Haifa:

How to Get to the Eldan Haifa Branch and Where to Park

The Eldan Haifa branch is located at 168 Histadrut Boulevard, on the main route connecting Haifa with the Krayot area. Its location in the Lower City, close to Highway 4, eliminates the need to drive down from Mount Carmel when leaving the city. Haifa is built across three topographical levels, which means that having a car can save considerably more time than in flatter cities.

Car rental in Haifa offers a convenient and flexible way to travel around the city and Northern Israel.

Whether you are a tourist, business traveler, family, or local resident, a rental car allows you to easily reach any destination in the city, the Krayot, Mount Carmel, and intercity roads, without relying on public transportation.

At Eldan Haifa, you can rent from a wide selection of vehicles, including mini and compact cars, family cars, automatic cars, SUVs, and larger vehicles.

All vehicles are maintained to high standards and undergo rigorous inspections to ensure a safe and comfortable driving experience in Haifa and the surrounding area.

Car rental in Haifa is suitable for city journeys, business meetings, and trips throughout Northern Israel.

On this page, you can check availability, find the branch’s contact details and directions, and book a rental car in Haifa online quickly and easily.

Destinations and Driving Times from the Haifa Branch

Destination | Estimated driving time

Tel Aviv | Approximately 1.5 hours via Highway 2

Acre (Akko) | Approximately 30 minutes

Tiberias | Approximately 1 hour

Rosh HaNikra | Approximately 45 minutes

Ben Gurion Airport | Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes

What to Do Around Haifa with a Rental Car

Haifa is an ideal base for exploring Northern Israel by car. Begin nearby with Haifa’s natural wonders on Mount Carmel and in the surrounding valleys and streams, continue to the city’s museums and historical attractions, and then extend your route eastward to Tiberias and its surrounding scenery, just an hour’s drive away.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Rental in Haifa

Where is Eldan’s car rental branch in Haifa located?

The Eldan Haifa branch is located at 168 Histadrut Boulevard in the Lower City, on the main route connecting Haifa with the Krayot. Its location eliminates the need to drive down from Mount Carmel when leaving the city and provides quick access to Highway 4.

Who is car rental in Haifa suitable for?

It is suitable for residents of Haifa and the Krayot, business travelers attending conferences and meetings, and visitors using Haifa as a base for exploring Northern Israel. Haifa’s topography makes having a car more essential than in flatter cities.

What types of vehicles can be rented in Haifa?

Subject to availability, the Eldan Haifa branch offers mini cars, family cars, automatic cars, SUVs, and larger vehicles.

What types of vehicles can be rented in Haifa?

A wide selection is available, including mini and compact cars, family cars, automatic cars, SUVs, and larger vehicles. For driving within Haifa, a responsive engine is recommended because of the uphill roads leading to Mount Carmel. A standard car is sufficient for trips throughout Northern Israel, as the roads are paved.

Can I book a rental car in Haifa online?

Yes. You can check availability and book through the Eldan website in just a few minutes. Demand in Northern Israel increases during holidays and vacation periods, and booking in advance helps secure your preferred vehicle category rather than having to settle for what remains available.

Is car rental in Haifa also suitable for trips outside the city?

Yes. Haifa is one of the best starting points in Israel for trips throughout the north. Acre is approximately 30 minutes away, Tiberias is about an hour away, and Rosh HaNikra is approximately 45 minutes away. Public transportation to destinations in the Galilee is limited, and a rental car provides a practical solution.

What are the risks of driving in Northern Israel during winter in terms of roads and conditions?

The main risks are reduced visibility and lower road grip, rather than snow. The Galilee and Golan Heights experience heavy rain and fog, while narrow and winding roads can become slippery. The practical rule is to slow down and increase your following distance. When traveling north from the Eldan Haifa branch, the journey begins on Highway 4, which is a safer route than the mountainous roads.

I have a conference in Haifa and do not have a car. What should I do?

