Jerusalem was amazing.nSo interesting, however strick dress code and protocols. All local rules and regulations to be strictly adhered to.nVisited out of season so not too hot, Transport was extremely well protected felt completely safe
YMCA Three Arches Hotel Jerusalem
About the Three Arches Hotel
Located in the 80-year-old Jerusalem International YMCA building right across the street from the King David Hotel, the Three Arches Hotel offers European style with a Middle Eastern feel along with a top-notch, central location and 3-star, affordable rates. Thereby, in comparison with other hotels in Jerusalem, the YMCA Three Arches Hotel stands alone (and tall, with its 152-foot/50 meter tower).
The western Jerusalem YMCA complex, widely considered one of the most beautiful in the world, was designed by the architect who also designed New York City’s Empire State Building. The YMCA’s famous observation tower provides a largely unmatched, full-scale panoramic view of Jerusalem.
Rooms sleep up to three, and include single, doubles, triples, or suites. They are all A/C equipped and include cable TV, a safe, and maid service daily. The YMCA activities and ambiance are one of peace promotion between Jews and Arabs; likewise, a Jewish-Arab kindergarten runs on the premises.
Hotel visitors enjoy the following full range of activities offered at the Jerusalem YMCA, all for free with their stay: these include YMCA’s large indoor swimming pool, squash courts, gym, library. roof terrace, WiFi, and free parking. The complex is home also to the Three Arches Restaurant, offering international cuisine, and open every day of the week. In addition, onsite are a swimming pool, a gym, and an impressive, inviting, Mediterranean-styled lobby, all of which are open to the public.
TripAdvisor Reviews
I would reiterate all the positives that others have already highlighted - good location near old city and within easy access to public transport, historical building, pleasant room cleaned every day, friendly front desk staff. The only draw back for me was a very noisy AC or heating unit outside my room. ...
MoreI would reiterate all the positives that others have already highlighted - good location near old city and within easy access to public transport, historical building, pleasant room cleaned every day, friendly front desk staff. The only draw back for me was a very noisy AC or heating unit outside my room. I gave management feedback via an email response to a survey they sent me but I never heard back. I probably should have pushed for another room given I stayed for 9 nights. So be careful of your room location. Apart from that, it is a good place to stay.
LessThe YMCA 3 Arches is a wonderful hotel in the best location in Jerusalem for tourists. You can walk 10 minutes to The Old City every day which makes it very easy to see the Holy Sites daily at your own pace. The hotel has a rich history and is directly across...
MoreThe YMCA 3 Arches is a wonderful hotel in the best location in Jerusalem for tourists. You can walk 10 minutes to The Old City every day which makes it very easy to see the Holy Sites daily at your own pace. The hotel has a rich history and is directly across the street from the famous King David Hotel for 1/3 the price per night. Obviously the King David is more luxurious but ask yourself, did you come to Jerusalem to sit in your hotel room or did you come to experience the Old City? Included breakfast every morning is amazing also with everything you could want. 5 stars from this Dad that came with his 15 year old son and spent 4 nights and 5 days. Even has a huge YMCA below to swim, work out, play basketball etc. Enjoy!
LessAmenities
Suited for
- Couples
- Events
- Families
- Business
Services
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fax / Photocopying
- Heating
- Laundry
- Game Room
- Restaurant
- Safe
- Room Service
- Tour Desk
General
- Event Hall
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
- Free WIFI
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Check in: 2:00 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM