{
 "name": "Kosher Hotels in Israel — Verified Kashrus Dataset",
 "publisher": "JRM Hotels — Jerusalem Kosher Concierge",
 "homepage": "https://jrmhotels.com/kosher-hotels-israel/",
 "description": "Every full-service kosher hotel we track in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Netanya, Tiberias, the Dead Sea, and Bnei Brak — with the exact current certification (hechsher), Shabbos infrastructure, and the date each claim was last verified against the hotel’s own kashrus statements or Rabbanut-level sources. Hotels that could not be verified as fully kosher are not in this dataset. Hechsher overlays (Chalav Yisrael, Pas Yisrael, yashan) vary by hotel and season — confirm for your dates.",
 "attribution": "Free to cite and reuse with a link to https://jrmhotels.com/kosher-hotels-israel/ — © JRM Hotels, verification dates as stated per hotel.",
 "contact": "booking@jrmhotels.com",
 "updated": "June 10, 2026",
 "sourceArchives": {
  "israel": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-israel-2026-06-10.json",
  "jerusalem": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json",
  "note": "Raw verification records with the full per-claim evidence, exact quotes, and excluded/unconfirmed hotels."
 },
 "hotelCount": 80,
 "hotels": [
  {
   "name": "Haneviim Boutique",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Badatz Eida HaChareidis",
   "hechsher": "Badatz Eida HaChareidis",
   "hechsherNote": "Glatt LeMehadrin year-round. Pesach: non-kitniyos, non-gebrochts, Shmura Matza throughout; Shemita LeChumra produce when applicable.",
   "neighborhood": "Haneviim St, central Jerusalem",
   "locationNotes": "~25–30 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-site shul · men’s and women’s mikveh in the building · rabbi on premises · Shabbos check-in/checkout windows",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families who need the strictest standard without giving up location",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/hotels/haneviim-boutique",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json"
  },
  {
   "name": "Prima Palace",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Badatz Agudat Yisrael",
   "hechsher": "Badatz Agudat Yisrael",
   "hechsherNote": "Mehadrin supervision; homestyle kosher kitchen.",
   "neighborhood": "Pines St, near Geulah and Mea Shearim",
   "locationNotes": "~30–35 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-site shul with daily minyanim · men’s mikveh on-site · daily Daf Yomi · netilas-yadayim basins in most rooms",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families who want to stay in the frum heart of the city",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/hotels/prima-palace",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json"
  },
  {
   "name": "Yirmiyahu 33",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Mehadrin — HaRav Efrati",
   "hechsherNote": "Mashgiach Temidi (full-time supervisor on premises whenever the kitchen operates).",
   "neighborhood": "Romema, entrance to the city",
   "locationNotes": "taxi or light rail (~45 min on foot)",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-site shul and kiddush hall · separate-hours pool and spa (closed Shabbos/Yom Tov) · mammad on every floor",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Mehadrin kashrus with full resort amenities in a new building",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/hotels/yirmiyahu-33",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json"
  },
  {
   "name": "Jerusalem Gate Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Badatz Mehadrin Rabbanut Yerushalayim + OU",
   "hechsherNote": "Glatt kosher; the dual hechsher serves families across a range of standards.",
   "neighborhood": "Romema, by the central bus station",
   "locationNotes": "light rail or taxi",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-property minyan · direct indoor access to Center One mall",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Large groups and budget-conscious families — 298 rooms",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/hotels/jerusalem-gate",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json"
  },
  {
   "name": "Prima Kings Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim — Glatt Mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "The official site states Glatt Mehadrin under the Jerusalem Rabbinate — with the most explicitly written Shabbos policies of any Jerusalem hotel.",
   "neighborhood": "King George / Ramban, opposite the Great Synagogue",
   "locationNotes": "~30 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevator · shul active on Shabbos and Yom Tov · post-Shabbos checkout at no charge",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "The classic Anglo frum-family value pick in the city center",
   "url": "https://www.prima-hotels-israel.com/prima-kings-jerusalem-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.prima-hotels-israel.com/prima-kings-jerusalem-hotel (official page, raw HTML fetched June 9, 2026 — page 403s for bots but full text retrieved via curl); corroborated by https://www.itraveljerusalem.com/accommodation/prima-kings-hotel ('glatt mehadrin kosher kitchens... certification by the Jerusalem Rabbinate', seen June 2026) and Plan It Israel mehadrin list"
  },
  {
   "name": "Cassia Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": "formerly the King Solomon Hotel — rebranded February 2023 after a three-year renovation",
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim — Glatt Kosher Mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "Most directories still list it under the old King Solomon name. Its official Shabbos page confirms Glatt Mehadrin, a shul on premises, and Shabbat elevators.",
   "neighborhood": "King David St, facing the Old City walls",
   "locationNotes": "~25 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevators · lower floors reachable by ≤2 flights of stairs · shul on premises",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "A renovated boutique-wellness stay at mehadrin level near Mamilla",
   "url": "https://www.cassiahotels.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.cassiahotels.com/en/hotel/sabbath (official 'For Sabbath Observers' page, raw HTML fetched June 9, 2026); corroborated by https://planitisrael.com/mehadrin-hotels-israel/ ('Cassia — Glatt Kosher Mehadrin certified and supervised by the Jerusalem Rabbinate', seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Vert Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": "formerly Ramada Jerusalem",
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Mehadrin (main kitchen)",
   "hechsherNote": "Chalav Yisrael and enhanced meat standards in the main kitchen; we confirm café and lobby arrangements per booking.",
   "neighborhood": "Ruppin Bridge, by Mount Herzl",
   "locationNotes": "taxi or light rail",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos arrangements confirmed per booking · large-group capacity",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Conferences, simchas, and groups that need scale at mehadrin level",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/ramada-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json"
  },
  {
   "name": "Hotel Litov",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "Chalav Yisrael, enhanced meat and dairy standards.",
   "neighborhood": "Beis Yisroel, steps from Mea Shearim",
   "locationNotes": "~35 min walk (Geulah ~5 min)",
   "shabbos": "Walking distance to the minyanim and mikvaos of Geulah/Mea Shearim",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Staying inside the chareidi heart of Jerusalem on a budget",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/hotel-litov-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\hotel-litov-jerusalem.astro (our published research, page marked Verified April 2026; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Hotel Lev Yerushalayim",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Mehadrin (Kosher LeMehadrin)",
   "hechsherNote": "Suite hotel; mehadrin kitchen.",
   "neighborhood": "King George St, central Jerusalem",
   "locationNotes": "~25 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · hotplate in the dining room · on-site shul · inside the eruv",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Mid-tier families wanting suites and walking-distance shuls",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/hotel-lev-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://jrmhotels.com/data/verification-jerusalem-2026-06-09.json"
  },
  {
   "name": "Ganei Hotel Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "Chalav Yisrael standard; solid for most mehadrin families but not Badatz Eida.",
   "neighborhood": "Kiryat Moshe / Givat Shaul edge",
   "locationNotes": "taxi or bus (~25–30 min ride)",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · neighborhood minyanim and mikveh in walking distance · pools and health club",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget-sensitive families; popular weekday base for split-stay trips",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/ganei-hotel-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\ganei-hotel-jerusalem.astro (our published research, page marked Verified April 2026; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Grand Court Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Whole hotel supervised with an in-house mashgiach; dairy is Mehadrin — but the hotel is not hotel-wide mehadrin.",
   "neighborhood": "St. George St, Morasha — north of the Old City",
   "locationNotes": "~20 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevator · in-hotel shul · in-house mashgiach",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Value near Mea Shearim and the Old City for families comfortable with standard Rabbanut",
   "url": "https://www.grandhotels-israel.com/grand-court-hotel-jerusalem-facilities",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.grandhotels-israel.com/grand-court-hotel-jerusalem-facilities (official site, seen June 2026); absence from mehadrin lists cross-checked at https://planitisrael.com/mehadrin-hotels-israel/ (June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Caesar Premier Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "The official site states standard Jerusalem Rabbinate supervision. Agency listings calling it “mehadrin” refer to specific Pesach programs at most — don’t rely on them.",
   "neighborhood": "Jaffa Rd, by the central bus station",
   "locationNotes": "taxi or light rail (Geulah ~15 min on foot)",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevator · synagogue",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Transit convenience and Geulah access at a moderate price",
   "url": "https://www.caesarpremier.com/caesar-jerusalem-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.caesarhotels.co.il/caesar-jerusalem-hotel (official Hebrew site, seen June 2026); English site https://www.caesarpremier.com/caesar-jerusalem-hotel (June 2026). Conflicting mehadrin claims: https://www.ctravel.co.il/hotels/caesar-jerusalem and https://www.kipa.co.il Pesach 2026 listing (not relied on)."
