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Villa Galilee – Boutique Hotel & Spa in Safed

A peaceful retreat of views and spa in the heart of the Galilee

Villa Galilee is a historic boutique estate set on the peak of Safed, where breathtaking Galilean landscapes meet classic French design and refined hospitality. The hotel offers panoramic views of the Sea of Galilee, the Galilee mountains, and Mount Hermon, alongside 24 rooms and suites designed in an elegant rustic style, featuring private balconies and large windows facing nature.

At the heart of the experience is a luxurious Galil Spa, offering a private jacuzzi, Turkish hammam, dry sauna, heated pool, and elegant treatment rooms, all creating a space of relaxation and renewal. The day ends at SUMAC chef restaurant, led by Chef Gad Olshinsky, serving kosher Galilean cuisine with modern French touches, overlooking stunning mountain views.

A place where history, nature, design, and culinary art come together for an intimate, luxurious, and unforgettable stay.

In short: Villa Galilee is a boutique hotel and spa on Mount Canaan, at the highest point of Safed (106 HaGdud HaShlishi Street), about 4 km from the Old City. 24 French-style rooms and suites, some with a jacuzzi and balcony, overlooking the Sea of Galilee, the Galilee hills and Mount Hermon. A spa with a Turkish hammam, dry sauna, jacuzzi and treatment rooms, a heated outdoor pool, a wine room and the kosher chef restaurant SUMAC, under the supervision of the Safed Rabbinate. Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00, private parking for hotel guests. An adults-only hotel, best suited to couples.

Why book through Unique Hotels: official-site rates, booking directly with the hotel, payment at the hotel and a flexible cancellation policy. Current offers · more boutique hotels in the north · adults-only hotels in Israel · Read: inside the French-style rooms of Villa Galilee. Updated: October 2026.

Why book Villa Galilee?

Breathtaking Views
Villa Galilee is set at the highest point in Safed, offering spectacular 360 degree panoramic views of the mystical Old City, the Galilee mountains, and the Sea of Galilee. Each room features an intimate balcony, inviting a deep connection with the surrounding nature.

SUMAC Restaurant
The hotel’s chef restaurant, led by Chef Gad Olshinsky, offers authentic kosher Galilean cuisine with a modern French twist. SUMAC is kosher under the Safed local rabbinate and overlooks stunning views of Mount Hermon.

Hotel Facilities
A heated pool with panoramic views of the valley and a spa offering luxurious, indulgent treatments.

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What guests say about Villa Galilee

★★★★★  4.3 out of 5 on Google · 899 reviews (October 2026) · All reviews

★★★★★

“The boutique hotel is lovely and quiet, the lobby has old-school European charm. The rooms were spacious, clean, with new and comfortable beds.”

Michelle · Google review, translated · August 2026

★★★★★

“What a stunning boutique hotel! Warm, personal service. The pool and spa area are great fun and the massage was wonderful.”

Gali · Google review, translated · August 2026

★★★★★

“Everything was simply perfect, from reception to the staff, who were lovely and friendly.”

Ofir · Google review, translated · September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Villa Galilee

At 106 HaGdud HaShlishi Street in Safed, on Mount Canaan, the highest point of the city, about 4 km from the Old City of Safed. The hotel overlooks the Sea of Galilee, the Galilee hills and Mount Hermon. Guests have private parking (subject to availability) and a 24/7 reception. Hotel phone: +972-4-6999563.

A historic boutique estate in classic French style with only 24 rooms and suites, balconies and 360-degree views over Safed, the Galilee and the Sea of Galilee. The grounds include a spa, a heated pool, a wine room and a kosher chef restaurant, so a whole holiday can be spent without leaving the hotel.

Yes. The hotel’s chef restaurant SUMAC is kosher under the supervision of the Safed Rabbinate and serves Galilean cuisine with French touches, led by chef Gad Olshinsky. Breakfast is served in the restaurant, and dinner is open to outside diners as well.

A jacuzzi, a Turkish hammam, a dry sauna and treatment rooms, alongside a heated outdoor pool facing the view (pool opening times vary by season). Some rooms and suites have a private jacuzzi. Treatments are best booked in advance, by phone: +972-4-6999563.

Check-in from 15:00 (on Shabbat and holidays: after they begin), check-out by 11:00 (on Shabbat and holidays: by 15:00). Payment is made on arrival at the hotel.

Villa Galilee is an adults-only hotel: according to the hotel, it hosts guests aged 15 and over, except for special periods arranged directly with the hotel. That makes it especially suited to a quiet couples’ getaway.

Prices depend on the room type and dates. Current offers are shown on this page, and the exact price for your dates appears in the booking engine. Booking through Unique Hotels gives you the official-site rate. All current offers.

Click “Book now”, choose your dates and room, and complete the booking in the Unique Hotels booking engine, directly with the hotel.

Useful information about Villa Galilee

106 HaGdud HaShlishi Street, Safed

  • Check in from 3:00 PM
    On Saturday/holiday: after the start of Sabbath/holiday
  • Check out until 11:00 AM
    On Saturday/holiday: until 3:00 PM
  • Guests from age 15; in summer and holidays children from 13 by prior arrangement
  • Non smoking throughout the hotel
  • Kosher under the supervision of the Safed Rabbinate
  • Private parking for hotel guests (subject to availability)
  • Breakfast
  • Free WiFi throughout the hotel
  • 24/7 reception
  • Spa
  • Jacuzzi
  • Dry sauna
  • Turkish hammam
  • Seasonal heated pool (April to Sukkot)
  • Non smoking
  • Elevator and wheelchair access to first-floor rooms
  • Events space
  • Lounge and coffee & tea corner
  • Seating area
  • Work desk
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Balcony in some rooms
  • Slippers
  • Flat screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Wake up service
  • Towels and linens
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Coffee and tea set
  • Safe
  • A Jacuzzi in some rooms