David Citadel HotelvsAbrahams Tent Jewish Hostel
David Citadel Hotel and Abrahams Tent Jewish Hostel are both recommended by travel writers. On balance, David Citadel Hotel ranks significantly better than Abrahams Tent Jewish Hostel. David Citadel Hotel scores 83 with endorsements from 7 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
David Citadel Hotel
7 David Hamelekh Street, Jerusalem 94101, Israel
From $428/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"If it's a room with a view you're after, the 384-room David Citadel Hotel, which overlooks Jerusalem's Old City walls and the Tower of David, is hard to beat."
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Avoid the pool unless you're willing to dodge splashing children.
Fodor's
"Talk about a great first impression—this hotel's lobby, by noted Italian architect Piero Lissoni, is elegant and welcoming, as is the soothingly decorated lounge and terrace one floor above." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The David Citadel is known for luxury, elegance and professional service. It is a favourite with international politicians and celebrities as well as families, and is ideally located."
Condé Nast Traveler
82.7
"This "very attractive hotel" in a perfect-scoring location "right in the center of everything" overlooks the Old City and the Tower of David." Full review
Wallpaper
"From its perch on King David Street, a short stride from the Old City’s western Jaffa Gate, the David Citadel has kept tabs on Jerusalem’s visiting elite since it first opened its doors." Full review
Frommer's
"It is filled with every luxury imaginable and lies just a short stroll from the Old City. Rooms are opulent in the extreme, large and bright and outfitted with Fendi furnishings " Full review
Lonely Planet
"Rooms are spacious and beautifully appointed (the suites are knockouts), there are three restaurants, and facilities include executive lounge, outdoor pool, children's play centre, spa and gym." Full review
Abrahams Tent Jewish Hostel
54 Misgav Ladach, Jerusalem 97500, Israel
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Business Center
- Breakfast included
Frommer's
"Much is free here, from Wi-Fi to walking tours of the city to breakfast...Guests and staff cook up Shabbat dinners together and engage in passionate conversations in the Abraham’s bar." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Put simply, the Abraham is an exemplar for hostels everywhere." Full review