Mount Zion Hotel

Mount Zion Hotel is a mid-range hotel at 17 Hebron Road in Jerusalem, Israel, on the ridge above the Hinnom Valley. Its terrace faces Mount Zion and the southern walls of the Old City, and the position is one of the best-known viewpoints in this part of the city. The Old City's Zion Gate and Jaffa Gate are reachable on foot in roughly 15-20 minutes along a downhill route, though the climb back is steeper, and many visitors use taxis or buses along Hebron Road. The Mishkenot Sha'ananim area, the First Station complex and the German Colony are also within walking or short taxi distance. The building is a long-established hotel of several floors, with functional interiors and a focus on views over the valley rather than on high-end design. Accommodation includes Standard and Superior rooms and suites, with free wifi and the better rooms facing the Old City. The hotel has a pool and a restaurant serving a buffet breakfast and meals, and the terrace is a popular place for coffee and evening drinks facing the walls. The hotel observes kosher practice in its kitchen, so Shabbat meals follow local custom. Service is straightforward and suits families, tour groups and independent travellers who value view and price over luxury. Rates are in the middle range, at roughly 600 to 1,300 ILS per night, depending on season and room type. Visitors who want Old City views at a lower price than the central luxury hotels, and who do not mind using transport for some trips, will find the property good value. The terrace in particular gives a memorable view of the walls at sunrise and sunset. Because the hotel sits above the valley, evening breezes make the terrace pleasant even in summer, and the surrounding area is quiet after dark compared with the downtown streets.