  },
  {
   "name": "Montefiore Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": "formerly Hotel HaNagid",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Confirmed kosher at standard Rabbanut level on both its Hebrew and English official pages — the directories labeling it mehadrin are out of date.",
   "neighborhood": "Shatz St, downtown",
   "locationNotes": "~30 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos arrangements not published — verify directly before relying on them",
   "priceBand": "$",
   "bestFor": "A budget downtown boutique for travelers comfortable with standard Rabbanut",
   "url": "https://smarthotels.co.il/en/our-hotels/montefiore/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://smarthotels.co.il/en/our-hotels/montefiore/ (official English page, fetched June 9, 2026: 'Kosher, certified by the Jerusalem Rabbinate') + official Hebrew page smarthotels.co.il (fetched June 9, 2026: 'כשר רבנות ירושלים' in the breakfast/dining FAQ)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Herbert Samuel Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Jerusalem Rabbinate certificate with a listed mashgiach; not mehadrin.",
   "neighborhood": "Shamai St, Zion Square",
   "locationNotes": "~20 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevator · Shabbos meals in the dining room · shuls 2 min away on Yoel Moshe Salomon St",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "An upscale boutique base in the heart of town",
   "url": "https://herbertsamuel.com/en/herbert-samuel-jerusalem-hotel/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://herbertsamuel.com/en/herbert-samuel-jerusalem-hotel/good-to-know/ (official site text seen via search snippet June 2026 — page blocks bot fetch); https://rabanut.org.il/%D7%9E%D7%9C%D7%95%D7%9F-%D7%94%D7%A8%D7%91%D7%A8%D7%98-%D7%A1%D7%9E%D7%95%D7%90%D7%9C/ (Jerusalem Religious Council page w/ mashgiach, seen June 2026); https://www.tripadvisor.com/FAQ_Answers-g293983-d8607480-t4011502-Hi_I_d_like_to_book_at_this_hotel_Can_you.html (regular not Mehadrin)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Theatron Jerusalem Hotel & Spa",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Opened 2023 (MGallery). The hotel states all-mehadrin ingredients with a mashgiach on site — on a standard Rabbanut certificate. Not mehadrin-certified.",
   "neighborhood": "Chopin St, Talbiyeh — by the Jerusalem Theatre",
   "locationNotes": "~35 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Beis knesses in the hotel · in-room Shabbos lighting setting · sukkah on Sukkos · Shabbat elevator unconfirmed — we verify per booking",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "New five-star spa luxury for observant guests",
   "url": "https://theatronhotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://theatronhotel.com/ (official site: 'Kashrut Rabbanut Yerushalayim with all Mehadrin ingredients and mashgiach on site', seen June 2026); https://easy.co.il/en/page/27153304 (listed as kosher, local rabbanut — regular, seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Orient Hotel Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Isrotel’s flagship; fully kosher kitchen with Shabbos infrastructure. Agency sites calling it “mehadrin” are not supported by its certification.",
   "neighborhood": "Emek Refaim, German Colony",
   "locationNotes": "~30 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevator (auto on Friday night) · on-site synagogue · Shabbos clocks on request",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Luxury with serious Shabbos infrastructure in the German Colony",
   "url": "https://www.isrotel.com/isrotel-hotels/jerusalem/orient/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://rabanut.org.il/%D7%9E%D7%9C%D7%95%D7%9F-%D7%90%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%99%D7%A0%D7%98/ (Jerusalem Religious Council page, seen via search June 2026 — site blocks bot fetch); https://easy.co.il/en/page/26371056 (label: kosher, local rabbanut, seen June 2026); https://www.isrotel.com/main/jerusalemkosherhotels/ (fully kosher kitchen + Shabbat elevators, seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Mamilla Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Kashrut under the Jerusalem Rabbinate; the closest luxury hotel to the Kotel — and not mehadrin.",
   "neighborhood": "Mamilla, steps from Jaffa Gate",
   "locationNotes": "~15 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbat elevator · in-room Shabbos lighting setting · Shabbos meals served",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Design-led luxury with the shortest Shabbos walk to the Kotel",
   "url": "https://www.mamillahotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.mamillahotel.com/ (official site, 'Kashrut is under the supervision of the Jerusalem Rabbinate', seen June 2026); corroborated by https://rabanut.org.il/%D7%9E%D7%9C%D7%95%D7%9F-%D7%9E%D7%9E%D7%99%D7%9C%D7%90/ (Jerusalem Religious Council listing, seen June 2026) and https://planitisrael.com/mehadrin-hotels-israel/ (Mamilla not on Mehadrin list, seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "The David Citadel Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": "formerly the Hilton Jerusalem (renamed 2001)",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim",
   "hechsherNote": "Not mehadrin hotel-wide — but the Veranda meat restaurant states Rav Rubin and Rav Landa approved meats, Bishul Beit Yosef, and Shmitta LeChumra under the hotel’s rav.",
   "neighborhood": "King David St, opposite Mamilla Mall",
   "locationNotes": "~20 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Four Shabbat elevators · communal Friday-night dinner · in-house minyan unconfirmed — we verify per booking",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Luxury simcha and anniversary trips with walkable Kotel access",
   "url": "https://www.thedavidcitadel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.thedavidcitadel.com/eat-drink/veranda/ (official site, seen June 2026 — Veranda certification quote); https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24509-david_citadel_hotel-Reviews-jerusalem-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (Rabbanut Rashit, seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "King David Hotel",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "The 1931 landmark. Not a chareidi-oriented property; we confirm current supervision in writing per booking.",
   "neighborhood": "King David St, by Yemin Moshe",
   "locationNotes": "~25 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator reported — we confirm the current arrangement in writing before booking",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Prestige and history with Old City views",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/king-david-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\king-david-jerusalem.astro (our published research; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Inbal Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Satisfies most modern-Orthodox and dati-leumi families; not Badatz-tier. Note: the pool runs no separate swim hours.",
   "neighborhood": "Talbieh, by Liberty Bell Park",
   "locationNotes": "~20 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator on Shabbos and Yom Tov · on-site shul active Shabbos/Yom Tov",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "A quiet five-star neighborhood stay away from the tourist corridors",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/inbal-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\inbal-jerusalem.astro (our published research; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Dan Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": "formerly the Regency / Hyatt Jerusalem",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Hechsher level verified in writing per booking.",
   "neighborhood": "Mount Scopus",
   "locationNotes": "taxi or transit required",
   "shabbos": "On-site shul plus ballroom minyan for big groups · Shabbos elevator verified per booking",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Large multi-family groups and organized tours that value space and views",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/dan-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\dan-jerusalem.astro (our published research; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Plaza Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": "formerly the Sheraton Plaza",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Mainstream kosher tourist hotel; supervision details can change between seasons — verified per booking.",
   "neighborhood": "King George St, beside Independence Park",
   "locationNotes": "~25 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-site synagogue · seasonal pool (confirm separate hours per booking)",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Central-location itineraries spanning the Old City and the modern center",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/leonardo-plaza-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\leonardo-plaza-jerusalem.astro (our published research; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem",
