The King David is the grand old address of Jerusalem hospitality, standing on King David Street in the city center with a garden terrace and a long record of hosting dignitaries. The property has 233 rooms, and it works as a luxury base for sightseeing because Jaffa Gate and the Old City are a short walk away, and Mamilla Mall is about the same distance. Facilities include an outdoor pool that operates seasonally and a children’s pool, a spa with sauna and massage and treatment rooms, a gym, two restaurants, a poolside bar and a garden. It is a good choice for travelers who want classic comfort with a central location.
Location and getting around
The hotel is about an eight-minute walk from Jaffa Gate and from the Mamilla shopping street, and ten minutes from the Ben Yehuda pedestrian street, so most first-day sightseeing can be done on foot. The Jerusalem International YMCA is next door. For the Israel Museum, Yad Vashem or Mount of Olives, take a taxi or ride-hailing app, as the city center is not the easiest place to reach by public transport.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are in a classic style, and some face the garden or the city, so ask about views when you book. The pool is seasonal, so confirm whether it is open for your dates, and the spa and gym are good for tired legs after a day on foot.
Breakfast is a buffet that carries a surcharge on many rates, so compare rates with and without it. Self-parking and valet parking are available for a daily fee and spaces are limited, so ask in advance if you are driving. There is an electric vehicle charging point.
Who it suits
Couples marking an occasion, first-time visitors who want a central luxury base and travelers who value a quiet garden after busy days. It is also a comfortable choice for families who want a pool in warm months. Light sleepers should request a higher floor away from the street. It is worth checking the current Shabbat arrangements for dining and elevators if that matters to you.
Why stay here
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool and children’s pool
- ✓Spa with sauna and massage
- ✓Gym
- ✓Two restaurants and a poolside bar
- ✓Garden terrace
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Tour and ticket assistance
- ✓Electric vehicle charging
Good questions
How far is the King David from the Old City?+
It is about an eight-minute walk to Jaffa Gate. The Mamilla shopping street is about the same distance in the other direction.
Is breakfast included?+
A buffet breakfast is offered, often for an extra charge. Check your rate type when you book.
Is there parking?+
Yes, self-parking and valet parking are available for a daily fee, with limited spaces. Ask the hotel to reserve one if you are driving.
