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Distance from Hotel to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport, 12.5 miles (20 kms).  

The American Colony Hotel, a landmark fairytale getaway in the heart of Jerusalem, has been providing its hospitality for more than 120 years. Personified by classic Arabian arches, elaborate furnishings and opulent suites, this elegant boutique hotel prides itself in offering guests an enchanting "east-meets- west" experience in a distinctively tranquil and romantic setting. With state-of-the-art amenities for business and leisure travelers and the bygone grandeur of royalty in the Pasha's suite, the American Colony's splendor enchants its guests with the ultimate blend of modern conveniences and old world charm. Its lush gardens, world-class restaurants, rich theme night entertainment offerings and quintessential style have earned the American Colony its distinguished reputation. It's an oasis where timeless elegance meets contemporary facilities to provide new and returning guests of all ages with an extraordinary experience.  

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• Hotel Amenities
• Accommodation Categories and Descriptions
• Food and Beverage Outlets
• Bonus Features
• Local Attractions

• Air Conditioning (public areas)
• Babysitting Services ($)
• Banquet Room ($)
• Bar
• Business Center ($)
• Cell Phone Rentals ($)
• Childcare Services (on request) ($)
• Coffee Shop
• Computer Rentals ($)
• Concierge
• Conference Rooms ($)
• Currency Exchange
• Doorman/Doorwoman
• Dry Cleaning Services ($)
• Elevators/Lifts
• Equipment (audio, visual)
• Event Catering ($)
• Fitness Center
• Floors
• Floors (4)
• Front Desk (24-hour)
• Gift Shop
• Massage Services ($)
• Multilingual Staff
• Parking
• Patio
• Pets (allowed) ($)
• Porter
• Restaurants
• Rooms
• Rooms (84)
• Safe Deposit Box (front desk)
• Sauna
• Secretarial Services ($)
• Security Guard
• Shopping Facilities
• Tour Assistance
• Transportation (airport) ($)
• Wedding Services ($)

Laundry Services: ($) Pressing and dry cleaning service Medical Services: ($) Doctor and Dentist on call 24 hours Meeting Rooms: ($) Small groups Internet Access (high-speed) email and high-speed ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 2:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• There are no children rates at this property at this time.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Executive Room - 3 adults.  

Executive Room, Located primarily in the newer sections of the hotel. Recently refurbished to meet our most exigent guests' expectations. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 twin beds.  

Pasha Style, Every room was built to order with typical Ottoman architecture of the 1800's. Step back more than a hundred  

The famous original rooms built by the Turkish Pasha in the 1800's for his three wives. Three rooms in the Courtyard for Summer time and three rooms above for the winter. They are all completely refurbished using our best efforts to respect the charm and the atmosphere of the original building. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 twin beds.  

Junior Suite, These are larger rooms, some with wooden ceilings. They are located in the newer parts of the hotel and in the Palm House. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 twin beds.  

Suite, These are larger rooms, some with wooden ceilings. They are located in the newer parts of the hotel and in the Palm House. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 twin beds.  

All accommodations include: voicemail, television (cable, satellite), blackout drapes, movies (pay-per-view): ($), desk, hypo-allergenic bedding available, sewing kit, telephone (direct dial), toiletries, air conditioning, ironing board (on request), bottled water, room service (24-hour), hairdryer, wake-up calls, shower (hand held), telephone (in bathroom), turndown service, internet access (high speed, wireless), bathrobes, mini-bar, crib (on request), housekeeping, safe deposit box, slippers and iron (on request).  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

The Cellar Bar, An intimate and relaxing retreat, combining all the amenities of a modern bar with the ambience of the 19th century East. The Cellar Bar is still floored with the same warm pink stone that has been in place for the last 130 years. An enchanting place for visitors and residents, and popular meeting ground for journalists from across the world.  

The Lobby, Relax and enjoy pleasant surroundings. Light refreshments are available.  

Val's Brasserie Lounge, Val's Brasserie is open from lunch through late dinner all year round. Situated beside the pool and the Cellar Bar, guests will enjoy favorite local dishes, continental specialties and quick snacks in a cozy and relaxing atmosphere. Afternoon Tea, a British classic, is served here daily from 3:00pm - 6:00pm with tea, variety of sandwiches, scones with strawberry jam and fresh strawberries or English cake.  

The Arabesque, Continental and Arabic food is served, with a variety of frequently changing special dishes. Careful attention is paid to quality and freshness.  

The Courtyard, This is the "heart" of the American Colony Hotel, the famous, intimate courtyard where so many personalities have escaped the city to relax and where many films have been made. You will be captivated by Turkish fountain and green tropical plants rustling gently in the breeze. Open when weather conditions permit, this is a perfect place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Treat yourself to cocktails in this romantic garden while savoring the fragrance of fresh flowers.  

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Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• Rockefeller Museum: 0.5 miles(1 km)  

• Dome of the Rock on Temple Mount : 1 mile(2 kms)  

• Mount of Olives : 2 miles(3 kms)  

• The Knesset : 2.5 miles(4 kms)  

• Israel Museum : 3 miles(5 kms)  

• Islamic Museum : 2.5 miles(4 kms)  

• Old City : 0.5 miles(1 km)  

• Wailing Wall: 1 mile(2 kms)  

• Church of the Nativity: 4.5 miles(7 kms)  

• Church of the Holy Sepulchre: 1 mile(2 kms)