   "city": "Jerusalem",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Yerushalayim (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut — level verified per booking",
   "hechsherNote": "Kosher supervision with an on-site mashgiach and three kosher restaurants; the exact hechsher level has varied over time, so we confirm it directly before every booking.",
   "neighborhood": "Gershon Agron St, by Mamilla / Jaffa Gate",
   "locationNotes": "~20 min walk",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos-mode elevators · on-site shul with Shabbos services",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "The highest-end hotel experience Jerusalem offers",
   "url": "https://jrmhotels.com/properties/waldorf-astoria-jerusalem",
   "verified": "April 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "C:\\Users\\josep\\jrm-hotels\\site\\src\\pages\\properties\\waldorf-astoria-jerusalem.astro (our published research; read June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "InterContinental David Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv-Yafo",
   "hechsherNote": "The clearest first-party kosher statement of any Tel Aviv luxury hotel — \"Our hotel is kosher and supervised by the Rabbanut of Tel Aviv-Yafo\" — with a hotel rabbi on staff for kashrus questions.",
   "neighborhood": "South beachfront, by Charles Clore Park / Neve Tzedek",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 12 Kaufmann St",
   "shabbos": "Hotel rabbi available for Shabbos/kashrus requests; confirm elevator and minyan arrangements per stay",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Luxury stays with the strongest official whole-hotel kosher commitment in the city",
   "url": "https://telaviv.intercontinental.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://telaviv.intercontinental.com/nomi/ (official hotel page, fetched Jun 2026 — whole-hotel statement, plus on-staff hotel Rabbi for kashrut questions)"
  },
  {
   "name": "The David Kempinski Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "Opened 2022 — every in-house restaurant is kosher (meat and dairy venues labeled as such on the official site). Pre-2022 lists miss it entirely.",
   "neighborhood": "Beachfront promenade, opposite Jerusalem Beach",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Multiple kosher restaurants and kosher-l'Pesach programs; Shabbos elevator/keys not published — we'd confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "The strongest kosher dining lineup in Tel Aviv luxury",
   "url": "https://www.kempinski.com/en/the-david-kempinski-tel-aviv",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.kempinski.com/en/the-david-kempinski-tel-aviv/restaurants-bars (official, fetched Jun 2026: Katzir 'Meat (Kosher), Dairy (Kosher)', Sereia 'Dairy (Kosher)', Pool Bar 'Meat (Kosher)') + https://planitisrael.com/blog/kosher-guide-to-hotels-and-restaurants-in-tel-aviv/ ('Rabanut', fetched Jun 2026) + https://yeahthatskosher.com/2023/02/details-of-the-kempinski-tel-aviv-luxury-hotels-4-kosher-restaurants/"
  },
  {
   "name": "The Jaffa",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": "formerly The Jaffa, a Luxury Collection Hotel (Marriott) — now Fattal Limited Edition",
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Shoham Rabbinate (kosher since May 1, 2026)",
   "hechsherNote": "The biggest 2026 change in Israel's kosher-hotel landscape: the entire food-and-beverage operation, events, and room service went kosher on May 1, 2026. Not mehadrin. Shabbos infrastructure not yet published — verify before a Shabbos stay.",
   "neighborhood": "Old Jaffa, by the clock tower",
   "locationNotes": "Old Jaffa; 2 Louis Pasteur St",
   "shabbos": "Kosher operation is brand-new — Shabbos elevator/meal details not yet published; confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Special-occasion luxury in a design icon that is now fully kosher",
   "url": "https://www.thejaffahotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://yeahthatskosher.com/2026/05/one-of-israels-most-acclaimed-luxury-hotels-the-jaffa-goes-fully-kosher/ (YeahThatsKosher, May 2026; seen Jun 2026) + https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/article-894566 (JPost: 'completely kosher hotel... all food and beverage operations and events... under kosher supervision', fetched Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "The Setai Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Explicitly not mehadrin and not glatt by default — glatt meat is available on 24-hour advance request.",
   "neighborhood": "Old Jaffa, restored Ottoman kishle by the clock tower",
   "locationNotes": "Old Jaffa",
   "shabbos": "One of the two elevators runs in Shabbos mode from Friday sundown to Motzei Shabbos",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Boutique-luxury couples comfortable with standard Rabbanut",
   "url": "https://www.thesetaihotels.com/en-us/hotels/tel-aviv",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://planitisrael.com/blog/kosher-guide-to-hotels-and-restaurants-in-tel-aviv/ ('Rabanut', fetched Jun 2026) + Tripadvisor hotel FAQ ('kosher but NOT glatt, glatt on 24h request', seen Jun 2026) + https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE66969-the_setai_tel_aviv-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (TJT kosher-hotel listing, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Dan Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "The veteran kosher flagship (since 1953). Note: the Dan chain's budget TLV brand, Link hotel & hub, is explicitly NOT kosher — don't generalize from the Dan name.",
   "neighborhood": "Beachfront, opposite Gordon/Frishman beaches",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 99 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos details not published online — we'd confirm elevator/minyan per stay",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Classic full-service beachfront luxury from Israel's veteran kosher chain",
   "url": "https://www.danhotels.com/TelAvivHotels/DanTelAvivHotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://planitisrael.com/blog/kosher-guide-to-hotels-and-restaurants-in-tel-aviv/ (article dated Sep 2024, fetched Jun 2026: 'Dan Tel Aviv – Rabanut'); corroborated by https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24601-dan_tel_aviv_hotel-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (supervision: Rabbanut, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Hilton Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "Includes The Vista — the hotel-within-hotel on the top five floors (same kitchens, same certificate). Fully renovated ~2025.",
   "neighborhood": "Independence Park, north beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 205 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Long frum-traveler track record; multiple kosher restaurants — confirm Shabbos elevator per stay",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Large full-service kosher luxury with pool and multiple restaurants",
   "url": "https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tlvhitw-hilton-tel-aviv/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://planitisrael.com/blog/kosher-guide-to-hotels-and-restaurants-in-tel-aviv/ (Sep 2024, fetched Jun 2026: 'Hilton Tel Aviv – Rabanut'); listed as kosher hotel at https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24610-hilton_tel_aviv-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Royal Beach Tel Aviv (Isrotel)",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "Isrotel's own kosher page calls it \"completely kosher\" — and it is the ONLY Isrotel hotel in Tel Aviv with a certificate; the chain's city hotels (Port Tower, Sea Tower, Alberto, Gymnasia, Dizengoff 99) hold none.",
   "neighborhood": "South-central beachfront promenade",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 19 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on premises; kosher gourmet restaurant (West Side) and lobby bar",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Modern kosher luxury tower with an on-site shul",
   "url": "https://www.isrotel.com/isrotel-hotels/tel-aviv/royal-beach-tel-aviv/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.isrotel.com/main/koshertelaviv/ (official Isrotel kosher-hotels page, dated 2025, fetched Jun 2026: Royal Beach 'completely kosher'); https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE66970-royal_beach_hotel_tel_aviv_by_isrotel_exclusive-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (Local Rabbanut, Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Sheraton Grand Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": "formerly Sheraton Tel Aviv Hotel & Towers",
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Marriott's own dining page leads with \"Kosher Restaurant & Shabbat Dinner.\" Not the same hotel as the Grand Beach down the street.",
   "neighborhood": "Central beachfront row, Gordon Beach area",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 115 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Traditional Friday-night Shabbos dinner served in-house",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Beachfront chain stay with a real in-house Shabbos dinner",
