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Notre Dame de SionvsKing David Hotel
Both The King David and Notre Dame de Sion are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The King David ranks significantly better than Notre Dame de Sion. The King David is ranked #1 in Jerusalem with recommendations from 8 reviews including Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Frommer's.
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.
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
