Fodor's Expert Review Mamilla Hotel

With clever and soaring architectural flourishes by starchitect Moshe Safdie and a restrained yet luxurious modern interior design by Piero Lissoni, the Mamilla is a sleek and comfortable haven with bars and restaurants that appeal to locals and travelers alike. Perched above the outdoor Mamilla pedestrian shopping mall, all rooms include wood floors, black metal headboards, espresso machines, and richly textured drapes, while the contemporary bathrooms boast deep rectangular soaking tubs and see-through walls that frost over for privacy. The dining establishments offer stylish surroundings, as well as appealing menus. Take a dip in the underused underground pool, tiled in navy blue mosaics, and then head over to the award-winning Akasha spa. Don't skip the in-house breakfast, as Mamilla takes the Israeli morning repast to a whole new level. Visitors also have complimentary access to the David Citadel's outdoor pool.