   "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tlvsi-sheraton-grand-tel-aviv/overview/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24608-sheraton_grand_tel_aviv-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (supervision: Rabbanut, seen Jun 2026); https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tlvsi-sheraton-tel-aviv/dining/ (official; embedded data 'traditional Shabbat dinner overlooking the Mediterranean', fetched Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Herods Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The luxury tier — standard Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "The official site states \"kosher hotel\" (no outside food permitted) and runs kosher l'Pesach. Herods Herzliya is a different hotel.",
   "neighborhood": "Gordon Beach",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 155 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on premises (lift-accessible); extended Shabbos checkout to 16:00 with permission to remain until after Shabbos",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Beachfront kosher hotel with on-site shul and a written Shabbos checkout policy",
   "url": "https://www.herods-hotels.com/herods-hotels/herods-tel-aviv/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.herods-hotels.com/herods-hotels/herods-tel-aviv/ (official, fetched Jun 2026: 'kosher hotel', kosher-for-Passover from Mar 29 2026); https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24606-herods_tel_aviv-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Metropolitan Hotel Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "The frum value pick in the city: certificate active, and the Shabbos infrastructure is actually documented.",
   "neighborhood": "One block from Frishman Beach (Trumpeldor St)",
   "locationNotes": "One block to the beach; 245 rooms",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · synagogue on premises · mechanical room keys on advance request",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Frum families wanting an affordable, fully kosher beach base with real Shabbos logistics",
   "url": "https://www.metropolitanhoteltlv.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Kosher_Restaurant-TE17381-metropolitan-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo_israel.html (TJT supervision: 'Rabbanut Rashit', seen Jun 2026) + https://easy.co.il/en/page/8826347 (easy.co.il 'Hotel • Kosher Certificate', seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Debrah Brown",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": "formerly the Deborah Hotel — Israel's first strictly kosher, shomer-Shabbos hotel (1960s)",
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "The historic kosher identity survived the Brown Hotels rebrand — it is the chain's certified, religious-oriented property.",
   "neighborhood": "Ben Yehuda St, near Dizengoff and Gordon Beach",
   "locationNotes": "87 Ben Yehuda St; short walk to the beach",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue with Shabbos services on site · kosher chef restaurant and breakfast",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "A hip boutique-and-spa stay that stays a genuinely kosher hotel with a shul",
   "url": "https://brownhotels.com/debrah",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24503-debrah_brown_by_brown_hotels-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (TJT: 'Rabbanut Rashit', fetched Jun 2026) + https://www.timesofisrael.com/hip-brown-hotel-chain-embarks-on-holy-quest-for-tel-avivs-religious-visitors/ (ToI on the kosher/religious positioning; seen via search Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv Beach",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "Glatt dishes available on request (extra fee) per the operator's own site.",
   "neighborhood": "Central beachfront row",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 145 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos meal vouchers at the front desk · \"Kosher and Sabbath Observance\" is a stated hotel feature",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Chain reliability on the beach with documented Shabbos meal arrangements",
   "url": "https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/tel-aviv/tlvil/hoteldetail",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.afi-hotels.com/crowne-plaza-tel-aviv-hotel-facilities (owner AFI Hotels page, seen Jun 2026: kashrut under Tel Aviv Rabbinate supervision; embedded schema.org feature 'Kosher and Sabbath Observance: true' verified by direct fetch Jun 2026); https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24599-crowne_plaza_tel_aviv_beach_an_ihg_hotel-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Crowne Plaza Tel Aviv City Center",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "The only verified fully kosher hotel in the Azrieli/business district; glatt dishes on request (fee).",
   "neighborhood": "Azrieli Center, by HaShalom station",
   "locationNotes": "Business district; train at the door",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos food vouchers at the front desk · Shabbos/chag check-in from one hour after Shabbos ends",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Kosher business travel in the towers",
   "url": "https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/tel-aviv/tlvcc/hoteldetail",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.afi-hotels.com/crowne-plaza-tel-aviv-hotel-facilities (official operator page, seen via search Jun 2026; direct fetch blocked 403) + https://easy.co.il/en/page/8822292 (easy.co.il 'Hotel • Kosher Certificate', seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Renaissance Tel Aviv (Marriott)",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "Certification confirmed via kosher-travel authorities; Marriott's own page doesn't publish kashrus details — we'd spot-check the teudah on arrival.",
   "neighborhood": "Central beachfront, direct beach access",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 121 HaYarkon St",
   "shabbos": "Full board offered on Shabbos and chagim via kosher program operators",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Marriott-points travelers who want a certified kosher operation",
   "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tlvbr-renaissance-tel-aviv-hotel/overview/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24600-renaissance_tel_aviv_hotel-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (supervision: Rabbanut, seen Jun 2026); https://www.gokosher.com/en/h96868 (kosher hotel + Pesach program listing, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Orchid Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": "formerly Park Plaza Orchid",
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "Official site states the Tel Aviv Rabbinate certificate plainly.",
   "neighborhood": "Beachfront promenade, by Frishman Beach",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; 79 HaYarkon St; some rooms with kitchenettes",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on premises, open on weekends",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget-friendlier certified beachfront with a weekend shul",
   "url": "https://orchidhotels.com/en/orchid-tel-aviv/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://orchidhotels.com/en/orchid-tel-aviv/facilities/ (official, verified by direct fetch Jun 2026: 'kosher certificate from the Tel Aviv Rabbinate'); easy.co.il listing shows Kosher Certificate badge (https://easy.co.il/en/page/635175, Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Prima City Tel Aviv",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tel Aviv",
   "hechsherNote": "The certified Prima in Tel Aviv — its sister \"Prima Tel Aviv\" on HaYarkon is NOT certified (the chain says so itself). Check the name carefully when booking.",
   "neighborhood": "City center, two blocks from the sea (Mapu St)",
   "locationNotes": "Two blocks to the beach, off Ben Yehuda",
   "shabbos": "Mechanical keys for shomer-Shabbos guests · designated candle-lighting area in the lobby",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget-conscious shomer-Shabbos travelers",
   "url": "https://www.prima-hotels-israel.com/prima-city-tel-aviv-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.prima-hotels-israel.com/prima-city-tel-aviv-hotel (official, verified by direct fetch Jun 2026: 'kosher under the supervision of the Tel Aviv Rabbinate')"
  },
  {
   "name": "Tal by the Beach (Atlas)",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Kosher — certificate on file",
   "hechsherNote": "The hotel's official statement is simply \"The hotel is Kosher\" (certifier unnamed; certificate badge verified). The one Atlas-chain hotel that is fully kosher — the rest of the chain is not.",
   "neighborhood": "North HaYarkon, by Metzitzim Beach and the Port",
   "locationNotes": "By the Tel Aviv Port and Yarkon Park",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos meals via half/full-board group bookings; elevator status unpublished — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Families and groups near the port who want boutique without losing the certificate",
