10/10 Excellent
Arthur F., Chicago, IL USA
28 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect place in the very heart of downtown Jerusalem
I am a frequent visitor to Jerusalem and have stayed in this excellent building many times before. but this time, I got particularly lucky and found Jack's placefor a two-week stay . It's a lovely 1BR 1BA, but unlike 95% of the apartments of this modern apartment building, this one has a HUGE terrace.
The building couldn't be more centrally located. The pedestrian mall on Ben Yehuda Street is steps away, as is the Machne Yehuda Market. Like to do your shopping a little more modernly? There's a full supermarket IN the building on the side that opens to Jaffa Street where the tram runs to the Old City and beyond.
The apartment is on the small side, but WAY better than a hotel room for a couple. A family or very good friends could make it work. The kitchen is well equipped and there are kosher options available. There's no dishwasher, but really, how much cooking do you really do in these places?
You enter into the main living space, with the kitchen opening up to it on the right, before coming to a small dining table, then a living room equipped with a big futon, a bed-convertible chair, a coffee table and a credenza with a 4K HDTV with plenty of cable TV choices. Jack even left a long HDTV cable out so I could stream my usual shows. The Wifi was strong and consistent.
Beyond the living room is the terrace, at least 10' by 12' with an expandable glass outdoor table with four comfortable chairs. And despite being on the fourth floor (the way Americans count floors), when you shut the balcony door all the noise is shut out as well.
The bedroom is small but functional with a comfortable bed that seemed just a bit shy of queen-sized. The bathroom was clean and everything worked perfectly.
So here's what I'd say. It's not the height of luxury, but it is very clean, comfortable, and couldn't be in a more central location. Jack is a great host, responsive but not intrusive.
I highly recommend this apartment. I will be back.
Arthur F.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2021