Hotels in Israel

New to the Gold List

Facing the walls of the Old City and the David Citadel, this 11-story horseshoe-shaped hotel with a glass-domed lobby offers the "ultimate in location." Each suite has a terrace, and rooms, decorated in light-hued fabrics, are "truly five-star." The Old City vistas from the Lobby Lounge and Terrace trump the fish and pasta dishes, which "really don't stand out."

384 rooms

Amenities: Pool, Spa

Also featured on the Gold List in: 2005, 2006

This limestone landmark near the Old City was Bill Clinton's base during presidential trips to Israel, and today it maintains "a staid and stately air." The lobby is characterized by cornices with Middle Eastern motifs and lush indigo couches; many rooms offer Old City views but "aren't as bright and cheerful as they could be."

237 rooms

Amenities: Pool, Tennis