Fodor's Expert Review Nahsholim Seaside Resort

You'd have to travel quite a distance to find a prettier beach cove, though this one is just 30 km (18½ miles) south of Haifa, for a hotel setting; the low-slung white buildings, steps from the beach and separated by lawns with hammocks, contain airy, modern, pastel-hue rooms (many with sea views) and apartments that accommodate up to five people. The hotel and apartments were renovated in 2015, and the 16 boutique rooms built on the beach offer a romantic vacation option. You can enjoy seaside eating at the Rozmarin restaurant. Small islets off the coast attract nesting birds and give nature watchers plenty to see in spring and fall.