Sunshine Suite Boutique Only 5 Min Walk To The Beach – By SEAELO EILAT
Your Eilat Retreat
First Impressions
Walking up to Sunshine Suite Boutique Only 5 Min Walk To The Beach – By SEAELO EILAT, you immediately get the sense this isn’t your typical cookie-cutter hotel. It’s tucked away on Barkan Street in Eilat, and honestly, the location feels like a local secret — close enough to everything but removed from the tourist chaos that can overwhelm the main strip. The building itself has that boutique charm that the name promises, with a modern facade that doesn’t try too hard to impress.
The Five-Minute Beach Promise
Here’s the thing about that “5 minutes to the beach” claim — it’s actually accurate, which is refreshing. I timed it myself, and you can easily reach the northern beaches in about four to five minutes of comfortable walking. What’s even better is that you’re not hitting the most crowded sections; you’ll find yourself at stretches of sand where locals tend to hang out. The walk takes you through some quieter residential streets, so you get a peek at how people actually live in this Red Sea resort town.
Suite Life
The room I stayed in felt more like a well-designed apartment than a hotel suite. There’s a proper kitchenette with everything you’d need — not just a mini-fridge and microwave, but actual cooking facilities. This is where the four-star rating makes sense; it’s not about marble lobbies or concierge services, but rather thoughtful amenities that make your stay genuinely comfortable. The air conditioning works brilliantly (crucial in Eilat), and the Wi-Fi is solid throughout the space.
Location Perks
You know what I really appreciated? There’s decent parking available, which anyone who’s driven in Eilat will tell you is a minor miracle. The neighborhood has a few local eateries within walking distance — not the touristy places, but spots where you can grab decent hummus or falafel without paying resort prices. There’s also a small market nearby if you want to stock up on basics for that kitchenette, though honestly, the selection of restaurants in central Eilat is just a short walk or taxi ride away.
Why Guests Love It
This place works because it doesn’t pretend to be something it’s not. The 8.9 rating reflects what you actually get — a clean, well-equipped suite in a great location without the inflated prices of beachfront properties. It’s particularly good for travelers who want the independence of self-catering but don’t want to sacrifice comfort or location. The staff is helpful without being intrusive, and the whole operation feels efficiently run. If you’re looking for a pool scene or lobby bar, this isn’t your spot, but if you want a solid base for exploring Eilat’s beaches, diving spots, and desert attractions, it’s actually perfect.
Rooms & Suites
4 room types to choose from
Studio with Terrace
Max. people: 2Apartment
Max. people: 2Apartment with Garden
Max. people: 2Apartment with Terrace
Max. people: 2Hotel Amenities
114 facilities across 20 categories
Most popular
- Air conditioning
- Parking
- Bar
- Flat-screen TV
All categories
Bedroom
4- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Walk-in closet
Bathroom
9- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
6- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
9- Live music/Performance Additional charge Off-site
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Bar crawls Additional charge
- Nightclub/D J Additional charge
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Additional charge Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
Living Area
4- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
Food & Drink
7- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Snack bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous
6- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View
2- Inner courtyard view
- Garden view
Room amenities
13- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Ironing facilities
- Suit press
- Iron
Transportation
3- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Car rental
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Languages Spoken
2- English
- Hebrew
Cleaning Services
4- Suit press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
5- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safe
Media & Technology
4- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Pay-per-view channels
Business Facilities
1- Fax/Photocopying
Front Desk Services
7- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
Building Characteristics
1- Detached
Family friendly Essentials and services Family dining Activities and playtime
15- Strollers
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Family rooms
- Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
- High chair
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Water park Additional charge Off-site
- Books, DVDs or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Snorkeling Off-site
- Bowling Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Free parking Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
1- Street parking
Other for your stay
11- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Guest Reviews
Comfortable apartment for 3 teenagers, very clean, smells great, helpfull staff (Nataly)
What could be improved: A bit far from the beach - must commute by a taxi, especially when going back uphill.
Very clean and nice appartments
What could be improved: nice balcony
"A Perfect Stay for Families – Thoughtful, Cozy, and Convenient!"
From the moment we arrived, Nathalie, our host, welcomed us with a warm smile and an incredibly helpful attitude. Her kindness and genuine hospitality made us feel right at home.
The apartment is clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed. The shaded private garden was a standout feature, especially for families with kids—it provided a peaceful and safe outdoor space for play and relaxation, adding so much value to our stay.
The kitchen was equipped with everything we could possibly need: coffee, salt, oil, pepper, all utensils, and even a stove for cooking meals for our child. Every little detail was taken care of, making it so easy and comfortable for us.
The bathroom, while simple, was spotless and functional, with hot water and thoughtful touches like shampoo, conditioner, and bath soap.
The neighborhood is super quiet, offering a tranquil retreat after a day of exploring, yet it’s conveniently close to everything Eilat has to offer. Having private parking for our car made it even more convenient and stress-free.
The warm, cozy atmosphere of the house truly made it feel like a home away from home. Whether you’re a family with kids or anyone looking for a peaceful and well-equipped place to stay, this apartment is an excellent choice.
Thank you, Nathalie, for your care and thoughtfulness. We’ll cherish the memories of our stay and definitely look forward to coming back!
Great location. Wonderful and generous outdoor deck. Small but comfortable rooms for two people (couple). Industrial-strength teapot 😉.
What could be improved: Kitchen is only adequate for tea and coffee, not great for cooking much more than that. A large toaster oven and old-fashioned 2-burner electric plate stove is available under the sink, we used both and both worked, but it wasn’t convenient.
While the outdoor living deck was great, with large outdoor dining table and comfortable outdoor sofa, the cushions are in terrible condition - so easy to rectify.
Clean and quite. The location was great
Great location , comfortable, nice air
What could be improved: Very much
Amazing!! Nice clean rooms, amazing hostess Nataly. Great location, very close to the center but also quiet. It was my first time and I’ll be definitely going back soon.
The place is great.
What could be improved: I cannot say that I did not like this but "5 minutes walk to the beach" is overly optimistic :). It takes 5 minutes to run to the beach or 3 minutes to drive to the beach, but regular walking takes 12-15 minutes. And on the way back (since it is slightly uphill) even 18-20 minutes.
Check in was great, host let me use private parking with a sun guard roof which ia pretty important in Eilat. Quite place, room is comfortable. You have most of the things. I took the apartment with the terrace and it was very nice
What could be improved: Tiny things have to be fixed, like shower handling, flickering bulb
Location & Surroundings
3 ברקן, Eilat, 8804124, Israel
What's Nearby
What's nearby:
- Aqaba Fort13 km
- הרי אילת3.9 km
- Abu Tayeh Garden10 km
- Eilat Botanical Garden4.1 km
- Intercontinental Beach12 km
- Al Hussein Bin Ali Park15 km
- Al Manara Entertainment Center14 km
- InterContinental Aqaba (Resort Aqaba)12 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Mirchi11 km
- Restaurant 7attouteh Aqaba11 km
- Restaurant The Olive Tree Restaurant10 km
Beaches in the Neighborhood:
- Dekel Beach1.2 km
- Mosh's Beach1.4 km
- Papaya Beach1 km
- Kisuski Beach1.2 km
- The Coral Beach Pearl1.4 km
Closest Airports:
- Eilat-Ramon Airport20 km
- Taba International Airport41 km
- King Hussein International Airport9 km
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