St George’s Guesthouse

East Jerusalem


Within a century-old Anglican church, this tranquil guesthouse has been welcoming pilgrims since 1923 (the buildings previously housed the choir school and clergy). Twin guest rooms, with crisp linens, satellite TV and kettle, are set around a courtyard garden; the deluxe versions, with stone walls, extra space and modernised bathrooms, are worth the extra charge.


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