Grand Canyon Beersheba (also known as Grand Mall or Ofer Grand Canyon; Hebrew: גרנד קניון באר שבע) is a shopping center located on Road 25 in Beersheba, Israel. Opened on May 23, 2013, it occupies the site formerly home to the historic Neot Midbar Hotel. The center is part of the Ofer Group of shopping centers, owned by the Melisron Group.
The shopping center spans approximately 160,000 square meters, with 50,000 square meters allocated for commercial space, hosting around 250 stores. It is considered the largest in Israel by interior size, stretching roughly 273 meters in length. The design was executed by the architectural firm MYS Architects. It offers a diverse array of stores, including outlets for clothing, sportswear, dining, cafes, and a market. The top floor features a fast-food center, a video arcade, and a gym.
Location and design Situated in a residential area of Beersheba, Grand Canyon Beersheba was designed using modern mall architectural principles. Its oval-shaped, dual-wing layout enhances store visibility and allows for flexible interior configurations. Inspired by the upscale Ramat Aviv Mall in Tel Aviv, the center features multiple floors dedicated to business, shopping, and entertainment. The design incorporates large aluminum panels, natural stone, and ceramic glass to create a modern, open atmosphere, while skylights ensure abundant natural lighting.
Ownership Initially developed by the Sabag Group in collaboration with the Melisron Group, the shopping center became solely owned by the Melisron Group in May 2016 after Eli Lahav sold his 50% stake. The transaction valued the mall at about ₪1 billion (around $260 million).
See also List of shopping malls in Israel
References
External links Official website of Grand Canyon Beersheba Ido Efrati, After 3 years and NIS 900 million: The Grand Canyon Mall in Beersheba opens – TheMarker, May 22, 2013 (subscription required) Michael Ya'akovson, The Consumer Magnifier: "Grand Canyon" in Beersheba – Size Yes, Character No – Xnet, June 3, 2013