The Waldorf Astoria

If you are traveling to Jerusalem and you want a luxurious hotel in a great location, then the Waldorf Astoria is the answer. I've stayed there in July for six straight years and it's consistently superior. The concierge staff, led by Aviad and assisted by Daniel (among others), is the best I've ever met at a high-end property. They can help you with just about anything, including getting your passport extended! Even the door staff, led by George and Joseph, could not be more helpful: George won't let you go out without a complimentary bottle of ice cold water! Midori is one of several incredibly friendly and helpful front desk staffers. Amira Lauer was on property and helped me extend my stay for two extra nights, which made things even better. One of the front desk managers, Amir, was on vacation for most of my stay, but he is one of the best in the business and helped friends I'd recommended to the property. The rooms are downright luxurious, complete with wonderful beds, excellent internet, flat-screen tv with plenty of channels. Bathrooms are large, and include antique-style "legged" tubs, over-sized showers, a in-wall tv (soak and watch!) and stocked with Ahava products. You can't beat the location: a half-block from the Mamila Mall and 10-minute walk to the Old City's Jaffa Gate. The streetcar stops 2.5 blocks away, buses stop less than a block away and there are endless restaurants. Breakfast is incredible...prices are Waldorf-tier...great bartender Ari (downstairs).