Very nice family run hotel, great location just outside the Damascus gate, walking distance to main attractions, friendly and helpful staff. The room was renovated and clean. The building is an historic charming building with oriental charm.
Jerusalem Hotel
About the Jerusalem Hotel
The Jerusalem Hotel is a charming, family-run hotel in East Jerusalem that offers comfortable rooms, personal service and attention to detail. The hotel has been run by the Saadeh family since 1960 and was renovated in 1991. Found in an old Arab mansion from the previous century, Jerusalem Hotel boasts high ceilings, arched windows, Arabic furniture, antiques and Persian carpets.
The hotel is located within walking distance of Damascus Gate and a light rail stop that can take you quickly to various parts of the city, including the city center, Yad Vashem and the central bus station.
One of the highlights of the hotel is the dining experience. Eating out on the garden patio under the vine leaves simulates the experience of eating in a Palestinian village whereas the 300-year-old atmospheric cellar simulates a Bedouin setting.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 354 traveler reviews“Old World Charm”
This is a lovely old building , lots of antiques. It is a renovated Palestinian mansion. The atmosphere is nice and the staff are all kind and helpful. Our room on the ground floor was spacious and the ensuite shower was good. Plenty of hot water etc. Food in the restaurant is good ,...
MoreThis is a lovely old building , lots of antiques. It is a renovated Palestinian mansion. The atmosphere is nice and the staff are all kind and helpful. Our room on the ground floor was spacious and the ensuite shower was good. Plenty of hot water etc. Food in the restaurant is good , and breakfast was plentiful and we had lots of choice. The hotel is ideally located for the old centre. It is a 5 minute walk to Damascus Gate. This is an ideal location. Lots of good places to eat nearby. If you like old world charm, and hospitality this is the place for you. It is not a soul less 5 star hotel, but that is it's charm. Would not hesitate to stay here again , or recommend to friends and family.
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“Old World Jerusalem”
I loved the atmosphere in this hotel. It is a renovated Palestinian mansion packed with antiques. Our room on the first floor had a lovely little balcony and was very spacious. There is a restaurant/ terrace at the front where breakfast is served. Locals use it too which adds to the authenticity of this...
MoreI loved the atmosphere in this hotel. It is a renovated Palestinian mansion packed with antiques. Our room on the first floor had a lovely little balcony and was very spacious. There is a restaurant/ terrace at the front where breakfast is served. Locals use it too which adds to the authenticity of this place. It is about a 5 minute walk to the Damascus gate and the old town. If you want something more than bland chain hotels stay here.
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Suited for
- Couples
- Families
- Kosher
Services
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Fax / Photocopying
- Heating
- Laundry
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe
- Tour Desk
General
- Free Parking
- Free WIFI
- Meeting Room
- Synagogue
- Check in: 2:00 pm
- Check out: 12:00 pm