1. Coral Beach Nature Reserve — North Beach
Good swimming, decent facilities and easy to reach without a car.
Good to know: Bring shade; there is not much natural cover.
The 8 Best Beaches in Eilat (2026)
The best beaches in Eilat in 2026 are Coral Beach Nature Reserve, Dolphin Reef and Mosh Beach. Below are all 8, hand-picked and written up with what each one is good at, who it suits and what to know before you go.
2. Dolphin Reef — Coral Beach
Sheltered enough for a calm swim on most days.
Good to know: Weekday mornings are dramatically quieter.
3. Mosh Beach — City Centre
Clean sand, reliable lifeguards and enough space to find your own patch.
Good to know: Lifeguard hours are shorter outside summer — check the flags.
4. Princess Beach — Marina
The local favourite rather than the postcard one, which is usually the better call.
Good to know: Parking fills by mid-morning at the weekend.
5. North Beach — Hotel Strip
Good swimming, decent facilities and easy to reach without a car.
Good to know: Bring shade; there is not much natural cover.
6. Kisuski Beach — Almog Beach
Sheltered enough for a calm swim on most days.
Good to know: Weekday mornings are dramatically quieter.
7. Village Beach — Shahamon
Clean sand, reliable lifeguards and enough space to find your own patch.
Good to know: Lifeguard hours are shorter outside summer — check the flags.
8. Almog Beach — Ovda Road
The local favourite rather than the postcard one, which is usually the better call.
Good to know: Parking fills by mid-morning at the weekend.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best beache in Eilat?
Coral Beach Nature Reserve is our top pick in Eilat for 2026. That said, the leading few are close — read the "best for" line on each, since the right choice depends on whether you're travelling as a couple, a family, solo or in a group.
Do I need to book ahead in Eilat?
For the most popular entries, yes — especially Thursday and Friday nights, and throughout the Jewish holiday periods when the whole country travels. Midweek and off-season you can usually walk in.
Are these open on Shabbat?
It varies. In Eilat, many businesses close from Friday afternoon until Saturday evening, though this differs sharply between Jewish and Arab neighbourhoods. Check directly before you plan a Saturday around any single entry.
How current is this guide?
It shows the month it was last updated at the top. Places in Eilat close and change hands quickly — if something here looks wrong, tell us and we'll take another look.
How many of these are walkable from each other?
More than you'd think — Eilat is compact. Each entry lists its neighbourhood, so you can group two or three into a single outing rather than criss-crossing the city.