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The David Citadel Jerusalem

Guests find relaxation by the pool or rejuvenation with Thai massage at this luxurious Jerusalem retreat, just steps from historic sites.

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The David Citadel, in Jerusalem's heart, offers a serene escape with a poolside bar and spa. Travelers can savor Mediterranean dishes at three restaurants or join Pilates classes at the gym. Previous visitors consistently praise this upscale sanctuary in the historic city.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 2,379
AED 2,379 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar

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Alcove Deluxe Balcony Old City View | Balcony view

Alcove Deluxe Balcony Old City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, Pool View (Partial Old City view)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2015
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Family room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Family room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2015
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Citadel Suite with a terrace and Old City view.

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite with a terrace and Old City view. | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite with a terrace and Old City view.

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Executive Suite with a terrace and Old City view. | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Executive Suite with a terrace and Old City view.

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 83 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite with terrace and Old City view. | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite with terrace and Old City view.

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 98 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite with terrace and Old City view | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Royal Suite with terrace and Old City view

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 148 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite with Balcony and Old City View. | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite with Balcony and Old City View.

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Jerusalem City Centre neighborhood, The David Citadel Jerusalem is connected to a shopping center. Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mamilla Mall. Western Wall and Temple Mount are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including Segway tours. Visit our Jerusalem travel guide
Map
7 King David St, Jerusalem, 94101

What's nearby

  • View from above, stunning view of the Jerusalem skyline with the beautiful Dome of the Rock (Al-Aqsa Mosque). Picture taken from the Mount of Olives adjacent to Jerusalem's Old City.
    Mamilla Mall
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem which includes heritage architecture
    Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Church of the Holy Sepulchre showing interior views and heritage elements
    Church of the Holy Sepulchre
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Temple Mount featuring landscape views, a city and heritage architecture
    Temple Mount
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Western Wall showing heritage elements, a city and landscape views
    Western Wall
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Yekuti'el Adam Station
    15 min drive
  • Jerusalem (JRS-Malha Railway Station)
    17 min drive
  • Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Joy Bistro
    2 min walk
  • Tacos Luis
    3 min walk
  • King's Court
    2 min walk
  • Humus Ben Sira (חומוס בן סירא)
    3 min walk
  • Etz Cafe
    3 min walk

About this property

The David Citadel Jerusalem

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Mamilla Mall
Located close to Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, The David Citadel Jerusalem provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Mediterranean cuisine. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the gym; The David Citadel Jerusalem also has a coffee shop/cafe, a playground, and a hair salon. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge), and a porter/bellhop
  • Massage treatment rooms, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 385 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Rainfall showers, separate tubs/showers, and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (ILS 75 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (ILS 60 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ILS 170 for adults and ILS 170 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Lobby Lounge
  • The Seasons Restaurant
  • Veranda Fine Grill

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1,085 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 6 and October 19.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ILS 145.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Israel Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 18%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Israel.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ILS 170 for adults and ILS 170 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: ILS 75.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: ILS 60 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: ILS 145.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Citadel David
Citadel David Hotel
Citadel Hotel
David Citadel
David Citadel Hotel
David Citadel Hotel Jerusalem
David Citadel Jerusalem
Hotel David Citadel
The David Citadel Hotel
The David Citadel Jerusalem Hotel
The David Citadel Jerusalem Jerusalem
The David Citadel Jerusalem Hotel Jerusalem

Frequently asked questions

Does The David Citadel Jerusalem have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The David Citadel Jerusalem?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The David Citadel Jerusalem on 7 March 2026 start from AED 2,379, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The David Citadel Jerusalem pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for ILS 75.00 per day. Valet parking is available for ILS 60 per stay.

What time is check-in at The David Citadel Jerusalem?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The David Citadel Jerusalem?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The David Citadel Jerusalem located?

This family-friendly Jerusalem hotel is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Mamilla Mall and Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem. Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Western Wall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The David Citadel Jerusalem Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 474 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location . Excellent staff and breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Amazing service, good food, room can use update.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms with plenty of space… Well appointed amenities. Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Amenities
The hotel, staff and property were accommodating, courteous and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed Asim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and good restaurant, pool, and kids play area. Within walking distance of most major jerusalem landmarks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another Wonderful Stay at the David Citadel

We have stayed at this hotel many times and we have never been disappointed. When you arrive they say “Welcome Home” and they are right. The service is excellent and everyone cannot do enough to make your stay comfortable including Sami in the morning doing artwork in the cappuccino foam. We have rarely made a request even at the last minute that they could not accommodate. I would urge anyone coming to Jerusalem for the first or 20th time to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful hotel with a great location amazing service! and very family friendly. We were very happy here and will definitely stay here again. 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hahna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kids floor was excellent! And also the heated pool!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Amazing views. Excellent service at breakfast buffet which is impressive. Atta added his special touch in his personalized service at breakfast. Rooms are well appointed and nice in size. We walked to the old city and just soaked about Jerusalem so easily from this location. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent as usual

Nothing to say always excellent , swimming pool big enough to accept lot of guests , food excellent , location just the best. Very happy as usual
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. We will definitely be coming back. Especially Ilan, Eviator & Yonatan (concierge team) were exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was extremely polite. We had a late flight out and they gave us an extended late checkout as a courtesy which they didn’t have to do. The staff was also very attentive to elderly guests at breakfast, anticipating their every need. Was very special to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointed that there was tons of noise outside my room and from the lobby in middle of the night. And the shower never got very hot. I asked to fix it but it was never fixed. Overall the staff was good and the location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

hahna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wanted the light in our room to be shut off but it was a difficult task since the light was set to Shabbat mode. Unfortunately, we had the light on the whole evening and we couldn't sleep. We went and complained to the reception desk. As a courtesy, Yazen Atrash offered our family lunch which was an incredible experience. He also offered to give us a discount when we're ready to book another reservation. We are So Happy with the incredible service that Yazan offered us. We will definitely come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is nicely decorated. Room is spacious though without a nice view. Tub and shower very nice and convenient. Breakfast was great even though it was Saturday so no hand made omelets. Still very tasty and clean. Must say the service was bad. Receptionist and other staff members are not very nice, we felt unwelcome. Never had such experience in other hotels in Jerusalem. So we will not come back to this hotel. Price was expensive for one night stay. Dairy restaurant was not open during Friday night, we could only order to go and no available tables for someone who wants to order a snack or coffee. Too bad for 5 star hotel. Location is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel in the heart of the city. I was allowed an early check-in and a late checkout. I was able to witness Shabbat and was in walking distance to all the beautiful treasures of our beautiful city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and amenities
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service from the minute we checked in was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like everything in the hotel it’s so nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff,food and location of the Hotel are great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all very good and service was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Beautiful room and the breakfast was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Could use help with cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025