Zion

Zion Review

With little balconies overlooking a pedestrian street off the downtown Ben-Yehuda mall, this 19th-century stone building has an Old World feel to it. Front rooms get some street noise until late hours, though air-conditioning and double-glazed windows have eased the problem. Furnishings are simple; ask for a "good room" if you want less minimalistic surroundings. Ten rooms have showers only. The lobby, reception area, and a few rooms are up a single flight of stairs (other rooms are up farther still—there is no elevator). Breakfast is not included, but a good coffee shop is downstairs. The manager speaks five languages, but not English.