   "url": "https://www.atlas.co.il/en/our-hotels/hotels-in-tel-aviv/tal-hotel-tel-aviv/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.atlas.co.il/en/our-hotels/hotels-in-tel-aviv/tal-hotel-tel-aviv/ (official: 'The hotel is Kosher and offers a half or full board basis... for large groups', seen via search Jun 2026; direct fetch 403) + https://easy.co.il/en/page/635171 ('Tal Hotel ... Hotel • Kosher Certificate', seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Sea Net Hotel",
   "city": "Tel Aviv",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mid-market & boutique — standard Rabbanut, the strongest Shabbos setups",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Long-standing observant-friendly reputation; same operator (AFI) as the kosher Crowne Plazas.",
   "neighborhood": "Quiet street one block from the beach (Ness Tsiyona St)",
   "locationNotes": "One block to the beach and Ben Yehuda",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos/chag check-in from one hour after Shabbos ends (no check-in on Shabbos itself)",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "A quiet, budget kosher base a minute from the water",
   "url": "https://seanethotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24632-sea_net_hotel_tel_aviv_by_afi_hotels-Reviews-tel_aviv_yafo-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (TJT: supervision 'Rabbanut Rashit', fetched Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Galei Sanz Hotel",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin — Kehillas Sanz",
   "hechsher": "Kehillas Sanz (mehadrin)",
   "hechsherNote": "The only verified year-round mehadrin hotel in Netanya — under the Sanz community hashgacha (\"בהשגחת ק״ק צאנז\"). Pesach runs non-gebrochts. Listings for a \"Ha-Melakhim Hotel\" at the same address are this hotel under another name.",
   "neighborhood": "Kiryat Sanz, facing the separate beach",
   "locationNotes": "Steps from Netanya's separate (mehadrin) beach",
   "shabbos": "On-site shul with sifrei Torah · men's mikveh on premises · table-service Shabbos and Yom Tov meals with zemiros · fully shomer-Shabbos operation",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Chareidi and chassidish families who need true mehadrin and the separate beach",
   "url": "https://gshotel.co.il/en/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://gshotel.co.il/en/home-page/ (official, fetched June 2026); corroborated by https://planitisrael.com/mehadrin-hotels-israel/ ('Kosher L'Mehadrin', seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Vert Lagoon Netanya",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": "formerly the West Lagoon Resort (not an ex-Ramada — that's a common mix-up)",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "The hotel's own dining page states Netanya Rabbinate supervision — claims of \"Rabbanut Mehadrin with Chalav Yisrael\" circulating online are not supported by the hotel's current statement.",
   "neighborhood": "Cliff-top above the beach, south-central promenade",
   "locationNotes": "Resort grounds above the beach; semi-Olympic pool",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on site; Shabbos elevator not stated — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "The default upscale beach-resort pick for Anglo families",
   "url": "https://www.afi-hotels.co.il/vert-lagoon-netanya-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.afi-hotels.co.il/vert-lagoon-netanya-hotel-dining (fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "The Seasons Hotel",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "Official facilities page states the certificate plainly. The on-site shul operates \"according to the hotel's decision\" — verify a minyan for your dates.",
   "neighborhood": "Nitza Blvd, cliff overlooking the sea",
   "locationNotes": "North end of the promenade",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on site (confirm minyan) · seasonal outdoor pool",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Quieter upscale stays — a long-time favorite of UK and French kosher travelers",
   "url": "https://www.seasons.co.il",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.seasons.co.il/facilities (official, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "David Tower Hotel (Prima)",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": "formerly David Tower – MGallery by Sofitel; now Prima, and now adults-oriented (16+)",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "Boutique high-rise with the kosher Legend restaurant. Note the 16+ policy — no longer for young families.",
   "neighborhood": "City center, ~150 m from the beach",
   "locationNotes": "Central, short walk to the sand",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator on Shabbos/chagim · mechanical Shabbos keys at reception · heated indoor pool/spa",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Couples wanting upscale kosher boutique (16+)",
   "url": "https://www.davidtower.co.il/en/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.prima.co.il/david-tower-hotel-netanya (official, page HTML inspected June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Plaza Netanya",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "Fattal's own hotel data states the Netanya Rabbinate certificate.",
   "neighborhood": "Central beachfront promenade area",
   "locationNotes": "Promenade; full-service 4-star",
   "shabbos": "Kosher restaurant for breakfast and dinner; Shabbos elevator/minyan not stated — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Mainstream chain-hotel reliability",
   "url": "https://www.leonardo-hotels.com/netanya/leonardo-plaza-netanya",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-plaza-netanya-hotel (official, page JSON inspected June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "David's Harp Hotel & Suites",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": "formerly the Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Netanya",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "The hotel's own site states the certificate. This is the ex-Ramada that old lists still hunt for.",
   "neighborhood": "Oved Ben Ami Blvd, beachfront/promenade",
   "locationNotes": "Beachfront; many units with kitchenettes",
   "shabbos": "Jewish-traditional-oriented brand; Shabbos elevator/minyan not detailed — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families wanting suite-style rooms under a kosher-hotel brand",
   "url": "https://davidsharphotels.com/netanya/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "http://davidsharphotels.com/he/netanya/ (official, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Nevel David",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": "formerly the Ramada Suites Netanya",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "Base certificate is standard Rabbanut; for events and groups an upgrade to Rabbanut Mehadrin / Badatz Atara–Beit Yosef is available — event-specific, not the year-round house standard.",
   "neighborhood": "South Netanya, near Poleg Beach",
   "locationNotes": "Suites/apart-hotel format near Poleg",
   "shabbos": "In-house mashgiach handling kashrus and tefillos · large shul (\"Heichal Shlomo\", ~130 places with ezras nashim) · major frum simcha venue",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Frum simchos, group Shabbatons, and families wanting apartment format",
   "url": "https://www.ramadanetanya.co.il/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://easyshabbat.co/listing/מלון-רמדה-נתניה/ (fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "King Solomon Hotel",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Netanya",
   "hechsherNote": "Certificate confirmed via directory teudah badge; the hotel's own site is light on detail.",
   "neighborhood": "On the promenade, steps from the beach",
   "locationNotes": "Promenade; 3-star value",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · synagogue · mikveh per directory listing · hosts Shabbos chassan weekends",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Mid-budget frum families wanting promenade location with Shabbos infrastructure",
   "url": "https://www.king-solomon-hotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://easy.co.il/en/page/1727646 ('Hotel • Kosher Certificate', fetched June 2026) + https://www.hotels.co.il/hotelsmain/hotels/hotel.cfm?hotelid=427 (June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Residence Beach Hotel",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Zyvotel's page confirms the shul and kosher restaurant; sister Residence Netanya on the same street is the same family.",
   "neighborhood": "Seafront near Sironit Beach",
   "locationNotes": "Seafront, by HaAtzmaut Square",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on site · kosher restaurant with sea-view patio",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget-moderate beachfront with a shul in the building",
   "url": "https://www.zyvotel.com/residence-beach",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24543-residence_beach-Reviews-netanya-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (seen June 2026) + https://www.zyvotel.com/residence-beach (official, June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Margoa Hotel",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Family-run by the Skrek family for 50+ years; teudah badge verified.",
