Kedma Hotel
Kedma Hotel is a lodging facility in the southern Negev desert region, designed with simple functional lines that blend with the surroundings. The building features light-colored walls, a restaurant, a heated swimming pool, a spa with Turkish bath, and spacious rooms with views of the hills and open landscape.
The nearby town of Sde Boker was chosen by Israel's first Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion, who believed in the possibility of desert development. This settlement became a symbol of transforming the land through human determination and pioneering spirit.
The hotel sits near Sde Boker, a place with deep roots in Israeli history and identity. The area draws visitors interested in learning about desert settlement and the people who have shaped this region.
The hotel serves as a good base for exploring nearby sites like Ein Avdat National Park with canyons and waterfalls, as well as the Mitzpe Ramon Crater. Visitors should plan outings for early hours to enjoy hiking trails and outdoor activities in more comfortable temperatures.
Near the hotel sits an alpaca farm where visitors can pet and feed these exotic animals from the Peruvian Andes. This unexpected desert encounter adds a touch of adventure and memorable interaction to a stay in this remote region.
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