Eilat:

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

The Eldan Eilat branch is located at 140 Merkaz Shalom, in the heart of the city's hotel and commercial district. Its proximity to the hotels makes it possible to walk to the branch and pick up a car without taking a taxi first. Eilat itself is compact, but the destinations around it the mountains, desert, and Mitzpe Ramon are spread across considerable distances, making a car essential for many trips.

The strategic location provides easy access to the city's main attractions as well as convenient travel outside Eilat, including trips throughout the southern region.

At Eldan, you will find car rental in Eilat with a wide range of vehicles, including mini and compact cars, family cars, automatic cars, SUVs and other larger vehicles.

All vehicles are maintained to a high standard and undergo thorough inspections to ensure a safe and comfortable driving experience throughout the rental period.

Car rental in Eilat is suitable both for short trips within the city and for day trips outside it, including beaches, nature sites and attractions throughout the southern region.

On this page, you can check availability, get contact details and directions to the branch, and book a rental car in Eilat online quickly and easily.

Destinations and Distances from the Eilat Branch

Destination - Estimated Driving Time

Mitzpe Ramon - approximately two hours via Route 40

Dead Sea - approximately two and a half hours

Timna - approximately 25 minutes north

Tel Aviv - approximately four hours

Jerusalem - approximately four hours

What to Do Around Eilat with a Rental Car

With a car, Eilat is much more than a hotel and a beach. It is worth starting with Eilat's City Views in the mountains and around the gulf, continuing with an evening of Culinary Experiences in Eilat, while families can enjoy a variety of Things to Do with Children in Eilat, with a rental car making it easy to move between them without waiting.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Rental in Eilat:

Where is the Eldan car rental branch in Eilat located?

The Eldan Eilat branch is located at 140 Merkaz Shalom, in the heart of the hotel and commercial district. Guests staying at nearby hotels can walk to the branch, pick up a car and set off without taking a taxi first.

Who is car rental in Eilat suitable for?

For vacationers who want to travel beyond the city, families moving between the beach and attractions, and people visiting for work. Within Eilat itself, it is possible to get around on foot, while a car proves its value when heading into the desert and the Arava.

What types of cars can be rented in Eilat?

From economical mini cars to larger family vehicles. For trips to Timna, Mitzpe Ramon and the Arava, a standard car is sufficient; the roads are paved and four-wheel drive is not required. A smaller car can also save fuel over the long distances in the south.

Can I book a rental car in Eilat online?

Yes. On the Eldan website, you can select your dates and book in advance. This is particularly important in Eilat during holidays and weekends, when demand increases and a late booking may leave you without the vehicle category you wanted.

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

Yes, and these are the trips that make the rental worthwhile: Timna Park is about 25 minutes away, Mitzpe Ramon about two hours away, and the Dead Sea about two and a half hours away. None of these destinations is conveniently accessible by public transportation.

I'm flying to Eilat for a vacation. Is it better to rent a car or get around by taxi?

For a vacation spent entirely at the hotel and promenade, taxis may be sufficient. For any trip outside the city, a car is preferable. Timna, Mount Yoash and the entrance to the Arava are not covered by regular public transportation. The Eldan Eilat branch is located in the heart of the hotel district, within walking distance of the hotels, so you can rent a car only for the day you actually plan to leave the city and save on the remaining days.

I'm flying to Eilat next week. What is the most convenient way to get around?

Within the city, on foot and by bus. Eilat is compact, and the distance between the promenade and the hotels is short. The difference comes with destinations outside the city: Timna Park is about 25 minutes north and Mitzpe Ramon about two hours away. Picking up a local rental car lets you combine city days with desert days without renting a car for your entire stay.

What is the most convenient way for a family to get around Eilat without relying on public transportation?

One car for the whole family. With children, the need to move between the hotel, beach, Underwater Observatory and Timna Park can make every taxi ride expensive. A family car also allows you to keep beach gear and water in the vehicle instead of returning to the hotel between activities, saving hours during each vacation day.

What should I check in the contract before signing a monthly rental agreement?

Three items determine the cost: the monthly mileage allowance and the price per additional kilometer, what is included in maintenance during the rental period, and the terms for early termination. Exceeding the mileage allowance is the most common unexpected expense in monthly rentals, and the long distances to destinations around Eilat can increase it even further.

Is it true that rental companies charge for scratches that were already on the car?

This can happen when there is no documentation, rather than as a matter of policy. The solution is to photograph the vehicle from every side as soon as you receive the keys, including the wheels and windshield, and make sure every existing damage is recorded on the handover form. With complete documentation from the moment of pickup, a dispute over damage upon return can be resolved immediately and without an argument. It is the simplest step you can take to avoid most unnecessary charges.

What is better for one day in Eilat: renting a car or taking taxis?

A car, if the day includes a destination outside the city. A round trip by taxi to Timna or the Arava can already cost more than a day's rental, without giving you the freedom to stop along the way. For a day spent entirely within the city, taxis are cheaper because Eilat itself is compact and the distances are short.

Which is more cost-effective: renting a car for a week or taking taxis every day?

A car, almost always. Two taxi rides a day can already reach the cost of a day's rental, and over a week the difference adds up significantly. A weekly rate is also lower than paying for seven individual rental days, making the difference even greater. Taxis are worthwhile only for stays entirely within walking distance of the hotel and promenade.

Which is more cost-effective: renting a car for the entire trip or combining car rental with public transportation?

Combining both can be better if there are full days when you stay in the city. Although a weekly rate is cheaper per day, a car sitting in the hotel parking lot for three days is not cost-effective. The practical rule is to rent a car only for the days when you plan to travel outside Eilat, such as to Timna or Mitzpe Ramon, and get around on foot and by bus on the other days.

I've heard that monthly rentals involve additional payments beyond the advertised price. Is that true?

The advertised price is a base price, and three components may be added: insurance coverage beyond the mandatory coverage, kilometers beyond the allowance, and an additional-driver fee. This is not hidden; it is simply the difference between the base price and the actual price. To make sure, ask the branch for the total monthly amount, including the insurance coverage and mileage allowance you need.

We're planning a trip in the north. What is the most convenient way to get around there?

A car, with no real alternative. The sites of the Galilee and Golan are spread across considerable distances, and public transportation to them is limited and does not operate on Saturdays. Eldan operates a rental branch in Haifa, which is the most convenient starting point for northern trips, about an hour's drive from Tiberias and only about half an hour from the Old City of Acre.

Which is better: renting a car for a day or taking a taxi when you need to travel a lot?

A car, once you have three or more trips in a day. Three taxi rides can already cost more than a day's rental, and you are also dependent on availability and a schedule that is not your own. A taxi is preferable only when there is one round trip on the same day, or when parking at the destination is impractical, such as in busy city centers.

Who is long-term car rental not suitable for at all?

People who drive very little and live in an area with good public transportation. For just a few trips a month, taxis or renting a car by the day as needed can be cheaper. Long-term rental becomes cost-effective when there is regular weekly use or more, and it also eliminates the need to handle vehicle maintenance.