King David Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Israel

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The hotel

Steeped in history with a twist of modern luxury, the King David Jerusalem is recognised as the most famous hotel in Israel. You'll feel like royalty here, with the grandeur of the decor surrounding you, and with the views of the Old City walls, minarets and domes beyond. When it comes to food and drink, you'll be spoilt for choice with the options on offer, and you can spend your days relaxing in the poolside summer sun, or being pampered in the spa complete with Finnish sauna.

Amenities

  • Children's Pool
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Internet Access
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Close to City Centre
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

A 15-minute walk from the Old City, and a short stroll to local restaurants. Transfer time from Ben Gurion airport: 50 minutes.

Hotel information

All rooms have air-conditioning, LCD TV, bath amenities, mini-bar* and safe. Jerusalem Rooms are on floors 1-4 and have views of the New City, with 1 double bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe New City Rooms are on floors 1-4 and have views of the New City, with 1 double bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe New City Top Floor Rooms are as above, but on floors 5-6.

Deluxe Old City Rooms are on floors 1-4 and have views of the Old City and hotel's gardens, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Old City Top Floor Rooms are as above, but on floors 5-6.

La Regence (fine dining, open for dinner). King's Garden Restaurant (traditional Mediterranean dishes, open for lunch and dinner). The Wine Bar. Poolside Snack Bar. 24-hour room service*. Swimming pool (open May-Oct only) and separate kids' pool. King David Hotel Spa* with Finnish Sauna. Fitness centre. Complimentary WiFi.

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating One of a kind experience in a special hotel

Jan 13, 2025 Dan F

An outstanding experience at all dimensions. We stayed one night for my wife's birthday on the 5th floor overviewing the old city. The staff was very welcoming and we were greeted with all sorts of birthday treats in the comfortable room. The room was excellent and very comfortable. Walking around the beautiful hotel is a pleasure while providing… Read more
An outstanding experience at all dimensions. We stayed one night for my wife's birthday on the 5th floor overviewing the old city. The staff was very welcoming and we were greeted with all sorts of birthday treats in the comfortable room. The room was excellent and very comfortable. Walking around the beautiful hotel is a pleasure while providing a sense of history and superior design. The breakfast was excellent as well. Overall a highly recommended and special visit! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Feeling of coming really home

Jan 9, 2025 Anna H Vienna, Austria

King David Hotel is not just a Hotel, it is the combination of absolute luxury and phenomenal hospitality! Honestly: not some employee had been friendly, ANY of these soul touching warmhearted members of the King David dream-team, had giving me the feeling to be a welcomed guest.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very good hotel but needs investment in facilities; pay attention to the Inbal down the block

Jan 7, 2025 649ic New York City, New York

I've stayed here numerous times; the hotel has gone through some changes over the past few years. Our stay here was basically fine but there are some pain points here that make me want to go somewhere else next visit. There is no steam room, indoor pool and the gym is small (but basically adequate). I don't want to have to run to the YMCA across… Read more
I've stayed here numerous times; the hotel has gone through some changes over the past few years. Our stay here was basically fine but there are some pain points here that make me want to go somewhere else next visit. There is no steam room, indoor pool and the gym is small (but basically adequate). I don't want to have to run to the YMCA across the street to work out and swim. The Inbal has built new rooms that are large and decent which I saw (I liked the grand premiere rooms and the royal or ambassador suite -- the former has a connecting room), and they have an indoor pool, better gym and spa facilities. Also a much better breakfast spread. They also have an executive lounge and this place does not. Those are really nice to have when you want a snack at lunch time or in the evening. At the King David, on Saturday night at 9:30 there was nothing to eat in the lobby and a total of 4 items on the room service menu. The Grill Room is excellent and shabbat meals were good enough but rather pricey. Cost me well over $1,000 just to feed a family of 4 Friday night dinner and Saturday lunch. Hotel doesn't have a concierge on site anymore. Pre-arrival I tried to organize some touring but the replies from the concierge's travel supplier were mickey-mouse and not useful, meaning he proposed one or two options and didn't even quote the prices, so i had to make arrangements elsewhere. The bed in my suite 320 was so hard that it was more comfortable sleeping on the sofa. No electrical outlets in the bathrooms; closet lights never turned off at night when we closed the doors. TV in the living room had few channels working and they said they fixed it but they did not. I don't understand why they don't check these things before the guest arrives, which presumably they would do if it was a VIP instead of me staying in a top suite. Breakfast is good enough but for 4 days it gets boring because they put out the same salads and pastries every day. The hot items you can order from the kitchen were pretty awful. What you do get is a very nice plush room and some pretty views if you are on the old city side and they do put nice treats in the room. What you don't get is a homey-like feeling; we couldn't light Chanukah candles in the lobby here. At the Inbal, you could. I've always felt that this hotel was the gold standard in Jerusalem, but it now finally has a peer that warrants a visit next time. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A beautiful and historic hotel

Jan 4, 2025 Yael S

It was a privilege to stay at this beautiful and historic hotel. The room was spacious and very comfortable with a lot of storage, a nice view, and good natural light. The bathroom was modern with a double vanity, large tub and a separate shower.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unbelievable luxury

Dec 31, 2024 PearlM909 Boston, Massachusetts

I have stayed for five days at King David during professional conference. Everything was thought through by the hotel staff. This hotel operates by “your wish is our command “ mode. Breakfast was excellent ! Room service was great. The hotel has great hair salon.