The seemingly sudden appearance of a new boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Jerusalem created a buzz in tourism circles. The cleverly arranged furniture and ceilings covered with silk-screened historical Jerusalem photos make for a comfortable intimacy; full-length mirrors on the walls enhance the sense of space. The modern feel is carried over into the guest rooms, with off-white, dove-gray, red, and blue accents. The daily happy hour (5-7 PM) includes free glasses of wine, arak, hot drinks, fruit, and cookies. The location, in the heart of the historic Nahalat Shiva neighborhood, is as downtown as you can get. Pros: free Internet access; heart of where it's happening; free leaflets for self-guided theme tours. Cons: parking difficult and/or expensive; downtown noise when you open windows.
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