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Notre Dame de SionvsBeit Shmuel Hostel
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Notre Dame de Sion ranks slightly better than Beit Shmuel Hostel. Notre Dame de Sion comes in at #21 in Jerusalem with endorsements from 3 publications such as Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Insight Guides.
Notre Dame de Sion
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Frommer's
23 rehov Ha Oren, Ein Kerem D, Ein Kerem 95744, Israel
From $0/night
Insight Guides "Superbly appointed hospice opposite the Old City walls offering luxurious accommodations, splendid 19th-century architecture, and one of Jerusalem’s best restaurants."
DK Eyewitness "The guest rooms are comfortable and offer good value. It is situated across the street from the Old City’s New Gate, which leads into the Christian Quarter."
Frommer's "The convent itself is a lovely ensemble of atmospheric, stone buildings; rooms are very simple but spotless, and many share a balcony, a huge plus in a setting this lovely. " Full review
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Rates are slightly higher on weekends; for reservations (which are essential), you must phone between 9am and 2pm Jerusalem time.
Beit Shmuel Hostel
Lonely Planet Frommer's
13 King David St., Jerusalem 94101, Israel
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Air Conditioning
Lonely Planet "Part hotel, part community centre and part social hall, Beit Shmuel can get pretty busy." Full review
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Standard rooms are no-frills affairs that feel like college dorms (ask for one facing the Old City).
Frommer's "The complex boasts excellent views of the Old City and a network of terraces, gardens, and courtyards...it contains rooms with private bathrooms that can be arranged for two to six people." Full review
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The rooms are worn from heavy use. But we still recommend Bet Schmuel for all the cultural perks it offers. Visitors of all faiths and ages are welcome.
