4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
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Found minutes away from Old Jaffa’s bustling centre, Once Upon A Model is in a great location. There are plenty of bustling restaurants and trendy bars on your doorstep – and let’s not forget about the world-famous flea market where you could pick up some unique souvenirs to remember your holiday in Tel Aviv by. The home itself looks lively and funky – we enjoyed the many eye-catching artworks. If you don’t feel like eating out, the kitchen lends itself well to cooking as it’s both modern and sleek.
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What to expect
Highlights
Located in Old Jaffa
The eye-catching photography
Lots of natural light
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Home truths
The walls could do with a lick of paint to cover up scuff marks
As it overlooks a busy street, it can get noisy at times
When we visited, the balcony was tired-looking – it could do with a tidy up and some new furniture
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Hot tub
Balcony
Lift access
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
Local guide
About Old Jaffa
Old Jaffa is not like the rest of Tel-Aviv - and you feel it immediately. Old and new, ancient and bohemian collide to create a vibrant neighbourhood where art galleries, design boutiques, and restaurants lie side-by-side to archaeological excavation sites. Old Jaffa is a maze of Ottoman sandstone homes along narrow, winding alleyways with beautiful Mediterranean-blue doors and shutters that make it feel like you're worlds apart from modern Tel-Aviv...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Swing by Puaa for a delicious breakfast
Puaa is a neighbourhood coffee shop serving healthy meals. Located in the Pishpishim market, the space is filled with antiques and trinkets giving the place a cool flea market vibe.
Find treasures at Jaffa's trendy Flea Market
Also known as Shuk Hapishpishim, this colourful and vibrant market is filled with vendors selling vintage furniture, art and much more.
Enjoy one of Israel's most popular dishes at Dr Shakshuka
Nobody does shakshuka better than the Israelis. Dr Shakshuka is the place to try the famous dish. Try their original version and relax on the terrace.
Check out Old Jaffa's famous Clock Tower
The stunning limestone clock tower stands tall right next to the sea. It towers over most of the buildings in Old Jaffa, and it's worth a closer look.
Go for a drink at Beit Kandinof
Beit Kandinof is a restaurant and bar in the heart of Jaffa. Located in a beautiful old building that's been repurposed, it also houses art exhibitions by local artists.
Eat authentic hummus at Abu Hassan
Abu Hassan is arguably the best hummus to be found in Jaffa. Though the restaurant can be chaotic at times, the hummus is out of the ordinary and popular with locals too.
Experience the unique bar at the Cuckoo's Nest
The Cuckoo's Nest is a unique bar inside an antique shop. The interiors are flamboyant, so it's pretty interesting to have a drink in this kind of atmosphere. There's also an art gallery upstairs.
Feel the atmosphere at Shaffa Bar
This cool bar is the perfect spot to start your night in the Old Jaffa area. It completely comes to life at night, and there's plenty of delicious drinks.
Head to the Old Man and the Sea for seafood
At The Old Man and the Sea, you can enjoy freshly caught fish and seafood port-side. The queues get long, so get here early or make a reservation.
Enjoy a Tipple at Onza
Buzzing, industrial-style bar with outdoor seating, offering delicious Turkish cuisine and fantastic cocktails. Enjoy the lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Make sure to try the standout dishes like the amazing eggplant starter and Seafood Hanina.
Get around
Airport
Ben Gurion
28 min
Haifa
1 hr 29 min
Train station
Holon Wolfson
11 min
Bus stop
Shlomo Road/Abulafya
6 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
5 min
Cafe
4 min
Pharmacy
5 min
Points of interest
Beach
Charles Clore Beach
5 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 1, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 42Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by david
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. It’s safe to say that David loves living under the sun. Other than calling Tel Aviv his home for the past five years, he also used to live in Miami. He’s originally from Paris, but absolutely loves living in Tel Aviv – in his opinion, it’s one of the best and coolest cities in the world.
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