The King David, Jerusalem
Israel’s most famous hotel, a Jerusalem landmark and the city’s most super deluxe hotel, occupies the best location in town. The majestic historic building has a captivating terrace set in beautiful gardens overlooking the Old City.
This perennial host to world leaders and celebrities provides a unique combination of modern facilities and traditional atmosphere. All guest rooms have been designed to reflect the times of David and the most luxurious, including the presidential, royal and deluxe suites, all provide views over the Old City and offer separate bedroom and living areas, some with large private verandas.
Highlights
of The King David, Jerusalem
The hotel is within walking distance of both old and new cities. Fine dining from La Regence offers one of Jerusalem’s finest dining experiences and presents a richly decorated interior, beautiful views and a garden terrace as well as a creative menu highlighted by superb local ingredients and subtle Middle Eastern spices and herbs.
Hotel activities include: A swimming pool, fitness centre, tennis and massage facilities. Other activities arranged by the hotel staff include hiking, biking and tours of Jerusalem’s ancient monuments and museums.
Location
of The King David, Jerusalem – The hotel is situated 40km from Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv.
Best time to visit
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Best time to visit is during spring from April to May or autumn from September to October, when temperatures are mild, averaging 16°C. Summer average temperature is 24°C with a high of 31°C. Winter, from mid-November to mid-March, can be cold with an average of 8°C.
About Jerusalem
For Christians, Jews and Muslims alike, Jerusalem is one of the most revered cities on earth. The city is divided into three parts: the walled Old City, Arab East Jerusalem and the new city, known as West Jerusalem.
The Old City is also divided, into Armenian, Christian, Jewish and Muslim quarters. Religious tours are available from West Jerusalem and include Mount Zion and the Tomb of David.
Other sites include the Tomb of Judges; Yad Vashem, the memorial to the six million Jews who died in the Holocaust; and Mea Shearim (‘the hundred gates’). Visitors are able to follow the Way of the Cross, enter the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, see the Wailing Wall, the Dome of the Rock and the Jaffa and Damascus gates. |