Jerusalem is a hilltop city of about 1 million people in the Judean Mountains, sacred to Jews, Christians and Muslims. Its walled Old City holds the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Haram al-Sharif (Temple Mount) with the Dome of the Rock, while West Jerusalem offers the Mahane Yehuda market, Israel Museum and Yad Vashem, and East Jerusalem has Palestinian-run neighbourhoods, markets and the Mount of Olives.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
King David Hotel
Historic 1931 landmark hotel facing the Old City walls, run by Dan Hotels, with garden, pool and a long record of hosting heads of state.
The David Citadel Hotel
Five-star hotel facing the Tower of David with rooftop pool and views over the Old City walls.
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Hilton-brand luxury hotel in the restored 1920s-era Generali building and tower near Independence Park, a short walk to Mamilla.
American Colony Hotel
Former pasha's palace turned boutique hotel in East Jerusalem, long favoured by diplomats and journalists, with a shaded courtyard and the Arabesque restaurant.
Mamilla Hotel
Designer hotel beside Jaffa Gate and the Mamilla promenade, with a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Old City.
The Inbal Jerusalem
Upscale hotel by Liberty Bell Park, a 15-20 minute walk to the German Colony and Rehavia.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Machneyuda
Chef-driven restaurant beside Mahane Yehuda market with an open kitchen.