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David Citadel HotelvsRamat Rachel Hotel
David Citadel Hotel and Ramat Rachel Resort are both endorsed by writers. Overall, David Citadel Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to Ramat Rachel Resort. David Citadel Hotel scores 83 with praise from 7 sources including Frommer's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
David Citadel Hotel
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
Wallpaper
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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 Traveler82.7
"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
Ramat Rachel Hotel Fodor's DK Eyewitness Frommer's
Kibbutz Ramat Rachel, D.N Tzfon Yehuda, Jerusalem 90900, Israel
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "The relaxed, informal atmosphere is a big part of this hotel's appeal. Rooms in the older South Wing have stunning views of Bethlehem and the Judean Desert."
DK Eyewitness "The large, grassy gardens and some of the rooms afford fine views of the Judean Desert. The hotel has a first-rate swimming, fitness and spa complex."
Frommer's "Along with an Olympic-size outdoor pool and an indoor pool for rainy days...offers night-lit tennis and basketball courts and a playground, along with organized children’s activities." Full review
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Note: The bus into town runs on schedule but is not that frequent, so this is a better choice for travelers who have cars (there’s ample free parking).
