Hotels near Makhtesh Ramon, Mitzpe Ramon

We were so happy to discover the Ramon Suites Hotel. We went with our kids and two nieces and were seven people total, and we booked a Family Garden Suite plus a mini suite. The were pleasantly surprised with how spacious the suites were -- the Family Suites has a full refrigerator and microwave, sink, and is equipped with basics of plates, flatware, glasses, etc. It has a kitchen table with six chairs, two full bedrooms and a spacious common area with couches and two pullout beds. It is literally a 3 minute walk to the Ramon Crater, and several hikes that begin at that point. We loved waking up and just walking to the crater- no need to get back into the car. This same hotel chain has a newer hotel in Mitzpe Ramon, but it is not walking distance to the crater, and it is rooms, not suites, so we were happy to stay here even though the rooms are definitely old in style and wear. The staff was really friendly. We booked just days ahead and they were able to get us rooms right next to each other in the configuration that we wanted. Due to Corona the indoor pool is closed, but they still serve breakfast - it was converted to ”grab and go.” It was a well done breakfast (considering the limitations of Corona) including vegetables, omelet, cheese, cottage cheese, muffins, and a cappuccino machine where you help yourself. Shout out to the woman who staffing the kitchen when were were there (Danelle?) who was so nice and friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this simple, basic, but really friendly, convenient, well-located hotel to families, and I look forward to our family returning soon.