The Dan Hotels

What The Dan Hotels does

Dan Hotels is Israel's most established luxury hotel chain, operating 16 hotels and resorts across every major Israeli destination — Jerusalem (including the iconic King David Hotel), Tel Aviv, Herzliya, Eilat, Haifa, Caesarea, Safed, and Nazareth — plus two international properties: NoMo SoHo in Manhattan (acquired February 2026 for $121 million) and The Den in Bengaluru, India. Founded in 1942 by the Federmann family, the company serves discerning leisure travelers, business and corporate clients, and families seeking premium accommodations in prime locations, with ancillary offerings including the JAH Spa at Dan Accadia, conference and event venues (up to 340 guests), the Ort Dan Gourmet culinary arts center, Steel Family Tennis Club, and the Danyland children's club.

The company's revenue model rests on room accommodations supplemented by F&B, events, and wellness services. Distribution is predominantly direct-to-consumer through the danhotels.com booking engine (offering a Best Price Guarantee), international toll-free reservation lines, and the E-DAN Club loyalty program that reportedly engages roughly half of guests via cash-back rewards. Two properties — King David Jerusalem and Dan Tel Aviv — are members of the ultra-exclusive Leading Hotels of the World network, providing international distribution. The company is publicly listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (tlv:DANH) and employs 1,001–5,000 staff.

Strategically, Dan Hotels is in an international expansion phase following the $121 million NoMo SoHo acquisition, with concurrent domestic product upgrades (GALA Rooms at Dan Eilat, Executive Rooms at Dan Tel Aviv, refreshed Dan Accadia positioning). The technology stack is conventional hospitality tooling with no disclosed AI/ML capabilities; the primary differentiators are historic landmark properties, brand heritage, culinary excellence, and a near-monopoly on luxury locations across Israel's tourism corridor. Revenue is highly sensitive to Israeli tourism cycles, regional security conditions, and inbound travel flows.

Name

The Dan Hotels

Legal name

Dan Hotels

Website

https://danhotels.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1942

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Dan Hotels is Israel's most established luxury hotel chain, operating 16 properties across Israel's key destinations plus NoMo SoHo in New York and The Den in Bengaluru, serving international tourists, business travelers, and families with premium accommodations, F&B, spa, and event services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hotels & Resorts

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban Luxury Hotels (City Luxury) (THAGACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD), Business & Corporate Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAE), Large-Scale Headquarters Convention Hotels (THAGALAH)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel accommodations
• Hospitality services
• Conference and event venues
• Spa and wellness services
• Hotel loyalty program

Headquarters

HQ city

Tel Aviv

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hotel Accommodations: Core revenue from room bookings across 16 luxury hotels in Israel and 2 international properties, with room types ranging from standard rooms to executive rooms and luxury suites.
2. Dining and Culinary Services: On-site restaurants, bars, and pool dining at each property including specialty venues like the Sendi Bar at Dan Tel Aviv and The Dining Room at Dan Accadia. The chain also operates Ort Dan Gourmet culinary arts center in Tel Aviv.
3. Events and Conferences: Meeting rooms, conference facilities, and event spaces available at properties like Dan Accadia which offers venues such as Alexandria (375 m2), Nice (176 m2), and Marseille (128 m2) for corporate events, weddings, and special occasions.
4. Spa and Wellness Services: JAH Spa at Dan Accadia Herzliya offers treatments including massages, aromatherapy, Ayurveda, and wet/dry saunas, generating revenue from treatment bookings and spa packages.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Dan Hotels operates and markets 16 luxury hotels and resorts across Israel's most prestigious destinations (Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Eilat, Haifa, Herzliya, Caesarea, the Galilee) and 2 international boutique properties (NoMo SoHo in New York City and The Den in Bengaluru, India). The chain sells hotel accommodations, on-site dining and bar services, conference and event venues, spa and wellness (JAH Spa), sports facilities, and children's clubs, supported by the E-DAN Club loyalty program.

Product overview

Dan Hotels operates a portfolio of 16 hotels and resorts across Israel's most coveted destinations, spanning from the Galilee to Eilat, along with two international properties: NoMo SoHo in New York City and The Den in Bengaluru, India. The chain encompasses luxury properties including the legendary King David Hotel and Dan Tel Aviv (both members of The Leading Hotels of the World), plus beachfront resorts, boutique urban hotels, and heritage properties. The portfolio includes amenities such as the E-DAN Club loyalty program with cash-back rewards, Ort Dan Gourmet culinary center, JAH Spa facilities, conference and event venues, tennis clubs, and Danyland children's clubs. Many properties are historic landmarks tied to Israel's heritage, and the chain is recognized for culinary excellence featuring master chefs and locally sourced ingredients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• E-DAN Club: The loyalty rewards program offering cash-back rewards and exclusive privileges for hotel guests.
• Ort Dan Gourmet
• NoMo SoHo
• The Den Bengaluru

