The David Citadel Jerusalem

Hotels
9.2 (430 reviews)
7 King David Street , Jerusalem , il

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Clubhouse
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.03
Mentioned as needing improvement with outdated rooms and cleanliness issues.
Service
10
Many reviews highlight exceptional service from staff members like Said and Amouri.
Location
9.5
Rated highly for great location near key attractions.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms described as clean, but some mentions of outdated decor.
Amenities
9.49
Positive remarks about the amenities, especially the breakfast.
Value for Money
9.02
Generally perceived as good value based on positive experiences.
Food and Beverage
9.48
Breakfast received high praise across multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.53
Most guests express a highly favorable experience overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:05

Property Description

Stunning Views of Jerusalem's Old City
The David Citadel Jerusalem offers breathtaking views of the old city of Jerusalem from its premises. Guests can enjoy a large swimming pool, free gym, and various dining options all while taking in the panoramic scenery.

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
The modern and spacious guest rooms at The David Citadel feature large bathrooms with both a bath and shower. Additional amenities include an LCD TV, pillow menu, and black-out curtains for ultimate comfort and relaxation.

Diverse Facilities and Convenient Location
Guests can unwind at the modern spa and wellness centre, host events at the banqueting halls, and enjoy Mediterranean, Italian, or poolside snacks. Conveniently located near the Mamilla shopping area, the hotel is within walking distance of key attractions like the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Ready to experience luxury with unparalleled views in Jerusalem? Book your stay at The David Citadel now!

Important information:

Based on local tax laws, guests with a tourist visa to Israel are exempted from paying VAT for their reservation. Israeli citizens and residents ("non tourists" as defined in the VAT law) must pay VAT. This tax is automatically calculated in the total cost of the reservation for domestic customers. For guests booking from outside of Israel, the tax is not included in the total price.

The swimming pool is open all year round and warmed up to 28 degrees.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: TLV

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ILS 51.88 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for ₪ 175 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for ₪ 380 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 430 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.03
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 9.49
Value for Money: 9.02
Food and Beverage: 9.48
Overall Experience: 9.53
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JULIO couple us
9
Pros:

Location

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Aviel couple fr
7
Pros:

Emplacement idéal. Merci à Yazan pour avoir solutionné les soucis rencontrés lors du séjour

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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n0s0ns Family
10
An Outstanding Hotel in the Heart of Jerusalem
Pros:

We stayed at the David Citadel Hotel with our family and had an exceptional experience from start to finish. The hotel was impeccably clean and beautifully maintained throughout, which immediately set the tone for a relaxing stay.

The food was excellent across the board — high quality, well prepared, and consistently enjoyable at every meal. What truly stood out, however, was the level of service. Every staff member we encountered was professional, attentive, and genuinely warm, always going out of their way to make sure our family was comfortable and well taken care of.

The location is ideal, making it easy to explore Jerusalem while still feeling like a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. We had absolutely no complaints during our stay and would without hesitation choose to stay here again. Highly recommended.

2026-01-21 via Tripadvisor
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sholomb2026 Family
10
Great hotel
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Great staff. Much enjoyed the stay. Will de6come again.

2026-01-21 via Tripadvisor
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Gabriel family_with_children fr
10
2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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V6517ZArachels Family
10
Excellent
Pros:

Amouri was the best waiter. Always so attentive to the people’s needs. Always ready to serve with a smile and everything was right away. He went above And beyond to make our stay so special. Thank you!!!

2026-01-20 via Tripadvisor
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Robert couple us
4
Great breakfast. TERRIBLE customer service.
Pros:

We had 2 problems: neither were adequately addressed.
1) The maid broke a portable waterpik that we had plugged in. They replaced it with an inferior cheaper European model, *which i was only ablwe rio use for 2 days before returning home (not useable in the USA). When I told them that I wanted to have a new one for the US, they insisted that I use the European model for two days and promised me reimbursement afterwards. When we requested compensation for the Waterpik, the manager changed her mind and refused. I insisted that I would never have chosen to use a Waterpik for two days, rather than half a replacement for the one in the US, which I would use for years to come.
2) On an other day when we returned to our room after maid service, our room smelled strongly of smoke. We were concerned that someone came in our room that was unauthorized. We were unable to see Hotel video of who entered into our room. We had to wait hours for a return phone call and for someone to come up to confirm that our room smelled like smoke. The security staff tried to tell us that someone was smoking outside our room, and that the smoke was sucked into our room through a vent, although the hallway didn't smell of smoke. Ridiculous.
Both events required us to stay in our room for hours waiting for return phone calls and for staff to come up and address our issues. Customer service at this hotel is terrible compared to the USA.

Cons:

Customer service could have addressed our 2 problems.
1) Reimbursement for our broken Waterpik
2) Figuring out how our room smelled of smoke. We were never advised who entered our room. We were not given the ability to review the tapes.
We were forced to spend hours on these two issues waiting for staff to address our concerns and our stay at this $1000 a day hotel did not meet our expectations

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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gabag2026 Family
10
Very good
Pros:

The stay was more than wonderful. I came with my husband and children on a family trip, and the service at the hotel was excellent. I had an issue in the room, and Mr. Nidal from the evening housekeeping service solved the problem and helped me a lot. I would like to thank him.

2026-01-16 via Tripadvisor
8
827tamt Business
10
Excellent
Pros:

I visited the hotel on a business trip, and I was very impressed with the hotel’s service. The staff were extremely cooperative and helpful. I would especially like to mention Nidal and Eyad from the evening housekeeping team, who were very friendly and made my stay comfortable with their excellent service.

2026-01-15 via Tripadvisor
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Y6915SAdianag Family
10
Wonderful experience
Pros:

The experience was amazing! Said made me a delicious mocha at breakfast

2026-01-15 via Tripadvisor
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W8973YIelib Couples
10
Awesome stay
Pros:

Had a lovely stay, hotel was amazing. Breakfast was insane, and Samir B service at breakfast was so on par. He was courteous, super helpful. Was a amazing.
The drinks by Sameer M. were fantastic.

2026-01-14 via Tripadvisor
D
denaz2026 Family
10
Citadel breakfast
Pros:

We had a fabulous trip and the hotel was amazing. The absolute hilight of the trip was Samir every morning at breakfast. This was a breakfast fit for kings and Samir’s service was above and beyond and a with a smile!

2026-01-13 via Tripadvisor
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raquelpl2026 Family
10
Excelent service
Pros:

We stay at hotel for few days and all the staff make us fell at home. Also Mr. Said Amouri gave us an excellent service. Thanks.

2026-01-09 via Tripadvisor
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liliane couple it
8
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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Getaway55343834434 Family Israel
10
Perfect
Pros:

I would like to thank the Housekeeping Department, especially Nidal from the evening shift, for his excellent service.
He was polite, professional, and quick to respond.
A great experience that truly reflects the high standards of the hotel

2026-01-08 via Tripadvisor
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Farekho extended_group us
6
2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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alanmN2879PO Couples
10
Excellent hotel
Pros:

Check-in was done quickly and efficiently, the room was well maintained and the view was excellent.
Breakfast (which was included) was also excellent and our water Amouri was extremely helpful.

2026-01-05 via Tripadvisor
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Ernest family_with_children us
7
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing!!

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Jules couple fr
7
2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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NICOlA177787 Family Jerusalem, Jerusalem District
10
Great hotel great staff with Mr eyad
Pros:

Amazing hotel! Great service, beautiful rooms, and delicious breakfast. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.”
And i want to thank Mr eyad for the great service

2026-01-03 via Tripadvisor