Renting a car for one or two days is the simplest solution. Haifa is built across three topographical levels, and traveling between the Lower City and Mount Carmel by public transportation can be time-consuming. The Eldan Haifa branch is open Sunday through Thursday until 4:00 PM, so it is advisable to arrange collection before the conference begins and return the vehicle on the morning following the final day.

Is it true that there are fewer car rental options in Haifa than in Tel Aviv?

The range of models available in central Israel is broader, but this is generally only significant during peak periods. The Eldan Haifa branch offers mini and compact cars, family cars, automatic cars, SUVs, and larger vehicles. The best way to address the difference in availability is to book in advance, particularly during holidays and vacation periods, rather than giving up the convenience of renting locally.

I am coming to Haifa for a week. What is the most convenient way to get around?

A car is the most convenient option because of the city’s topography. Haifa stretches across the Lower City, Hadar, and Mount Carmel, and the routes between these areas are steep. The Carmelit underground railway and the cable car cover only a single route. With a rental car, you can also reach the Krayot, Acre, and Rosh HaNikra, all within less than an hour’s drive. This makes it possible to turn a week in Haifa into a complete tour of Northern Israel.

I am planning a trip in Northern Israel near Tiberias. How can I get around without a private car?

A rental car is virtually the only practical solution. Attractions around the Sea of Galilee, the Golan Heights, and the Upper Galilee are spread across large distances, and public transportation to many of them is limited or does not operate on Saturdays. The drive from the Eldan Haifa branch to Tiberias takes approximately one hour, allowing you to plan your northern trip around a single vehicle collection point.

What should I know before booking a rental car for a weekend in Northern Israel?

The Haifa branch is closed on Saturdays and is open on Fridays only until 12:00 noon. This means that a car for the weekend must be collected by Friday at noon and returned on Sunday morning. You should also confirm the return fuel policy and the applicable damage excess before leaving the branch, rather than discovering these details when returning the vehicle.

I need to move household belongings. Is it better to rent a van or hire a moving company?

For a partial load and a short distance, renting a van is less expensive. For the contents of an entire apartment, a moving company is more cost-effective because its price includes labor, equipment, and insurance for the contents. The deciding factor is the number of journeys you will actually need to make. If two or more round trips are required, the financial advantage of moving everything yourself with a rental vehicle almost disappears because of the accumulated time and fuel costs.

What must I ask before renting a car from any company?

There are five questions to ask, in this order: What is the damage excess? What is the return fuel policy? What is the mileage allowance? Are tires and windows included in the coverage? Who are the drivers listed in the rental agreement? The final question can be the most costly of all because a driver who is not listed in the agreement is not covered by insurance, even if the vehicle has extended coverage.

What are the car rental risks that people do not usually talk about?

There are three. The first is pre-existing damage that was not documented when the vehicle was collected and is attributed to the renter when it is returned. The second is a driver who is not listed in the rental agreement and is therefore not covered. The third is exceeding the mileage allowance. All three can be avoided by spending five minutes at the branch before leaving, including taking photographs of the vehicle from every side.

What do people complain about when renting a car on a monthly basis, and how can these issues be avoided?

The main complaint concerns exceeding the mileage allowance. The monthly allowance is set when the agreement is signed and may be lower than the renter’s actual usage. Each additional kilometer is then charged separately. To avoid this, estimate your actual monthly mileage before signing, including business travel and weekend journeys, and agree on an allowance that matches your real usage rather than automatically selecting the basic allowance.

What do people complain about most after returning a rental car?

The most common complaint concerns being charged for damage that renters are not certain they caused. This is almost always the result of insufficient documentation when the vehicle was collected. Taking photographs of every side of the vehicle, including the wheels and windshield, when receiving the keys can resolve such a dispute immediately. The second most common complaint concerns fuel charges calculated according to the rental company’s rate.

Which costs do rental companies not always include in the advertised price?

There are four: insurance coverage beyond the mandatory minimum, an additional-driver fee, charges resulting from the return fuel policy, and toll-road payments. The headline price is almost always the base price only. The correct way to compare rental companies is to compare the total daily cost, including the coverage you actually need.