Here Comes the Isrotel Jerusalem (and other Jerusalem hotel news)

We were pleasantly surprised to find a sign for the Isrotel Jerusalem on stylish Emek Refaim Street in Jerusalem. Construction has began, and the hotel is expected to open in late 2015. It will be a part of Isrotel's Exclusive Collection, meaning that the hotel will be finished in a very high standard and will charge high rates accordingly. The hotel will house about 200 rooms, restaurants, a spa, a pool, fitness center, and a large space for events. Additionally, the hotel will encompass two historic buildings that are located on the site. We can only hope that the former Isrotel Tower Jerusalem, which is now undergoing complete renovations, will be a more affordable option in Jerusalem. In other hotel news, the boutique hotel on Luntz Street that we wrote about a while ago now has a name. It will be called the Arthur Hotel, Jerusalem. We walked by today, and it seems that the hotel is working on finishing touches. It is expected to open on March 1st. The hotel will have 54 rooms with retro decor, and will be managed by Atlas Hotels. The hotel boasts free Wifi and a free Happy Hour. Lastly, two hotels from Accor's budget Ibis brand are to be built in Jerusalem. Together, they will have over 200 rooms.