact size of some rooms is also noted but is generally regarded as suitable for sleeping and luggage.
Overall, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a comfortable, clean and aesthetically pleasing stay with the added charm of its natural surroundings and the originality of its glamping concept.
Beds
Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a comfortable sleeping experience with clean bed linen and spacious bed sizes. Guests frequently praise the exceptionally comfortable and cozy beds, including the highly recommended 2x2m beds in the bungalows. The tents and bungalows both provide thick and comfortable mattresses, contributing to a good night's sleep. While some mentioned that the beds were not the most comfortable, the majority found them quite comfy with some guests highlighting the excellent mattresses and comfortable pillows. Additionally, wide beds paired with air conditioning add to the overall cozy and pleasant stay at this glamping site.
Cleanliness
Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping offers a mixed experience when it comes to cleanliness. Many guests have praised the place for being clean and well taken care of with phrases like "clean and well taken care of" and "everything was incredibly clean" highlighting the positive aspects. The clean and organized facilities, along with clean rooms, add a pleasant touch to the stay. Visitors also appreciated the welcoming atmosphere created by the attentive team.
However, there are areas that could use improvement, particularly the bathrooms and showers. There were mentions of these areas being "filthy" or "not very clean." The showers and toilets, in particular, seemed to have an inconsistent level of cleanliness with some guests finding them clean and spacious, while others noted that they were not well-maintained. The bedding also received a few complaints about being dirty.
In summary, while Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping generally maintains a good level of cleanliness, attention is needed in maintaining the sanitary facilities to ensure a more uniformly positive experience for all guests.
Staff
Guests at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping consistently praise the staff for their exceptional friendliness, attentiveness and helpfulness. Descriptions of the team frequently mention their youth and service-oriented approach, contributing to an overall welcoming and laid-back atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the staff's willingness to go out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay, being readily available to assist with any problems or questions that arise. Words like "amazing," "wonderful," and "fantastic" are often used to describe the personnel, noting their ability to create a fun and humorous environment. Although there was one mention of the staff not recommending places of interest, the overwhelming sentiment celebrates their kindness, flexibility and dedication to guest satisfaction. The positive interactions with the staff significantly enhance the experience, making the glamping site feel both inviting and well-maintained.
No, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping.
No, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping.
No, Badolina Ein Gedi Glamping doesn't have a gym.