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Mount of Olives HotelvsKing David Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The King David scores significantly better than Mount of Olives Hotel. The King David comes in at 91 with positive reviews from 8 reviewers such as DK Eyewitness, oyster.com and Fodor's.
Mount of Olives Hotel
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
53 Mount of Olives Rd, Jerusalem 91190 , Israel
From $90/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
Frommer's "This friendly, family-run hotel offers marvelous, panoramic vistas; an atmospheric location amid the gardens of the Mount of Olives; and proximity to the many churches on the Mount." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Set atop Jerusalem’s highest hill, this welcoming, family-run hotel is just a short stroll from the Mount of Olives’ many Christian, Jewish and Muslim sites."
King David Hotel
Concierge
Jetsetter DK Eyewitness
Star Service Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph Frommer's Show All Reviews
23 King David St, Jerusalem 94101, Israel
From $384/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge "It's just a ten-minute walk from the Old City, and the outdoor pool is huge and set within elegant, manicured gardens."
Jetsetter "Jerusalem stone blocks meet glass and steel curves at this family-friendly spot overlooking the Old City walls." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A favourite with American Presidents, the historic King David, built of pink sandstone in 1931, is famed for its King Solomon-style lobby, grassy gardens and Mandate-era atmosphere."
Star Service "Overlooking the walls of the Old City, a five-minute walk west from Jaffa Gate, this luxury property is directly across from the tony outdoor Mamilla Mall." Full review
Star Service "In the heart of the modern city, a short walk to the Old City's Jaffa Gate, the outdoor Mamilla Mall and much more, this legendary place holds more history within its rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure "'s property with a location a stone's throw from the Old City and rich interiors (redone by Adam Tihany in 2011) that are steeped in glamour: a long list of heads of state and celebrities have graced its halls." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The King David is one of Jerusalem's -- and indeed Israel's -- most famous hotels, drawing countless diplomats and celebrities since it opened in 1930." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Ideally located landmark hotel, popular with diplomats and visiting dignitaries, in a parklike setting overlooking the ramparts of the Old City." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A luxurious retreat overlooking Jerusalem's Old City, featuring elegant interiors, spacious rooms, a fine dining restaurant and spectacular views." Full review
Frommer's "The King David continues to be a perfectly maintained symbol of a bygone era (including a rather formal staff), but its reputation and list of diplomatic and celebrity guests continues to grow." Full review
