The American Colony Hotel - Hotel Reviews from across the web
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No title - expert review Once a pasha's palace, this cool limestone oasis with its flower-bedecked inner courtyard has been a hotel for more than a century. It's a 10-minute walk from the Damascus Gate, in East Jerusalem, but worlds away from the hubbub of the Old City. A favorite haunt of American and British expats, forei... fodors.com
No title - expert review The former home of a Turkish pasha, and later in the 19th century the center for a colony of American and Swedish Protestants, this romantic hotel with beautiful gardens is in a class by itself. Popular with international journalists, scholars, archaeologists, and diplomats, the American Colony has ... frommers.com
No title - expert review Spend a thousand and one magical nights in historic Jerusalem. This authentic Middle Eastern mansion built in 1860 and with a fascinating history is an oasis of tranquility in this vibrant city. It offers various categories of rooms, each full of atmosphere and charm and three high class restaurants... travel.away.com
No title - expert review A former Pashas Palace built about 1860, the American Colony Hotel reflects the opulence and style of a bygone age. Here East meets West in the spacious rooms with traditional vaulted or painted ceilings, arched doorways and carved stone work which provide full modern amenities. The American Colony ... sidestep.com
No title - expert review This traditional property is unique and conveniently located . It is a Non Kosher hotel and serves American breakfast. 0207.The hotel is situated in East Jerusalem within walking distance from the old city.The bedrooms are large and in very good condition with a traditional style and modern faciliti... sidestep.com
No title - expert review The American Colony Hotel is, in some sense, a relic of a more innocent time — it was built in 1860 as a pasha's palace, with a separate wing for each of his wives. In 1883 a group of American evangelicals bought the palace and founded a religious community, called (naturally) the American Col... tablethotels.com
It´s Charming and Like Home - user review The American Colony is probably Jerusalem's prettiest hotel. It has a very fascinating history, which guests can read about through exhibitions and clippings in the hallways.The hotel's main attraction, apart from ... epinions.com
Great - user review Been told that the Palestinian gentlemen are not the owners but workers at the hotel, no matter, they are friendly and make your stay me... fodors.com
What An Atmosphere - user review If you want to step into an Arabian Nights fantasy, look no further than this sumptuous hotel.The Palestinian owners go out of their way to welcome you. Beautifully shaded gardens, a great swimming pool, Arabesque architecture galore, windows that open to jasmine scented gardens, a delicious Arab re... fodors.com
Not cheap but worth every penny - user review We were lucky enough to stay in room 16, right off the Courtyard. I don't know how they got that room so quiet right bank in the middle of everything. The food was great, there was no one at the pool when we were there ( it was a little cold but October can be like that) , and the atmosphere just dr... fodors.com
Wish go back very soon - user review I loved really everything... The house, the service, the food, everyth... travel.yahoo.com
excellent..... especially salameh at the front desk he is excellent in all means....thx - user review dislike nothing its home away from home...i like the summer bar, its very nice and romantic... rooms are very nice especia... travel.yahoo.com
Best hotel in Israel - not just in Jerusalem! - user review The American Colony Hotel was great. The service in the restaurant and throughout the hotel was really impressive. I highly ... travel.yahoo.com
i wish it will be my home!!! - user review everything is perfect. i really liked this place: the service- is the best service. the bar and the restaurant are great!!! the food i... travel.yahoo.com
A Pasha's Palace - user review You will feel like a Pasha when you stay at the American Colony. It is truly a magnificent experience. This is now my hotel of choice ... travel.yahoo.com
A great experience - user review I loved this hotel! I will definitely be going back the next time I visit Jerusalem. Great food, great ambiance, great service. Everyone... travel.yahoo.com
My second home - user review Friendly service, home from home, very relaxing, beautiful surroundings, full of character, excellent wine list, a perfect retreat from the stress of ... travel.yahoo.com
Like living in a dream... - user review I've stayed at the American Colony twice, and was very, very impressed, both times. The hotel itself is magical--elegant, beautiful, unusual. The staff is courteous and eff... travel.yahoo.com
Probably among the best hotel in the world - user review After being there for a while I can say that this is not just a hotel but really a second home. Rooms are marvelous with homely feeling. Food is of great quality and above all the ... travel.yahoo.com
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