The American Colony Hotel Jerusalem Named Israel's Leading Boutique Hotel for 2025
The American Colony Hotel in Jerusalem has once again been honored as Israel's Leading Boutique Hotel for 2025 by the prestigious World Travel Awards, marking its ninth win in this category. Award Recognition - Awarding Body: World Travel Awards, often dubbed the "Oscars" of the global tourism industry - History of Wins: First awarded in 2013, with subsequent wins in 2015–2021 and now in 2025 - Selection Process: Over 650,000 travel professionals and consumers worldwide vote annually Hotel Highlights - Historic Charm: Originally built in 1860 as an Ottoman palace, the hotel blends East and West with Arabesque arches, hand-painted ceilings, and antique décor - Renovation Update: Recently completed a major renovation including: - Upgraded four floors of the main building - 41 refurbished rooms and bathrooms - New private balconies in select rooms - Guest Experience: Known for its serene ambiance, lush gardens, and timeless luxury Notable Guests The hotel has hosted a wide array of cultural icons and dignitaries, including: - Sting, Richard Gere, Jane Fonda, Bob Dylan, Natalie Portman - Winston Churchill, Mikhail Gorbachev, Kofi Annan, Jimmy Carter General Manager Alex Nassar expressed deep gratitude for the continued recognition, emphasizing the hotel’s commitment to exceptional service and warm hospitality.
Follow us on Insta
