If you don't mid paying the extra bucks for some splurge - visit this place! GT and apfelstrudel in the midst of Jerusalem and just a stones throw from Damascus Gate. Also, they have a great rooftop from where to see the area.
Austrian Hospice
About the Austrian Hospice
The ecclesiastical institution known as the “Austrian Hospice of the Holy Family” was established for pilgrims in 1854 by the Austrian Catholic Church in the Holy Land.
Today, the interior design is modern whilst retaining the 19th-century ambience. The guest house offers two options: dormitories (between 5-12 beds) or guest-rooms (single, double, or triple rooms). Catholic Liturgy is celebrated daily in the house-chapel.
The Austrian Hospice aims to bring together different cultures within the realm of art, and space is given to contemporary art and music. The Austrian Hospice has its own cafe, Viennese Cafe, where you can enjoy magnificent views of the Old City whilst indulging in well-known Viennese specialties like coffee with whipped cream or sweetened milk, caffe latte with a slice of Sacher-torte or apple strudel.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 367 traveler reviewsNew
“Not the cheapest place in town, but probably the best...”
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“Pilgrims' hostel”
Ausrian Hospice has an excellent location, high quality services and friendly staff, cosy feeling for guests from the former Habsburg empire. European meals and beers, coffee and large dorms with good facilities...
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“A view from the roof”
Heard there was a great view from the top of this old hospice so climbed countless stairs/floores to get to the roof. Cost 5 NIS to go up but the view was worth it. Have seen more exciting sections of the Old City below but it was still and all a fine enoygh view...
MoreHeard there was a great view from the top of this old hospice so climbed countless stairs/floores to get to the roof. Cost 5 NIS to go up but the view was worth it. Have seen more exciting sections of the Old City below but it was still and all a fine enoygh view and nice break from navigating the alleyways and crowds therein.
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