   "neighborhood": "Seafront, Gad Machnes St",
   "locationNotes": "Seafront; 75 renovated rooms",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on site · specializes in Shabbos-chassan weekends and festive Shabbos meals · banquet hall",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Heimishe simcha weekends at moderate prices",
   "url": "http://www.hotelmargoa.co.il",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "http://www.hotelmargoa.co.il/About-Us (official, HTML fetched June 2026) + https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24540-margoa-Reviews-netanya-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "King Koresh Hotel",
   "city": "Netanya",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Netanya (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Fully shomer-Shabbos operation. A stale Frommer's entry calls it \"Kosher Mehadrin\" — the current verified level is standard Rabbanut.",
   "neighborhood": "Harav Kook St, ~400 m from the beach",
   "locationNotes": "Near city center; 22 rooms",
   "shabbos": "Motzei-Shabbos-only check-in on Shabbos/chag · full board Fridays and Yamim Tovim · two event halls",
   "priceBand": "$",
   "bestFor": "Strictly budget frum travelers and small simcha groups",
   "url": "https://kingkoreshnetanya.il-hotel.com/en/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24592-hamelech_koresh-Reviews-netanya-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (June 2026); mehadrin claim only at https://www.frommers.com/destinations/netanya/hotels/king-koresh-hotel/ (undated guidebook)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Kinorot Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Badatz Eida HaChareidis (food)",
   "hechsherNote": "Opened 2017, built for the chareidi market — the highest-hechsher hotel in Tiberias; chef dining under Eida supervision.",
   "neighborhood": "City center, short walk to the lake",
   "locationNotes": "Central Tiberias; 4 event halls",
   "shabbos": "Year-round indoor heated pool (separate-use norms — confirm schedule) · spa and gym · built for frum clientele",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families and groups who specifically need Eida HaChareidis in Tiberias",
   "url": "https://kinorothotel.co.il/en/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://kinorothotel.co.il/en/ (official, fetched June 2026) + https://planitisrael.com/mehadrin-hotels-israel/ (2025)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Nof Kinneret Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": "formerly the Bali Hotel",
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias Mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "Mehadrin under the oversight of R' Binyamin Madar (the Rabbanut Tiberias mehadrin supervisor); markets itself squarely to the religious public.",
   "neighborhood": "Hillside above the lake, panoramic Kinneret views",
   "locationNotes": "Above the city; drive or steep walk to the promenade",
   "shabbos": "Heated pool with arrangements for religious guests — confirm the separate-hours schedule directly",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Frum families who want true mehadrin inside Tiberias at a mid-range price",
   "url": "https://www.nofkinneret.co.il/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.nofkinneret.co.il/general_content/cosher (official kashrut page, seen June 2026) + https://english.nofkinneret.co.il/ (June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Kinar Galilee",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": "the long-standing chareidi Kinar resort — note: on the NORTHEAST Kinneret shore, ~20 minutes from Tiberias",
   "kashrusTier": "Mehadrin",
   "hechsher": "Mehadrin — R' A.D. Auerbach (Rav of Tiberias)",
   "hechsherNote": "All products mehadrin; meat and poultry available in Eida HaChareidis / She'erit / Landau / Rubin options; shmita l'chumra.",
   "neighborhood": "Lakeside resort, northeastern Kinneret shore (Ramot)",
   "locationNotes": "~20 min drive from Tiberias — a destination resort, not a city base",
   "shabbos": "Shul with sifrei Torah and siddurim for all guests · mikveh · eruv · daily minyanim year-round · mehadrin Shabbos program",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Chareidi and heimishe families wanting a full mehadrin lakefront resort vacation",
   "url": "https://www.kinarhotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.kinar.co.il/kosher-hotel (official kashrut page, content seen June 2026 — direct fetch blocked 403) + https://planitisrael.com/mehadrin-hotels-israel/ (2025) + https://www.kosharot.co.il/index2.php?id=417103&lang=HEB (Kosharot listing: R' A.D. Auerbach, Av Beis Din Tiberias; mashgiach Aharon Chafuta)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Plaza Tiberias",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "The best-documented Shabbos setup in the mainstream tier — all stated in Fattal's own FAQ. Aggregator \"mehadrin\" labels for its restaurant were not credited.",
   "neighborhood": "Lakefront promenade, Kinneret views",
   "locationNotes": "On the promenade",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-site shul plus three more in walking distance · Shabbos key-card arrangement at check-in",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Shomer-Shabbos guests wanting the strongest mainstream Shabbos infrastructure in the city",
   "url": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-plaza-tiberias-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-plaza-tiberias-hotel (official, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Club Tiberias (all-inclusive)",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "All meals kosher under Rabbanut Tiberias per Fattal's own page.",
   "neighborhood": "Lakefront, beside the Leonardo Plaza",
   "locationNotes": "On the promenade",
   "shabbos": "On-site shul · hot-water urn (meicham) in the dining room for Shabbos · elevator not explicitly stated",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families who want kosher all-inclusive — no food logistics all Shabbos",
   "url": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-club-tiberias-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-club-tiberias-hotel (official, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Caesar Premier Tiberias",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias — chalak (glatt) meat",
   "hechsherNote": "The official site states the Rabbanut certificate with glatt meat. Kosharot classified it standard-Rabbanut; agency \"mehadrin\" labels not credited.",
   "neighborhood": "Lakefront promenade (Yigal Allon)",
   "locationNotes": "On the promenade; pool and spa",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · on-site synagogue (both in the official services list)",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Mainstream kosher-keeping families wanting a full-service promenade hotel",
   "url": "https://www.caesarhotels.co.il/caesar-tiberias-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.caesarhotels.co.il/caesar-tiberias-hotel (official, fetched June 2026); https://www.kosharot.co.il/index2.php?id=422293&lang=HEB (2022)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Gai Beach Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Certificate verified via teudah listings; the famous draw is the water park.",
   "neighborhood": "Southern entrance to Tiberias, on the shore",
   "locationNotes": "Lakeshore; own water park",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on premises · kosher dining room and room service",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families — the only kosher hotel in Tiberias with its own water park",
   "url": "https://www.gaibeachhotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24523-hof_gai_gai_beach-Reviews-tiberias-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html + https://easy.co.il/en/page/1721338 (seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Lake House Kinneret (Brown)",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": "formerly Hotel Hamei Tiberias",
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "Restaurant and bar kosher under Rabbanut Tiberias per the official page.",
   "neighborhood": "Lakefront south Tiberias, 220-dunam grounds by the hot springs",
   "locationNotes": "Free entry to the adjacent Hamei Tiberias springs",
   "shabbos": "Not stated in sources — ask the hotel directly before a Shabbos stay",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families wanting lawns, kids' club, private beach, and the hot springs next door",
   "url": "https://brownhotels.co.il/lake-house-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://ichotels.co.il/lake-house-hotel + https://brownhotels.co.il/lake-house-hotel (official-site text verified via search snippets June 2026 — direct fetch blocked by 403; same statement repeated in Booking.com listing description)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Royal Plaza Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Rashit Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "The official about-page states standard Rabbanut; agency \"mehadrin\" marketing not credited.",
