Distance from Hotel to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport, 12.5 miles (20 kms).
The American Colony Hotel, a landmark fairytale get-away in the heart of Jerusalem, has been providing its luxurious hospitality services 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 ambience and 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 as an 'oasis' where timeless elegance meets contemporary facilities to provide new and returning guests of all ages with an extraordinary experience.
The hotel is within walking distance of all of Jerusalem's major sights and within ten minutes of the Damascus Gate in the Old City, with a 45-minute drive from Ben Gurion airport outside Tel Aviv.
- Babysitting Services ($)
- Barber Shop ($)
- Car Rental Desk ($)
- Cribs (on request)
- Currency Exchange
- Doctor (on call) ($)
- Dry Cleaning Services ($)
- Fitness Center
- Hairdresser ($)
- Internet Access (high-speed) ($)
- Laundry Services ($)
- Massage Services ($)
- Newspapers
- Parking
- Pool (outdoor, heated, nearby) ($)
- Pressing Service ($)
- Room Service (24-hour)
- Sauna
- Secretarial Services ($)
- Shops
($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.
Arrival/Departure Time:
• Check-in-time: 2:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm
Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.
Children Policy:
• Children's age break is 12 years old.
Maximum Occupancy:
• Superior - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
• Classic Pasha - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
• Deluxe Pasha - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
• Junior Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
• Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
Superior, Located primarily in the main building, designed to meet the most exigent guests' expectations, they all have electronic safes, hairdryer, interactive TV, cable with in-house video and complimentary Broadband Internet access. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 twin beds.
Pasha Classic, Each room was built to order with typical Ottoman architecture of the 1800's. Step back more than a hundred years and lose yourself in history.
Deluxe Pasha, The famous original rooms built by the Turkish Pasha in the 1800's for his three wives. Three rooms in the Courtyard for summer time and three rooms above for the winter. They are all completely refurbished using some of the best efforts to respect the charm and the atmosphere of the original building. There are additionally a number of these rooms in the East House, most with gardens and balconies.
Junior Suite, These are larger rooms, some with decorative ceilings and each has an additional sitting area.
Suite, 5 Suites each with their own character, features and design.
All accommodations include: voicemail, television (cable, satellite), blackout drapes, movies (pay-per-view): ($), desk, bedding (hypo-allergenic), 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, with the ambiance of the 19th century East. The Cellar Bar is still floored with the same warm pink stone that has been in place for the past 130 years. An enchanting place for visitors and residents, and popular meeting place for journalists from across the world.
The Summer Bar, Serving long, cool drinks and barbequed dishes in leafy gardens.
The Terrace Cafe, Breath the fresh Jerusalem air, listen to the sounds of the hotel and don't miss the electric mix of guests. See and hear it all from the new Terrace. They serve drinks and light snacks every day from 10:00 till 6:00.
Val's Brasserie Lounge, Val's Brasserie is open from lunch through late dinner during the winter period. Situated beside the pool and the Cellar Bar, guests can 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, a 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/patio, 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 the rustic fountain, green plants and mature trees 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.
Please Note:
• The American Colony Hotel boasts five non-kosher restaurants and bars, each with their own ambiance, and is a second home to intellectuals, artists, journalists, diplomats and shrewd travelers who are looking for a quiet and calm oasis amongst the bustle of Jerusalem.
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)
