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Rafael Residence

Aparthotel near Western Wall in Jerusalem

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Business center
Penthouse, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Comfort Suite | Television
Penthouse, Terrace | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Suite, Terrace, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

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Derech Bethlehem 70, Bak'a, Entrance off Zrubavel St. No. 5, Jerusalem, 9350419
  • Popular LocationJaffa Gate2 min drive
  • Popular LocationAl-Aqsa Mosque5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWestern Wall5 min drive
  • AirportTel Aviv (TLV-Ben Gurion)55 min drive

Room options

Comfort Suite

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Terrace, Garden Area

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Penthouse, Terrace

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Jerusalem

Baka stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Baka aparthotel, you'll find Mount Herzl and Haas Promenade. The First Station and Montefiore Windmill are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Jaffa Gate - 2 min drive
  • Mamilla Mall - 3 min drive
  • Church of the Holy Sepulchre - 3 min drive
  • Al-Aqsa Mosque - 5 min drive
  • Western Wall - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Jerusalem (JRS-Malha Railway Station) - 6 min drive
  • Yekuti'el Adam Station - 8 min drive
  • Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Japan Japan - 6 min walk
  • Mitz Petel - 7 min walk
  • Kalo - 1 min walk
  • Japanika - 7 min walk
  • La Guta (לה גוטה) - 6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

Rafael Residence

Aparthotel near Western Wall in Jerusalem
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Rafael Residence. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Jerusalem aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Rafael Residence offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Hebrew, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Restaurants on site

  • Grand cafe

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 30 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business center
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district

Things to do

  • Health club (partner property) nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 buildings
  • 35 units
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 80
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Sunday - Friday (8:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (7:30 PM - 9:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Check-in time is 9:30 PM on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Israel value-added tax (17%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (17%).

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 95 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Rafael Residence
Rafael Residence Apartment
Rafael Residence Apartment Jerusalem
Rafael Residence Jerusalem
Tamar Residence Hotel Jerusalem
Rafael Residence Jerusalem
Rafael Residence Aparthotel
Rafael Residence Aparthotel Jerusalem

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rafael Residence to the airport?

Rafael Residence is 33.7 mi (56-min drive) away from the Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rafael Residence?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rafael Residence on May 23, 2024 start from $160.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rafael Residence have an airport shuttle?

Rafael Residence offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 95 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Rafael Residence offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rafael Residence, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children.

Is there a casino at Rafael Residence?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Rafael Residence?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Early check-in costs USD 80 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Rafael Residence?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel.

Does Rafael Residence have a pool?

Rafael Residence does not have a pool.

Does Rafael Residence have a restaurant?

Rafael Residence is home to Grand cafe, which features international cuisine.

Does Rafael Residence have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Rafael Residence to downtown Jerusalem?

Rafael Residence is 0.8 mi away from Jerusalem.

Rafael Residence Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 160 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have been here before and will come back again! Great to have a little kitchen, living room, and bedroom.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent accommodation in Baka
Amazing location in the heart of Baka. Very clean and compact. Perfect for our needs. Good value for money. Coffee shops and shul nearby. Very pleasant handling, even when we came in very late at night. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

james, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable spaces, nice kitchen, prompt service from hosts
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Disliked: Room comfort
More like a motel
Extremely run down more similar to a motel than a hotel. Bed and pillows terrible No working ac in bedroom Towels smelled bad Dust on night stands One of the 2 tv didn’t work Has potential to be great if they were updated grounds were beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Roman, Newton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
TV in bed room did not work and nobody was available to attend to it. Also, no way to lv a message in the evening/ night
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, spacious, suitable for various functionality.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Alan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
We rented a 1-bedroom unit. The LR/DR was smaller than expected. Also no paper towels, tissues or dish soap. Washer/dryer was in the basement and coin operated; but there were nearby laundries with quick turn around
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Everything was good except that the bathroom of our room (114) had the constant overpowering stench of sewage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time driving in Jerusalem so it was a little overwhelming, but Eli was very helpful in finding the building over the phone and getting the keys after hours. The unit was sufficient for our stay of 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023