Ramat Rachel Hotel is on a quiet hilltop spot overlooking Bethlehem yet just a short bus ride from Jerusalem city centre. (The bus stop is just outside the hotel) I found the staff friendly and very helpful, food was varied and good and I would have no hesitation in staying here again.
Ramat Rachel Hotel
About Ramat Rachel
Only a few minutes’ drive from the bustling Jerusalem city center and the Old City, among the tranquil fields of Kibbutz Ramat Rachel, stands the Ramat Rachel Hotel. The unique location – a kibbutz adjacent to the city – makes the Ramat Rachel Hotel the ideal place for those who prefer a quieter home-base with a country feel, but do not want to compromise on convenience and proximity to Jerusalem attractions.
The hotel offers a wide range of facilities for every possible activity: romantic getaways, family vacations, private events, professional conferences, tours, and sports and leisure activities. The hotel’s restaurant serves three kosher meals during the day. There is also a coffee bar open till midnight at the hotel’s lobby, a synagogue, gift shop, and the Kibbutz’s supermarket where you can have a “old times” shopping experience.
The Hotel’s Rooms
Ramat Rachel Hotel offers 165 spacious and fully-equipped rooms with magical panoramic views of Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Judean Desert. There is a variety of room types and categories, and all rooms are perfect both for a romantic getaway and for a happy rural family vacation. In addition, the hotel’s rooms are big and have all the facilities necessary for the accommodation of children and infants.
Events
If you’re planning an event, private or professional, Ramat Rahel Hotel is the right choice for you. The hotel’s conference center boasts 15 fully-equipped meeting rooms of different types and sizes with everything you can possibly need for a successful gathering. In addition, the hotel has four beautifully designed indoor and outdoor banquet halls for any type of event: weddings, birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, and more. The experienced staff will help you to design precisely the event you envision and will accompany you every step of the way.
Other Facilities
Ramat Rachel Hotel believes that a true recreational experience is defined not only by taking time out from our everyday lives, but rather by what we choose to do with that time out. Therefore, the hotel provides its guests with a direct access to a wide range of all possible amenities and facilities.
The hotel’s jamboree room offers joyful family moments for children and adults alike. The room is equipped with all possible facilities and promises pure pleasure and entertainment for the entire family. In addition, the hotel has a large sports complex with lush lawns that consists of tennis and soccer courts, a spacious gym, three swimming pools, including one for kids and an all-weather swimming pool, and the longest water slide in Jerusalem. Coming soon are a Turkish bath, Pilates and fitness lessons. For a true relaxing experience, guests have the possibility to book massages and treatments or just sunbathe on the lush lawns.
Activities, Tours & Entertainment
From agricultural and archaeological guided tours to visiting the homes of members of Kibbutz Ramat Rachel, there is always something to do at Ramat Rachel Hotel. Take a self-guided tour at the Kibbutz; enjoy an Israeli folklore performance at the “Punch line” club; learn about the ecological movement in Eyal’s Farm; enjoy stunning views of Jerusalem and the surrounding villages at Mitzpeh Yair lookout point; take part in the adventure quiz and search for answers while walking through Ramat Rachel’s archeological site, or get a picnic basket, rent a bicycle and tour all by yourselves. The rich selection of tours and social activities at Ramat Rachel Hotel guarantees an interesting, fun and transformational vacation.
Outdoor Photography: Oded Smadar
Hotel Photos: PR
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 244 traveler reviewsNew
“Great location for Jerusalem”
We stayed here last year so we knew what to expect. We got upgraded to a fantastic room.staff all helpful and friendly. Breakfast good although the you girls clearing tables did not look like they wanted to be there .we decided to go to the pool and what a shock the outdoor pool had...
MoreWe stayed here last year so we knew what to expect. We got upgraded to a fantastic room.staff all helpful and friendly. Breakfast good although the you girls clearing tables did not look like they wanted to be there .we decided to go to the pool and what a shock the outdoor pool had gone and it was like a building site a notice at desk would have been good to inform us of this we did not get to swim as the small indoor pool was overcrowded. It will be great when it's finished we where told .All the information on notice board is in ivrit .yes I can read it but it would take me a while,perhaps information in English could be obtained from reception desk.The bus into Jerusalem from the car park is Good as it drops you off at Ben Yehuda, we knew this from last year but this is also not on a notice .perhaps a printed sheet with information on pool times ,bar opening times and bus information by the way it number 7 from the end of the car park. We will definitely be going hopefully next year as I would like to see the new pool which from the pictures looks amazing
Less“Great hotel with amazing stafd”
I was staying here with a group as part of a work trip and the hotel was fantastic. The staff were so helpful, especially the reception staff, and could not have done more to ensure that we were well looked after. The food throughout the stay was excellent with plenty of choice from the...
