Vert Dead Sea Hotel
About This Place
The Vert Dead Sea Hotel is a 304-room resort in northern Ein Bokek operated by AFI Hotels, in the building known for years as the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea. The property pairs a large mineral-water spa with indoor and outdoor pools and private beach access, approximately 440 meters below sea level. This profile covers the rooms, spa, dining, beach, and how the Vert compares with its neighbors; for a deeper editorial assessment, read the full Vert Dead Sea five-star hotel review.
Key Facts
| Location | Ein Bokek (northern section), Dead Sea, Israel |
| Category | 5-star hotel and spa (AFI Hotels) |
| Guest type | Spa enthusiasts, couples, families, conference groups |
| Rooms | 304 (standard, deluxe, club rooms 18+, suites) |
| Opened | formerly operated as Crowne Plaza Dead Sea] |
| Signature features | 60+ spa treatments; renovated mineral complex (2025); direct beach access; adults-only Club Floor; conference capacity up to 600 |
| Guest rating | 4.2 / 5 (2,559 reviews) |
Amenities
POOL
Sulfur Pools
Turkish Hammam
GYM
WELLNESS & SPA
Beach access
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Kids Club
Fitness Center
RESTAURANT
Bar/Lounge
Conference facilities
WIFI
PARKING
Location and Background in Ein Bokek
The Vert Dead Sea stands in the northern section of the Ein Bokek hotel zone, next to the Lot Spa Hotel, per the operator’s About page. Ein Bokek concentrates more than a dozen resorts along roughly 2 kilometers of shoreline, connected by a pedestrian promenade.
AFI Hotels (Africa Israel Hotels), the Israeli hospitality group that operates the property, rebranded the hotel after its Crowne Plaza years under IHG. The building and beachfront position carried over, and the wider Ein Bokek resort area puts public beaches, a mall, and restaurants within walking distance.
Rooms and Suites
The Vert Dead Sea Hotel in Ein Bokek, formerly the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea, offers 304 rooms in standard, deluxe, club, and suite categories, according to AFI Hotels, the Israeli group that operates the property, with rooms marketed as overlooking the Dead Sea or the desert mountains behind the resort strip.
The club rooms are reserved for couples aged 18 and over and connect to a business lounge with a dairy buffet, which the hotel’s own listing says operates Thursday through Saturday and admits adults only. Families typically book standard or deluxe rooms; the DeadSea.com guide to Dead Sea hotels for families compares child-friendly setups across the strip.
Spa, Pools, and Wellness Facilities
The spa is the Vert’s strongest card, and AFI Hotels describes it as one of the largest spa complexes among Dead Sea hotels.
AFI Hotels lists about 60 spa treatments at the Vert Dead Sea Hotel, including massages and body treatments, alongside a heated indoor pool filled with Dead Sea water, two sulfur pools, a jacuzzi, and wet and dry saunas, with spa entry limited to guests aged 16 and older.
Outside, an unheated pool operates year-round beside the beach with a separate toddler pool, according to the hotel’s activities page, and the main AFI Hotels listing adds a pool bar serving snacks. Dead Sea water itself reaches 34.2 percent salinity, so most guests alternate fresh-water pool time with sea floats of 15 to 20 minutes; the guide to how long to soak in the Dead Sea explains why. For a broader look at mineral-water facilities along the strip, see the comparison of Dead Sea spa hotels on the Israeli shore.
Dining at the Vert Dead Sea
The hotel runs one main restaurant, Rosemary, described on the hotel’s own listing as serving a rich menu throughout the day; in practice this means the buffet breakfast and dinner service typical of Ein Bokek resorts. The Lot’s Wife Bar in the lobby serves a dairy menu plus alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and lounge guests get an additional dairy buffet on the days the lounge operates. For independent options along the promenade, the Ein Bokek restaurants guide maps what is within walking distance.
Private Beach and Pool Access
The Vert Dead Sea provides guests direct access to a private beach, which AFI Hotels states is available around the clock, with only the outdoor pool area and a small garden between the building and the shore. The private stretch adjoins Ein Bokek’s free public beach system, with lifeguards, fresh-water showers, and shade at no charge; details are in the Ein Bokek beach guide.
How the Vert Compares with Other Ein Bokek Five-Star Hotels
DeadSea.com’s editorial review covers the Vert within the five-star tier of the Israeli shore: a large, full-service resort whose spa and beachfront rival the flagship names, in a building that predates the newest properties on the strip. The table below draws on the DeadSea.com guide to five-star Dead Sea hotels in Israel.
| Hotel | Rooms | Distinguishing character |
|---|---|---|
| Vert Dead Sea (by AFI Hotels) | 304 | Large mineral spa, private beach, former Crowne Plaza |
| Herods Dead Sea | 223 sea-facing | Premium resort with the Vitalis Spa complex |
| David Dead Sea Resort and Spa | 606 | Largest five-star property, extensive gardens |
| Milos Dead Sea by Herbert Samuel | 162 | Greek-inspired boutique style, some private-pool suites |
| Lot Spa Hotel | Mid-range neighbor | Four-star pricing directly next door to the Vert |
Who the Vert Dead Sea Suits Best
The Vert fits three traveler profiles well. Spa-focused guests get one of the larger treatment menus in Ein Bokek. Couples can isolate themselves on the adults-only club floor with lounge access. Families get the Freckles kids club, a toddler pool, and a beach a minute’s walk from the lobby.
Ein Bokek concentrates more than a dozen hotels along roughly 2 kilometers of Dead Sea shoreline, according to DeadSea.com’s district guide, and the Vert Dead Sea Hotel sits in the quieter northern section, giving guests promenade access to beaches, restaurants, and shops without needing a car.
Conference planners are a fourth audience: AFI Hotels lists banquet facilities for up to 600 participants, unusual capacity for the Dead Sea shore. Guests who want a brand-new building or a boutique atmosphere may prefer Milos or the newer Isrotel properties.
Planning a Stay at the Vert
The Vert Dead Sea delivers the core Ein Bokek formula, a big spa, a private beach, and buffet dining, at a scale few neighbors match. Check current rates on the official AFI Hotels site, then use the full DeadSea.com review to confirm it beats the alternatives for your travel style.
Sources
- VERT Dead Sea, AFI Hotels (official hotel page)
- About Us, VERT Dead Sea, AFI Hotels (official)
- Entertainment and Hotel Attractions, VERT Dead Sea, AFI Hotels (official)
- Vert Dead Sea: 5-Star Hotel by AFI Review, DeadSea.com
- Dead Sea Israel Five-Star Hotels, DeadSea.com
- Hotels in Ein Bokek, DeadSea.com
POOL
Sulfur Pools
Turkish Hammam
GYM
WELLNESS & SPA
Beach access
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Kids Club
Fitness Center
RESTAURANT
Bar/Lounge
Conference facilities
WIFI
PARKING
Location and Surroundings
Vert sits in the northern section of the Ein Bokek hotel strip on Israel’s western Dead Sea shore, at approximately 440 metres below sea level. Ben Gurion Airport is approximately 160 kilometres away. The hotel is positioned between Lot Spa Hotel and the former Mountains Shade Hotel.
The Nahal Ein Bokek (Bokek Springs) trailhead is near the hotel — one of the most accessible hikes in the Dead Sea area. Ein Gedi Nature Reserve is within a short drive. The Wolfson Medical Center for clinical dermatological procedures is approximately 650 metres away, served by complimentary hotel transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Vert Dead Sea Hotel the former Crowne Plaza Dead Sea?
Yes. AFI Hotels states on its official site that the Vert Dead Sea Hotel is the former Crowne Plaza Dead Sea, rebranded after the property left the IHG-affiliated Crowne Plaza flag. The building, its 304 rooms, the spa complex, and the private beachfront position in northern Ein Bokek all continued operating under the Vert name, so earlier reviews of the Crowne Plaza describe the same physical property.
How many rooms does the Vert Dead Sea Hotel have?
The Vert Dead Sea Hotel has 304 rooms, according to AFI Hotels, spanning standard rooms, deluxe rooms, club rooms restricted to couples aged 18 and over, and suites, all marketed with Dead Sea or mountain views. The count places the Vert among Ein Bokek’s larger properties, well above boutique hotels like Milos yet about half the size of the 606-room David Dead Sea Resort.
Does the Vert Dead Sea Hotel have a private beach?
Yes. AFI Hotels states that guests receive direct access to the hotel’s private beach around the clock, with the outdoor pool and a small garden the only things separating the building from the shore. The private section also connects to Ein Bokek’s free public beach system along the resort’s roughly 2 kilometer shoreline, which adds lifeguard coverage, fresh-water showers, and shade structures at no charge.
What spa facilities does the Vert Dead Sea offer?
The spa includes a heated indoor pool filled with Dead Sea water, two sulfur pools, a jacuzzi, wet and dry saunas, and a menu of more than 60 treatments, according to AFI Hotels. Entry is limited to guests aged 16 and older, so families should plan spa time around childcare. Dead Sea water reaches 34.2 percent salinity, so most guests pair spa sessions with short sea floats rather than long swims.
