New Petra Hostel

Perched directly inside Jaffa Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City, Petra Hostel is literally steps from the Tower of David Museum and a short walk to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. With panoramic views that include the Mount of Olives and Old City rooftops, this hostel puts history—and sightseeing—on your doorstep.

A large, historic hostel spread over four floors with options from simple rooms to deluxe and super-deluxe, plus rooftop rooms. Most rooms have private bathrooms while some offer shared facilities; many open onto balconies or have stained-glass windows and period light fixtures. Each floor has big communal areas with seating, a TV, a communal kitchen, a dining table and a library, and the roof even offers mattress or tent rentals so you can sleep beneath Jerusalem’s stars.

Free Wi‑Fi and free breakfast for guests, a panoramic roof and terrace, communal kitchen and fridge, laundry service, 24-hour reception and airport shuttle/transfer. There’s on-site parking for drivers and easy taxi or car drop-off right at the front door—wake up to Old City views each morning.

Conference hall plus meeting and presentation facilities, free Wi‑Fi throughout the property and an elevator for easy access.

Free breakfast is available for guests and the communal kitchen lets you cook your own meals. Enjoy a morning coffee while looking out over the city from your window or the terrace.