The Waldorf Astoria

My wife and I spent a night at the Waldorf Astoria earlier this month shortly after the hotels here in Israel reopened after an extended Coronavirus related lockdown. Here are some of our impressions: - Service: the service from all the hotel staff was genuine. The front desk staff gladly accommodated our request for a late checkout. Some of the waiters in the restaurant were unshaven and had exposed tattoos. This is rather annoying in a five star hotel. - Food: we had both dinner and breakfast at the hotel's restaurant. At dinner, the Caesar Salad was very good and so were the pasta dishes we ordered. The wine menu was rather simple. Breakfast was less successful. The food was cold and bland. - Rooms: the rooms are large and spacious. Despite being on one of the upper floors, there is no view. The hotel overlooks an empty lot. - Coronavirus: the hotel seems to be adhering to all the current coronavirus regulations. In general, we had a nice stay and the hotel is a good options for couples. However, it is worthwhile to consider other 5 star options in the area. The King David is a landmark hotel and offers a landmark hotel experience. The David Citadel across the street has a nice pool with an amazing view, which might be a better option for families. There is also the Mamilla Hotel around the corner, although we have never been there.