The Best Jerusalem Hotels
Author: Avi Hein
Author: Avi Hein
Jerusalem Hotels Jerusalems hotels are intertwined with Israels history. From the founding of the 5 star American Colony Hotel in 1895, to the famous King David Hotel, Jerusalem hotels like the David Citadel Hotel, King David, American Colony, Mamilla, Jerusalem Plaza and Mt. Zion Hotel are intertwined with the history of Israel. Jerusalem hotels are among the finest of the world. Jerusalem has some tremendous
five star hotels and hotel deals. David Citadel Hotel Jerusalems David Citadel Hotel is located within walking distance of Jerusalems major attractions. The David Citadel Hotel is situated directly across from the Alrov Mamilla Avenue shopping mall and within a short walking distance of the Old City and Jaffa Gate. The hotel boasts 384 immaculate suites and guest rooms, fine kosher food at their Scala restaurant, a luxury gym, a holistic spa, a heated pool, and a private executive lounge. Designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie, the David Citadel Hotel is the preferred hotel for dignitaries. The David Citadel Hotel also features a unique spa. Most spas and health clubs in the Jerusalem area emphasize fitness machinery or medicinal healing treatments, like the dermatologically oriented ones on offer with Dead Sea extracts. When it comes to holistic healing of the spirit, however, "Spas themselves are a new concept for Israel," Spa Director Guy Nadler, who has been in the business for 12 years and has overseen the opening of spas in Eilat and Haifa, explains to Jerusalem.com. "There is no other spa like this in Jerusalem - not with the facilities we offer here." In addition to standard fare like facials, mani-pedis, deep tissue and Swedish massages, specialty treatments include aromatherapy, pregnancy massage,Reiki,reflexology, skin wraps ("Contour aromatic salt peeling," to name one) and luxurious twists on old favorites, like the caviar and pearl facial. For the more adventurous, there are signature treatments such as the "seven chakra massage," that begins with heated stones being placed on the sevenchakra healing points (energy) and ends with a cascade of warm oil being streamed onto the third eye. The result? If not enlightenment then certainly earthly bliss. Guests can also bask in the Ayurvedic glow of a full-body warm oil massage. King David Hotel Jerusalems King David Hotel is the first luxury hotel in Jerusalem. The historic King David Hotel was a hub for the British authorities during the pre-state years. Located across the street from the YMCA and new downtown, Mamilla and Liberty Bell Park, the King David is a lavish choice for accommodation as well as a Jerusalem landmark. It is the default designation for visiting dignitaries. The King David Hotel is located within a short distance of Jerusalems Old City and the new Alrov Mamilla shopping area. American Colony Hotel The American Colony Hotel is one of Jerusalems historic hotels. Personified by classic Arabian arches, elaborate furnishings and opulent suites, this elegant boutique Jerusalem hotel prides itself on offering guests an enchanting "East meets West" experience in a distinctively tranquil and romantic setting. Its lush gardens, world-class restaurants, rich theme-night entertainment and quintessential style have earned the American Colony its distinguished reputation for providing new and returning guests of all ages with an extraordinary experience. A wall in the hotel lobby is dedicated to photos and signatures of famous guests of the hotel including: Sir Winston Churchill, Laurence of Arabia, Mikhail Gorbachev, Lord Allenby, Richard Gere, Jane Fonda, Robert De Niro, Bob Dylan, Giorgio Armani, Sir Ben Kingsley, Natalie Portman and others. The American Colony Hotel is a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World. The Hotel has won many awards in the last decade, including: Cond Nast Traveler - Best Hotel in the Middle East; Cond Nast Gold List; Relais & Chteaux Passion Trophy Award. Inbal Hotel Situated atop Liberty Bell Park in the heart of Jerusalem and facing the Old City walls, The Inbal Jerusalem Hotel offers a Five Star Deluxe service with modern amenities and facilities. The Inbal was built in the early 1980s from authentic Jerusalem stone both inside and out. In 2007, the hotel renovated its guest rooms, outfitting them with widescreen plasma TVs and updated, elegant decor. The building is oriented around a glassed-in atrium center, which commonly serves as a lovely venue for weddings and other occasions. One side of the structure overlooks the scenic Liberty Bell Park, which links the centrally-located residential Talbieh neighborhood with the trendy and lively German Colony neighborhood. The Inbal's exercise complex is among Jerusalems best spas, with an arch-shaped steam room, a dry sauna, TechnoGym fitness equipment, treatment and massage rooms; an adult pool, a kiddie pool and a ping pong table; a thick, climate-controlled plastic bubble covering shields swimmers from the elements in the colder months. Mamilla Hotel The Mamilla Hotel is one of the newest Jerusalem hotels. Located in central Jerusalem's emerging Mamilla hub of upscale hospitality and shopping, itself set against backdrop of the Old City walls, the Mamilla Jerusalem Hotel, which opened in the summer of 2009, represents a new standard for luxury accommodations in the city. Designed by renowned Italian ultra-contemporary architect Piero Lissoni, the hotel's facilities include a Holistic Well-being spa and gym, exclusive dining, function spaces, an indoor swimming pool, a rooftop balcony facing the Old City walls and the Tower of David, a synagogue and an underground parking lot and the uber-trendy Mirror Bar. Jerusalems Mamilla Hotel is located within the Mamilla shopping center, featuring fine kosher dining, right outside of the Old City gates, Jerusalem Plaza Hotel The Jerusalem Plaza Hotel is one of the finest five star Jerusalem hotels. Nearly unparalleled among Jerusalem hotels in both convenience and luxury, this kosher hotel may be the number one destination for religious Jewish American visitors to the Holy City, and on major holidays like Passover and Sukkot, the Plaza becomes a hub for a vibrant scene of visitors and residents. This Jerusalem hotel is located just steps away from Independence Park, Ben Yehuda pedestrian mall, the Great Synagogue, and the Old City. The high standard of luxury here matches the gleaming marble architecture, with many of the 271 rooms featuring balconies, and dining options including the well-regarded Primavera, run by Chef Shalom Kadosh, and a glatt kosher sushi bar. Mount Zion Hotel Jerusalems Mount Zion Hotel is located right outside of the Old City of Jerusalem, on Mt. Zion. This boutique hotel is housed in a historic building, built in 1882 under Ottoman rule, and it served as the Hospital of St. John until 1948. During Israel's War of Independence, which ended in 1948, the population of the Old City's Jewish Quarter were under siege by the Jordanian Army, but a secret cable car (which can still be visited today) ferried food and supplies from a room inside the hotel to the beleaguered fighters and residents inside the Old City walls. The boutique Jerusalem hotel is located on historic Derech Hebron, very close to Liberty Bell Park, the Old Train Station, the Ma'abada Theater, the Begin Center, Cinematheque art movie house and a small strip of quality restaurants. The Mount Zion Hotel is also home to Jerusalems only hamman, or Turkish bath. Thehammam is located on the site of the building's former cistern and is open to hotel guests free of charge. Visitors and those looking to enhance thehammam experience with a Turkish massage can speak to Avi Chavi, thespa's director,who is more than happy to expound on the benefits of thehammam experience. "The high percentage of heat in ahammam [which is a wet heat, as opposed to the dry heat of a sauna] is ideal for removing toxins from the body," he recently explained. "While just sitting in a hammam is beneficial, we also offer pressure stretching, peeling, and massages with a loofa and special soap." Jerusalem is a city that attracts visitors, tourists, and pilgrims from around the world. But, for those looking for the best luxury hotels in Jerusalem, there is no shortage of luxury hotel rooms in Israel. The above information is from Jerusalem.com.
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