The low-rise building of Jerusalem stone wrapped around a central courtyard and atrium makes an eye-pleasing first impression; and the Inbal's energetic spirit complements the picture. In warm weather, an excellent outdoor breakfast in the shaded courtyard makes a great start to the day. The guest rooms, decorated in shades of brown and beige, are comfortable; bathrooms are compact. Many deluxe rooms have balconies and fine views of a park next door as well as the Old City, and the heated pool in winter is an added bonus. The hotel's location next to the playgrounds of Liberty Bell Garden is convenient for families. Pros: good location with nearby restaurants; business center. Cons: smallish bathrooms; too family-friendly for guests seeking quiet intimacy.
Reviewed by jdog from New Orleans, LA on 2/15/07
If a bit more pricey than other good hotels in J'salem, it is elegant. Great pool and fitness center. Super bar and special touches like the barbeque in the courtyard (helps keep thing kosher, you know, those BBQ's). It is especially interesting to watch the courting rituals of the haredi, who allow their kids to 'date' in the lobby of the hotel - kids dressed like pre-WWI Europeans and so proper drinking their Coca Colas. An easy walk to the Old City through a park full of rosemary and lavendar, or walk down King David by the YMCA to the Jaffa Gate.
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