Logos Hotel in Yad HaShmona is perched on top of a Judean mountain range 700m above sea level, surrounded by stunning vistas with dramatic landscapes of forested mountains, valleys and pastoral green spaces that inspire a calm and peaceful atmosphere.
‘Logos’ – a new name for the ‘Yad HaShmona Country Hotel’.
Yad HaShmona Village was established in 1974 by a group of Christian pioneers from Finland. The Israel-loving group members believe in the fulfilment of Biblical prophecies and as such sought to contribute their efforts to rebuilding a Zionist home in Israel.
In addition to the new name, Logos Hotel has undergone a range of renovations and refreshments with new bathrooms, new beds and the addition of a newly built wing with spacious ‘Superior Rooms’ boasting a contemporary and modern design.
Logos hotel has 35 ‘Classic Rooms’ constructed from pine logs, designed in a unique Finnish/Scandinavian style as well as 15 new spacious and luxurious ‘Superior Rooms’ with balconies or private gardens, furnished with outdoor coffee table and chairs.
Surrounding the hotel is a remarkable Biblical Garden combining restored archaeological finds with local flora and fauna, where one is transported in time to experience the biblical way of life.
The hotel’s restaurant was constructed using massive wooden logs, imported all the way from Finland and is surround by fantastic mountainous landscapes. Dining in our restaurant is a warm and intimate experience, where you can enjoy the flavours and aromas of fine local dining.
About the Community in Yad HaShmona
Yad HaShmona Village was established in 1974 by a group of Christian pioneers from Finland. The Israel-loving group members believe in the fulfilment of Biblical prophecies and as such sought to contribute their efforts to rebuilding a Zionist home in Israel.
Based on their faith in both the Old and New Testament and their love for the Jewish people and God, the group wanted to dedicate their settlement to the memory of eight Jewish refugees who fled the Nazis to Finland only to be extradited back to the Nazis later on, despite the strong feeling and determination of the Finnish people to defended their Jewish citizens.
The extradition of the eight Jewish refugees weighed heavily on their conscience, which led the founders to name their village ‘Yad HaShmona’ in memory of the eight Jews and publicly express remorse, not only on their behalf, but in the name of the entire Finnish people.
In the late 70s, they were joined by Jewish Israelis who believed in the Bible and the New Testament. These days Yad HaShmona is home to both Finns and Israelis, sharing peaceful community living based on their faith in the Scripture of God.
