Mamilla Hotel
A sleek contemporary hotel beside Jerusalem’s Old City, Mamilla pairs Piero Lissoni interiors, a major spa, stylish bars and a panoramic rooftop with immediate access to Jaffa Gate and Mamilla Avenue.
Mamilla Hotel occupies one of Jerusalem’s most strategic positions, between the modern city center and the walls of the Old City. Jaffa Gate, Mamilla Avenue shopping and many major historic sites are only minutes away on foot.
Architect Moshe Safdie’s use of local Jerusalem stone creates continuity with the surrounding city, while Piero Lissoni’s interiors bring in a much more minimalist Italian sensibility. Black steel, pale stone and carefully controlled lighting give the public spaces a sleek urban feel.
Rooms and suites continue that contrast between ancient material and modern design. Deep soaking tubs, restrained furnishings and flexible glass partitions make the accommodations feel contemporary without ignoring the setting.
Akasha Wellbeing Center is unusually substantial for a city-center hotel, with an indoor pool, hammam and treatment facilities. The rooftop restaurant is the visual highlight, opening directly toward the Old City walls and skyline.
Mamilla is best for travelers who want Jerusalem’s history immediately outside but prefer a modern design hotel inside. The location is exceptional, and the rooftop and spa give the property enough depth to feel like more than a sightseeing base.
