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The David Citadel, Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Israel

  • RecommendedForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • families
  • wellness
  • city breaks
  • business

About The David Citadel, Jerusalem

The David Citadel in Jerusalem features 385 rooms, a heated outdoor pool overlooking the Old City, and a 400 sqm children’s play area called Funland. The Spa by Akasha offers yoga, Watsu, massages, meditation, and a sauna. Additional amenities include a fitness centre, concierge service, and valet parking. The property has been recognised with a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended award for 2026.

A dedicated kids club and family-friendly facilities make this hotel suitable for travellers with children, while the spa and wellness offerings appeal to guests seeking relaxation. Its central Jerusalem location provides convenient access to the city’s attractions.

Why it stands out

EMPTYJET lists The David Citadel as an EMPTYJET Recommend property for its Forbes Travel Guide Recommended status, comprehensive spa and wellness facilities, and strong family offerings, including a large kids club. Its location in Jerusalem adds to its appeal for both leisure and business travellers.

Key facts

Keys
385 rooms
Architecture
modern-ancient design, iconic modern palace in the City of Kings
Type
City, Family, Wellness

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Swimming poolour heated outdoor pool overlooks Jerusalem's Old City

Family

  • Kids clubevidence: Funland, our 400 sqm children’s play area

Services

  • Conciergeevidence: Our courteous concierge team are ready and waiting to help
  • Valet parkingevidence: valet service is at surcharge of NIS 60 per stay

Wellness

  • SpaSpa by Akasha – “the spiritual force that Earth, Air, Fire, and Water descend from”
  • Saunaevidence: Spa, Fitness Center, Pool, Kids playcenter, Sauna
  • Fitness centreevidence: Our spacious and fully-equipped gym area offers you a fitness experience

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Spa by Akasha — yoga, Watsu, massages, meditation

Family

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Kids club
Yes

Services

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Pools
1

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideRecommended2026

Location

31.7772, 35.2232 · approximate

Position is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.

Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
  • Official hotel websiteOfficial5 fields
  • WikidataEncyclopedia5 fields

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