MoreI was staying here with a group as part of a work trip and the hotel was fantastic. The staff were so helpful, especially the reception staff, and could not have done more to ensure that we were well looked after. The food throughout the stay was excellent with plenty of choice from the buffets at all meals. A great hotel that I hope to return to in the future. Thank you to all the staff.
Less“Stand up for your rights”
We're just back from a 10 day visit in Israel. Really love this country & its people. The last 6 days we spent in the the ramat Rachel resort. With a large group we arrived excited about this hotel because it was recommended to us by friends. The room they allocated to us was...
MoreWe're just back from a 10 day visit in Israel. Really love this country & its people. The last 6 days we spent in the the ramat Rachel resort. With a large group we arrived excited about this hotel because it was recommended to us by friends. The room they allocated to us was small for 3 people but that wasn't the issue, it was the smell of sewage in the room that was. When I went down to reception to complain we weren't the the only ones in the group with the same problem!! It took over 24 hrs for us all in the group to get settled into our rooms ( even though I still had to sleep on a camp bed) dont understand why if your paying for a triple room why there shouldn't be proper beds like we requested at the time of the booking & there was no problem with taking the booking! Also we had to request every meal time for a gluten free meal for one of our party!! Some of the staff were great about it, others stated that it was never ordered & at one stage was handed a bag of crisps!!! As a whole the group did enjoy their time at the hotel but it could have been better if the above matters hadn't of happened.
Less“Good Hotel, Bad Location ”
Location: In terms of walking distance to any Jerusalem attractions, do not stay here. To travel anywhere, you would require a ride. Rooms: Very comfortable rooms with plenty of space. Four people were able to stay in my room. Bathroom was very clean but wifi was not great. Service: Hotel service was excellent and...
MoreLocation: In terms of walking distance to any Jerusalem attractions, do not stay here. To travel anywhere, you would require a ride. Rooms: Very comfortable rooms with plenty of space. Four people were able to stay in my room. Bathroom was very clean but wifi was not great. Service: Hotel service was excellent and they responded to every need. Due to the staff's Israeli intensity, some requests are met with some harshness, but nevertheless they are extremely helpful. Breakfast: One of the worst hotel breakfasts I have ever had. I would go to another hotel for breakfast as they would probably be much better. The breakfast consisted of old fruit, bread with flies and lack of cereal options. So, do not rely on this breakfast for this trip. Group Options: this hotel has many rooms that would be great for groups and conferences. Amenities: The hotel has a great swim area, soccer field and basketball court. Overall, I had an enjoyable stay but in terms of proximity to Jerusalem I would not stay here.
Less“Good Hotel”
Rooms
Standard room
This 26 square meters room with huge windows overlooking a panoramic view of Jerusalem’s nature provides the right atmosphere for a perfect vacation.
The room accommodates up to 2 adults + 2 children + an infant
- LCD cable TV
- bathtub
- hair dryer
- air conditioner
- Wi-Fi
- safe
- mini refrigerator
- coffee/tea kit
Superior Room
A luxurious room of 30 square meters with a wonderful view of the Judean Mountains. The perfect room to watch the dessert washed in golden colors during sunset or sunrise. The room is fully equipped and reservation includes free entrance to the hotel’s fitness center.
The room accommodates up to 2 adults + 3 children + an infant
- LCD cable TV
- bathtub
- bathrobes
- slippers
- cosmetics kit
- hair dryer
- air conditioner
- safe
- Wi-Fi
- mini refrigerator
- coffee/tea kit
- cookies
- mineral water
- free entrance to the fitness room
Superior Plus Room
The hotel’s largest, most luxurious and exclusive room with a large Jacuzzi bath tub that will give your romantic getaway the perfect final touch.
The room accommodates up to 2 adults + 4 children
- LCD cable TV
- bathtub/Jacuzzi
- bathrobes
- slippers
- cosmetics kit
- hair dryer
- safe
- Wi-Fi
- air conditioner
- mini refrigerator
- coffee/tea kit
- cookies
- mineral water
- free entrance to the fitness room
Garden Room
This sunny and spacious room of 26 square meters offers the ultimate rural experience. Enjoy your morning coffee outdoors while breathing fresh Jerusalem air on your private sitting area surrounded by the hotel’s beautiful green lawns.
The room accommodates up to 2 adults + 1 child + an infant
- LCD cable TV
- bathtub
- bathrobes
- slippers
- cosmetics kit
- hair dryer
- air conditioner
- safe
- Wi-Fi
- mini refrigerator
- coffee/tea kit
- cookies
- mineral water
- free entrance to the fitness room
Amenities
Suited for
- Conventions
- Couples
- Events
- Families
- Kosher
Services
- Air Conditioning
- Baby Crib
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fax / Photocopying
- Heating
- Kettle
- Laundry
- Restaurant
- SPA
- Safe
General
- Accessibility
- Event Hall
- Free Parking
- Free WIFI
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Meeting Room
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Synagogue
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM