Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea

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4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

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Parking included
Free WiFi

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Dead Sea Road, Sweimeh, 11194

Place, King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center
‪12 min walk‬
Place, Amman Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Place, Abdali Mall
‪56 min drive‬
Airport, Amman (AMM-Queen Alia Intl.)
‪71 min drive‬

Room options

Free minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Room

Sleeps 3
Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Sleeps 3
Free WiFi

Superior Room

Sleeps 2
Free WiFi

Suite (Penthouse)

Sea view
100 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Honeymoon Suite (Ishtar)

Sea view
45 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Room (Ishtar Deluxe King)

Sea view
53 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Room (Ishtar Deluxe Twin)

Sea view
53 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Junior Suite

Exceptional

Sea view
61 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Superior Room (King)

Exceptional

Sea view
40 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Superior Room (Twin)

Exceptional

Sea view
40 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Panoramic Room (By Resense Spa King)

Sea view
61 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Panoramic Room (By Resense Spa Twin)

Very good

Sea view
61 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Suite (Ishtar)

Sea view
67 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Room (Ishtar Terrac King)

Sea view
60 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Family Suite (Duplex)

Exceptional

85 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Room (Ishtar Superior King)

Very good

Sea view
40 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Room (Ishtar Superior Twin)

Sea view
40 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

Executive Suite

Sea view
81 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

About the area

Sweimeh

On the beach.Stay at this Sweimeh resort and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Amman Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of Dead Sea Panoramic Complex. Bethany Beyond the Jordan and Allenby Bridge are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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What's nearby

King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Amman Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Abdali Boulevard - 55 min drive - 60.9 km
Abdali Mall - 56 min drive - 61.3 km
Rainbow Street - 57 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

Queen Alia Intl. Airport (AMM) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lowest Bar in the World - ‬46 min drive
‪Buffalo Wings & Rings - ‬16 min walk
‪The Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Rabbel Lobby Lounge - ‬15 min walk
Kish Bar

About this property

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea

Upscale beachfront resort with 9 outdoor pools

Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea you can cool off in one of the 9 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 4 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This Belle Époque resort also offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 5-star Sweimeh resort is smoke free.

345 guestrooms or units

8 levels

3 buildings

4 dining venues

3 coffee shops

Built in 2006

Deli

Kid's club (surcharge)

Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Childcare (surcharge)

Terrace on the roof

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Business center (24 hours)

Conference center

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Coffee in lobby

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Car service

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Garden

Gift shop

Beauty salon

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Television in lobby

Bellhop

Elevator

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Bar by the pool

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea offers 345 accommodations with DVD players and free minibar items. Rooms open to balconies or patios. A pillow menu is available. Plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

The Ishtar Spa by Resense has 20 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

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2 outdoor pools, open 7 AM to 7:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Pool
Spa
Kids pool
Parking included

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 27 - Jun 28

Property amenities

Family friendly

9 outdoor pools
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
DVD player
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: JOD 17 to 25 per person
3 coffee shops/cafes
4 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

9 outdoor pools
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Children's club
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Health club
Indoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Piano
Sauna
Steam room
TV in common areas

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (53 inch wide door)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

DVD player
HDTV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Bidet
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Towels provided

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Free stocked minibar
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Residents of Jordan must present the Sanad mobile app at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for JOD 42.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JOD 17 to 25 per person
A late check-out fee will be charged
Rollaway bed fee: JOD 42.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dead Sea Ishtar

Dead Sea Kempinski Hotel

Dead Sea Kempinski Hotel Ishtar

Ishtar Dead Sea

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Sweimeh

Kempinski Ishtar Dead Sea Sweimeh

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Resort Sweimeh

Kempinski Ishtar ad Sea Sweim

Kempinski Ishtar Dead Sea

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Resort

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Sweimeh

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Resort Sweimeh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea to the airport?

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea is 44.4 mi (80-min drive) away from the Queen Alia Intl. Airport (AMM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea?

As of May 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea on Jun 20, 2026 start from CA $355, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea.

How close is Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between JOD 17 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea?

This resort offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea have a pool?

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea features 9 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool.

Does Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, ocean views, and a poolside location.

Does Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Ishtar Spa by Resense, where you can enjoy Swedish massages, reflexology, and Ayurvedic treatments.

How close is Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea to downtown Sweimeh?

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea is 0.2 mi away from Sweimeh.

Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Everett

Feb 23, 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Feb 21, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Very relaxed atmosphere, great room, lovely food and friendly helpful staff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Murad

Feb 12, 2026

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joel, Beverly Hills

Travelled with group

Feb 8, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great staff lovely rooms

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stuart

Feb 2, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

There is a lot to like about the hotel, particularly its location on the Dead Sea. The things I enjoyed as well as the hotels setting, were the overall ambiance of the common parts - the large reception areas and associated seating area and the huge display of flowers, sculpture and comfortable seating. The infinity swimming pool which was beautiful if a little warm for me. The staff members I spoke to were all helpful and one or two who I got chatting to were absolutely charming. I liked how well the bathing area was set up at the Dead Sea which allowed you to really enjoy this novel experience and then have a nice shower afterwards. The things I did not like so much was firstly, and importantly, my room which was in the main block. I did not like the design of the room, the finishes, the artwork, the lighting, the strange design of the balcony ( albeit had an amazing view) or the grey finishes in the bathroom and a poor shower. The other thing I did not like is how far away from everything the rooms in the main block are. The hotel is large on multiple levels and you have to walk a fair distance using a number of lifts and staircases to get to the facilities - if you are older like (like me!) This is tiresome. I understand that there is a buggy service but it would be easier to stay in one of the apartments which are away from the main building and close to beach, main pools and restaurant. I would definitely come back and stay at this hotel but only in a different room

Staying here was the highlight of our tour of Jordan when it came to the accommodation and people. The property is amazing, highly well kept and the staff extremely helpful and engaging and couldn’t do more to help make sure you had a fantastic time. We stayed in one of the panaromic rooms by Resense, within the Spa area. Huge room and beautiful views from our private terrace. Highly recommend this option as it also gives you full access to the wonderful spa facilities too! Special mention has to be made to the “Lady in Red” team of Era and Ivan. Such incredibly energetic and helpful humans. Likewise Alla the Front Desk manager who from the moment we arrived to when we left was so helpful with our room and suggestions of places to visit. All 3 are a great valuable asset to the hotel and brand. Thank you for making my birthday trip so extra special. Of course there was the delicious food, beautiful infinity pool and private beach future mud experience! Highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mohamad

Dec 31, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Excellent service, everyone was incredibly friendly and going out of their way to help and ensure we were having a good stay | the resort itself is gorgeous with great architecture and amenities, especially the spa and outdoor heated pool | where the hotel loses is the room itself (we had the panoramic view room) as it's incredibly dated and falling apart.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Dec 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The staff scammed me out of the 20JD credit.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasemin, Brooklyn

Travelled with group

Dec 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Dec 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very good hotel and clean nice location near the Dead Sea. And the food excellent room clean and custmer service is 7 star

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Dec 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed at this hotel over a weekend at the end of our holiday and had hoped it would be a highlight. However the hotel was overwhelmed with weekend guests from Amman. Service suffered and we had to complain. Front desk also tried to upsell us to a more expensive room on arrival which was awkward and left a bad impression. We will choose one of the other 5 star hotels nearby if we go back to Jordan. That said, this is a beautiful hotel. It was just shame we didn’t have a great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family

Nov 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Just left the Kempinski Dead Sea. It was a lovely stay. It’s a resort and it does everything a resort should. Customer service was terrific. Very attentive. The area to swim in the Dead Sea was well taken care of and the staff always ready to give you a towel or help put your mud on. The spa was wonderful. An’am was so welcoming and attentive to our needs. The Dead Sea pool was amazing. We bought the half board and were happy with the massive selection of food at breakfast and dinner. Ivan was there every morning to check on everyone and ask if there was anything we needed. There is a huge construction project next door which sometimes ruins the serenity of the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner

Nov 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was incredible. The spa and pools even moreso. Staff was courteous, and extremely helpful. We had a minor issue and they were so supportive to make our stay excellent. Highly recommend Kempinski if you’re staying in the Dead Sea, and especially the Spa rooms!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

Leonel, El Paso

Oct 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The best in the Dead Sea !!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amara

Travelled with family

Oct 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This would have been a five star rating except for a few things. My first impression upon entering the hotel to check in was a poor one. The man who checked us in did not smile once. Did not welcome us. Was actually quite sarcastic when I jokingly said we normally stay at the Marriott and I hope this hotel would be able to compare. He also did not provide much information about the hotel grounds. So when it was time to explore we were completely lost. Once I arrived at the pool the staff was very friendly albeit slow in service. The staff down at the Dead Sea was wonderful. The best in fact. At dinner at the Lebanese restaurant service as exceedingly slow. We made a reservation but were told we couldn’t sit at a table with a view because they were reserved, only to see the tables never used during our meal. The staff at the belly dancing restaurant was nice, but once again they were so slow. We ordered a martini and tea. I had already finished my martini before my mother’s tea had even arrived. I also witnessed what appeared to be a manager, berating one of his staff. All in all the property is gorgeous. And certain staff members were wonderful. But, this hotel costs twice the price of the Marriott and did not deliver twice the experience. So, I would not return. I will continue to visit the Marriott when I come to Jordan.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Riyadh

Travelled with group

Oct 9, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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Sweimeh

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