Villa Brown Jerusalem

Villa Brown Jerusalem is an upscale boutique hotel at 54 Ha-Nevi'im Street in Jerusalem, Israel, occupying a restored nineteenth-century stone mansion in the downtown area. The street runs between the Russian Compound and the Damascus Gate area, and the hotel lies within walking distance of the Mahane Yehuda market, the Ben Yehuda pedestrian street and the Jerusalem light rail line. The Old City's Damascus Gate and Jaffa Gate are each a 10-15 minute walk away. The mansion belongs to the group of Ottoman-era stone houses built outside the Old City walls in the later nineteenth century, and the restoration retained features such as arched windows, tiled floors and thick stone walls, combined with modern fittings. The hotel is small, with a garden and a courtyard that give a quiet contrast to the surrounding streets. Accommodation consists of Deluxe rooms and suites with free wifi and individually styled interiors. The property has a restaurant and a bar, with breakfast served in the dining area and the garden in good weather. Guests should confirm kosher and Shabbat arrangements with the hotel. Service is personal and design-conscious, which suits couples, food-oriented travellers and visitors who prefer historic character to large-scale luxury. The location near Mahane Yehuda makes it convenient for market visits and for the area's bars and restaurants, which are busy in the evening. Rates are in the upper-middle range, at roughly 800 to 1,800 ILS per night, depending on season and room. Visitors who want an atmospheric historic building in the centre of the city, within reach of the Old City and the market, will find it a strong choice, though the downtown streets can be lively at night. The mansion's small size means rooms are limited, so booking ahead is advisable, particularly in spring and autumn when Jerusalem's visitor numbers are highest.