   "neighborhood": "South Tiberias, near the hot springs",
   "locationNotes": "~200 m from the southern beaches",
   "shabbos": "On-site synagogue · special-diet meals with advance notice",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "A larger pool-and-spa resort near the southern beaches",
   "url": "https://royalplaza.co.il/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://royalplaza.co.il/אודות/ (official about page, fetched June 2026); cross-checked https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Kosher_Restaurant-TE17351-royal_plaza-Reviews-tiberias_israel.html ('Rabbanut Rashit', undated)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Astoria Galilee Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "Certificate from the Rabbanut and Religious Council of Tiberias. The widely-repeated \"mehadrin\" label failed verification — the official kosher page says standard Rabbanut.",
   "neighborhood": "City center, uphill from the lake",
   "locationNotes": "~10 min walk to the promenade",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos meals served · on-site beis knesses per kashrus listings",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget-to-mid frum families wanting a hotel marketed to the religious crowd",
   "url": "https://www.astoria.co.il/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.astoria.co.il/מלון-כשר-בצפון (official kosher page, fetched June 2026); cross-checked https://easy.co.il/en/page/625371 (June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Hotel Tiberias",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "Fattal's own FAQ states the certificate.",
   "neighborhood": "Northern entrance of Tiberias, near the lake",
   "locationNotes": "North end; drive to the promenade",
   "shabbos": "Not stated on the official page — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Value-oriented kosher chain stay",
   "url": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-tiberias-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-tiberias-hotel (official, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Golan Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Official site confirms kosher dining (Panorama restaurant); kosher business registry classifies it standard Rabbanut.",
   "neighborhood": "Old City center, elevated lake and Hermon views",
   "locationNotes": "City center",
   "shabbos": "Not stated in sources reviewed — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Couples wanting an Old City location with views",
   "url": "https://www.golanhotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.golanhotel.com/ (official, fetched June 2026: 'international kosher cuisine for lunch and dinner') + https://easy.co.il/page/8815072 (June 2026) + https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24531-golan-Reviews-tiberias-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (undated)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Emily's Boutique Hotel",
   "city": "Tiberias",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Rabbanut Tiberias (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut Tiberias",
   "hechsherNote": "Official dining page states the Tiberias Rabbinate certificate.",
   "neighborhood": "City center, ~50 m from the beach",
   "locationNotes": "Steps from the promenade; small pool",
   "shabbos": "Not stated on the official site — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Couples and small families wanting a quiet kosher boutique by the water",
   "url": "https://english.emilys-aviv.co.il/emilys-tiberias-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://english.emilys-aviv.co.il/dining (official, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Vert Dead Sea Hotel & Spa",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea (rebranded ~2021)",
   "kashrusTier": "The strongest documented Shabbos setups — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (Bik'at HaYarden regional)",
   "hechsherNote": "Glatt dishes can be ordered at extra cost; the hotel publishes an explicit shomer-Shabbat hospitality statement.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Central strip",
   "shabbos": "Ground-floor shul · Shabbos elevator · mechanical Shabbos keys · in-room Shabbos timer for appliances",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Shomer-Shabbos families — the most completely documented Shabbos setup on the strip",
   "url": "https://www.afi-hotels.com/vert-dead-sea-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.afi-hotels.com/vert-dead-sea-hotel-facilities (official, via search snippet Jun 2026 — page blocks bots); corroborated https://www.gokosher.com/en/h96859 (seen via search Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Club Dead Sea (all-inclusive)",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "legacy Golden Tulip Club branding",
   "kashrusTier": "The strongest documented Shabbos setups — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Fattal's own page lists the full Shabbos package in Hebrew: shul, Shabbos elevator, plata and meicham.",
   "neighborhood": "Neve Zohar, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Southern strip",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue · Shabbos elevator · hotplate and hot-water urn · Shabbos key at reception by prior arrangement",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Families who want all-inclusive — zero food logistics all Shabbos",
   "url": "https://www.leonardo-hotels.com/dead-sea/leonardo-club-dead-sea",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24482-leonardo_club_dead_sea-Reviews-neve_zohar_dead_sea-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (seen Jun 2026); https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-club-dead-sea-hotel (official — shul/Shabbat infrastructure, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Leonardo Plaza Dead Sea",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly Leonardo Dead Sea / ex-Sheraton Moriah",
   "kashrusTier": "The strongest documented Shabbos setups — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Certificate displayed at the restaurant entrance; note: no kettles allowed in rooms — hot water from the lobby bar on Shabbos.",
   "neighborhood": "Neve Zohar, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Southern strip",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue · Shabbos elevator · Shabbos key at reception · hot water at the lobby bar · late post-Shabbos checkout",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Documented Shabbos logistics at the mid-premium price point",
   "url": "https://www.leonardo-hotels.com/dead-sea/leonardo-plaza-dead-sea",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.fattal.co.il/hotel/leonardo-plaza-dead-sea-hotel/facilities-and-services (official, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Herbert Samuel Hod Dead Sea",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly Hod Hamidbar Resort & Spa",
   "kashrusTier": "The strongest documented Shabbos setups — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "The stand-out feature is visible hashgacha: a mashgiach present during meals and tefillos.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Central strip; 200 rooms",
   "shabbos": "First-floor shul open at tefillah times · mashgiach present at meals · Shabbos elevator (guests report it can be temperamental)",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Observant travelers who value a visible mashgiach and an active shul",
   "url": "https://herbertsamuel.com/en/herbert-samuel-hod-dead-sea-hotel/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24469-hod-Reviews-ein_bokek_dead_sea-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (seen Jun 2026); https://deadsea.com/hotel/hod-hamidbar-resort/ (kosher supervision + synagogue + mashgiach, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Kayma by Isrotel Exclusive",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The strongest documented Shabbos setups — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (Bik'at HaYarden regional)",
   "hechsherNote": "Opened September 2025 — the first new Dead Sea hotel in roughly two decades; no list before this one has it.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek, private beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Boutique scale — 44 rooms",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos elevator · dual-mode door locks with a mechanical key for Shabbos · non-sensor door beside the automatic entrance",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Luxury couples and special occasions — with Shabbos engineering built into a new build",
   "url": "https://www.isrotel.com/isrotel-hotels/dead-sea/kayma/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.jewishtraveler.co.il/kayma-isrotel-1025/ (Oct 2025, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "David Dead Sea Resort & Spa",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly Le Meridien Dead Sea",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (Bik'at HaYarden regional)",
