King David Hotel

Jerusalem


One of Jerusalem's grandest addresses is the 1930s-era King David, whose art-deco stylings, from velvet couches and gold drapery to marble-top tables, will floor you from the moment you enter. And that's just the reception area: rooms have throne-like beds, large marble bathrooms and every modern convenience. Standard rooms aren't huge, but deluxe rooms have dainty velveteen sofas and writing desks.

Meals are taken in a grand ballroom or out on the patio, which overlooks a lawn and pool.

The darkest chapter in the hotel's long history was a terrorist bombing in 1946. These days the hotel is known for welcoming famous names, including a slew of US presidents.

A shortcut to Jaffa Gate and the Old City is from the back of the hotel through the Bloomfield Gardens and Teddy Kollek Park.


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