Charming 2BR Near Bahá’í Gardens + Balcony & Kitchen — Apartment Near the Bahá’í Gardens, Haifa
A quiet 2-bedroom home in Hadar HaCarmel — a 9-minute walk (650 m) to the Shrine of the Báb and 11 minutes to the Bahá’í Pilgrim Reception Centre. Ideal for pilgrims visiting the Bahá’í World Centre.
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The apartment
60 m² on Hillel Street with two bedrooms (a double bed in each, plus a daybed in the second room), two full bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen with a gas stove, oven, fridge and espresso machine. Two private balconies face the leafy treetops of Hadar — one with a lounge bench, one with a breakfast table. Comfortable for up to 4 guests: a family, a couple, or two travelling companions who each want their own room and bathroom.
- Fast Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Full kitchen
- Washer & dryer
- 2 balconies
- 2 bathrooms
- Espresso machine
- Dedicated workspace
Location for pilgrims
The apartment sits in Hadar HaCarmel, the neighborhood directly east of the Bahá’í Gardens, on the same slope of Mount Carmel. The daily walk to the Shrine of the Báb is level and takes under ten minutes along HaTzionut Avenue — no buses or taxis needed for the places pilgrims visit most.
| Destination | Distance | On foot | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shrine of the Báb (HaTzionut Ave entrance) | 650 m | ~9 min | mostly level walk along HaTzionut Avenue |
| Bahá’í Pilgrim Reception Centre (HaTzionut Ave 82) | 800 m | ~11 min | same street as the Shrine entrance |
| Bahá’í Gardens upper entrance (Yefe Nof St) | 1.6 km | ~21 min | uphill — or a short bus/taxi ride |
| German Colony & Ben Gurion Blvd (lower entrance) | 1.7 km | ~23 min | downhill through Hadar |
| Masada Street cafés & Carmelit (Masada station) | 360 m | ~5 min | Haifa's bohemian café street |
| Talpiot Market (groceries & produce) | 540 m | ~7 min | historic covered market |
Distances measured on real pedestrian routes (OpenStreetMap walking data), not straight lines.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I stay during Bahá’í pilgrimage in Haifa?
Most pilgrims prefer to stay within walking distance of the Shrine of the Báb and the Pilgrim Reception Centre, in the neighborhoods of Hadar HaCarmel or the German Colony. This apartment is in Hadar, about 650 m (9 minutes on foot) from the Shrine entrance on HaTzionut Avenue, so you can walk to the holy places each day without depending on buses or taxis.
How far is the apartment from the Bahá’í Gardens, the Shrine of the Báb and the Pilgrim Reception Centre?
The Shrine of the Báb entrance on HaTzionut Avenue is about 650 m away (a 9-minute walk), and the Pilgrim Reception Centre at HaTzionut Ave 82 is about 800 m (11 minutes). The gardens' upper entrance on Yefe Nof Street is a 21-minute uphill walk or a short ride, and the German Colony at the foot of the terraces is about 23 minutes downhill.
Is there parking near the Bahá’í Gardens?
There is no dedicated parking lot at the gardens' main entrances; visitors use metered street parking in Hadar and the German Colony or paid lots near Ben Gurion Boulevard. Around the apartment on Hillel Street, free and metered street parking is usually easier to find than next to the gardens — though most pilgrims manage everything on foot and by public transport.
How do I get to Haifa from Ben Gurion Airport?
The simplest way is the direct train from the airport's own station to Haifa Center–HaShmona (about 1½ hours, roughly ₪35–45, paid with a Rav-Kav card or the rail app). From the station it is a short taxi ride (about 10 minutes) or a 25-minute walk up to the apartment. Note that trains stop for Shabbat (Friday afternoon to Saturday evening); the old shared sherut to Haifa no longer operates, so for Shabbat arrivals book a private transfer in advance or take an official airport taxi (roughly ₪500–600).
How many guests can the apartment host — is it suitable for families or pilgrim groups?
The apartment is 60 m² with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and space for up to 4 guests, so it works well for a couple, a family, or two travel companions who each want their own room. Having two bathrooms and a full kitchen makes it comfortable for the early mornings and shared meals of a pilgrimage schedule.
How do I book the apartment?
Booking is handled entirely through our Airbnb listing, where you can see live availability, exact pricing and guest reviews. Click “Check availability on Airbnb” anywhere on this page, choose your dates, and Airbnb takes care of secure payment and confirmation.
Planning your pilgrimage or visit to Haifa?
Check your dates on Airbnb, or read our practical Bahá’í Pilgrim’s Guide to Haifa first.