Quick Answer: Rosh Hashanah 2026 = September 11-13 (3 holiday days). Villa for 8-10 people: From ₪2,800/night. Recommended to book by mid-August. Perfect weather, sea water 27°. Home-cooked meal in a villa = the win.
Updated: June 2026 · Prices valid for Rosh Hashanah 2026
Rosh Hashanah in Eilat — Why This is the Weekend You're Looking For
3 consecutive holiday days. Still summer weather. Heated pools. Kids after two weeks of school — need a blast. A family villa in Eilat = the solution.
More than 40% of families from the North choose Eilat for Rosh Hashanah (Livo survey 2025). Best to book by early August to snag the villas with the big pools.
Dates and Exact Schedule
- Erev Rosh Hashanah: Friday, September 11, 2026 — Holiday begins ~18:20
- 1st Day of Rosh Hashanah: Saturday, September 12
- 2nd Day of Rosh Hashanah: Sunday, September 13 — Holiday ends ~19:25
- Holiday Vacation Days: 3 days (Friday-Sunday) — The holiday falls on the weekend
Peak traffic to Eilat: Evening of 10.9, morning of 11.9. Peak traffic from Eilat: Motzei Chag 13.9 (after ~19:25).
Tip: Leaving the Central region at 04:00-05:00 on Friday 11.9 = arriving before 09:00 = avoiding 90% of traffic jams.
Rosh Hashanah 2026 Villa Prices — Verified
| Villa Size | 2-Night Package (11-13.9) | Additional for 3 Nights |
|---|---|---|
| 6-8 people + pool | ₪5,400-7,200 | +₪2,400-3,400 |
| 8-10 people + pool | ₪5,600-9,000 | +₪2,800-4,500 |
| 12-15 people + large pool | ₪8,000-13,000 | +₪4,000-6,500 |
| 18-25 people (event villa) | ₪12,000-19,000 | +₪6,000-9,500 |
Cheaper than Sukkot: Rosh Hashanah = 2-3 nights (not 5-7) = less demand pressure. Cheaper than Passover: Early autumn = before the season.
Save Gold:
- 5-Night Package (10-15.9): Rosh Hashanah + weekend = 12-18% discount per night.
- Early Booking (before July 1): 10% automatic discount on Livo with the "Early Bird" tag.
Rosh Hashanah Meal in Eilat — 3 Options
Option 1: Home Catering in the Villa (The Winner)
- Cost: From ₪280/person (traditional meat menu)
- Includes: Stuffed fish, beef roast, rice, salads, simanim, wine/grape juice, challah
- Requirements: 14 days advance booking, kosher certification upon request (Mehadrin / Eilat Rabbinate)
- Why it's the winner: Long, quiet family meal, kids can get up and return, homey atmosphere
Option 2: Holiday Meal at a Hotel
- Cost: From ₪650/person
- Includes: Traditional buffet meal, wine served, multi-family holiday Seder
- Recommended Hotels: Queen of Sheba, Astral Maris, Royal Beach
- Requirements: 21 days advance booking
- Disadvantage: Crowded, noisy, kids get tired, quick meal
Option 3: Private Kosher Restaurant
- Cost: From ₪380/person
- Includes: Special luxury holiday menu, wine served
- Requirements: 14 days advance booking
- Why it's good for couples: Luxury evening without planning, kids served but mainly kosher
3-Day Itinerary — Ready to Go
Day 1 — Erev Rosh Hashanah (11.9)
- Before the holiday (17:00-18:00): Last supermarket run, fruit, flowers for the villa
- Holiday time (18:20): Candle lighting, Mikvah (if traditional)
- Maariv prayer (19:30-20:30): Nearby synagogue / hotel district
- Holiday meal (20:30): Simanim, fish head, long family meal
- Night (22:00+): Kids to bed, adults to the villa courtyard (no music in most places)
Day 2 — 1st Day of Rosh Hashanah (12.9)
- Shacharit (07:00-09:30): Long prayer
- Kiddush + holiday breakfast (10:00-11:30): Fish, salad, wine
- Rest (15:00-16:30): 1st day of Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbat — Tashlich is postponed to Sunday
- Mincha + Maariv (17:30-19:00): Synagogue
- Second meal (19:30): Fish, roast, second simanim
Day 3 — 2nd Day of Rosh Hashanah (13.9)
- Shacharit (07:00-09:30): Prayer
- Kiddush + holiday breakfast (10:00):
- Tashlich (15:00-16:30) — This year on Sunday, because the 1st day fell on Shabbat
- Mincha / Maariv prayer (18:30-19:30): Holiday ends ~19:25
- Return home (21:00-22:00): Or stay an extra night (school resumes on 14.9)
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FAQ
When is Rosh Hashanah 2026?
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Friday, September 11, 2026. Rosh Hashanah Day 1: Saturday, 12.9. Rosh Hashanah Day 2: Sunday, 13.9. Total of 3 consecutive holiday days. Peak departure: evening of 10.9 + morning of 11.9. Peak return: Motzei Chag 13.9.
How much does a villa for Rosh Hashanah in Eilat cost?
A villa for 8-10 people with a pool: From ₪2,800/night (2-night package from ₪5,600). A large villa (12+ people): From ₪4,000/night. Lower price than Sukkot (because it's shorter), 30% lower than Passover.
Are restaurants open on Rosh Hashanah in Eilat?
Main kosher options: Most hotels offer a traditional holiday meal (from ₪380/person).
What is the weather like in Eilat for Rosh Hashanah 2026?
Early autumn: Days around 37°C, nights around 25°C, sea water 27-28°C. The summery end of the month — pools are suitable for long swims. Zero chance of rain.
What is the best meal for Rosh Hashanah in Eilat?
A home-cooked meal in a villa (kosher catering from ₪280/person) = the win. The time you have with your family without a clock. Alternative: 5* hotel (from ₪650/person) — a buffet experience but rushed and crowded.
Does the villa include a holiday Seder / Simanim?
About 50% of villas in Shachamon include basic planning for a holiday meal (12-person table, dishes, glasses). You'll bring / get the Simanim, food, and cups from catering. Livo explicitly states whether a villa is suitable for hosting a 'holiday meal'.
Should I choose a villa or a hotel for Rosh Hashanah?
A villa for a family (4+ people): Saves 25-35% compared to a hotel, allows for a home-cooked meal, private pool, time flexibility. A hotel for couples only: full service, spa, luxurious weekend. A villa wins when there's an extended family or a kosher kitchen is needed.
What to do in Eilat on Rosh Hashanah with kids?
Waterland Water Park, Dolphin Reef, North Beach, Hai-Bar Nature Reserve.
עודכן לאחרונה: October 1, 2026