Tel Aviv · Israel
Abraham Tel Aviv
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It's not common for me to write a revrew of this magnitude. We visited the Abraham Hostel in Tel Aviv for 2 nights and 3 days. Location: on the brinks of southern Tel Aviv, located right in between all of the most attractive tourist and non tourist attractions. We parked our car when we arrived and didn't move it until we left, as everything was a walk away. Arrival: We arrived at about 3PM. We were greeted by a very professional and good vibe happy staff. Check in was a breeze, the staff let us know about local events (at the hostel and outside of it). We got our Nfc keys and headed up to our room. The room: The pictures online do not do any justice with the rooms they provide. Unfortunately I did not take any pictures of the room. It is EXTREMELY clean, well air conditioned, easily passes the bed bug test, the shower is very spacious, strong water pressure, unlimited hot water, liquid soap dispenser and clean mirror. The room also had a mini fridge that was spotless, a tray with instant and Turkish coffee, tea and sugar. Also four mugs. Each floor has vending machines which are reasonably priced. They accept credit cards and cash. The Bar(s): Three bars to choose from! One is right across the reception area, the other is in the lounge and the third one is on the rooftop (more to come about that!) They offer a few types of draft beer and bottled beer as well. They have a very nice alcohol menu in general. The prices at the bar are well below average for the area. The bars also offer munchies, although I didn't have any, they looked great and I regret not trying them. The rooftop is a gem. It is well planned with the bar, lots of comfortable seating around the bar, a great view of Tel Aviv, the amazing guests add so much to the rooftop fun. The lounge is open for breakfast, from 7:30AM. They offer a wide variety of fresh vegetables, cheese, cereals, yogurt, hard boiled eggs, tahini, hummus, pesto, fresh sour dough bread and much, much more. Also available are automatic espresso/latte machines, orange juice and lemonade from the tap. For people who are in dorms, the lounge offers collective refrigerators so they can also keep their food fresh. There is a pool table, pinball machine, lots of activities that the staff and other guests arrange. This is an extremely honest review, and I am looking forward to visit the rest of their hostels in Israel. Especially Eilat. Thank you Abraham hostel. You made our trip to Tel Aviv fun. We did NOT expect to spend so much time indoors, but as I said earlier, it's just so.. peaceful.
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Vibe Analysis
Abraham Tel Aviv is a big, central hostel with a lot going on: large lounge areas, a shared kitchen, bars, a rooftop, tours, pub crawls, language nights, dancing classes, games, and other night activity. It suits travelers who want a busy base with space to hang out, cook, book trips, and land in Tel Aviv without paying hotel money. The atmosphere can be social and relaxed, with a wide age mix rather than a tiny backpacker bubble. The murals, common areas, rooftop, and event calendar give it more identity than a plain bed warehouse, though the size can also make it feel anonymous or spread thin. Rooms are generally basic. Private and shared rooms exist, and the location is a major strength, with restaurants, central Tel Aviv, and beach access within reach. The tradeoff is that comfort and upkeep can be uneven: expect a functional, high-traffic hostel, not a polished boutique stay.
Signals to check
- Cleanliness can be a serious weak spot, especially in kitchens, shared bathrooms, showers, floors, and older room areas.
- Maintenance issues may include mold, clogged or leaky showers, dated rooms, broken fixtures, and worn common spaces.
- Dorm beds may lack curtains or privacy, and triple bunks or top bunks can feel awkward or unsafe.
- Service can be inconsistent, with smooth help from some staff and cold, rude, or slow handling in other situations.
- Noise can be an issue from roads, bars, concerts, events, hallways, or thin room soundproofing.
- Breakfast and kitchen setup can be hit or miss, including self-washed dishes and limited or messy shared facilities.
- Lockers, luggage storage, laundry, tours, shuttles, and paid activities may need extra caution before relying on them.