   "hechsherNote": "The strip's big-group flagship; hosts Pesach takeover programs under separate (program-specific) hashgachos.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Largest footprint on the strip",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue and Shabbos elevator on site",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Large frum family groups and simchos",
   "url": "https://www.grandhotels-israel.com/david-dead-sea-hotel-facilities",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.hotelia.co.il/מלונות-בים-המלח/מלון-דיוויד-ים-המלח/ (seen Jun 2026: 'כשרות רבנות ישראל רגילה, מועצה דתית בקעת הירדן'); corroborated by https://easy.co.il/en/page/21532654 ('kosher Rabbanut' tag, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Herods Dead Sea",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly the Leonardo Plaza Dead Sea (older bookings sites still mix them up)",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Agency \"mehadrin\" claims were checked and not credited — the teudah-level data says standard local Rabbanut.",
   "neighborhood": "Neve Zohar, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Southern strip",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue on site with accessible route; elevator/meal details not published — confirm directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Upscale spa stays with a shul on premises",
   "url": "https://www.leonardo-hotels.com/dead-sea/herods-dead-sea-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://easy.co.il/page/8818782 ('הרודס - נווה זוהר - בית מלון • כשר רבנות מקומית', seen Jun 2026); https://www.kosharot.co.il/index2.php?id=437625&lang=HEB (Sep 2024)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Lot Spa Hotel",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (Bik'at HaYarden regional)",
   "hechsherNote": "A long-standing frum-popular value pick, frequently taken over for chareidi shabbatons.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip, beachfront",
   "locationNotes": "Central strip",
   "shabbos": "On-site shul \"fully equipped with sefarim and siddurim\" (official); elevator not stated — confirm",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Value stays and group shabbatons",
   "url": "https://www.lothotel.com/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.lothotel.com/ (official site, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Noga by Isrotel Collection",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly Isrotel Ganim",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "The value Isrotel on the strip.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip",
   "locationNotes": "204 rooms, 4-star",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue · Shabbos elevator · Shabbos keys on request (per current listings)",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget-conscious families wanting Isrotel standards",
   "url": "https://www.isrotel.com/isrotel-hotels/dead-sea/isrotel-ganim",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.kosharot.co.il/index2.php?id=437625&lang=HEB (Sep 2024); https://www.hotels-israel.co.il/dead-sea/ganim.html (kosher teudah for restaurant + cafe, synagogue, Shabbat elevator; seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Royal Dead Sea Hotel & Spa",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly Royal Rimonim — the rename knocked it off most kosher lists",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Certificate verified via kosher-travel listings still filed under the old Rimonim name — we'd re-confirm under current management per booking.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip",
   "locationNotes": "One of the largest hotels on the strip",
   "shabbos": "Strip-standard arrangements (elevators/keys/shul) per kosher-travel guidance — confirm specifics directly",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Value-oriented spa stays",
   "url": "https://royal-deadsea.co.il/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Hotel-TE24472-royal_rimonim_dead_sea-Reviews-ein_bokek_dead_sea-Kosher_Jofy_Hotels.html (seen June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Brown Dead Sea",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly the Daniel Dead Sea, then Enjoy Dead Sea — under renovation into early 2026",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "Dining under kosher supervision with a named mashgiach (published by the hotel). Verify renovation status before booking.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip",
   "locationNotes": "302 rooms incl. suites",
   "shabbos": "Shabbos/chag check-in deferred to one hour after sunset (official); shul/elevator unconfirmed — ask directly",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Design-led stays and larger groups, once renovation settles",
   "url": "https://brownhotels.com/brown-dead-sea-hotel",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://brownhotels.com/enjoy-dead-sea-hotel-facilities (official, kosher supervisor contact, seen Jun 2026); https://www.kosharot.co.il/index2.php?id=437625&lang=HEB (Sep 2024)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Nevo by Isrotel Collection — adults only",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "formerly Isrotel Dead Sea Resort & Spa",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "ADULTS-ONLY (18+) — not for family trips. Candle-lighting only at the restaurant entrance.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip",
   "locationNotes": "5-star-plus tier",
   "shabbos": "Synagogue · Shabbos elevator · Shabbos clocks on advance order",
   "priceBand": "$$$$",
   "bestFor": "Couples-only luxury getaways",
   "url": "https://www.isrotel.com/isrotel-hotels/dead-sea/isrotel-dead-sea/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.isrotel.com/isrotel-hotels/dead-sea/isrotel-dead-sea/ (official — shul/Shabbat infra, seen Jun 2026); https://www.kosharot.co.il/index2.php?id=437625&lang=HEB (Sep 2024); https://www.hotels.co.il/hotelsmain/hotels/hotel.cfm?hotelid=574 (kosher listing, seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Oasis Dead Sea Hotel",
   "city": "the Dead Sea",
   "formerName": "legacy Prima Oasis branding",
   "kashrusTier": "The rest of the strip — Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsher": "Rabbanut (standard)",
   "hechsherNote": "The family hotel's Shabbos details are thin; its adjacent 18+ sister, Oasis Spa Club, documents a 100-seat shul, Shabbos elevator, and mechanical keys.",
   "neighborhood": "Ein Bokek strip",
   "locationNotes": "143 rooms, boutique-style",
   "shabbos": "Family hotel: confirm directly · Spa Club (18+) next door: 100-seat shul active Shabbos/chagim, elevator, mechanical keys",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Budget family base; couples should look at the better-equipped 18+ Spa Club next door",
   "url": "https://www.prima.co.il/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.totallyjewishtravel.com/Kosher_Restaurant-TE17175-oasis_hotel_dead_sea-Reviews-ein_bokek_dead_sea_israel.html (seen Jun 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Aristocrat Hotel",
   "city": "Bnei Brak",
   "formerName": "formerly Hotel Wiznitz / \"Viznitz Zipori Class\" — same address (Damesek Eliezer 16) and phone; renamed after the Pearl family's 2016 rebuild",
   "kashrusTier": "Badatz Rav Landau (mehadrin)",
   "hechsher": "Badatz Rav Landau — mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "The hotel's own kashrus page states the Badatz Rav Landau supervision with a permanent mashgiach. Old listings under the Wiznitz name (and \"Eida HaChareidis\" labels) are stale.",
   "neighborhood": "Shikun Vizhnitz, heart of the chassidishe quarter",
   "locationNotes": "Walking distance to the rebbes' courts and yeshivos",
   "shabbos": "On-site shul/beis medrash · full Shabbos meal menus in the dining room · Shabbos-chassan packages · 4 banquet halls for simchos",
   "priceBand": "$$$",
   "bestFor": "Visits to gedolim and chassidishe courts, simchos, and anyone who wants Rav Landau's hechsher",
   "url": "https://www.aristocrathotel.co.il/en/",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.aristocrathotel.co.il/en/about/ (official site, fetched June 2026)"
  },
  {
   "name": "Gafna Boutique Hotel & Events",
   "city": "Bnei Brak",
   "formerName": null,
   "kashrusTier": "Badatz Rav Landau (mehadrin)",
   "hechsher": "Rav Landau — mehadrin",
   "hechsherNote": "Stated on the hotel's own published pages (\"כשרות מהדרין ברמה הגבוהה ביותר של הרב לנדאו\"); the site geo-blocks some readers, so we'd reconfirm by phone for a critical booking.",
   "neighborhood": "HaYarden St, eastern/business edge of Bnei Brak",
   "locationNotes": "Near the BBC business district",
   "shabbos": "Two on-site shuls · full men/women separation throughout (separate entrances and dining sections) · Shabbos-chassan packages",
   "priceBand": "$$",
   "bestFor": "Shabbos-chassan weekends and simchos that need full mechitza-level separation",
   "url": "https://www.gafna.net",
   "verified": "June 2026",
   "kashrutSource": "https://www.gafna.net/ (hotel's own site text via Google index, June 2026) + https://www.b144.co.il/b144_sip/4A1404134470655D4914041344766D594F/ (B144 listing, 'כשר למהדרין', fetched June 2026)"
  }
 ]
}