Products and services

• King David Hotel Jerusalem Israel's most prestigious hotel, a legendary property that has hosted kings, presidents, and global heads of state since the British Mandate era. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Located in Jerusalem.
• Dan Tel Aviv Hotel Iconic beachfront property in Tel Aviv evolved from the mythical 'Kaete Dan' pension — the first modern hotel built on Tel Aviv's coastline. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, featuring new Executive Rooms and the Sendi Bar.
• Dan Accadia Resort Herzliya Scenic beachfront resort in Herzliya characterized by its red tiled roof and spacious lawns. Features JAH Spa, Steel Family Tennis Club, Danyland Kids Club, conference venues, and the Sendi Bar.
• Dan Eilat Hotel Premium beachfront hotel in Eilat on the Red Sea featuring GALA Rooms & Suites and direct access to Red Sea coral reefs.
• Dan Caesarea Resort Luxury resort at the heart of Caesarea, midway between Tel Aviv and Haifa. Features Mediterranean beach access, an 18-hole international golf course, and proximity to the National Antiquities Park.
• NoMo SoHo (New York) 26-story, 264-room boutique hotel at 9 Crosby Street in Manhattan's SoHo, New York City. Dan Hotels' first international property in the U.S. market, acquired from the Sapir Organization.
• The Den Bengaluru Boutique hotel in Bengaluru, India — part of the Dan Hotels chain's international expansion beyond Israel.
• Dan Jerusalem Hotel Four-star hotel in Jerusalem offering quality accommodations near the city's major attractions.
• Dan Panorama Jerusalem Panorama-view hotel in Jerusalem offering panoramic views of the city.
• Dan Boutique Jerusalem Centrally located boutique hotel in Jerusalem, positioned in the heart of the city.
• Dan Panorama Tel Aviv Beachfront hotel in Tel Aviv offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline.
• Link Hotel & Hub TLV

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly half of guests enjoy E-DAN Club membership benefits

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• The Leading Hotels of the WorldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Leading Hotels of the World is an ultra-exclusive international network of independent luxury hotels. Dan Hotels' King David Hotel Jerusalem and Dan Tel Aviv are members of this prestigious network, providing international distribution and marketing benefits.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fattal Hotels (Leonardo Hotels): Fattal Hotels operates the Leonardo Hotels brand and is one of Israel's largest hotel groups, with a portfolio spanning Israel and Europe. It competes directly with Dan Hotels across multiple Israeli cities and represents the third major domestic luxury hotel chain.
• Isrotel: Isrotel is Dan Hotels' closest direct competitor in Israel, operating a comparable portfolio of luxury and resort hotels across Israel's key destinations including Eilat, the Dead Sea, and Tel Aviv. Both chains compete head-to-head for Israeli leisure tourism, group bookings, and inbound tourism market share.

Broad incumbents

• Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts: Four Seasons operates ultra-luxury hotels globally and competes for the same high-end leisure and corporate travel demand that Dan Hotels targets. Its presence in the Middle East and global brand cachet position it as a benchmark for the premium luxury segment Dan Hotels competes in.
• Marriott International: Marriott's luxury portfolio (Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, JW Marriott) includes properties in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other Middle East gateways. Marriott Bonvoy loyalty and global corporate accounts make it a meaningful competitor for the same business and luxury leisure demand that Dan Hotels targets.
• Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group: Mandarin Oriental is a global operator of luxury hotels with a focus on gateway cities and resort destinations. Its brand positioning and guest experience standards are directly comparable to Dan Hotels' flagship luxury properties and serve as an aspirational comparable for international expansion.
• Hilton Worldwide: Hilton operates luxury brands (Waldorf Astoria, Conrad) globally including properties in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem that compete with Dan Hotels for international luxury travelers. As a broad incumbent, Hilton brings scale, loyalty (Hilton Honors), and global distribution that Dan Hotels accesses only partially via Leading Hotels of the World.
• Taj Hotels (IHCL): Taj Hotels, part of Indian Hotels Company, operates a portfolio of iconic heritage luxury hotels (similar positioning to King David Hotel) and has expanded internationally, including new builds and acquisitions. Taj's heritage-luxury brand and India presence make it a relevant comparable for Dan Hotels' heritage positioning and Bengaluru foothold.

Others

• The King David Hotel (subsidiary): The King David Hotel is itself a wholly-owned Dan Hotels subsidiary and an industry benchmark for Israeli luxury hospitality. While not a separate competitor, it anchors the brand's positioning and competes for state-level, diplomatic, and ultra-luxury tourism segments against other Middle Eastern landmark hotels.
• The Leading Hotels of the World: Leading Hotels of the World is a network rather than a competitor, but two Dan Hotels properties (King David, Dan Tel Aviv) are members. The network provides global distribution, marketing reach, and a curated luxury positioning that is comparable in brand prestige to chain-affiliated luxury competitors.

Regional players

• Caesarea Development Corporation: Caesarea Development Corporation operates the Caesarea Golf & Country Club and adjacent resort area near Dan Caesarea. While primarily a real-estate and golf operator rather than a hotel chain, it represents an overlapping regional ecosystem partner/competitor for resort demand in the Caesarea corridor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/danhotels
• Facebookfacebook.com/DanHotelsIsrael
• Instagraminstagram.com/danhotels
• Xx.com/danhotels
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dan-hotels-israel

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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