Marom Golan Kibbutz has begun construction of a luxury tourist complex adjacent to the existing kibbutz. The project is currently undergoing the building permit process. Shafi Mol, who manages the kibbutz’s tourism project and is leading the current effort, explains, “We have identified a plot in the Alonim forest adjacent to the kibbutz. This 58 dunam area formerly housed a chicken coop, but we have the potential to rezone it to develop the tourist sector.”
Moe further explains: “We ran a competition which involved three architecture firms. Rosen Linenberg Architects won the competition with their concept, look and inspiration drawn from the archaeological history of the Golan Heights and its sites.”
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According to Mol, “The project is aimed at international tourists and local visitors. It is a luxury project of a level never before seen in the country, especially in the Golan Heights. Despite the conflict, we will continue with the project and believe in tourism in the north. We are confident that the project will attract and capitalize on many tourists for decades to come. Nothing can beat the magic of the Golan Heights.”
Architect Ron Rosen of Rosen Linenberg Architects explains, “The project will be built on a site of 28 dunams and will include a luxury hotel with premium amenities such as conference rooms, a restaurant, a spa and a gym, 90 suites over three floors (some with private pools), 10 suites off the main building, a restaurant, an amphitheater and other facilities.” Visualization, architecture and planning: Rosen Linenberg Architects (Courtesy of PR) Visualization, architecture and planning: Rosen Linenberg Architects (Courtesy of PR) Architect Ron Rosen (Courtesy of Liya Gil)
Rosen added: “The hotel’s design was inspired by the nearby Rujom el-Hili, a prehistoric cult site whose mysteries remain unsolved. We expect permits to be granted in early 2025, with construction to begin shortly thereafter. We expect the complex to be completed and take shape in approximately two years.”
