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The Jerusalem Hotel
is a family managed hotel with a personal and friendly
service. It has been in the Saadeh family since 1960. A great
deal of effort has been exerted to care for the smallest
details producing a differentiated and distinguished property
providing the utmost for the discerning guest.
The Jerusalem Hotel
is situated in an old Arab mansion originally built by a
fuedal lord in the heart of the ancient city of Jerusalem. The
authentic Arab architecture of the last century has been
retained and accentuated in the arched windows, high ceilings,
cool stone flagging and secluded vine garden. The thick stone
walls cut from creamy Jerusalem stone, have been exposed and
pointed with traditional Arabic plaster.
The hotel
has undergone a series of renovations since 1991 and is
carefully refurbished with arabesque furniture. Rooms and
lounges are timelessly decorated with antiques adding an
eastern oriental inspiration leading the imagination of guests
into the wonders of Jerusalem's vast history.
There are two original eating areas in
the hotel.
The Garden patio is designed to simulate a Palestinian village
by emphasizing a variety of features. The most important being
the grape pergola, which provides a natural refuge from the
city clamor. The second area is designed to simulate a bedouin
setting and is situated in a 300 years old cellar
distinguished by its arched ceiling. Local and international
dishes are served daily either as a full meal or a snack at
reasonable prices.
The Jerusalem Hotel
caters to a wide variety of guests with very diverse
backgrounds. However, it is most popular among the cultural
and professional circles as it offers a rich ambience of
history, music and traditions.
Since
the hotel
is located not more than 100 meters from the famous Damascus
Gate, guests can wander among a remarkable number of
historical and religious sites, stroll along the city rampart
at sunset, or browse bustling markets.
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